Automobile Quarterly Collection (Lot 1)
Ending Fri, Nov 27 at 7:08 PM UTC
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 extensive collection of Automobile Quarterly hardcover bound annual volumes, representing one of the most respected and enduring publications devoted to automotive history, design, engineering, competition, and collecting. Founded in 1962, Automobile Quarterly earned a reputation for museum-quality presentation, scholarly research, period photography, and contributions from many leading historians and authors.
The collection comprises numerous bound volumes spanning multiple decades of publication, with distinctive cloth bindings in a wide variety of colors and featuring illustrated cover insets depicting significant automobiles, racing scenes, and historic motoring subjects. Contents encompass American, European, and British marques, racing history, coachbuilt automobiles, engineering developments, significant personalities, and rare archival photography.
The volumes are generally well-preserved with light shelf wear and handling evident. Individual volumes may exhibit minor rubbing, edge wear, or age-related use. Approximately 70+ bound volumes.
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:
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