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Mike Wolfe Acquires Rare Flying Merkel Motorcycle for $100K

7/18/2025

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Mike Wolfe has made a thrilling acquisition, purchasing a rare Flying Merkel motorcycle for $100,000 from esteemed Rhode Island collector Dick Shappy. Their deep-rooted friendship and shared appreciation for craftsmanship led Shappy to entrust Wolfe with this historical gem, a testament to his 20 years of dedication to preserving antique vehicles.

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Mike Wolfe has made a thrilling acquisition, purchasing a rare Flying Merkel motorcycle for $100,000 from esteemed Rhode Island collector Dick Shappy. Their deep-rooted friendship and shared appreciation for craftsmanship led Shappy to entrust Wolfe with this historical gem, a testament to his 20 years of dedication to preserving antique vehicles.