• Several vehicles sold in Palm Beach benefitted non-profit organizations, with 100 percent of the nearly $1 million dollars raised going to support veterans, children and other deserving charities
• Hulk Hogan, WWE Hall of Fame member, ripped the shirt off his back in the auction of a head-turning 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 Custom (Lot #3003.1)
• Philanthropic car dealers combined to raise $400,000 for the Achilles Freedom Team with the sale of a 2015 Chevrolet Camaro COPO Race Car VIN #001 (Lot #3003)

PALM BEACH, Fla. – May 7, 2015 – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions^®, raised close to $1 million for local and national charities during its Palm Beach auction April 17-19, 2015, at the South Florida Fairgrounds. On Saturday, WWE Hall of Fame member Hulk Hogan took center stage and, in true “Hulkamania” fashion, ripped the shirt off his back to help Barrett-Jackson raise much-needed funds for U.S. veterans, children, cancer patients and others across the country. A few generous, philanthropic car dealers combined to raise $400,000 for the Achilles Freedom Team. David Flynn purchased the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro COPO Race Car VIN #001 for $300,000 followed by an additional $100,000 pledge from Jeanette and John Staluppi.

“I appreciate the opportunity to host people at our auctions who leverage their celebrity status to bring greater awareness to the needs of charitable organizations,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “It was exciting to have Hulk Hogan, a legend, join us on stage to help auction that ’69 Camaro Z/28. He used his contagious charisma to help energize the crowd in a way that only he can. With Hogan’s help we raised $150,000 to benefit Connor’s Cure, A HERO Foundation and The Grace Project.”

WWE Hall of Fame member Hulk Hogan is one of the most popular wrestlers of all time. He is a 12-time world champion, being a six-time WWF/E (World Heavyweight) Champion and six-time WCW World Heavyweight Champion.

In total, five cars and one boat crossed the block in Palm Beach to support charity, which included:

• 2015 Chevrolet Camaro COPO Race Car VIN #001 (Lot #3003) – Raised $400,000 to benefit the Achilles Freedom Team with a $300,000 sale and an additional $100,000 pledge
• 2016 Cadillac CT6 Sedan (Lot #3001) – Sold for $200,000 to benefit the Karmanos Cancer Institute
• 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 Custom (Lot #3003.1) – Hammered in for $150,000 to benefit Connor’s Cure, A HERO Foundation and The Grace Project
• 2015 Bennington 2375 GCW (Lot #3004) – Sold for $100,000 to benefit the Foundation for Exceptional Warriors (FEW)
• A one-of-kind Tony Stewart “Smoke” Edition 1969 Chevelle (Lot #3000) – Raised $75,000 to benefit The Darrell Gwynn Foundation.
• 1996 GMC Sierra Custom Pickup (Lot #3002) – Sold for $41,000 to help send underprivileged boys to a Boy Scouts of America summer camp

“Every Barrett-Jackson auction brings with it an opportunity to improve the lives of deserving individuals and organizations through the sale of charity cars,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “We truly appreciate the consignors who donate their vehicles and the bidders who bid from their heart. I’m confident that some wonderful opportunities will open up for those in need with the nearly $1 million in charity auction sales in Palm Beach.”

Other well known personalities in attendance during the Palm Beach auction included world-renowned car collectors, Jeanette and John Staluppi. Their car collection is maintained in the Cars of Dreams Museum located in Palm Beach County, Florida. American rapper, actor and television host Vanilla Ice attended Friday night’s opening gala.

Video highlights of the charity auctions in Palm Beach are available here.

The next Barrett-Jackson auction will be the 3rd Annual Hot August Nights Auction, to be held Aug.6-8, 2015, at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center. Coverage of the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction in Reno will be broadcast in live, high-definition TV on Velocity and Discovery.

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• One-of-a-kind custom Tony Stewart “Smoke” Edition 396 Chevelle (Lot #3000) to benefit the Darrell Gwynn Foundation
• General Motors to support the Achilles Freedom Team with sale of a special-built 2015 Chevrolet Camaro COPO Racecar VIN #001 (Lot #3003) and the Karmanos Cancer Institute with a 2016 Cadillac CT6 Sedan (Lot #3001)
• WWE Hall of Fame member Hulk Hogan to help auction 1969 Camaro Z/28 Resto-Mod (Lot #3003.1) benefitting the SJO Foundation For Hope

PALM BEACH, Fla. – April 14, 2015 – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions^®, is continuing its support of local and national charities with the auction of both new and custom vehicles, a race car and a marine boat during the 13th Annual Palm Beach Auction in Palm Beach, Florida, April 17-19, 2015, at the South Florida Fairgrounds. Barrett-Jackson has raised more than $83 million over the years for numerous charities and will continue in Palm Beach with its support of the Achilles Freedom Team, Boy Scouts of America, Darrell Gwynn Foundation, Foundation for Exceptional Warriors, Karmanos Cancer Institute and SJO Foundation For Hope.

“It’s in our long tradition to team up with OEMs, celebrities and organizations who are seeking to make a positive difference in our communities,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “There’s something magical that happens when a charity vehicle rolls across our block. Donating to a worthy cause gives our bidders the opportunity to be a part of something that they truly believe in while they do something they really love.”

A custom Tony Stewart “Smoke” Edition 396 Chevelle (Lot #3000) will cross the block on Friday, April 17, to benefit the Darrell Gwynn Foundation, helping fund the organization’s wheelchair donation program and change the lives of those living with paralysis. NASCAR driver Tony Stewart and his staff were instrumental in the design of this one-of-a-kind Chevelle modeled after Stewart’s style and persona. It is powered by a custom 396 engine and features custom wheels donated by automotive designer Chip Foose.

General Motors is donating a special-built 2015 Chevrolet Camaro COPO Race Car VIN #001 (Lot #3003) to benefit the Achilles Freedom Team, helping build running programs and marathon opportunities for disabled veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. Featured in the Chevrolet display at the 2014 SEMA show, this COPO was part of Chevrolet Performance’s 2015 advertising. It showcases all-new COPO graphics and is powered by a 350 “LSX” V8 with a 2.9-liter supercharger rated at 555hp.

GM will also donate a luxurious 2016 Cadillac CT6 Sedan (Lot #3001) to benefit the Karmanos Cancer Institute. Karmanos is a unique, integrated center of research, patient care and education dedicated to the prevention, early detection, treatment and eventual eradication of cancer. Located in Midtown Detroit, Karmanos is among the nation’s best cancer centers, caring for more than 6,000 new patients annually and conducting more than 700 cancer-specific programs and clinical trials.

“So many lives are directly touched by the auction of charity vehicles here at Barrett-Jackson,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “I’m absolutely thrilled that the auction can be a platform to help deserving charities while also promoting their selfless work to an international audience.”

WWE Hall of Fame member Hulk Hogan will assist Torque Sports and Performance in their auction of a 1969 Camaro Z/28 Resto-Mod (Lot #3003.1) to benefit the SJO Foundation For Hope. The Z/28 features a 350 small block engine, 650 CFM carburetor and ceramic-coated headers. The interior is highlighted with a brand-new kit featuring new carpet, suede headliner, door panels and seats.

Proceeds from the auction of a 2015 Bennington 2375 GCW (Lot #3004), donated by Bennington Boats, will benefit the Foundation for Exceptional Warriors (FEW). The FEW assist in the healing process of the families and veterans of Special Operations Forces, those recognized for valorous action and those wounded in combat, regardless of era, by providing customized therapeutic recreational and sporting events to enhance their mental and physical health. This popular G Series model boat is powered by a Yamaha F250XA and features incredible handling and turning with little effort. It is equipped with a patented Elliptical Sport Performance Package, offering stability, quick to plane and handling characteristics that rival a fiberglass boat.

A modified ’96 GMC Sierra Custom Pickup (Lot# 3002) was privately donated with all proceeds benefitting the Boy Scouts of America to provide programs for young people that build character, train them in the responsibilities of citizenship and develop personal fitness. This pickup features a modified GM 572ci crate motor, turbo 400 transmission, 2500 stall converter and stainless dual exhaust.

Live coverage of the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction in Palm Beach will be broadcast in live, high-definition TV coverage on Velocity and Discovery from Friday through Sunday, April 17-19.

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• An unrestored ’62 Corvette “Fuelie” (Lot #402) with only 29,000 original miles will be an auction highlight in Palm Beach
• A ’62 Corvette Custom Convertible (Lot #420) featuring a 427ci LS7 engine will be among the bidder favorites
• A matching numbers ’65 Corvette Convertible (Lot #435) completely frame-off restored by Richard Petty’s Garage will be one of the most notable consignments

PALM BEACH, Fla. – March 20, 2015 – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions^®, will feature a number of impeccable classic and custom Corvettes from the 1950s and ’60s during the 13th Annual Palm Beach Auction in Palm Beach, Florida, April 17-19, 2015, at the South Florida Fairgrounds. Among the top models is an unrestored, fuel-injected ’62 Corvette (Lot #402) with only 29,000 original miles.

“The Corvette has captured the hearts of car aficionados since it rolled out in 1953,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “The first generation was undeniably head-turning, and by the late ’50s the Corvette was earning its reputation on the race tracks. Today the Corvette is one of the most revered American sports cars and we’re excited to have many of the best examples represented during our Palm Beach auction.”

This ’62 Corvette “Fuelie” (Lot #402) is considered one of the most original unrestored 1962 Corvettes in existence. An impressive history began when it was selected as one of three Corvettes presented in the 1976 original Michael Antonick publication, “Corvette! The Sensuous American,” a book dedicated to Harley Earl. This “Fuelie” was also part of the Chip Miller collection from 1980 through 1986 and has earned a total of six NCRS Top Flight Awards, including two National Top Flights. With the original paint, original drive train and only 29,000 miles, it’s as though this Corvette has been locked in a time capsule all these years.

The Palm Beach auction will also include a meticulously built ’62 Corvette Custom Convertible (Lot #420) powered by a strong, dry sump LS7 427/505hp engine, six-speed transmission and a custom nine-inch independent rear axle with inboard brakes. The immaculate interior is donned in high-grade custom leather upholstery and custom-built gauges. The attention to detail and superior craftsmanship on this Resto-Mod creates a one-of-a-kind opportunity for bidders.

“The Corvette wasn’t born an icon, but it’s become as ingrained in American culture as rock ’n’ roll and baseball,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “From the early models to the new 2015 Corvette supercar, this American machine is a true mechanical achievement. I’m confident the Corvettes crossing the block in Palm Beach auction will be among our crowd favorites.”

An incredibly rare ’65 Corvette (Lot #435) with matching numbers on the engine and transmission adds to the list of amazing Corvettes crossing the auction block in Palm Beach. In 2014, over 600 hours were spent on restoring this classic in the garage of seven-time NASCAR champion Richard Petty. “The King’s” team of experts rebuilt, repaired and rechromed every original part that could be brought back to new condition. The engine, transmission and rear differential were completely rebuilt and the brake lines and fuel lines were upgraded to stainless steel with all hardware being factory replacements.

The ownership history of this ’65 Corvette is just as impressive as the car itself, all of which is well-documented with invoices and letters. The late British actor Sir John Mills originally purchased the car for his daughters, actresses Juliet and Hayley Mills. Juliet and her husband, actor Maxwell Caulfield, owned the car through the mid-1980s.

Other Corvettes included in the West Palm Beach auction include a ’61 Corvette Convertible (Lot #376) and a ’57 Corvette Convertible (Lot #431), both with frame-off restorations and matching numbers. The ’61 Corvette was restored using NOS parts and features a new interior and new convertible top. The ’57 Corvette is the recipient of a NCRS Regional Top Flight Award, scoring a 97.7.

Live coverage of the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction in Palm Beach will be broadcast in live, high-definition TV coverage on Velocity and Discovery from Friday through Sunday, April 17-19.

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Two-time Masters champion Bubba Watson is donating this 1939 Cadillac LaSalle C-Hawk Custom Roadster to benefit Birdies for the Brave.

• NASCAR racing legends Jeff Gordon and Ray Evernham will auction a 1999 No. 24 Pepsi Chevrolet Monte Carlo (Lot #3007) to benefit Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation
• Professional golfer and Masters champion Bubba Watson is donating a ‘39 Cadillac LaSalle C-Hawk Custom Hardtop Roadster (Lot #3005) to benefit  Birdies for the Brave
• Barrett-Jackson consigner Joe Riley is donating a ’79 Oldsmobile Cutlass Hurst Coupe (Lot #3004) to support the Cancer Research Fund at TGEN in memory of Russ and Brian Jackson

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Jan. 2, 2015 – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions^TM, will host an eclectic line up of vehicles that will cross the block at No Reserve to benefit local and national charitable organizations during its Scottsdale auction Jan. 10-18, 2015, at WestWorld in Scottsdale, Ariz. Among the most anticipated vehicles consigned will be Jeff Gordon and Ray Evernham’s 1999 No. 24 Pepsi Chevrolet Monte Carlo (Lot #3007) and PGA Tour champion, Bubba Watson’s ’39 Cadillac LaSalle C-Hawk Custom Hardtop Roadster (Lot #3005).

“We’re grateful to those who chose our Scottsdale auction as a way to help some truly amazing charities,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “This year we’ll sell some very significant vehicles, including Jeff Gordon and Ray Evernham’s No. 24 race car for charity.  I’m especially pleased that one of our consignors, Joe Riley, is donating a ’79 Hurst Cutlass to support The Cancer Research Fund at TGEN in honor of my father, Russ and brother, Brian.”

NASCAR racing legends Jeff Gordon and Ray Evernham will auction a 1999 No. 24 Pepsi Chevrolet Monte Carlo (Lot #3007) to benefit Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation. Gordon’s car won the inaugural Busch Series event at Phoenix International Raceway in 1999. The team’s Pepsi-sponsored cars ran six races with Gordon as driver and Evernham as crew chief.

Professional golfer and two-time Master’s champion Bubba Watson is donating a ’39 Cadillac LaSalle C-Hawk Custom Hardtop Roadster (Lot #3005) to benefit Birdies for the Brave. This custom LaSalle C-Hawk is a hand-crafted all-steel car with custom tube frame and a retractable hardtop. Under the hood it features a fuel injected, supercharged 556hp Cadillac LSA engine with 6-speed automatic transmission and custom Borla exhaust.

“It’s exciting to see how collectors and manufacturers alike have embraced the Barrett-Jackson stage to help aid charities that are uniquely important to each one of them,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “From supporting our military veterans to helping find a cure for cancer and diabetes, Barrett-Jackson is proud to play a role in helping these organizations fulfill their worthy missions.”

A historic ’79 Hurst Oldsmobile (Lot #3004) was generously donated back to The Cancer Research Fund at TGEN in memory of Russ and Brian Jackson so that it may be auctioned once again for charity. This Olds is one of the last Hurst vehicles that was presented to Linda Vaughn, known as Miss Hurst Golden Shifter since 1966, for her dedication to the Hurst brand.

One of 12 built by GM, the popular 1950 Futurliner (Lot #2501) will be donated by Ron Pratte to benefit the Armed Forces Foundation. Pratte, a Vietnam Veteran chose to benefit AFF as it was established to protect and promote the physical, mental and emotional wellness of military service members, veterans and their families.

Other notable vehicles being auctioned for charity in Scottsdale include:

• The first production unit of the new generation Shelby GT350 (Lot #3008) donated by Ford Motor Company to benefit Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
• The first retail 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Convertible (Lot #3006) donated by GM to benefit United Way
• The first retail production unit 2016 Cadillac CTS-V (Lot# 3003) donated by GM to benefit College for Creative Studies
• A 2014 Victory Cross County 8-ball Custom Motorcycle (Lot #3009) anonymously donated to Ride to Recovery benefiting wounded veterans and healing heroes
• A 2015 BMW 30th Anniversary M5 – Special Edition (Lot #3002) donated by BMW to benefit BMW Car Club of America Foundation
• A 2015 Jeep Wrangler Custom SUV (Lot #3001) donated by SEMA to benefit ChildHelp and Victory Junction

This 1969 Ford Mustang BOSS 302 is one of more than 140 vehicles from the Ron Pratte Collection crossing the block at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction in January.

A true 1969 Ford Mustang BOSS 302 (Lot #2049), this beautiful car has matching date codes, casting numbers and engine numbers. With fewer than 2,000 BOSS 302s produced and built in 1969, and with even fewer having the original engine, transmission and rear end, this Mustang is incredibly rare. As reported on the included original Build Sheet and Elite Marti Report, this BOSS was ordered for a retired Ford Employee exactly as is.

The 1969 Mustang BOSS 302 was built for the Trans Am racing circuit back in 1969 and it competed against the Chevy Camaro Z/28. Both cars had the exact same engine displacement and the exact same horsepower, but the BOSS 302 was not mass-produced like the Z/28. This is an extremely rare example of a real BOSS 302 that is more sought after and desirable while becoming harder to find.

This 1969 Ford Mustang BOSS 302 Fastback (Lot #2049) will cross the auction block in Scottsdale on Tuesday, Jan. 13.

Ron Pratte’s prestigious collection of automobilia will kick off the 44^th Annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction beginning Saturday, Jan. 10 at 9 a.m. and running through Tuesday, Jan. 13 at 1 p.m. Pratte’s vehicles first cross the block at 4 p.m. on Tuesday with lot numbers 2000 through 2109 and will continue with lot numbers 2500 through 2530 on Saturday, Jan. 17.

1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28

From 1966 through 1972, the original Trans Am series showcased not only some of the best professional road racing ever, but it also spurred the creation of fabulous collector cars like the Ford BOSS Mustang, Plymouth AAR Barracuda, and most memorably, the Chevrolet Camaro Z/28.

Both the Trans Am series and the Z/28 took off in 1969 and Chevrolet dealers sold a remarkable 20,302 Z/28s that year. These Z/28s aren’t street legal racers, but they are about the nearest thing to it.

This ’69 Chevrolet Camarao Z/28 (Lot #2035) has been thoroughly restored by Kent Waters Originals. It comes with voluminous documentation certified by Camaro expert Jerry MacNeish, plus photos of the car in 1969 and step-by-step photos of the restoration process. It is finished in authentic and vibrant Rally Green with white racing stripes and a black bucket seat interior. It has a rare NOS Cross-Ram intake manifold, 4.10:1 differential, and many factory options, including Rally Sport trim, rosewood dash inserts, center console with auxiliary gauges and an Endura front bumper.

This ’69 Chevrolet Camarao Z/28 (Lot #2035) will cross the auction block in Scottsdale on Tuesday, Jan. 13.

The ’36 Delahaye “Whatthehaye” Street Rod (LEFT) and the ’57 Chevrolet Bel Air “Chezoom” Custom (RIGHT) are two of more than 140 vehicles from the Ron Pratte Collection crossing the block at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction in January.

1936 Delahaye “Whatthehaye” Street Rod

The ’36 Delahaye “Whatthehaye” Street Rod (Lot #2515) is certainly one of the most striking automobiles on earth. It is a one-of-a-kind vehicle from the mind and imagination of the late Boyd Coddington and it represents a tip of the hat to the mind and imagination of Emile Delahaye.

In 1894, Delahaye formed his own car company. Judging by the machines he was responsible for creating, or having created, he must have known the future personally. His cars may well have been the very first to look like they were moving fast even when parked at the curb.

Coddington’s effort is the result of 79 years’ worth of hindsight used to improve upon an original design that was already fantastic. In doing so, he added almost eight decades of technology that had previously been unimagined.

Naturally, a completely new chassis supports this car and provides a modern suspension for maximum comfort and performance. The Marcel Delay metal work is breathtaking and the motivation is overwhelming. A Viper V10 engine and its corresponding 6-speed manual transmission look and feel like it was Emile himself who wanted them there.

The 1936 Delahaye “Whatthehaye” Street Rod (Lot #2515) will cross the auction block in Scottsdale on Saturday, Jan. 17.

1957 Chevrolet Bel Air “Chezoom” Custom

Built by Body Coddington, “Chezoom” (Lot #2514) is the most recognized and famous ’57 Chevy worldwide and is possibly one of his most famous creations.

The car was actually penned by noted car artist Thom Taylor as an exercise of design possibilities. Fortunately for all of us, speed equipment tycoon Joe Hrudka was visiting Coddington’s shop when Taylor unveiled his sketch. Hrudka said he wanted it and thus car-customizing history began its giant leap forward.

A special chassis was developed just for this car since the original one would have placed the occupants too high inside to cope with the ultra-low roof line that Taylor’s sketches called for. The finished product is said to have retained only 10 percent of its original sheet metal.

A C4 Corvette suspension system and brakes were used at all four corners on this new chassis. An LTI small block with a proper 700-R4 overdrive transmission moves this cruiser along with dead-on dependability.

In 2004, this masterpiece was upgraded again in numerous ways including a comprehensive redesign of its interior. Air conditioning, a new sound system and an XM satellite connection gives it a real touch of space age influence. This ’57 has a custom steering wheel machined to match the four-of-a-kind Boyd wheels at each corner.

The 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air “Chezoom” Custom (Lot #2514) will cross the auction block in Scottsdale on Saturday, Jan. 17.

Ron Pratte’s prestigious collection of automobilia will kick off the 44^th Annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction beginning Saturday, Jan. 10 at 9 a.m. and running through Tuesday, Jan. 13 at 1 p.m. Pratte’s vehicles first cross the block at 4 p.m. on Tuesday with lot numbers 2000 through 2109 and will continue with lot numbers 2500 through 2530 on Saturday, Jan. 17.