Loved your story Pete.
I too was there at Bumper's Auction - masses of people, all seated and lined up for the Auction to begin.
The misses gave up after a few lots sold.
Was only interested in the Addams machine. Believe it sold for 6k or so - Correct me if i'm wrong.
Wayne's old premises on Centre road - I remember it quite well, with his glass display rooms.
SC.