Best Way to Sell Model A Collection?

[Nardo1895]

Hi, my father-in-law left us a collection of Model A cars, parts and pieces. It includes one restored coupe (in need of a refresh), along with a pickup, a 1 1/2 ton flatbed, a roadster, and a sedan; all un-restored. Plus lots of assorted parts. I have no idea on the years, or little else about them which leads me to this post.

I don't know what I have to know how to sell it. I figured I could engage an auction house but if Model A's are anything like firearms, they will take about 40% of the sales. I was thinking about having a closed bid auction. I'd advertise for the sale and schedule a few viewing days. I can also photograph and video the collection. After the viewings I'd ask for sealed "winner take all" written bids.

I'm a bit out of touch with the car collector market, but I figured I could advertise in Hemmings and possibly on sites like this one. I was also planning to reach out to the local Model A club he belonged to as well as the national organization if there is one.

Any advise on this approach? If the overall approach is sound, any suggestions on where to advertise? Is there a better way?

I thought at one time I'd like to have the collection, or at least the pickup, but I'm beginning to realize I only have so much time for hobbies and not enough time to add another one.

Any help you can offer would be appreciated.

Mike