General Motors – The Last Detail https://blog.thelastdetail.com Collector Cars Chicago Tue, 15 Sep 2015 18:33:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Barrett-Jackson To Sell Six Charity Vehicles At The 13th Annual Palm Beach Auction https://blog.thelastdetail.com/barrett-jackson-to-sell-six-charity-vehicles-at-the-13th-annual-palm-beach-auction/ Wed, 15 Apr 2015 21:23:31 +0000 https://news.barrett-jackson.com/?p=8037 Barrett-Jackson To Sell Six Charity Vehicles At The 13th Annual Palm Beach Auction
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 […]]]>
Barrett-Jackson To Sell Six Charity Vehicles At The 13th Annual Palm Beach Auction

This 2015 Chevrolet Camaro COPO Racecar VIN #001 will be auctioned to benefit the Achilles Freedom Team.

  • 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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CELEBRITIES, INDUSTRY ICONS AND LUMINARIES GATHER AT BARRETT-JACKSON TO CELEBRATE THE AUTOMOTIVE LIFESTYLE AND RAISE MONEY FOR CHARITY https://blog.thelastdetail.com/celebrities-industry-icons-and-luminaries-gather-at-barrett-jackson-to-celebrate-the-automotive-lifestyle-and-raise-money-for-charity/ Sat, 17 Jan 2015 19:31:30 +0000 https://news.barrett-jackson.com/?p=7534 CELEBRITIES, INDUSTRY ICONS AND LUMINARIES GATHER AT BARRETT-JACKSON TO CELEBRATE THE AUTOMOTIVE LIFESTYLE AND RAISE MONEY FOR CHARITY
Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction becomes a gathering place of high-profile celebrities Industry icons and other luminaries raise millions for charity through the power of the Barrett-Jackson auction block The automotive lifestyle event turns the desert into a star-studded party Singer-songwriter Ceelo Green and canine companion at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale yesterday. SCOTTSDALE – Jan. 17, 2015 – Barrett-Jackson, […]]]>
CELEBRITIES, INDUSTRY ICONS AND LUMINARIES GATHER AT BARRETT-JACKSON TO CELEBRATE THE AUTOMOTIVE LIFESTYLE AND RAISE MONEY FOR CHARITY
  • Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction becomes a gathering place of high-profile celebrities
  • Industry icons and other luminaries raise millions for charity through the power of the Barrett-Jackson auction block
  • The automotive lifestyle event turns the desert into a star-studded party

Singer-songwriter Ceelo Green and canine companion at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale yesterday.

SCOTTSDALE – Jan. 17, 2015 – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™, has become the gathering place of celebrities, sports stars, captains of industry and other luminaries to meet and raise money for charity. Almost $3 million dollars has already been raised for worthy causes by an incredible group of superstars at WestWorld in Scottsdale, Ariz. More celebrity-connected vehicles are set to cross the block over the next two days.

“Barrett-Jackson has evolved into the ultimate celebration of the high-octane lifestyle,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Much like the Formula One circuit, Kentucky Derby and the Superbowl, Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale attracts some of the brightest stars on the movie screen, on the playing court and field, as well as the corporate world.”

Some of the biggest names include four-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Jeff Gordon, two-time Masters champion Bubba Watson, TV star Richard Rawlings, actress Sharon Stone, NFL star Patrick Petersen, and local businessman Ron Pratte. The list of luminaries who have attended this year’s event also include:

  • Michael Anthony
  • Sheriff Joe Arpaio
  • Alice Cooper
  • Shane Doane
  • Jacoby Ellsbury
  • CeeLo Green
  • Chip Ganassi
  • Rick Hendrick
  • Reggie Jackson
  • Sterling Moss
  • Actor Frankie Muniz
  • Don Prudhomme
  • Bobby Rahal
  • John Schneider
  • Bill Simpson
  • Paul Teutel
  • Linda Vaughn

In addition to those top names, Ford Motor Company CEO Mark Fields and Doug Ducey, governor of Arizona will also be onsite.

During the first few days of the auction, four cars have direct connections to these celebrities. Sharon Stone and Linda Vaughn sold a 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Hurst Coupe (Lot# 3004) for $140,000 with all proceeds benefitting the cancer research fund at TGEN in memory of Russ and Brian Jackson. Bubba Watson sold a custom 1939 Cadillac LaSalle C-Hawk Custom Roadster (Lot# 3005) for $410,000 to benefit Birdies for the Brave, which helps American veterans. A 1999 Chevrolet Monte Carlo NASCAR Busch Series stock car from the legendary duo of Jeff Gordon and Ray Evernham (Lot# 3007) secured $500,000 for the Jeff Gordon Children’s Foundation.

Manufacturers are also a big part of the auction’s fundraising activities. General Motors donated the first retail 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Convertible (Lot #3006), which raised $800,000 for United Way, and the retail production unit 2016 Cadillac CTS-V (Lot #3003) brought $410,000 for the College for Creative Studies. A 2015 BMW 30th Anniversary M5 – Special Edition (Lot# 3002) purchased by racing powerhouse Rick Hendrick for $700,000 to benefit the non-profit BMW Car Club of America Foundation, which has an active “Street Survival” teen driving program. Ford’s donation of the first production unit of the new generation Shelby GT350 (Lot #3008) will benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Ron Pratte will auction his incredible 1950 GM Futurliner (Lot #2501) 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.

“Not only do the rich and famous come here to rub shoulders with their peers, they also leverage the incredible international power of the Barrett-Jackson brand to raise money for great causes,” said Jackson. “We’re humbled to have the opportunity to join them and have such a positive impact on the lives of so many.”

For more information on becoming a bidder, follow the link to .

 

About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company

Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™, is the leader in collector car auctions and automotive lifestyle events. The company produces auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; and Reno-Tahoe, Nevada. With broadcast partners Velocity and Discovery Channel, Barrett-Jackson will feature 100 hours of live television coverage in 2015, including broadcasts in over 100 countries internationally. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit , or call 480-421-6694.

 

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16 DAYS UNTIL SCOTTSDALE: FUTURLINER https://blog.thelastdetail.com/16-days-until-scottsdale-futurliner/ Thu, 25 Dec 2014 14:00:24 +0000 https://news.barrett-jackson.com/?p=7077
This 1950 General Motors Futurliner is one of more than 140 vehicles from the Ron Pratte Collection crossing the block at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction in January. One of only 12 built by GM, the Futurliner is a self-contained display and transport vehicle created by the GM design staff under Harley Earl’s direction. It was […]]]>

This 1950 General Motors Futurliner is one of more than 140 vehicles from the Ron Pratte Collection crossing the block at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction in January.

One of only 12 built by GM, the Futurliner is a self-contained display and transport vehicle created by the GM design staff under Harley Earl’s direction. It was the centerpiece of the “Parade of Progress” touring exhibit that complemented the GM “Motoramas” from 1940 through 1956.

One of only three survivors restored in their original “Parade of Progress” configuration, this Futurliner underwent a comprehensive re-restoration after Ron Pratte purchased it as a fully restored example in 2006, making it clearly the finest example in existence. It is fully functional and toured Canada in corporate promotions before it became a part of the Ron Pratte collection. It is a symbol of the American auto industry at the height of its power and influence.

This 1950 General Motors Futurliner (Lot #2501) will cross the auction block as a charity auction benefitting the Armed Forces Foundation in Scottsdale on Saturday, Jan. 17.

Ron Pratte’s prestigious collection of automobilia will kick off the 44th 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.

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