Collecting Cars Reaches £1 Billion Milestone and Launches Second Edition of Sealed Bids
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London, UK – The global online auction platform Collecting Cars has surpassed an extraordinary £1 billion in total sales since its launch in 2019. This milestone comes as the company opens its second edition of Sealed Bids, a private auction format tailored for the world’s most exclusive collector cars.
£1 Billion in Global Sales
Since its founding six years ago, Collecting Cars has transformed the digital auction landscape, delivering over 21,000 successful sales across 50+ countries. The platform has achieved multiple world-record public sale prices and now stands as the global leader in online-only collector car auctions.
Key figures highlight the brand’s reach and influence:
21,000+ vehicles sold across 50 markets
More than 360,000 registered members worldwide
1,800 cars sold over £100,000 each
Porsche leads with 3,000 sales, followed by BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Land Rover, and Ferrari
Sister platform Watch Collecting has achieved over £100 million in sales since 2021
Notable past results include £610,000 for a Subaru Impreza S6 WRC driven by Richard Burns, €407,704 for a Porsche 993 Carrera Cup, and €183,000 for a BMW E30 M3 Evolution II.
Sealed Bids: Exclusive, Private, and Premium
Following the success of its debut in August, Collecting Cars is now running its second Sealed Bids auction, offering enhanced privacy, efficiency, and premium presentation for blue-chip collector cars.
The October 2025 edition features three standout supercars:
2021 Aston Martin V12 Speedster “Top Gun Maverick Specification” – one of just 88 built, complete with film-inspired details and a 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12 engine.
2009 Lamborghini Murciélago LP670-4 SV – a UK right-hand-drive example showing just 15,000 miles, representing the ultimate evolution of Lamborghini’s V12 era.
1991 Ferrari F40 – a 27,000 km German-delivered car with full ownership history, recently serviced and ready for its next custodian.
The auction runs from October 8 to October 16, 2025.
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Building a Global Collectors’ Community
Collecting Cars’ success lies in its commitment to transparency, curation, and global reach. Its digital platform connects buyers and sellers in real time, offering expert photography, verified listings, and world-class marketing.
With offices in the UK, Europe, Dubai, Hong Kong, and Australia, Collecting Cars continues to expand its international presence and strengthen its reputation as the go-to marketplace for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Conclusion
By surpassing £1 billion in sales and expanding the Sealed Bids concept, Collecting Cars has cemented its place as the world’s premier platform for online automotive auctions. Combining technology, expertise, and passion, the company continues to redefine how high-value vehicles are bought and sold globally.
