Key Facts:
- Retro Rides achieved strong March sales through RR Auctions, including a Mercedes Benz McLaren SLR for $475,500 and other premium vehicles
- The platform's success is attributed to its curated approach, secure environment and verified users as a 100% Australian-owned business
- April auction (19-29 April) features diverse offerings including a Ferrari F430 Manual, LS1-powered HK Monaro restomod, and C8 Z51 Corvette Stingray
- Retro Rides is launching its first motorcycle auction (18-28 April), featuring rare bikes including an Aprilia RSV4 X EX3MA
- RR Auctions operates monthly, with bidding opening mid-month and closing on the last Wednesday of each month
Retro Rides has reinforced its position as one of Australia's fastest growing online destinations for performance, collector and classic vehicles, following a standout March for its RR Auctions platform, with strong results continuing to build confidence among buyers and sellers nationwide.
March delivered a series of impressive sales that underline the strength of the market and the growing authority of RR Auctions. Headlining the results was a 2005 Mercedes Benz McLaren SLR, which achieved $475,500 alongside a McLaren GT that sold for $190,000 and a Mercedes Benz Grosser that reached $105,000. While a 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 also achieved a strong result alongside a 1992 Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione, further highlighting the appetite for well-presented, enthusiast focused vehicles on the platform.
These outcomes reflect a clear shift in market sentiment, with premium sellers and discerning buyers increasingly turning to RR Auctions for its curated approach, secure environment and high-quality presentation.
As a 100% Australian-owned platform, RR Auctions continues to differentiate itself through verified users, carefully selected listings and a commitment to delivering a trusted experience for all participants.
Founder, Cameron Jurd said the March results demonstrate the strength of the model and the momentum building behind the brand.
"The strength of our March results shows that when you combine high-quality, curated vehicles with a secure and trusted platform, buyers respond," he said.
"We're building real momentum, and it's positioning RR Auctions as a genuine force in the Australian collector and performance car market."
That momentum is set to continue for April, with the next car auction running from April 19 to 29 and featuring an exceptional line up that showcases the depth, rarity and performance credentials of the platform.
Leading the catalogue is a highly sought-after Ferrari F430 Manual, representing one of the last truly analogue V8 Ferraris, pairing a naturally aspirated engine with a gated manual transmission, a combination increasingly prized by collectors worldwide.
Australian muscle is strongly represented by a beautifully created LS1powered HK Monaro restomod, an icon of local motoring heritage, presented with meticulous attention to detail capturing the spirit of late 1960s style with 2000's performance. Joining it is a one owner 1973 Ford Falcon Superbird with extensive history, offering collectors a rare opportunity to secure a genuine, well documented piece of Australian touring car pedigree.
Modern performance is equally well covered, headlined by a C8 Z51 Corvette Stingray, showcasing Chevrolet's revolutionary mid-engine platform and delivering supercar-level performance with everyday drivability. Complementing this is a 2008 Nissan GT-R Premium, a benchmark in all wheel drive performance engineering, renowned for its twin-turbo power and precision handling.
For collectors drawn to early European classics, the inclusion of a 1960 Australian-delivered Porsche 356B, adds significant depth to the catalogue. As one of Porsche's foundational models, the 356B represents a pure and engaging experience, with Australian delivered examples particularly desirable due to their provenance and rarity.
Together, these vehicles highlight the breadth of the April auction, spanning analogue supercars, Australian icons, modern performance machines and early European classics, each carefully selected to meet the expectations of an increasingly sophisticated enthusiast audience.
In a significant evolution of the platform, Retro Rides will also launch its first dedicated motorcycle auction from April 18 to 28, marking an important step in the expansion of the RR Auctions ecosystem.
The inaugural motorcycle auction will feature a highly curated selection spanning road, track and dirt, including an Aprilla RSV4 X EX3MA one of just 30 produced globally and potentially the only example in Australia. Alongside iconic machines such as a 1971 Honda CB750 K1, Ducati 750 Supersport, 1983 Suzuki RM125, 1982 Ducati 900SS and a 1991 Ducati 907ie.
The move into motorcycles reflects a natural progression for Retro Rides, tapping into a passionate and highly engaged enthusiast market while broadening the platform's reach and appeal.
With strong results, growing inventory quality and continued expansion into new categories, Retro Rides is rapidly cementing its reputation as a premium, secure marketplace for Australia's most desirable vehicles, driven by a clear focus on trust, curation and delivering outstanding outcomes for both buyers and sellers.
RRAuctions cars runs on a monthly cycle with bidding opening mid-month and closing on the last Wednesday of each month.
The April auction will begin on the 19th April and enthusiasts, collectors and investors are invited to explore the latest listings at https://rrauctions.com.au/ register to bid and become part of Australia's fastest-growing collector car community.
