A Warner Auto-Meter dual instrument cluster by the Warner Instrument Co, American, circa 1910,

The final bid (hammer) price of each lot will be subject to a buyer's premium. For MOTOR CAR lots the premium is 12% on the first $250,000 of the bid price and 10% on any amount of the bid price exceeding $250,000.

For AUTOMOBILIA and other non-motor vehicle property, the premium is 27.5% on the first $25,000 of the bid price, 26% on the bid price above $25,000 up to and including $1,000,000, 20% on bid price above $1,000,000 up to and including $6,000,000, and 14.5% of any amount exceeding $6,000,000.

ALL BIDDERS MUST AGREE THAT THEY HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BONHAMS' CONDITIONS OF SALE AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM, AND AGREE TO PAY THE BUYER'S PREMIUM AND ANY OTHER CHARGES MENTIONED IN THE NOTICE TO BIDDERS. THIS AFFECTS THE BIDDERS LEGAL RIGHTS.

If you have any questions about the Conditions of Sale, please contact your nearest client services team.

From 28 June 2025, the import into the EU of non-EU property of a certain age (and in some categories above a certain value) is subject to additional requirements. Under the relevant EU Regulation, it is the Buyer's sole responsibility to assess whether any Lot meets the criteria for import into the EU. The refusal of any required Import License or Importer Statement, or any delay in obtaining such License or Statement shall not give rise to the rescission or cancelation of any Sale, nor allow any delay in making full payment for the Lot.

Payment Deadline:
12pm EDT on Monday, May 1, 2023

Cashiering Hours:
Saturday, April 29, during and after the auction
Sunday, April 30 8:30am to 5pm
Monday, May 1, 8:30am to 12pm

For buyers who plan to collect their purchases immediately, Bonhams strongly recommends paying by wire transfer, certified check (bank draft) or submitting a Bank Letter of Guarantee. The Bank Letter of Guarantee must be addressed to Bonhams and be in the name of the registered bidder. Credit cards are not accepted for Motorcar lots. Cash payments are accepted under $10,000. We strongly encourage contactless payment of invoices prior to collection. Lots will not be released to buyers until full and final payment is received by Bonhams. Payment made by personal or business check may result in property not being released until purchase funds clear our bank. Bidders may also pre-arrange suitable check or credit approval with Client Services. For payments made by bank transfer, Bonhams' bank details are below. Please include your client identification number on the wire transfer instructions.

City National Bank
Federal Routing #1220-16066
150 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94111
Account #432742997 Swift Code: CINAUS6L

LOT COLLECTION DEADLINE:
12pm EDT on Monday, May 1, 2023

Uncollected Motorcar lots will be uplifted and stored by Passport Auto Transport. Uplift and storage shall be at the buyer's sole risk and expense. Motor vehicle removal and storage charges will be charged by Passport Auto Transport according to its standard rates and ultimate destination of the vehicle(s). For applicable charges, please consult with Passport in advance of purchase. Purchased lots become the buyer's risk once the hammer falls. Storage, collection and uplift for paid and unpaid lot removal is at the buyer's sole risk and expense. Overseas buyers are strongly advised to make collection arrangements with Bonhams in
advance of the auction.

Buyers may have an authorised agent collect their purchases according to the collection deadline. It is the buyer's responsibility to ensure that their designated agent has the auction venue details, bill of lading showing where the lot will be transported and proof of the buyer authorization for collection of the lot(s). Bonhams will release the lot only once all payment requirements have been met including payment of taxes and any applicable fees. Buyers and/or their agent are responsible for collecting all available parts, logbooks, title, keys and any other accompanying documents.

Uncollected Automobilia lots will be removed to a storage facility by Long's Crating & Logistics Inc. for shipping or collection by the buyer or its authorised agent. Please note these lots will not be available for collection until after May 10. Automobilia lot removal and storage charges will be assigned by Long's Crating depending on volume, size and fragility.

For Automobilia shipping quotes, uplift, storage and transport quotes, please contact [email protected] / +1 (702) 748 4973. Las Vegas Crating will also be on site on April 28, 29 and May 1 to assist buyers.

Los Angeles & New York Auctions

If you have requested a shipping quote, we will send this to you via email within 5 business days of the auction ending.

Please note our shipping quotes are bespoke and require special care and handling from our team and shippers. Shipping will be booked after payment is received. Please allow 7-14 business days from the time of booking for packing and dispatch, depending on your chosen shipping method. If your purchase is time sensitive, or you wish to explore other options, please see our list of alternative third party shippers in New York and Los Angeles who may be able to assist you.

Oversized Lots

Please note that all lots marked with a W in the catalogue are oversized and subject to additional storage and shipping methods. All additional lots purchased with W lots are considered group lots and will be subject to the same terms as W lots.

W Lots will be transferred to offsite storage at DTD Fine Art Services at the buyer's risk and expense within five (5) business days following the auction. Please contact the Client Services team at [email protected] for the exact movement date.

The per-lot charges levied by DTD Fine Art Services are as follows (plus any applicable sales tax):

FURNITURE/LARGE OBJECTS
Transfer .................. $75
Daily storage........... $10
Insurance (on Hammer + Premium + tax) 0.3%

SMALL OBJECTS
Transfer ................. $37.50
Daily storage........... $5
Insurance (on Hammer + Premium + tax) 0.3%

Please note property is also subject to a Cross Dock Release Fee ($25 for Smalls and $45 for Furniture and Large Objects) & if charges are paid with a credit card, Door to Door Fine Art Services will charge a 3% Convenience Fee.

If you have any questions, please contact our Client Services team.

Boston & Marlborough Auctions

Please click HERE for detailed collection and shipping information for Boston and Marlborough auctions.