Welcome to CorvSport’s No-Reserve Auction Watch, where we highlight listings that will hammer off to the highest bidder, no matter what! No-reserve auctions will typically generate extra buzz, and in collector car circles, Barrett-Jackson is the king of no-reserve “it’s going to sell” auctions, while Mecum is known for auctions with a mix of reserve and no-reserve. [Author’s Note: This article is FREE and not behind a paywall. If/when any popups occur, please click to make them disappear and continue enjoying the article. One requires two steps–first, the arrow on the left, then the x on the top right.]
Personally, I would never sell anything without the ability to protect my bottom dollar and reject an offer I believe is too low. But kudos to the auction platforms that encourage no-reserve auctions. I know that in my 17 years of experience as a used car dealer, attending over 1800 auctions, once the bidder knows that the next bid could win that vehicle, it typically raises the price. We can usually chalk this up to ego, with one bidder fighting against another, knowing it will only take one more bid to bring that baby home. There’s definitely a psychology to it.
Just how rare are no-reserve auctions at Bring a Trailer? Well, currently, only 11% of their active listings are set up as no-reserve. Join in on the fun and watch these auctions along with us. Will the “no-reserve” dynamic hold true for these three Corvettes? Let’s dive in and find out!
#3
1992 Corvette Convertible
37,061 Miles
Current Bid: $7,700
Auction Ends: 3/06/2025
Offered By: Dealer
Listed At: Bring a Trailer
Views: 1,308 Watchers: 297 Comments: 9 Bids: 6
Listing Highlights:
- Powered by a 5.7-liter LT1 V8 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission, the vehicle is equipped with a limited-slip differential, 17″ sawblade alloy wheels, a Pioneer stereo, Kicker speakers, power-adjustable seats, and air conditioning
- This C4 Convertible is finished in Medium Quasar Blue Metallic (L9544) and features a replacement white convertible soft top, pop-up headlights, integrated fog lights, a Corvette-branded front plate cover, quad taillights, and dual polished exhaust outlets.
- This Quasar Blue C4 is now offered in New York by the selling dealer at no reserve with manufacturer’s literature, service records, removed parts, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Maryland title.
Deeper Dive: Click here for the full listing (Note: We have no affiliation with this seller. All images and information are credited to Bring a Trailer.)
#2
1973 Corvette Coupe
79,737 Miles
Current Bid: $12,777
Auction Ends: 3/03/2025
Offered By: Private Party
Listed At: Bring a Trailer
Views: 3,061 Watchers: 621 Comments: 29 Bids: 13
Listing Highlights:
- This 1973 Chevrolet Corvette coupe is finished in blue over black vinyl upholstery and powered by a 350ci L48 V8 mated to a three-speed automatic transmission.
- Additional equipment includes 17″ Ridler wheels, a Positraction limited-slip differential, removable roof panels, power steering, power-assisted brakes, air conditioning, pop-up headlights, and an AM/FM stereo.
- The three-spoke steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer and a 7k-rpm tachometer. Gauges for fuel level, water temperature, oil pressure, and amperage are mounted in the center stack along with an analog clock. The five-digit odometer shows 80k miles.
Deeper Dive: Click here for the full listing (Note: We have no affiliation with this seller. All images and information are credited to Bring a Trailer.)
#1
C1 Corvette-Style Drag Racer Roller
Miles: N/A
Current Bid: $3,500
Auction Ends: 3/03/2025
Offered By: Dealer
Listed At: Bring a Trailer
Views: 2,864 Watchers: 382 Comments: 20 Bids: 5
Listing Highlights:
- This C1 Corvette-style drag racer is a rolling project that features fiberglass bodywork mounted to a tubular steel chassis with an integrated roll hoop.
- Finished in red with white coves, the car sits on Center Line 15” alloy wheels with a double-wishbone front suspension, a four-link rear setup, Koni coilovers, and Wilwood disc brakes. Equipment includes a Harwood fuel cell, Holley electric fuel pumps, MSD ignition components, a Painless wiring panel, a Grant GT steering wheel, AutoMeter gauges, and a narrowed 9” rear end with Strange Engineering drive axles.
- From the seller: “Hello, everyone! Anyone has any questions please feel free to ask. Engine mounts are set up for BBC. Engine, transmission, driveshaft, and driver seat and you’re ready to race!”
Deeper Dive: Click here for the full listing (Note: We have no affiliation with this seller. All images and information are credited to Bring a Trailer.)
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