1944 Indian Chief (Kries Estate Collection)

Please Note: This bike is a part of the James Richard Kries Estate Collection. As it is part of an estate, we do not have any history for these bikes.

The Chief was one of Indian’s most popular models, and its first run of production lasted over 31 years.

The Chief utilized Indian’s 74ci “Powerplus” engine, and the bike featured rear suspension (which their rival Harley wouldn’t utilize on their Big Twins for another decade).

This example is VIN: CDD403.

The odometer shows 379 miles. Because of the bikes age and condition, we are listing it as True Mileage Unknown.

Maintenance:
We do not have any maintenance history for this bike.

Modifications:
The tanks have been lined.

It is riding on Allstate tires that have aged out.

The sale does not include any keys.

Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:

Currently located in Miami, Florida, this Indian is offered on a clean Florida title.

Have any Chief stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!

Location	Miami, Florida
Year	1944
Make	Indian
Model	Chief
Mileage	True Mileage Unknown
VIN	CDD403
Title	Clean
Title State/Country	Florida
Private Party/Dealership	Private Party
Additional Charges	No

Total Bids Placed: 38

Auction has ended.

Highest bidder was: l*******t

Bidder Name	Bidding Time	Bid	Auto
l*******t	January 10, 2026 10:01 am PST	$16,600	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
c********n	January 10, 2026 10:01 am PST	$16,500
l*******t	January 10, 2026 10:00 am PST	$16,400	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
c********n	January 10, 2026 10:00 am PST	$16,300
l*******t	January 10, 2026 10:00 am PST	$16,199	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
c********n	January 10, 2026 10:00 am PST	$16,099
l*******t	January 10, 2026 9:58 am PST	$15,600	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
c********n	January 10, 2026 9:58 am PST	$15,500
l*******t	January 10, 2026 6:47 am PST	$15,200	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
c********n	January 10, 2026 6:47 am PST	$15,100
l*******t	January 10, 2026 5:51 am PST	$15,000	Reserve
b******9	January 9, 2026 6:21 pm PST	$14,100
r********7	January 9, 2026 6:21 pm PST	$14,000	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
r********7	January 9, 2026 6:04 pm PST	$13,500	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
b******9	January 9, 2026 6:04 pm PST	$13,400
r********7	January 9, 2026 6:02 pm PST	$13,100	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
b******9	January 9, 2026 6:02 pm PST	$13,000
r********7	January 9, 2026 4:02 pm PST	$12,890
l*******t	January 9, 2026 4:02 pm PST	$12,790	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
l*******t	January 8, 2026 1:31 pm PST	$12,100	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
r********7	January 8, 2026 1:31 pm PST	$12,000
l*******t	January 8, 2026 5:48 am PST	$11,100
r********7	January 8, 2026 5:48 am PST	$11,000	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
r********7	January 8, 2026 5:47 am PST	$9,300	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
l*******t	January 8, 2026 5:47 am PST	$9,200
r********7	January 7, 2026 11:44 pm PST	$6,600	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
h****z	January 7, 2026 11:44 pm PST	$6,500
r********7	January 4, 2026 2:48 am PST	$6,100	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
c********n	January 4, 2026 2:48 am PST	$6,000
r********7	January 4, 2026 2:45 am PST	$5,200	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
c********n	January 4, 2026 2:45 am PST	$5,100
r********7	January 4, 2026 2:44 am PST	$3,600	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
c********n	January 4, 2026 2:44 am PST	$3,500
r********7	January 3, 2026 11:14 pm PST	$2,600
c********n	January 3, 2026 11:14 pm PST	$2,500	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
c********n	January 3, 2026 9:52 am PST	$1,100	Auto This was automatically placed for a bidder with a higher proxy.
d********3	January 3, 2026 9:52 am PST	$1,000
c********n	January 3, 2026 7:44 am PST	$1
Auction started	January 3, 2026 7:02 am PST