In a Buyer’s Market, we Pick Five Great Corvettes to Drive, Enjoy and Collect
Courtesy of www.vetteweb.com "In a buyer’s market, we pick five great Corvettes to drive, enjoy, and collect" October 2011 Issue Website Link
Mecum St Charles Auction Exceeds $12 Million
Mecum Auctions announces total sales (excluding buyer’s premium) were over $12 million
for their premier fall event, Sept. 15-18, 2011 in St. Charles, Ill.
Mecum offered more than 1,000 cars, which is the most vehicles ever featured at the St. Charles event. Over four big days, record attendance poured into Pheasant Run Resort for Mecum’s annual event, which had a 55% sell-through rate.
A 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Fastback was the auction’s top seller, hammering for $290,000. Documented with two build sheets, two shipping invoices and the window sticker, Kar Kraft #1451 is a well documented early production example topping all sales along with two legendary Yenko street machines on Saturday afternoon.
Mecum’s St. Charles Top 10 Sales (all sales reflect hammer prices) were:
- 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 (Lot S109) at $290,000
- 1969 Chevrolet Yenko Camaro (Lot S102) at $177,500
- 1969 Chevrolet Yenko Chevelle (Lot S80) at $162,000
- 1957 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible (Lot S124) at $150,000
- 1969 Chevrolet COPO Camaro (Lot S170) at $121,000
- 1971 Plymouth Hemi Cuda (Lot S94) at $112,500
- 1969 Pontiac GTO Judge Ram Air IV (Lot F232) at $102,000
- 1958 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible (Lot S91) at $100,000
- 1957 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible (Lot S96) at $95,000
- 2011 Ford Shelby GT350 (Lot S190) at $90,000
Complete results from the St. Charles Auction 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 are the Geneva Lake Antique and Classic Boat Auction on Sept. 25, 2011, and the company’s inaugural auction in Texas, which will feature 600 collector cars and motorcycles at the Dallas Convention Center, Oct. 6-8, 2011. For more information, visit www.Mecum.com or call 815.568.8888.
Get Ready to Rumble as Mecum Auto Auction Comes to Dallas
Courtesy of www.examiner.com "Due to popular demand, Mecum Auctions has expanded their inaugural event in Dallas, Texas to three days Oct. 6-8, 2011 at the Dallas Convention Center" Tuesday, September 20, 2011 Website Link
Discovery Communications Debuts Velocity, October 4 at 7:00 PM (ET)
Courtesy of www.brandchannel.com "Upscale Men, Has Discovery Got a Channel For You!" Friday, September 23, 2011 Website Link
Courtesy of www.autoweek.com "The Discovery Network is launching a new channel--Discovery Velocity--aimed at upscale car guys and girls." Friday, September 23, 2011 Website Link
Courtesy of www.insideline.com "Discovery Set To Launch Velocity Channel in October" Tuesday, September 20, 2011 Website Link
Courtesy of www.motorsportsnewswire.com "An all-HD network targeting upscale men, Velocity will be available in more than 40 million homes" Tuesday, September 20, 2011 Website Link
Courtesy of www.hauteliving.com "Upscale HD Men’s Network Velocity to Debut October 4" Tuesday, Septemeber 20, 2011 Website Link
Courtesy of www.variety.com "Football, tech toys fill Velocity slate" Monday, September 19, 2011 Website Link
Courtesy of www.broadcastingcable.com "Velocity Announces Premiere Slate" Monday, September 19, 2011 Website Link
Courtesy of www.motorauthority.com "Discovery's Velocity Channel Debuts October 4" Monday, September 19, 2011 Website Link
Courtesy of www.realscreen.com "Velocity gets launch date, programming revealed" Monday, September 19, 2011 Website Link
Courtesy of www.tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com "Velocity Debut Slate Highlighted by NFL Programming, Automotive Icons and Thrilling Lifestyle Content" Monday, September 19, 2011Website Link
Courtesy of www.sacbee.com "Discovery Communications' Network Targeted Toward Upscale Men Debuts Tuesday, October 4" Monday, September 19, 2011 Website Link
Geneva Lake to Host International Boat Show on Sept 23 and 24
Courtesy of www.gazettextra.com "An auction is scheduled for 10 a.m. Sunday. Walworth-based Mecum will auction off about 75 unique boats, one of which is a Wellcraft boat similar to the one used in the television show “Miami Vice.” Sunday, September 18, 2011 Website Link
Final Eclipse Fetches $35K in Auction
Courtesy of www.pantagraph.com "ST. CHARLES — The last Eclipse coupe to be produced by the Mitsubishi Motors North America plant in Normal raised $35,000 for Japan Red Cross" Saturday, September 17, 2011 Website Link
Mecum Teams Up With MidAmerica For Motorcycles At Dallas Auction
Courtesy of www.hemmings.com "It’s a gen-u-wine instance of you-got-peanut-butter-on-my-chocolate symmetry" Tuesday, September 20, 2011 Website Link
Courtesy of www.sportscarmarket.com "Mecum Teams Up With MidAmerica For Motorcycles At Dallas Auction" Monday, September 12, 2011 Website Link
Corvette Auction Preview: Mecum at St. Charles
Courtesy of www.corvetteblogger.com "Mecum Auctions rolls into St. Charles, IL this weekend for their end of summer sale" Wednesday, September 14, 2011 Website Link
Barrett-Jackson to Feature Seven Vehicles from the Criss Angel Collection During the Las Vegas Auction at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
World’s Greatest Collector Car Auction Hosts 4th Annual Las Vegas Event September 22-24, 2011
SCOTTSDALE, AZ. – September 15, 2011 – Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™, announced today top consignments for the 4th Annual Las Vegas Auction at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino that will include a collection from world renowned magician Criss Angel.
The Las Vegas auction marks the finale of the year-long Barrett-Jackson 40th anniversary celebration. The three-day automotive lifestyle event will feature exotics, customs, classics, Resto-Mods, Hot Rods and original collector vehicles all crossing the auction block at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.
“Criss Angel, one of the greatest entertainers in the world and a great friend to Barrett-Jackson, has accumulated a unique collection of vehicles that we are excited to be auctioning off in Las Vegas,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO, Barrett-Jackson. “All of these vehicles reflect Criss Angel’s personality through the major customization work that has been done, giving each a one-of-a-kind feel.”
Considered the #1 magician in the world, Criss Angel’s visionary approach to the art escapes the confines of tradition and gives birth to a new breed of modern mysticism. From his role as a star, creator, executive producer and director of his hugely successful A&E television series “Criss Angel MINDFREAK” and his spectacular live show “Criss Angel BeLIEve” at the Luxor Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Criss has redefined the term “Artist” for the 21st Century.
The Criss Angel Collection features seven uniquely custom vehicles for sale at Barrett-Jackson:
- Lot #652.1- 2006 Dodge Viper Custom 2 Door Coupe This immaculate Mindfreak 2006 6-speed, 500hp, 10 cylinder, black Dodge Viper SRT-10 comes with only 798 original factory miles. The vehicle has been featured on “Criss Angel MINDFREAK,”as the Official Car for Season 2 and has been seen in many TV shows from Larry King to MTV Cribs. This magnificent 10 cylinder machine supports a new custom interior with a custom billet pedal set with “CA” logo on accelerator. It has 19″ front and 20″ rear wheels with a ground effects unit from Reel Wheels mounted with Michelin Pilot Sport tires. Criss only used this machine in A&E’s “Criss Angel MINDFREAK,” Season 2, press, TV and special appearances. Criss always maintains this immaculate machine along with his collection inside a climate controlled environment. VIN #1B3JZ69Z76V100723
- Lot #652.2 -1969 Chevrolet Camaro Custom 2 Door Coupe A complete, nut and bolt restored custom 1969 Chevy Camaro has starred on “Criss Angel MINDFREAK,” as the Official Car for Season3, This Camaro is street legal, equipped with a 4-speed, Chevy 454 big block engine, solid roller, dual carburetor, low-rise intake with over 550hp, TCI rack & pinion custom front end, center-line chrome lip wheels with Hoosier Pro-Street tires and a custom wheelie-bar. It comes topped off with a one-of-a-kind airbrushed ghost flame paint job with Criss’ world famous skeleton images airbrushed. VIN #124379L510480
- Lot #652.3 -2010 Campagna T-Rex Custom With a claimed 1.3g lateral acceleration, this precision street legal handmade 2010 T-Rex Campagna boasts an unbelievable 0-60 in less than 3.9 seconds and is powered by a Kawasaki ZX14 motorcycle engine that pushes close to 200hp. This street legal rocket provided the power, theatrical flair and performance Criss demanded for his Evel Knievel-inspired stunt for his 1-hour premiere episode “Grand Canyon Jump” of “Criss Angel MINDFREAK,” on A&E. VIN #2C9T19C43A2145007
The collection will also include a (Lot #652.4) 2006 Hummer H2 Custom SUT – VIN #5GRGN22UX6H102412, (Lot #652.5) 2007 Custom MF13 Lane Splitter Motorcycle – VIN #1C9HB21057N939027, (Lot #652.6) 2007 Custom MF13 Nub Motorcycle – VIN #1C9H210X7N939025 and a (Lot #652.7) 1957 Pontiac Star Chief Convertible – VIN #K857H7501 that is owned by Criss’ brother JD.
“The upgrades and level of customization on Criss’ collection has to be seen first-hand to believe,” said Steve Davis, president, Barrett-Jackson. “He has really worked his magic with these vehicles, no detail was overlooked from the engine to the audio systems and cosmetic features, making this collection a rare opportunity to own a piece of Criss Angel history.”
Barrett-Jackson’s 4th Annual Las Vegas Collector Car Auction has become one of the premier destinations in Las Vegas for car enthusiasts and their families. It will feature a variety of activities for attendees of all ages including product demonstrations from exhibitors and sponsors and the opportunity to test-drive some of the newest Ford, GM and Porsche models on the Ride ‘N Drive track.
SPEED will broadcast more than 19 hours of live, high-definition TV coverage of the Barrett-Jackson Auction Thursday, September 22 and Friday, September 23 from 1 to 8 p.m. PDT and Saturday, September 24 from 2:30 to 8 p.m. PDT.
For more information about Barrett-Jackson and to purchase tickets to the event, visit www.barrett-jackson.com/tickets or call (480) 663-6255. For more detail on The Criss Angel Collection, please visit .
Please contact Jason Magner from Rogers and Cowan at (310)-854-8128 or jmagner@rogersandcowan.com.
About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2011, Barrett-Jackson Auction Company specializes in providing products and services to collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts worldwide. Named one of the top 100 “World’s Most Ethical Companies” by Ethisphere Magazine in 2010, Barrett-Jackson produces “The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™” in Scottsdale, Ariz., Palm Beach, Fla., Orange County, Calif. and Las Vegas, Nev. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance offering for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. Established in 1971, Barrett-Jackson is headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz. 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.
Barrett-Jackson Gears up for 40th Anniversary Finale With its Las Vegas Auction at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
World’s Greatest Collector Car Auction Hosts 4th Annual Las Vegas Auction September 22-24, 2011
SCOTTSDALE, AZ. –September 14, 2011 – Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™, announced today its 4th annual Las Vegas auction will return to the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino September 22-24. The three-day automotive lifestyle event caps its year-long 40th anniversary celebration with a diverse offering of exotics, customs, classics, Resto-Mods, Hot Rods, and original collector vehicles.
SPEED will broadcast more than 19 hours of live, high-definition TV coverage of the Barrett-Jackson Auction Thursday, September 22 and Friday, September 23 from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. PST and Saturday, September 24 from 2:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. PST.
“The Las Vegas stop of our 40th anniversary tour will bring the year-long celebration to a close in style with events for the entire family,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO, Barrett-Jackson. “The Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino provides a special backdrop that is unlike any other auction we do throughout the year. We’re thankful that Las Vegas has welcomed Barrett-Jackson as we have become a signature event in the city and feel this year will be better than ever.”
Top vehicle highlights of the 4th annual Las Vegas Auction include:
- Three vehicles from the Jimmy Richardson collection including a 2009 Mosler Raptor GTR Prototype Coupe (Lot #675;VIN #1M94136BX9C682029), a 1997 Vector M12-Coupe (Lot #675.1; VIN # V9MB1ZZ0V0104800Z) and a 2005 Ferrari F-430 Berlinetta 2 Door Coupe (Lot #675.2; VIN #FFEW58A250144009).
- Seven vehicles from the Criss Angel collection including his 2006 Hummer H2 Custom (Lot #652.4; VIN #5GRGN22UX6H102412), a 2006 Dodge Viper Custom 2 Door Coupe (Lot #652.1; VIN #1B3JZ69Z76V100723) and a 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Custom 2 Door Coupe
(Lot #652.2; VIN #124379L510480). - Barrett-Jackson President Steve Davis’ personal 1964 Ford Fairlane 500 (Lot #6400;VIN #4F43K136821). All proceeds from the sale will benefit the Armed Forces Foundation.
- Three vehicles from the “Barrett-Jackson 40th Anniversary Collection” including a 1971 Plymouth Road Runner (Lot #371; VIN #M23H1G151231), a 1971 Ford Mustang Boss 351(Lot #371.2; VIN #1F02R151027) and a 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (Lot #371.1;
VIN #194671S120424).
“The 2011 Las Vegas auction has vehicles for every level of collector, along with charity vehicles and special surprise guest appearances guaranteed to blow the roof off the Mandalay Bay Event Center,” said Steve Davis, president, Barrett-Jackson. “In addition to the auction, I am personally looking forward to doing my part in giving back to the armed forces community who serve and protect our country by auctioning off my prized possession; the 1964 Ford Fairlane.”
The 4th Annual Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas event will provide an exciting and inviting atmosphere for audiences of all ages, offering a variety of activities such as Ride ‘N Drives presented by Ford, GM and Porsche, product demonstrations from exhibitors and sponsors and much more. Barrett-Jackson will also host festivities and events that will lead up to this world-class event:
- Barrett-Jackson Fashion Show – September 18-20, 2011
Every hour on the hour from noon to 6:00 p.m., fashions from Barrett-Jackson and Saks Fifth Avenue will be highlighted during the event at Fashion Show Mall.
- Barrett-Jackson 4th Annual Las Vegas Cruise-In – September 21, 2011
Taking place at Gaudin Ford in Las Vegas from 9:00 a.m. to noon, all Las Vegas automotive enthusiasts are invited to bring their collector vehicles to the Cruise-In with all makes and models welcome. To get in on the action and register your vehicle for the Cruise-In please contact Laurel Trimbath at 702-731-2121 or laurel@gaudinford.com.
- Barrett-Jackson 4th Annual Las Vegas Road Rally – September 21, 2011
Beginning at 3:00 p.m. in the Las Vegas Convention Center Gold Lot, the Road Rally will feature an array of collectable automobiles and travel down the Las Vegas Strip and end in the southeast parking lot at Mandalay Bay.
- Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas Opening Night Party – September 21, 2011
Located at the Luxor’s LAX Nightclub, the Opening Night Party will begin at 7:00 p.m. and offer an exciting evening of live entertainment, hors d’oeuvres and cocktails (by invitation, 21+ only).
For more information about Barrett-Jackson and to purchase tickets to the event, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 663-6255. Please contact Jason Magner from Rogers and Cowan PR at 310-854-8128 or jmagner@rogersandcowan.com.
About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2011, Barrett-Jackson Auction Company specializes in providing products and services to collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts worldwide. Named one of the top 100 “World’s Most Ethical Companies” by Ethisphere Magazine in 2010, Barrett-Jackson produces “The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™” in Scottsdale, Palm Beach, Fla., Orange County, Calif. and Las Vegas. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance offering for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. Established in 1971, Barrett-Jackson is headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz. 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.