World’s Greatest Collector Car Event to Auction
Three Pieces from the Celebrity’s Personal Collection
Scottsdale, Ariz. – Dec. 22, 2011 – Rock legend Bret Michaels will return to the Barrett-Jackson auction block to sell three pieces from his prized personal collection at the 41st Annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, Jan. 15-22, 2012.
Lot: 705.4 – 2004 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT
“We welcomed Bret to the Barrett-Jackson last year with the sale of his 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS,” said Craig Jackson, Chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “We’re honored Bret is returning to the block to sell three more pieces of his personal collection.”
But before his cars cross the block, Michaels will perform on the stage at the private Barrett-Jackson Opening Gala. Though the exclusive Gala is limited to invited friends, family and VIPs, a few lucky locals will win tickets through local radio stations, facebook.com/Barrett-Jackson and Barrett-Jackson’s Twitter feed @barrett-jackson.
Entrepreneur and rock icon Michaels has consigned his 2004 Bentley Continental GT (Lot #705.4, VIN SCBCR63W24C021428). The stunning, Moonbeam Silver car features a 6.0 Liter twin turbo W12, GPS navigation and premium package.
Michaels is also selling his 2004 Lincoln Navigator (Lot #705.5, VIN 5LMFU28R24LJ31439), a true Rock Star vehicle as featured on Michaels’ hit VH1 show, “Rock of Love.” The 5.4 Liter V8 features leather interior and a DVD player.
Lot: 705.6 – 2011 FORD EXPLORER 4 DOOR
Finally, Michaels will sell his 2011 Ford Explorer (Lot #705.6, VIN 1FMHK7F80BGA18572) featured on his hit TV show “Life as I Know it.” The Explorer features a navigation system, luxury package and V6 engine.
Last year, Michaels’ 1969 Camaro sold for $220,000 during primetime auction hours. An avid car and motorcycle enthusiast, Michaels was named 2011 People Magazine’s “Survivor of the Year” and Fox411’s “Celebrity of the Year.” In May 2010, he was hand-picked as Donald Trump’s Season 3 winner on Celebrity Apprentice. He has graced the covers of People, US weekly, Billboard, Scottsdale Health, Diabetes Forecast and other magazines.
As front man of legendary rock band Poison, Michaels has sold over 29 million records and scored an amazing 14 Top 40 hits, including the timeless #1 smash single “Every Rose Has its Thorn,” his solo country crossover hit “All I Ever Needed,” and his rock hit “Go That Far.” As an actor, Michaels has made regular appearances on multiple hit television shows and starred in his hit reality show, “Rock of Love with Bret Michaels,” which became the highest rated series on Vh1. His most recent show “Bret Michaels: Life As I know It,” still remains one of the top ranking shows on the network.
Over the years, fans of Michaels have seen him endure a great deal of personal adversity regarding his health. Since the age of six, Michaels has lived a daily battle with Type-1 diabetes, which he has turned into a lifelong cause that he continues to support as a spokesperson for the American Diabetes Association. He was awarded the ADA’s prestigious Chair’s Citation Award in 2010 for excellence in raising awareness and funds for diabetes. In 1994, he survived a car accident along with various traumatic injuries. Just this past year in 2010, he overcame a near-fatal brain hemorrhage and subsequent stroke. It is Michaels’s characteristic determination and strong willpower that pulls him through any hardship that might come his way.
Lot: 705.5 – 2004 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR 4 DOOR
“Bret Michaels is known to fans around the world as a rock star and a television celebrity,” added Steve Davis, President of Barrett-Jackson, “but what we’ve come to appreciate even more as we get to know Bret, is the personal side of this rock ‘n’ roll icon. He is a devoted father, active philanthropist and a passionate automotive enthusiast. We are honored to have him with us again.”
For more information about bidding on this special car or any other in the auction, follow the link to www.barrett-jackson.com/bid. To see the latest on Bret Michaels, please visit www.bretmichaels.com.
About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company was established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Barrett-Jackson specializes in providing products and services to classic and collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts around the world. The company produces the “World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™” in Scottsdale, Palm Beach, Fla., Las Vegas, Nev. and Orange County, Calif. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance offering for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 421-6694.
Each description contained herein is provided by the consignor for the purpose of describing the item offered for sale. The accuracy of a description is the responsibility of the consignor and Barrett-Jackson is not responsible for any errors contained in a description or for the failure of a consignor to produce any item for sale. Please conduct your own inspection before making a purchase and refer to the Barrett- Jackson website for complete terms and conditions of sale.
Media Contacts
Stacy Pearson, 602 577 6888, stacy@writetoup.com.
Tiffany Jarratt-Shultz, 480 586 6711, tiffany@writetoup.com
Jarrod Holland, 910 431 3322, jholland@jmprpublicrelations.com
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Dec. 20, 2011 – In honor of the city’s oldest, largest and best auction, Scottsdale Mayor, W. J. Lane, has officially declared January 16 – 22, 2012, “Barrett-Jackson Week” in honor of the company’s 41st Annual Collector Car Auction taking place the same days.
The event has become a fixture in the state over the past four decades, attracting more than 250,000 visitors annually from all 50 states and numerous foreign countries, resulting in a more than a $96 million impact on the local economy (not including automobile sales), and raising millions of dollars for local charities.
“Having the support of Mayor Lane is not only an honor, but it compels us to continue to provide residents and visitors an enjoyable annual event that simply cannot be duplicated,” said Craig Jackson, chairman/CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “We are proud of our beautiful city and the diverse amenities it offers, and showcase these through our supportive sponsors and strategic partnerships.”
To kick off the week, Barrett-Jackson has planned a seven mile Road Rally on Saturday, Jan. 14, through the streets of downtown Scottsdale, followed that evening by “Barrett-Jackson Night” at the Scottsdale Pavilions with a car show, ticket sales and giveaways. In addition, the annual “Drive the Dream” charity gala, with invite-only tickets available through ChildHelp will take place Saturday, Jan. 14; Family Value Day benefiting COX Charities on Sunday, Jan, 15; and the invitation-only Opening Night Gala with a special performance by Bret Michaels will take place on Monday, Jan. 16. The week continues beyond the auction block with a variety of car and lifestyle activities including the Tilted Kilt Garage, Lifestyle Pavilion, live demonstrations, Ride ‘N Drives and other thrilling entertainment.
For more information and a complete list of scheduled events, please visit www.barrett-jackson.com.
About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Barrett-Jackson specializes in providing products and services to classic and collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts around the world. The company produces the “World’s Greatest Collector Car Events™” in Scottsdale, Palm Beach, Fla. and Las Vegas. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 421-6694.
Media Contacts
Stacy Pearson, 602 577 6888, stacy@writetoup.com
Tiffany Jarratt-Shultz, 480 586 6711, tiffany@writetoup.com
Jarrod Holland, 910 431 3322, jholland@jmprpublicrelations.com
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – December 19, 2011 – The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, creator of “The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™,” kicks off their week-long automotive lifestyle event with the 3rd Annual Scottsdale Road Rally on Saturday, Jan. 14. Approximately 80 Hot Rods, Exotics, Resto-Mods, classics, new collectibles and muscle cars will roar down the streets of Scottsdale in the all-day celebration of the collector car hobby. The rally will begin at the SkySong Center parking lot on the southeast corner of Scottsdale Road and McDowell Road, and travel north on Scottsdale Road to The Pavilions, between Pima and the 101.
“The Road Rally is a thrilling event that gives car enthusiasts a chance to see an array of amazing vehicles in action,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “We want to extend an invitation for people to bring their entire family and join us for a great day of cars, entertainment and giveaways.”
Rally participants will gather for a Mini Car Show prior to the Road Rally at 1:00pmMST at the SkySong Center parking lot. The pre-rally event will offer participants and spectators a sneak peek at the rally cars, live entertainment and giveaways. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
At 2: 30p.m., the Scottsdale Police Department will conduct a safety presentation for all rally participants. The Road Rally will depart at 3 p.m. and travel north on Scottsdale Road, then head east on Indian Bend. Participants will arrive at The Pavilions northeast parking lot near McDonald’s and Best Buy.
Immediately following the rally, participants and the public can enjoy an evening of live entertainment, prizes and giveaways during the Barrett-Jackson Night at The Pavilions. Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson, and Gary Bennett, vice president of consignment, will be on hand during the evening judging vehicles and awarding three “Barrett-Jackson Choice Awards” and one “People’s Choice Award.”
Barrett-Jackson Night is free to the public. Activities are scheduled to start at 4 p.m. and last until 8 p.m. Barrett-Jackson will also be selling merchandise and discounted tickets to the 41st annual Scottsdale auction, scheduled from Sunday, Jan. 15, to Sunday, Jan. 22, at WestWorld of Scottsdale.
All participants of the Road Rally will receive a Barrett-Jackson Road Rally t-shirt and two complimentary tickets to the auction. Barrett-Jackson has officially sold out of the Road Rally spots, but everyone is welcome to attend the full day of activities at both the Mini Car Show and Barrett-Jackson Night at the Pavilions.
About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Barrett-Jackson specializes in providing products and services to classic and collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts around the world. The company produces “The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™” in Scottsdale, Ariz., Palm Beach, Fla., Las Vegas, Nev. and Orange County, Calif. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance offering for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 421-6694.
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Media Contacts
Stacy Pearson, 602 577 6888, stacy@writetoup.com.
Tiffany Jarratt-Shultz, 480 586 6711, tiffany@writetoup.com
Scottsdale, Ariz. – Dec. 16, 2011 –Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, host of “The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™”, will sell another piece of John F. Kennedy history at its 41st Annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, Jan. 15-22, at WestWorld of Scottsdale.
On Saturday, Jan. 21, Barrett-Jackson will sell the 1964 Cadillac Hearse (Lot #1293) used to transport President John F. Kennedy’s body to Air Force One following his assassination in Dallas. The sale of this piece of history from that fateful day follows the 2011 sale of an ambulance used to transport John. F. Kennedy’s body from Air Force One to the Bethesda Naval Hospital. The ambulance sold amid worldwide attention, despite unproven claims that the ambulance was another naval ambulance.
“It’s an honor to be able to offer a vehicle of this stature,” said Chairman and CEO Craig Jackson. “While its duty was solemn, it was also extremely important and played a crucial role in transporting the president so he could be laid to rest.”
The hearse is chassis 64Z000050, which was mated to body #64001. It was built by the Miller-Meteor Company in time for display at the National Funeral Home Directors Association Convention that took place in Dallas in October, 1963. At the close of the trade show, the hearse was purchased by the O’Neal Funeral Home in Dallas. A few weeks later on Nov. 22, 1963, President John F. Kennedy was mortally wounded and taken to Parkland Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead. The O’Neal Funeral Home was summoned to supply the finest casket it had available, as well as an appropriate conveyance.
The hearse then made the historic trip carrying the President’s body as well as the First Lady from Parkland Memorial Hospital to Love Field, where Air Force One was waiting to transport the casket to Washington, D.C.
“The eyes of the world were on this car on that unforgettable day in American history,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “It’s one of the most significant and historical vehicles ever offered for sale.”
While the controversy surrounding the assassination of President Kennedy and the handling of the investigation has persisted since those dark days of late 1963, the O’Neal Funeral Home retained the hearse until the late 1960s when it was purchased by Arrdeen Vaughan, who is believed to have been an employee of O’Neal Funeral Home. Vaughan owned the car for more than four decades until it was sold privately to its current, third owner. As a hearse distributor and early collector, Vaughan is responsible for the preservation of this incredible piece of history.
Barrett-Jackson is currently accepting bidder applications. For more information on how to own this piece of American history, please visit www.barrett-jackson.com/bid.
About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Barrett-Jackson specializes in providing products and services to classic and collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts around the world. The company produces the “World’s Greatest Collector Car Events™” in Scottsdale, Palm Beach, Fla. and Las Vegas. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 421-6694.
Media Contact
Stacy Pearson, 602 577 6888, stacy@writetoup.com
Tiffany Jarratt-Shultz, 480 586 6711, tiffany@writetoup.com
Jarrod Holland, 910 431 3322, jholland@jmprpublicrelations.com
Tickets Available Now at Barrett-Jackson.com
Scottsdale, Ariz. – Dec. 6, 2011 – Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines. Auto enthusiasts from all over the globe are revving up for the world’s greatest collector car auction, where more than 250,000 people flock to WestWorld of Scottsdale for the Southwest’s most notable annual event.
And they all know one thing. Barrett-Jackson offers something for everyone, and this year’s 41st annual auction event will offer an experience for the entire family unlike any in years past with the expansion of the Lifestyle Pavilion, a massive exhibition area full of events, displays and fashions designed to appeal to the entire family.
Not planning to bid this year? Those who prefer to enjoy event offerings away from the action of the auction block need look no further than the new Pavilion, where they can kick back and enjoy fashion shows, demonstrations, spa treatments, food and wine pairings, a blowout bar and lounge area along with a variety of can’t-miss events sure to cement Barrett-Jackson’s reputation as a destination for auto enthusiasts – and their friends and families alike.
Here are a few events you and your kids – or the kid in you will remember for a lifetime. Mark your calendars for:
- Family Value Day, Presented by Cox Media – This year’s auction kicks off Sunday, Jan. 15th with Family Value Day, featuring reduced ticket prices and various kid-friendly activities, including appearances by Arizona Cardinals Mascot, “Big Red”; Phoenix Coyotes Mascot and Diamondbacks Mascot ,the AZ Kids Got Talent show, a children’s fashion show and Family Expo. Additional family (and wallet) friendly activities include tire-changing seminars, car care demos and children’s playlands. Proceeds from Sunday’s event will benefit Cox Charities, so rev up the family and head over to WestWorld for a great cause. Activities are located throughout WestWorld.
- VIP Preview/ Catwalk for a Cause 3D – Featuring American Idol alum and Arizona native Jordin Sparks, this year’s “Catwalk for a Cause 3D” takes place from 7 – 10 pm Tuesday, Jan. 17th in the Lifestyle Pavillion, with event proceeds benefiting MAD (Making a Difference) Girls.
- Fine Wine and Design Expo – Showcasing local and national designers, an interior design showcase, and of course, wine tastings to enjoy as you peruse the latest trends in home décor. The event runs 10 am – 3 pm Wednesday, Jan. 18, in the Lifestyle Pavilion.
- Celebrity Chef Throw Down, “Battle of the Batter” and Thermador Cooking Expo. The activities run from 10 am – 3 pm Wednesday, Jan. 18th, in the Lifestyle Pavilion, with event proceeds benefiting Phoenix Children’s’ Hospital.
- Celebrity Martini-Mix off The celeb celebration takes place from 6 pm – 10 pm Wednesday, Jan. 18th, in the Lifestyle Pavilion, featuring a live performance by Glen Templeton and the Full Throttle Band.
- Dress for Success Style Show featuring Bobbi Brown make-up artists, previews of the latest trends in fashion, CRAVE stylists and fashion show, taking place from 10 am – 3 pm Thursday, Jan. 19th, in the Lifestyle Pavilion, with proceeds benefiting Dress for Success Phoenix.
- The International; Fiesta of Four Flags, featuring the latest in fashion, food and flavor from around the world. Culinary treats and the latest trends from Italy, Germany, Russia and the United States with special performances from the US Color Guard. Activities run from 7 pm – 10 pm Thursday, Jan. 19, in the Lifestyle Pavilion, benefiting the Veteran Tickets Foundation.
- Paw Pawshion Show – Pet Fashion Show and Expo featuring and benefiting Gabriel’s Angels, which provides pet therapy to abused and at-risk youths, from 10 am – 3 pm Friday, Jan. 20, in the Lifestyle Pavilion.
- FUEL your Senses – The Barrett-Jackson Culinary and Wine Fest featuring flavors from some of Scottsdale’s premier culinary destinations in the Lifestyle Pavilion.
- Jazz, Jewelry & Bedazzled Brunch from 10 am – 3pm Saturday, Jan. 21st, in the Lifestyle Pavilion, featuring a high-fashion jewelry expo & champagne tastings.
- Icing: The Million Dollar Diamond and Dessert Show – The gem of the Barrett-Jackson Lifestyle Pavilion, featuring a VIP preview show with Beach Bunnies, Million Dollar Diamond Fashion Show and a sampling of sweet confections. Benefiting the American Cancer Society.
- Sunday Funday – Champagne Brunch and Celebrity Karaoke Contest: Pair yourself with a local or national celebrity and sing your heart out to a panel of judges to win amazing prizes. 10 am – 5 pm Sunday, Jan. 22, in the Lifestyle Pavilion, benefiting Childhelp.
- The Tilted Kilt Garage – This year, with energy infused from Tilted Kilt, Barrett-Jackson’s social club is going to rev the engine on its nightlife scene. The Garage, which mixes the high-energy of Barrett-Jackson with the beauty associated with all-things steel and Scottsdale, is THE finest velvet-rope venue this winter, The Garage is center stage at WestWorld throughout the auction, and immediately adjacent to the staging lanes. Mingle, muse, savor and sip under the stars, with the stars and the auto industry’s elite.
- Stars and their Cars– Celebrities flock to Barrett-Jackson every year. Tony Stewart, Alice Cooper, George Foreman, Randy Johnson, Wolf Blitzer, Nicholas Cage, Pamela Anderson, Sammy Hagar, David Spade, Paul McCartney, Michael Anthony, DMX, Smashing Pumpkins, Bill Goldberg, Harry Morton, Tim Allen and countless other celebrities are Barrett-Jackson loyalists, previous attendees and future headliners. Whether buying a car, selling an automobile or just exploring the options, Barrett-Jackson is THE place to stargaze this season, even if you’re not on the A-List. Check out the celebs throughout the WestWorld site.
About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Barrett-Jackson specializes in providing products and services to classic and collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts around the world. The company produces “The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™” in Scottsdale, Ariz., Palm Beach, Fla., Las Vegas, Nev. and Orange County, Calif. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance offering for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 421-6694.
Media Contacts
Stacy Pearson, 602 577 6888, stacy@writetoup.com.
Tiffany Jarratt-Shultz, 480 586 6711, tiffany@writetoup.com
Mecum ended the 2011 auction season on a high note, with record sales, consignments and attendance for their Kansas City Auction, Dec. 1-3, 2011, at the Kansas City Convention Center/Bartle Hall in Kansas City, Mo.
More than 800 vehicles crossed the auction block with a 70% sell-through rate. Total sales topped $12.3 million, which encompasses total hammer sales of more than $11.6 million plus Mecum’s low 6% buyer’s premium on vehicles.
“This year’s grand finale was the largest auction Mecum has ever had in Kansas City, smashing every company record for this event,” said President Dana Mecum. “The total sales, cars offered and sold, registered bidders and overall attendance all far exceeded the response in years’ past.”
Mecum’s top seller was a rare 4-Speed 1969 Shelby GT500 Convertible finished in Gulfstream Aqua with White interior that hammered for $165,000. Additional highlights included a 1970 Plymouth Superbird 440 Six Pack for $122,500 and a well-documented 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 selling at $72,500.
The Kansas City December 2011 Top 10 Vehicle Sales (all sales reflect hammer prices) were:
1. 1969 Shelby GT500 Convertible (Lot S99) at $165,000
2. 1970 Plymouth Superbird (Lot S69) at $122,500
3. 1967 Ford Mustang Resto Mod (Lot S111) at $121,000
4. 1953 Buick Skylark Convertible (Lot S90) at $120,000
5. 1956 Ford Thunderbird (Lot S69.1) at $90,000
6. 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Fastback (Lot S86) at $78,500
7. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible (Lot S97) at $78,000
8. 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Resto Mod (Lot F139) at $77,500
9. 1958 Chrysler Imperial Crown Convertible (Lot S146) at $75,000
10. 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 (Lot S63) at $72,500
Complete auction results are available to Mecum InfoNet members, which is free to join at www.Mecum.com. Mecum InfoNet members can log in to see car-by-car results by visiting the Results Page.
Up next for Mecum is their massive Kissimmee Auction, Jan. 24-29, 2012 in Kissimmee, Fla. The auction, which will broadcast on Discovery’s Velocity network during the “Mecum Auto Auctions: Muscle Cars & More” show, is open to the general public with tickets available in advance or at the door for just $15 per day. For information about bidder registration or to consign a vehicle, visit www.Mecum.com or call 262.275.5050.
Introduces a Salon Offering Collection at the 2012 Scottsdale Collector Car Auction
1933 PIERCE-ARROW SILVER ARROW
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Dec. 1, 2011 –Building on its mantra of “Something for Everyone,” Barrett-Jackson Auction Company will unveil a new, elite breed of horsepower — Barrett-Jackson Salon Offering Collection— cars that are among the world’s most rare, valuable, collectible and coveted. Nine one-of-a-kind vehicles are currently consigned in the salon-offering category and will cross the block January 15-22, 2012 at WestWorld of Scottsdale.
“The Barrett-Jackson Salon Offering Collection provide our auction participants with the perfect marriage of the world’s most precious collector cars and the proud diversity, excitement and prestige associated with a Barrett-Jackson event,” said Chairman and CEO Craig Jackson. “Our elite collectors have been part of the Barrett-Jackson family for generations, and they’re thrilled with this new, marquee designation for vehicles of this caliber.”
These rare vehicles include a 1947 Bentley Franay Mark VI Cabriolet (Lot #5005) (Chassis Number B 20 BH VIN B25071), universally recognized as the most successful and expensive post war Bentley/Rolls-Royce automobile of all time with the Concours and auction record to prove it. In August of 1991 at the Rolls-Royce national meet, the Bentley Franay was judged by its peers as “Best of Show” among all competing Rolls-Royce and Bentley automobiles from around the world. In 1999 it won the most coveted award that the RROC (Rolls-Royce Owners Club) could bestow, the Royce Memorial Trophy and top senior award “Best of Prior Best of Show.”
Joining the Bentley Franay will be a 1948 Tucker Torpedo (Lot #5008) (Chassis Number 1043 Engine Number 33550), an advanced automobile conceived by Preston Tucker and briefly produced in Chicago in 1948 with only 51 examples ever made. Also on the docket is a 1957 DeSoto Adventurer Convertible (Lot #5008.1) (VIN 50417567), powered by the famous 345hp, 345cid HEMI V8 with dual quads and an automatic transmission.
Rounding out the 11 Barrett-Jackson Salon Offering vehicles:
- Lot #5000 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300SL “Gullwing” Coupe (Chassis Number 198040-4500129 Engine Number 198080-4500144). With only 4,149 Original Miles, this exceptional example is one of only 146 that were built in 1954 and is one of the lowest mileage Gullwings in existence.
- Lot #5002 1933 Pierce Arrow Silver Arrow (ID# 2575018) – The Silver Arrow caused a sensation when it was unveiled at the New York Auto show in January 1933. Only five were ever built.
- Lot #5002.1 1954 DeSoto Adventurer II Coupe (VIN 1493762) –A one-off concept built by Ghia on a Chrysler Imperial chassis, 125.5″ long. Original HEMI power. Sold new to King Mohammed V of Morocco. Classified as one of the top ten concept cars ever constructed.
- Lot #5004 1930 Duesenberg Model J Murphy Town Car (Chassis Number 2401 Engine Number J-381) – One of only four built. In the 1980s, Florida car collector Bill Lassiter had a complete restoration performed on the car.
- Lot #5006 1930 Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8A Roadster Cabriolet by Castagna (Chassis Number 1540) – With 13,350 original miles, this beautiful Isotta Fraschini is a Tipo 8A with wonderful coachwork by Castagna of Milan, Italy.
- Lot #5007.2 1928 Daimler P150 Vee Front Royal Limousine (Chassis Number 30652 Engine Number 51786) is the largest British car ever built. 7.163 Liter V-12 steel-sleeve valve engine producing 150hp at 248rpm, a 163″ wheelbase, 21′ overall length and weighs 8,100 lbs. This vehicle’s ownership history includes the Harrah’s Automobile Collection.
- Lot #5004.2 1949 Delahaye 135 MS Prototype (VIN: 800518) – This 135 MS prototype came to life as a factory demo to promote the concessionaires, exporters and shippers for Delahaye in the UK. Built on a Delahaye chassis, inline 6-cylider 3.5 Liter with Cotal semi-automatic transmission, Solex HD 44 carbs.
- Lot #5003 1955 Flajole Forerunner Coupe Concept (VIN: S673772) – One of the most beautiful and innovative concept cars of the 1950s, the Flajole Forerunner was stylist Bill Flajole’s vision of the future. Featured on the cover of Motor Trend magazine in September 1955, the Forerunner was the result of over 7,000 hours of design and construction. The Forerunner incorporates many futuristic design elements like retracting tinted Plexiglas roof, headrest bucket seats and contrasting color fender coves, well before any of these items were put on a production car.
“We are consigning six full days of a diverse offering of vehicles for every level of enthusiast,” said Steve Davis, president, Barrett-Jackson. “I’m looking forward to producing a docket that will contribute to the overall excitement that can only be experienced at a Barrett-Jackson event.”
Barrett-Jackson’s Scottsdale collector car auction has become one of the world’s preeminent events, with attendance now exceeding 250,000 automotive enthusiasts each year. The 2012 automotive lifestyle event promises to deliver the very best in exotics, customs, classics, Resto-Mods, Hot Rods and original collector vehicles. The 41st annual collector car auction will also have events and activities for the whole family including fashion shows, live demonstrations, ride ‘n drive events with Ford, GM, celebrity sightings, live music and much more. A complete schedule of events will be announced in the coming weeks.
SPEED will broadcast nearly 40 hours of live, high-definition TV coverage of the Barrett-Jackson auction Tuesday through Thursday, January 17 – 19 from 7 p.m. to Midnight, Friday, January 20 and Saturday, January 21 from 2 p.m. to Midnight and Sunday, January 22 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. All times are Eastern Standard Time.
For more information about Barrett-Jackson and to purchase tickets to the event, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 663-6255.31 854-8128
About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Barrett-Jackson specializes in providing products and services to classic and collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts around the world. The company produces “The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™” in Scottsdale, Ariz., Palm Beach, Fla., Las Vegas, Nev. and Orange County, Calif. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance offering for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 421-6694.
Each description contained herein is provided by the consignor for the purpose of describing the item offered for sale. The accuracy of a description is the responsibility of the consignor and Barrett-Jackson is not responsible for any errors contained in a description or for the failure of a consignor to produce any item for sale. Please conduct your own inspection before making a purchase and refer to the Barrett- Jackson website for complete terms and conditions of sale.
Media Contacts
Stacy Pearson, Up Agency, stacy@writetoup.com or 602 577 6888
Tiffany Shultz, Up Agency, tiffany@writetoup.com or 480 586 6711
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Five outstanding motorcyclists took their place in history Friday, Nov. 18, at the 2011 AMA Visa Card from Capital One Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, presented by KTM, held here at the Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa.
Hosted by actor and motorcyclist Perry King, the event kicked off the AMA Visa Card Legends & Champions Weekend. It honored the Hall of Fame Class of 2011: magazine editor Phil Schilling, motocross promoter Stu Peters, industry leader Fred Fox, motorcycling pioneer Norbert Schickel and roadracing champion Doug Polen.
In addition to the class of 2011, the induction ceremony recognized the outstanding careers of two existing Hall of Fame Legends: world champion racing icons Roger DeCoster and Kenny Roberts.
Jeff Heininger, chairman of the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation, which raises money to support the Motorcycle Hall of Fame, welcomed a sold-out crowd to the induction ceremony and voiced appreciation for their support.
"The vision of the Hall of Fame induction ceremony is only possible with partnership," Heininger said. "You need only to look around this room tonight and see the realization of this vision. I'm honored to be a part of this effort."
The 2011 inductees were honored with videos chronicling their careers, Hall of Fame rings and induction speeches. In addition to the honorees, several luminaries from the world of motorcycling participated in the ceremony. These included motocross superstar and 2010 Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legend Bob "Hurricane" Hannah; roadracer and Hall of Famer Jody Nicholas; journalist and Hall of Famer Gunnar Lindstorm; roadracer and Hall of Famer Don Emde; promoter and Hall of Famer Gavin Trippe; and industry leader, motocrosser and Hall of Famer Mark Blackwell; among others.
"What an evening this has been," said King, as he closed out the program. "Gathered in this room tonight with our heroes and legends, we are reminded that events like this don't occur often enough. With well over 400 members, today's Hall of Fame is a Who's Who of men and women who have thrilled us, inspired us and, in many cases, brought a tear to our eye with ground-breaking achievements that have forever altered the world of motorcycling."
The title sponsor of the induction ceremony was AMA Visa Card from Capital One. KTM was the presenting sponsor. Zero Motorcycles was the official Motorcycle Hall of Fame ring sponsor.
Other sponsors included Yamaha Motor Co., Mecum Auctions, Chet Burks Production, Genuine Yamaha Technology Racing, Greg Owen, Motion Pro Inc., Ack Technologies and Top 1 Oil, The Owen Collection, AeroStich/Rider Wearhouse, Don Rosene and the Motorcycle Shop, EBC Brakes USA Inc., Fluidyne PowerSports, Perry King, Metl-Span LLC, Moto Museum, Rytec Corp., SubZero Constructors, Melbourne J. "Mike" and Margaret Wilson, Dealernews, Don Emde Inc., Dunlop Tires, Early Years Motocross Museum, Glen Helen Raceway, Heininger Family, Hi-Torque Publications, Husqvarna Motorcycles North America, Matrix Concepts, Metl-Span LLC, Michelin Two Wheel, Motorcycle Industry Council, Motorsport Aftermarket Group, Nature's Best, Parts Unlimited/Alpinestars, Pro Circuit, Racer X Illustrated, Saddlemen, Sidewinders Motorcycle Club, Yoshimura Racing, American Suzuki Motor Corp., Angle Ironworks Inc., David Backer LTD, BadCo Racing, Mark Blackwell, Brad Boyle Motorsports, Jamison Door Company, Missouri Mudders Motorcycle Club of St. Louis, The Penton Family, Ron and Lisa Ribolzi, Sidewinders MC Club, SubZero Constructors, Allied Federal, Avis-Budget Group., Carden Fire Sprinkler, Catalina Material Handling.
Phil Schilling
Phil Schilling was one of motorcycling's most accomplished journalists and an expert race tuner who set the early mark for Ducati motorcycle's on-track success in America.
Schilling was teaching at the University of Wisconsin when Hall of Famer Cook Neilson asked him to become managing editor of Cycle Magazine. Schilling and Neilson developed Cycle Magazine into the gold standard of motorcycle periodicals in the 1970s. Schilling and Neilson were not just successful at the editor's desk. In 1977, they entered a Ducati in the Daytona 200 and gave Ducati its first AMA Superbike win in the United States.
Schilling was joined on stage by Neilson, who read Schilling's comments on his behalf.
"Thank you to the American Motorcyclist Association for this tremendous honor and to all those who nominated me, wrote letters on my behalf, and voted for me," Neilson read. "I am humbled and proud beyond words to be in the company of so many of motorcycling's great talents and industry leaders and my fellow Hall of Fame classmates.
"I have been fortunate in my life to do exciting work that I love alongside people I love and admire. Cook's and my success at Cycle Magazine and on the racetrack was due in large part to the talent and hard work of an army of people, who share in this honor and deserve our gratitude."
Stu Peters
Stu Peters is one of the most prolific and enduring motocross promoters in the history of the sport in America. Peters' company, the Continental Motosport Club (CMC), has been promoting motocross races since 1968.
Although Peters has expanded beyond his Southern California base, his early start and subsequent success in what became a hotbed of motocross competition in the 1970s, 1980s and beyond, established his presence in the national consciousness of American motocross.
Peters, who raced motocross professionally in Europe in the 1950s, was already actively running local events when the AMA approached him to promote two rounds of the 1970 Trans-AMA Series, which became the sport's first national championship series in the United States sanctioned by the AMA and recognized by the FIM (Federation Internationale de Motocyclisme), the world governing body for motorcycle sport.
Today, CMC Racing has grown into one of the largest motocross racing organizations in the country.
"Most of all, I'd like to thank my family for holding up the fort," Peters said. "I also thank the Hall of Fame for honoring me with this great award for doing something I loved to do and would have done anyway."
Fred Fox
Parts Unlimited founder Fred Fox built a small business into the largest aftermarket motorcycle, snowmobile, all-terrain vehicle and personal watercraft accessory distributorship in the world.
Fox founded Parts Unlimited Distributing in 1967 to distribute motorcycle parts and accessories to dealers. Today his umbrella company, LeMans Corp., is based in Janesville, Wisc., and it employs more than 1,000 people in operations spread across the U.S. and in Europe. Parts Unlimited serves the "metric" side of motorcycling, while Drag Specialties serves the American V-twin industry. The company's own brands include Thor Motocross, Moose Off-Road, Icon and Z1R Helmets.
Fox elevated motorcycling and the sport of motorcycle racing nationally by creating a state-of-the-art distribution system that got parts to dealers quickly and by sponsoring motorcycle racing series as well as amateur and professional racers. His sponsorship dollars also supported various races and series to help grow the sport.
"I'm honored to be here," Fox said. "This business means so much to me. I'm still enjoying working every day. I still go in early and leave https://premier-pharmacy.com/product-category/cholesterol-lowering/ late, but it's the employees who do all the hard work. I really enjoy this industry. It's been good to me."
Norbert Schickel
Norbert Schickel was an innovative designer and builder in the early years of American motorcycle manufacturing. As the founder of Schickel Motor Co., Schickel was part of the motorcycle design boom that occurred in the United States between 1905 and 1915.
Schickel unveiled his first motorcycle at the 1911 Chicago Motorcycle Show, and Schickel Motor Co. began producing motorcycles in 1912 in Stamford, Conn. The company sold more than 1,000 motorcycles.
Schickel's vision and designs were evident in his two-cycle motorcycles that he developed. He also helped popularize the twist grip control and had a patented "spring fork front suspension" and "fly wheel magneto."
Ken Anderson, Schickel's grandson, accepted the Hall of Fame honor on his grandfather's behalf.
"If Norbert Schickel were here today he would be thrilled by his selection and would take great pride in knowing that his designs and innovations were worthy of Hall of Fame recognition," Anderson said. "It is a great honor for me to represent my grandfather here tonight. Norbert Schickel's selection to the Class of 2011 is a dream come true for our family and attending his induction is a once in a lifetime opportunity for us to celebrate his achievements."
Doug Polen
Doug Polen was a dominant national and world champion roadracer in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Polen had a series of strong winning performances in motorcycle roadracing in the United States and abroad, including winning 45 of 51 Suzuki Championship Series events in 1991 and earning the World Superbike title by 150 points. He was the Suzuki GSX-R National Cup champion in 1986, Japan Formula 1 and Formula 3 National Champion in 1989, AMA Pro Twins National Champion in 1991, World Superbike Champion in 1992 and 1993, AMA Superbike Champion in 1993, and World Endurance Champion in 1997 and 1998.
"Being recognized with so many iconic people is touching, and to see my career made permanent as part of the Hall of Fame is really something," Polen said. "I'll always have that. I'm truly honored to be inducted into the Motorcycle Hall of Fame."
Hall of Fame Legend Roger DeCoster
Roger DeCoster's name is practically synonymous with the sport of motocross, and he is generally recognized as the best-known MX racer in the first 50 years of the sport.
When DeCoster was inducted into the Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1999, his racing accomplishments were simply remarkable: five 500cc Motocross World Championships, numerous 500cc Motocross Grand Prix victories and four Trans-AMA Motocross Championships.
He also was a member of six winning Belgium Motocross des Nations teams, was a Gold Medalist in the International Six Day Trial (Enduro) and earned numerous national championships in his native Belgium, including a national Trials title.
DeCoster continued to find success after his racing career. He was the manager of the first U.S. team to win the Motocross des Nations in 1981, and managed many U.S. teams at the prestigious event over the years to the present day.
Today, DeCoster is in charge of KTM's Supercross and motocross efforts in the United States. His stature is such in the world of motocross that he is often simply referred to as "The Man."
"I have to thank America for welcoming me," DeCoster said. "First was Bud and Dave Ekins. I met them in Germany in 1964, and it was the beginning of a great journey in America. We have come a long way from when I was inducted in 1999 in the AMA parking lot under an E-Z Up. This is a fantastic event."
Hall of Fame Legend Kenny Roberts
Perhaps more than any other competitor, Kenny Roberts has put his stamp of dominance on American and World roadracing, both as an AMA National Champion, a Grand Prix World Champion and then as a Grand Prix team owner.
In recognition of his outstanding achievements on both the American and world racing circuits, Roberts, who was inducted into the Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1998, was honored as a 2011 Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legend.
"King Kenny" Roberts won his first-ever AMA Grand National race in 1972 and went on to win 33 AMA Nationals in dirt-track and roadracing, including the prestigious Daytona 200 three times.
A two-time AMA Grand National Champion, Roberts moved to the world stage and became the first-ever American to win a 500cc Grand Prix motorcycle racing world championship in 1978. In the following years Roberts dominated the World Grand Prix circuit, and by the end of 1980, he had captured three consecutive World 500 Grand Prix titles.
Retiring from full-time racing at the end of the 1983 season, he formed his own World 500 Grand Prix team. In 1990, Team Roberts' rider and future Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey won the World 500 Grand Prix title, and teammate John Kocinski took the World 250 Championship -- bringing the team a rare 500 and 250 championship season.
"I have to thank the AMA," Roberts said. "I did what I did, and that's what we do. We ride motorcycles. I do this because I'm a motorcycle person, and this room is full of motorcycle people. To honor me like this in front of motorcycle people is very important to me."
AMA Visa Card Legends & Champions Weekend
The AMA Visa Card Legends & Champions Weekend is a three-day celebration of motorcycling's greats held at Las Vegas' Red Rock. In addition to the AMA Visa Card Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, presented by KTM, the celebration includes the 2011 AMA Visa Card Racing Championship Banquet, and the annual Motorcycle Hall of Fame Dave Mungenast Memorial Concours d'Elegance bike show, which features some of the country's most-stunning original and immaculately restored classic motorcycles.
The Concours d'Elegance is Saturday, Nov. 19, and the racing banquet is Sunday, Nov. 20, also at the Red Rock.
In addition, the weekend features the final round of the GEICO AMA Racing EnduroCross Championship Series on Saturday evening at the Orleans Arena.
About the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation
Founded in 1990 by the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation, the goal of the Motorcycle Hall of Fame is to tell the stories and preserve the history of motorcycling. Located on the campus of the American Motorcyclist Association in Pickerington, Ohio, the Hall of Fame's three major exhibition halls feature the machines and memorabilia of those who have contributed notably to the sport. The Motorcycle Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to motorcycling, including those known for their contributions to road riding, off-road riding and all categories of racing, as well as those who have excelled in business, history, design and engineering. More information can be found at MotorcycleMuseum.org.
Excitement continues to build for Mecum’s Kissimmee Auction, which will feature close to 2,000 collector cars crossing the auction block Jan. 24-29, 2012 in Kissimmee, Fla.
The annual Kissimmee event will kick off the 2012 auction season for Mecum as they celebrate 25 years in business.
“Since the final gavel fell at last year’s event, enthusiasts and collectors have been anxiously awaiting our larger-than-life Kissimmee Auction, which we have expanded once again to encompass six full days,” said President Dana Mecum. “We are off and running with an incredible inventory of cars for this year’s event, including a staggering group of investment-grade Corvettes, muscle cars and several collections offered at no reserve. Collectors flock to Florida for Mecum’s fast-paced, customer-centered auctions, and as last year proved and this year promises, Kissimmee will again be the must-attend collector car event in January.”
Mecum will offer the legendary 1961 Chevrolet Corvette Gulf Oil Race Car, a SCCA B-Production National Championship winner driven by Dr. Dick Thompson, “The Flying Dentist,” and the most dominant Corvette racer of its time. Ordered new by Don Yenko for Grady Davis, VP of Gulf Oil, this Corvette boasts the RPO354 fuel-injected 283/315 HP engine, Borg Warner 4-speed transmission, Positraction rear end, heavy duty brakes and suspension, and quick steering adaptor. This Corvette has earned the 2011 NCRS American Heritage Award, been part of the Bloomington Gold Special Collection and has been inducted into the Corvette Hall of Fame and the Bloomington Gold Hall of Fame.
In addition to the high-quality Corvettes, muscle cars and exotics being offered, Mecum will present more than 1,500 pieces of automotive memorabilia. For a complete consignment list, visit www.mecum.com and click on the Kissimmee Auction link.
Mecum’s Kissimmee Auction takes place at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Fla. with tickets available in advance or at the door for $15. The auction will broadcast with four days of live national TV coverage on Discovery’s all new Velocity network during the “Mecum Auto Auctions: Muscle Cars & More” show.
For additional consignment and bidder information, call 262.275.5050 or visit www.mecum.com.
Schedule:
Mecum Kissimmee Auction
Osceola Heritage Park
1875 Silver Spur Lane
Kissimmee, FL 34744
January 24-29, 2012
General Admission: $15.00
Preview: Gates open Tuesday-Sunday at 7:30 a.m.
Auction: Memorabilia begins at 8 a.m. daily
Vehicles begin at 11 a.m. daily
Live TV Times: Wednesday- Friday 5-9 p.m., Saturday 2-8 p.m.
(All times Eastern)
Mecum Auctions will sponsor dirt track and roadracing icon and AMA Hall of Famer Kenny Roberts during the 2011 American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Nov. 18, 2011, during the Capital One Visa Card AMA Legends & Champions Weekend at Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa in Las Vegas.
During the ceremony, Mecum’s motorcycle division manager Gavin Trippe Sr. will present “King Kenny” Roberts with an award honoring his contributions to the motorcycling community, effectively graduating his Hall of Fame status to “Legend.”
“I have known Kenny since he was a teenager at the start of his racing career, and I am very proud to join other industry leaders in honoring him at the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Ceremony,” said Trippe, a fellow AMA Hall of Famer.
Roberts, who was inducted into the Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1998, won his first-ever AMA Grand National race in 1972 and went on to win 33 AMA Nationals in dirt-track and roadracing, including the prestigious Daytona 200 three times. A master of the dirt oval, Roberts achieved legendary status when he fielded a dirt-tracker powered by a TZ750 two-stroke roadracer engine at the Indianapolis Mile in 1975, made a dramatic last-lap pass for the win and then stated: “They don’t pay me enough to ride that thing.”
“We are proud to support the AMA and the Legends & Champions Weekend,” said Dana Mecum, president of Mecum Auctions and an avid motorcycle collector himself. “Presenting ‘King Kenny’ with this award is an honor, and we’re excited to have Roberts and this great event be part of the kick off to our 2012 season as Mecum celebrates 25 years in business. I have always believed that motorcycles were a natural fit for car collectors.”
Trippe agrees, and is looking forward to bringing motorcycles to the major collector car market throughout 2012. “It’s great to be able to get two wheels to the major auction arena, where they belong, and to expose them to a much broader audience,” commented Trippe.
Mecum’s 2012 auction schedule will feature a variety of classic and special interest motorcycles for sale, kicking off during the annual Kissimmee Auction, Jan. 24-29, 2012 at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Fla. The auction will broadcast with four days of live national TV coverage on Discovery’s all new Velocity network during the “Mecum Auto Auctions: Muscle Cars & More” show.
The AMA Legends & Champions Weekend features history’s motorcycling legends, today’s amateur champions and collectible motorcycles of every genre. More information about the Motorcycle Hall of Fame can be found at www.MotorcycleMuseum.org.
The Mecum Kissimmee Auction is open to the general public with tickets available in advance or at the door for just $15 per day. For information about consigning a motorcycle, contact Gavin Trippe directly at 949.337.5307, or visit www.Mecum.com.
