Welcome to the Ayrburn Classic 2027 Auction - Sunday Drive's flagship automotive event returns to the stunning surrounds of Ayrburn, Arrowtown, this time expanding to a two-day live auction across Friday 19 and Saturday 20 February. Following a sellout inaugural event in 2026, the Ayrburn Classic brings together rare classics, high-performance icons, and passionate collectors for two unforgettable days of motoring excellence, fine hospitality, and live bidding theatre.
Proudly hosted by Sunday Drive, the Ayrburn Classic continues to write a new chapter in New Zealand's automotive scene - bigger this year, with more cars on the block and more collectors in the room.
We are now inviting expressions of interest from vehicle owners looking to consign to the 2027 Ayrburn Classic. If you own a special vehicle and would like to be considered for the auction, submit your details using the seller info page below - our team will be in touch with next steps. Buyers and collectors are welcome to register early for the auction catalogue; full bidder registration, including in-person, phone, and absentee bidding, will open closer to the event.
Spaces are limited. We are curating a maximum of 60 premium consignments across two auctions - so whether you're looking to sell or secure your dream car, now's the time to register your interest.
Learn more about selling at Ayrburn Classic
Why consign at Ayrburn
- National and international buyer audience
- Highly engaged bidders at an internationally recognised automotive event
- High-impact marketing across digital, print, and social
- Significant PR exposure across major media channels
- A premium event environment that elevates presentation
- A structured auction process designed to drive results
What you receive
- Professional photography and videography
- Inclusion in the official auction catalogue (print + digital)
- Targeted marketing to qualified buyers
- National media exposure driving awareness and demand
- Full auction-day presentation and hosting in VIP areas
- VIP hospitality events Wednesday to Sunday
- Post-auction negotiation support where required
Limited catalogue
Each auction is limited to 30 vehicles / 60 across the weekend - ensuring a curated and high-quality line-up. Following strong demand in 2026, spaces are expected to fill quickly - early application is strongly recommended.
Express interest
2026 highlights
The 2026 Ayrburn Classic delivered strong, consistent results across a carefully curated catalogue.
- 1963 Porsche 356 SC — $361,000 (top sale of the night)
- 1971 Porsche 911T — $186,000
- 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280SL — $270,000
- 2017 McLaren 570S Spider — $182,000
- 1961 Chevrolet Corvette — $160,000
- 1979 Porsche 911 SC Targa — $115,000
- 2022 Ford Mustang — $145,000
- 1959 Austin-Healey “Frogeye” Sprite and 1973 Lancia Fulvia — $60,000 each
“What followed was nothing short of remarkable. The energy, the professionalism, and the reach of Sunday Drive’s platform delivered an outcome that exceeded our expectations by a significant margin. The experience felt personal, premium, and completely seamless from start to finish. We would not hesitate to consign with them again.”
