1968 Schwinn Sting-Ray Orange Krate Bicycle
Lot #1
Item: f2e9-5877396

Saint Paul, MN

This Lot is:

Closed

Sun, Dec 14, 2025 7:25pm CST

High Bidder: #313828

Current Bid:

$1,750.00

Next Required Bid: $1,825.00

Reserve Not Met

Location / Contact:
Saint Paul, MN 55114
Phone: 612-584-7838

Lot Description:

1968 Schwinn Sting-Ray Orange Krate 5-Speed – Full Restoration 

Serial # KD78565 – October 1968 Production

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HIGH RESOLUTION IMAGE GALLERY

https://tinyurl.com/schwinn-auction

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This is a no-expense-spared, 100% correct restoration of a genuine first-year 1968 Schwinn Orange Krate, the bike that started the entire muscle-bike revolution. Serial KD78565 confirms October 1968 manufacture, placing it squarely in the original launch year of the legendary Krate series.

Finished in flawless factory-correct Kool Orange, every painted surface was taken to bare metal and refinished with multiple coats of period-perfect automotive base/clear, color-sanded and polished to a mirror shine. All decals are NOS Schwinn waterslides sealed under clear. Chrome is breathtaking throughout – every single piece is either triple-show plated or pristine correct date NOS parts. No corners cut by our meticulous Schwinn Dealer seller. It has not been ridden since the restoration was completed and is preserved in show-ready condition. 

First-year 1968 Orange Krates are a holy grail of the muscle-bike world, and an October ’68 example restored to this obsessive level is virtually impossible to improve upon.

Due to the timing around the holidays, the limited number of lots and the potential for bidders from far distances, we are offering extended amount of time to pickup of the bicycles. Please contact us to schedule a time for pickup. Please inquire with any questions pertaining to item pickup or options for shipping / courier delivery. INVOICES MUST BE PAID 72 HOURS AFTER AUCTION CLOSE. Absolutely no shipping of e-bikes, tandems, or Black Phantom.

Inspection By Appointment Only -

Auction Closing:

Sun, Dec 14, 2025
07:30 pm

Removal:

Mon, Dec 15, 2025 10:00 am thru
Tue, Dec 23, 2025 05:00 pm
Fri, Dec 26, 2025 10:00 am thru
Tue, Dec 30, 2025 05:00 pm
Fri, Jan 02, 2026 10:00 am thru
Sun, Jan 04, 2026 05:00 pm

Removals are by appointment within the schedule above.

Bidding Increments:

Bid Range Minimum Increment
$0.01 - $75.00 $1.00
$75.01 - $150.00 $5.00
$150.01 - $250.00 $10.00
$250.01 - $500.00 $25.00
$500.01 - $1,000.00 $50.00
$1,000.01 - $5,000.00 $75.00
$5,000.01 - $50,000.00 $100.00
$50,000.01 - $75,000.00 $250.00
$75,000.01 - $100,000.00 $500.00
$100,000.01 - $2,500,000.00 $1,000.00

Buyer's PremiumCap
15.00%$1,500.00


This auction is contracted and managed by: EES Services LLC

Manager: Randall Dietel


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Final Notes

We strive to make your auction experience seamless and enjoyable. Please plan accordingly and reach out with any questions before bidding. Happy bidding!

EES Services LLC

Randall Dietel, Manager
612-584-7838


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Saint Paul
MN, 55114


Phone: 612-584-7838

Due to the timing around the holidays, the limited number of lots and the potential for bidders from far distances, we are offering extended amount of time to pickup of the bicycles. Please contact us to schedule a time for pickup. Please inquire with any questions pertaining to item pickup or options for shipping / courier delivery. INVOICES MUST BE PAID 72 HOURS AFTER AUCTION CLOSE. Absolutely no shipping of e-bikes, tandems, or Black Phantom.

We accept cash, Visa, and Mastercard debit/credit cards. Payments over $5,000 require certified funds (e.g., wire transfer) unless we approve a card payment with an additional 3% fee at our discretion.

Due to the timing around the holidays, the limited number of lots and the potential for bidders from far distances, we are offering extended amount of time to pickup of the bicycles. Please contact us to schedule a time for pickup. Please inquire with any questions pertaining to item pickup or options for shipping / courier delivery. INVOICES MUST BE PAID 72 HOURS AFTER AUCTION CLOSE. Absolutely no shipping of e-bikes, tandems, or Black Phantom.

Bid History

24 Bid(s)
Bidder Placed High Bid
313828
Dec 14 07:23pm
$1,750.00
512940
Dec 14 07:21pm
$1,675.00
514446
Dec 14 07:19pm
$1,600.00
512940
Dec 14 07:19pm
$1,483.00
313828
Dec 14 07:12pm
$1,408.00
141178
Dec 14 06:38pm
$1,333.00
479128
Dec 14 04:31pm
$1,200.00
55375
Dec 14 08:52am
$1,125.00
57405
Dec 13 10:19pm
$1,030.00
55375
Dec 08 07:32am
$980.00
329043
Dec 07 07:55am
$927.00
141178
Dec 06 01:07am
$800.88
11040
Dec 04 09:36pm
$750.00
84479
Dec 04 03:34pm
$476.01
322246
Dec 04 06:22am
$451.00
224221
Dec 03 06:52pm
$426.00
141178
Dec 01 08:30pm
$388.99
244658
Dec 01 12:09am
$210.00
312727
Nov 28 08:52pm
$200.00
224221
Nov 28 10:17am
$151.00
313828
Nov 26 03:28pm
$125.00
224221
Nov 26 12:12pm
$101.00
49657
Nov 26 10:04am
$75.00
226631
Nov 25 08:16pm
$50.00