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Successful auction of the BMW R 18 Transcontinental signed by Pope Leo XIV. on October 18, 2025, as part of a Sotheby’s auction in Munich.
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The proceeds of 130,000 euros will be donated to children's aid projects in Madagascar.
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Munich. On September 3, 2025, during a ceremonial event at the Vatican, a specially customized BMW R 18 Transcontinental was presented to Pope Leo XIV. for blessing and signing on the motorcycle.
This uniquely customized R 18 Transcontinental, donated by BMW Motorrad and bearing the signature of the Pontiff, was successfully auctioned by Missio Austria through Sotheby's at Motorworld in Munich on October 18, 2025. The proceeds from this auction, amounting to 130,000 euros, will go to children's aid projects in Madagascar.
Markus Flasch, CEO BMW Motorrad: "The fantastic result of the auction of our R 18 Transcontinental signed by Pope Leo XIV. is a wonderful final highlight of this charity campaign. Like everyone involved, I am also delighted that we can make a significant contribution with the auction proceeds of 130,000 euros to support aid projects for children in Madagascar together with Missio Austria. And of course, I wish the new owner lots of fun with this unique BMW R 18 Transcontinental.