Assorted Neon Signs (Lot 13)

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

The Wellington Morton Collection features a diverse grouping of vehicles and memorabilia spanning nearly a century, from 1921 to 2018, offered entirely without reserve. Wellington Morton was a successful entrepreneur and a passionate, lifelong collector car enthusiast. Many of the vehicles and memorabilia on offer have spent decades in his care, and Hagerty Marketplace is honored to help pass them along to their next caretaker. 

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Offered from the Wellington Morton Collection is this illuminated advertising sign grouping, featuring neon automotive, petroleum, tobacco, beer, and commercial advertising displays together with promotional mascot figures. 

The collection is highlighted by a large Miller Lite Racing neon sign with checkered-flag motif, a United Motors oval neon sign, and a Camel cigarettes neon sign incorporating the brand's iconic camel silhouette and "Genuine Taste" slogan. Additional illuminated displays include a Bear Wheel Alignment Balancing Service neon sign featuring the company's mascot, a blue camel-outline neon sign, and a Camel Store advertising sign. Accompanying the signs is a lighted Bud Light bull terrier promotional figure dressed in branded apparel.  

Some wear, handling marks, scratches, finish imperfections, oxidation, and age-related wear are present throughout. Images detailing the condition of the collection are provided in the gallery.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the seller of this lot. As such, the purchase transaction will be facilitated by Broad Arrow, including payment and title/ownership reassignment. Broad Arrow is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Blake Wingrove Phone: 616.822.8589 Email: bwingrove@hagerty.com

Note to Bidders – The Wellington Morton Memorabilia Collection

All Lots are offered “as is, where is.” Descriptions are based on information provided by the seller and third-party sources; the seller, its agent, and Hagerty Marketplace do not make any representations or warranties, express or implied.

This Collection includes a wide variety of items each with unique condition and intended-use considerations. Bidders are encouraged to inspect each Lot or conduct any desired due diligence before bidding to ensure it meets their expectations for functionality, completeness, and authenticity.

Please review the Marketplace Terms of Use and contact us with questions about specific inclusions, particularly for grouped items.

Taxes & Fees:

As a reminder, auction lots on Hagerty Marketplace carry a bidder’s premium that is 7% of the final sale price, $500 minimum. In addition, applicable Florida sales tax (7.5%) will be collected on non-vehicle purchases after an auction, unless the buyer qualifies for an exemption. Buyers are responsible for all taxes, export/import duties, and compliance requirements. Valid resale or export documentation must be provided before payment to claim any exemptions.

Lots are subject to a 7% bidder’s premium, with a $500 minimum.

Invoicing:

Please note that invoices will be sent by the seller’s agent to all buyers in December 2026.

Shipping:

All items are are located in St. Johns, Florida, and will need to be collected by auction winners during reasonable business hours between November 30 and December 14, 2026. Broad Arrow and Hagerty Marketplace will be unavailable to assist with shipping any items. Please contact the Broad Arrow specialist listed below with any questions.

Legal Notice:

Purchase transactions are facilitated directly between buyers and sellers, with the assistance of Broad Arrow as seller’s agent. Hagerty Marketplace is not a party to any sale transaction.