OWLS HEAD — The 46th annual New England Auto Auction (NEAA) will be held Friday, August 23, and Saturday, August 24, at the Owls Head Transportation Museum. 

“The 46th annual New England Auto Auction (NEAA) is one of the most anticipated events on the international car collector scene,” said OHTM, in a news release.

It is the nation’s largest and longest-running collector car auction in its class that solely operates to preserve the legacy of transportation’s pioneers, drawing consignors and bidders from around the world, according to OHTM.

“This year's auction offers a wonderful blend of extremely high-end collector cars as well as cars for hobbyists who want the experience of driving,” said NEAATM Director Toby Stinson. “More vehicles of all price points are being offered at no-reserve than ever before. Don't miss out and place your bids, it is going to be an exciting time.” 

Preview starts Wednesday, August 21 and Thursday, August 22; Thursday night, OHTM will hold a preview bash “Concert + Cocktails + Cars.”

“Browse our top-notch inventory at this relaxed and rock’n event, with live dance music, light refreshments and a cash/credit bar—kick off the 2024 auction in style,” said OHTM.

Owls Head Transportation provides the following schedule and description for the event:

**ONLINE ONLY: SPECIAL 4 DAY SPECTATOR BUNDLE VALUE PACK**
Experience the New England Auto AuctionTM for all 4 days and save. Come and go as you like and don’t miss the Thursday night Concert+Cocktails+Cars party—all included in your 4 Day Spectator Bundle Pack. Bring your receipt to the door and receive your special event lanyard, good for all 4 days! Visit auction.owlshead.org to purchase online tickets.

EXPANDED AUTOMOTIVE INVENTORY!
Because of our bursting inventory, we will be offering two days of vehicle inventory! Friday will offer selection of curated automobilia & collectables PLUS an expanded automotive inventory featuring a number of no reserve vehicles. Don’t miss this special opportunity to bid on a daily driver or the car of your dreams! Please Note: Friday's auction begins at 10:00 AM Register to Bid or Purchase Tickets Online or at the Door.
In-person registration opens 8/21 at 9 AM.
For more information about this event, go to AUCTION.OWLSHEAD.ORG
or call (207)594-4418 or email bid@ohtm.org

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
DAY #1
NEAATM Preview
Wednesday, August 21 (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
With more than 200 stunning vehicle consignments arriving throughout the week, this is the chance for bidders to get up close with their top picks! Bidder registration will be open.

Ticket Prices
Members & Registered Bidders: FREE
General (adults 18+) – $15
Seniors (65+) – $12
Youth (11—17) – $5
Kids (10 and under) – Free
US Active Military Members, Military Dependents and Veterans – Free
Visit auction.owlshead.org to purchase online tickets.
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DAY #2
NEAATM Concert + Cocktails + Cars
Thursday, August 22
Thursday is the 2nd day of Auction Preview AND don’t miss this kick-off night-time party featuring an epic performance by pop band Champagne Casanova. Refreshments and cash/credit bar will be available while getting a first look at this year’s stunning NEAATM inventory.
Preview (9:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Concert + Cocktails + Cars kick-off night-time party (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
Ticket Prices
Non-Member Day Pass – $35/person
Members: FREE before 4PM: then $15 for night-time event
Bidders: FREE (with credentials)
Youth (11—17) – $5
Kids (10 and under) – FREE
Concert + Cocktails + Cars Night-Time Event Ticket Prices
(5PM – 8PM ONLY)
Bidders: FREE (with credentials)
Members: $15 for event
Adults (non-members): $35
Youth (11—17) – $5
Kids (10 and under) – FREE
Visit auction.owlshead.org to purchase online tickets.
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DAY #3
46th Annual New England Auto AuctionTM – Day 1
Friday, August 23 (doors open at 8 AM auction starts at 10 AM)
EXPANDED AUTOMOTIVE INVENTORY!
Because of our bursting inventory, we will be offering two days of vehicle inventory! Friday will offer selection of curated automobilia & collectables PLUS an expanded automotive inventory featuring several no reserve vehicles. Don’t miss this special opportunity to bid on a daily driver or the car of your dreams!
Visit auction.owlshead.org to purchase online tickets.
Spectator Ticket Prices
Adult Spectators: $20
Members: FREE
Bidder Package Prices
Non-Members: $125
Members: $100
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DAY #4
46th Annual New England Auto AuctionTM – Day 2
Saturday, August 24 (doors open at 7 AM auction starts at 9 AM)
This summer, our team has worked tirelessly to bring you an unforgettable auction experience at the Owls Head Transportation Museum, offering a great lineup of sought-after vehicles. While there are countless collector car auctions, the New England Auto AuctionTM is driven by a mission to preserve and promote the history of transportation. As the museum’s largest annual fundraiser, the New England Auto AuctionTM operates solely to advance that mission and provide essential funding for our year-round operations.
Visit auction.owlshead.org to purchase online tickets.
Spectator Ticket Prices
Adult Spectators: $20
Members: FREE
Bidder Package Prices
Non-Members: $125
Members: $100
Plenty of seating, open-air café, museum gift shop and free parking available.

Auction proceeds directly support the museum’s mission.

For more than 45 years, the Owls Head Transportation museum has been a premier vintage automotive and aviation destination, offering experiences that ignite America’s passion for the science of transportation.

Owls Head Transportation Museum has emerged as an experiential learning center in Maine, for teaching science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), where visitors, exhibitors, students, teachers and volunteers can share their knowledge, tools, experience and designs — and participate in creating transportation innovations for the future. The Owls Head Transportation Museum is located at 117 Museum St. in Owls Head, ME 04854. More information about the NEAATM can be found at auction.owlshead.org