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Bonhams returns to Stafford after record-breaking spring sale

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Following the record-breaking success of the Spring Stafford Sale, Bonhams is now inviting entries for the Autumn Stafford Sale, held alongside the UKโ€™s premier Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show. For owners considering selling, the sale offers a high-profile route to market, combining Bonhamsโ€™ specialist motorcycle expertise with access to an international collector audience.

With motorcycle sales exceeding ยฃ8 million in 2025 and an average 96% sell-through rate, Bonhams continues to set the standard in the market. 

Suzuki GT740 - on sale at the auction!
Suzuki GT740 – on sale at the auction!

Considering Selling? Whether you are exploring your options or ready to consign, Bonhamsโ€™ specialists offer expert valuations, tailored advice, and access to an international client base. 


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Get in touch today for a COMPLIMENTARY AUCTION VALUATION and guidance on achieving the best possible results at auction. 

Contact Bonhams Motorcycles Milton Keynes (Head Office) [email protected] +44 (0) 20 8963 2817 

Visit www.bonhams.com/motorcycles pick up the phone, or drop Bonhams an email to: 

โ€ข REQUEST A COMPLIMENTARY AUCTION VALUATION 

โ€ข FIND DETAILS OF YOUR NEAREST SPECIALIST 

โ€ข DISCUSS BUYING OR SELLING AT AUCTION 

โ€ข DISCUSS YOUR PROBATE VALUATION REQUIREMENTS 

โ€ข RECEIVE GUIDANCE ON WILL AND ESTATE PLANNING 

Why sell with Bonhams? – Spring Stafford Sale Highlights: 

  • The UKโ€™s highest-grossing motorcycle auction 
  • ยฃ4.2 million total sales 
  • 98% sell-through rate 
  • Consistent market-leading results and global benchmark prices 
  • Bidders from around the globe 
1931 Brough Superior Overhead 680 - also for sale at Stafford in October
1931 Brough Superior Overhead 680 – also for sale at Stafford in October

Standout Results Included: 

  • 1965 MV Agusta 500cc Grand Prix Racing Motorcycle Ex-works, Mike Hailwood / Giacomo Agostini ยฃ967,000 (ยฃ747,000 above estimate) 
  • 1977 Suzuki RG500 (XR14) Grand Prix Racing Motorcycle Ex-Barry Sheene, World Championship-winning ยฃ506,000 (ยฃ286,000 above estimate) 
  • 2015 Honda RC213V-S ยฃ186,300 (ยฃ86,300 above estimate) 
  • 2019 Smithโ€™s Racing BMW S1000RR Ex-Peter Hickman; 2019 North West 200 Superstock-winning; IoM TT Superstock-winning; IoM TT Superbike TT-winning; Ulster Grand Prix-winning, 

The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show sponsored by Carole Nash 10-11 October 2026 | Staffordshire Showground

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