The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™ Brings Together
Auto Enthusiasts from Near and Far

Scottsdale, Ariz. – September 25, 2012 – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions^™, announced today that it generated more than $23 million in sales of rare, high-end collectible vehicles, exotics, customs, classics and Shelbys during its 5th annual Las Vegas auction. The auction company increased its overall hammer average from 2011, proving that the car market is stronger than ever. Automobilia sales reached more than $660,000, an outstanding 45% increase from 2011. More than 68,000 car enthusiasts attended the event, representing over a 10% increase from the year before. The internationally-famed auction took place at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, September 20-22, 2012.

Barrett-Jackson’s auction was center stage for world-breaking records on Saturday night, when Lot #6600, a 1967 Mustang Shelby Super Snake sold for $330,000, Lot #674, a 1970 Shelby GT500 sold for $220,000, and Lot #635.1, a 1962 Lincoln Continental Convertible sold for $113,300 the highest sales for vehicles of their kind. In addition to these world records, the highest selling cars over the three-day event also included Lot #670, a 1970 Plymouth Hemi Superbird Two-Door Hardtop which fetched $297,000 and Lot #651, a 1967 Ford Mustang Custom Fastback selling at $275,000.

A strong celebrity presence included the cast of the popular television reality show Pawn Stars, plus Aerosmith guitarist Brad Whitford and drummer Joey Kramer. Kramer was onsite when The Mission Continues charity car crossed the block and he contributed $5,000 to the additional donations raised. Barrett-Jackson raised over $540,000 for local and national charitable organizations that include the Darrell Gwynn Foundation, YMCA of Southern Nevada, Team Joseph, TGen and Festival of Hope, The Mission Continues and the Greg Biffle Foundation.

Las Vegas attendees got a sneak preview of select vehicles from the 2013 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Salon Collection in the Exhibitor Pavilion. Barrett-Jackson’s Salon Collection is an exclusive group of vehicles that will cross the block during a pre-designated time in an arena with qualified bidders. The collection included the newly-restored legendary Shelby Prototype, dubbed “The Green Hornet”, a 1955 Mercedes Benz 300 SL owned by Clark Gable  and one of only 11 1971 Plymouth HEMI ‘Cuda Convertibles ever built.

“As each car crossed the auction block this past weekend, you could feel the excitement and enthusiasm in the air amongst our bidders, consignors and the animated Las Vegas crowd,” said Craig Jackson, Chairman and CEO, Barrett-Jackson. “Several consignors waited on the sidelines because of the uncertainty in the world market and after seeing the results, they are eager for our Scottsdale show early next year. The collector car market proves to be stronger than ever and we look forward to an exciting auction in Scottsdale where we have a great collection of vehicles being sold.”

The auction, which featured nearly 525 vehicles, was viewed by millions across the country on SPEED, with 20 hours of live exclusive event and auction coverage.

Consignments are now available for the upcoming 2013 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, January 13-20.  For more information, please visit

About 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, Palm Beach, Fla., Las Vegas and Orange County, Calif. 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. 

Scottsdale, Ariz. – (September 17, 2012) – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™, announced today that six special charity vehicles have been consigned and will cross the block at the upcoming Las Vegas auction held at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, September 20-22, 2012.

The Las Vegas auction charity vehicles are as follows:

• Lot #2001 2005 Ford Mustang GT Platt & Payne Signature Edition Shadranch “Platt & Payne Edition” Mustang. Combining unique styling, state-of-the-art components, unprecedented power and performance. All proceeds to benefit the  Darrell Gwynn Foundation. Will be sold at approximately 6:00pm Thursday, September 20, 2012.
• Lot #2002 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 2-door Coupe  Official pace car at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park for American Le Mans Series event. Mobil 1 Grand Prix of Mosport, July 20-22, 2012. All proceeds to benefit YMCA of Southern Nevada. Will be sold at approximately 1:00pm on Friday, September 21, 2012.
• Lot #2003 2013 Cadillac ATS 4-door Sedan The 2012 Cadillac ATS compact luxury sports sedan is a world-class Cadillac like no other. All proceeds to benefit Team Joseph. Will be sold at approximately 2:30pm on Friday, September 21, 2012.
• Lot #2004 1955 Chevrolet 210 2-door Hardtop Rare 1955 Chevrolet 210 with less than 8,600 documented original miles. All proceeds to benefit Barrett-Jackson Cancer Research Fund -TGen and Festival of Hope. Will be sold at approximately 1:00pm on Saturday, September 22, 2012.
• Lot #2005 1970 Chevrolet Nova Custom 2-door Coupe Frame-off rotisserie restoration in Pro-Touring style. Photo documented build to custom specs. All proceeds to benefit The Mission Continues. Will be sold at approximately 3:00pm on Saturday, September 22, 2012.
• Lot #2006 2012 Ford F-150 Custom Pickup Custom Greg Biffle ROUSH Performance built Ford Raptor in support of the Sherwin-Williams Plant Color All-Star Charity Challenge. All proceeds to benefit the Greg Biffle Foundation. Will be sold at approximately 5:00pm on Saturday, September 22, 2012.

“This year’s Barrett-Jackson charity vehicles support some of the nation’s most active and worthy causes,” said Barrett-Jackson Chairman and CEO Craig Jackson. “One-hundred percent of the proceeds from the auction for these six vehicles will help both people and animals that so desperately need it.”

SPEED will broadcast 20 hours of live, high-definition television coverage of the Las Vegas auction. The hours will be from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. PDT on Thursday, September 20, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. PDT on Friday, September 21 and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. PDT on Saturday, September 22.

For more information about Barrett-Jackson and to purchase tickets to the event, visit or call (480) 421-6694.

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 m or call (480) 421-6694.

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September 20-22, Carroll Shelby Tribute and Preview of Salon Collection Vehicles

 Scottsdale, Ariz. – (September 14, 2012) – Building upon its mantra of “Something for Everyone,” Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™, announced today unique feature vehicles scheduled to cross the block at the upcoming Las Vegas auction held at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, September 20-22, 2012.

The feature vehicles are as follows:

• Lot #664 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Custom 2-door Coupe 1964 Corvette with the 1967 Corvette big block lock. Powered by a 350hp LS2 and Tremec 5-speed transmission. Features a Street Shop chassis with all modern Corvette suspension and drivetrain, power steering and power 4-wheel disc brakes.  
• Lot #671 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Fastback This very rare, matching numbers Grabber Orange BOSS 429 Mustang has been rotisserie restored to its original showroom condition. Built by Ford and upgraded by Kar Kraft for NASCAR use, this is KK 429 NASCAR 2503. Documented with a Marti Report.
• Lot #667 1950 Packard Victoria Custom Convertible Three year incredible build. 4-wheel coilovers and 4-wheel disc brakes. Corvette 350 LT1 engine, test and tweak miles. Easily cruises at highway speeds. Quality build on an incredibly rare 1950 Packard.
• Lot #670 1970 Plymouth HEMI Superbird 2-door Hardtop This matching numbers 1940 426 HEMI Superbird has only 20,846 original miles. It is fully documented by its Broadcast Sheet, over 600 restoration photos, all restoration receipts and is Galen Govier certified.
• Lot #673 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 Mark III BJ8 Convertible A fully documented, total rotisserie, frame-off, nut and bolt restoration by premier marque specialist Kurt Tanner Restorations. A Metallic Golden Beige and red car with stainless wire wheels and 4-speed overdrive transmission.
• Lot #638.1 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mark II BT7 Roadster Tri-carb roadster in Healey Ice Blue over Ivory White and navy trim and top. Kurt Tanner Restorations car just completed. 4-speed with overdrive and wire wheels.
• Lot #658.1 1948 Chrysler Town & Country Convertible Fresh with a frame-off full rotisserie, the Town & Country convertible is finished in Deep Forest Green with new ash and mahogany wood body. The tan/green interior is also outfitted with new leather and cloth.
• Lot #654 1954 Kaiser Darrin Roadster Only 435 Kaiser Darrins were built in 1954. This car still has all of its original parts. It was number 284 off the assembly line. All restoration, including paint and upholstery, was done in 2010. Titled by engine number.
• Lot #669.1 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS//SS Custom “Project American Heroes” This Camaro was professionally built by Route 66 Motorsports by New Lenox, IL with parts provided by over 25 major automotive aftermarket manufacturers from a rendering by Eric Brockmeyer. Documented in six issues of Super Chevy Magazine.

“For the fifth year in Las Vegas, Barrett-Jackson has consigned some of the collector car industry’s hidden treasures for enthusiasts of all levels to enjoy,” said Barrett-Jackson Chairman and CEO Craig Jackson. “We anticipate a very active and competitive bidding floor this year. We are sure to offer something for even the most discerning car buyer.”

“Las Vegas attracts both experienced and novice bidders while keeping the collector car spirit very much alive,” said Steve Davis, President, Barrett-Jackson. “We’re very excited to be back for another year in this vibrant city with our featured vehicles in addition to a great round-up of Shelbys.”

Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas will also provide guests with an extensive offering of Shelbys, which include:

• Lot #6600 1967 Shelby GT500 SE Super Snake Continuation Fastback A real Carroll Shelby GT500 SE Super Snake. This is one of only a few actually completed and will be included in the Shelby American Registry. Will be sold at approximately 6:00pm on Saturday, September 22, 2012. 
• Lot #674 1970 Shelby GT500 Fastback 428cid Ram Air Super Cobra Jet with 4-speed finished in very rare Pastel Grey over black interior with less than 500 miles on a concourse level nut and bolt restoration. One of two equipped with these options and one of one shipped to Canada.
• Lot #669 1967 Shelby GT500 Fastback  This vehicle has been rotisserie restored. Completely stripped and reassembled using as much FoMoCo parts as could be found at the time.
• Lot #665.1 1966 Shelby GT350 Fastback (Lot #665.1) This potent 289cid boasts over 400hp and is vintage legal for any event in the United States and Canada. One of the greatest things about 315 is it can be used as a race car or registered street car and driven on rallies.
• Lot #630 2008 Shelby GT500 KR Fastback (Lot #630) This Shelby CSM number 08KR0014 is equipped with every option and less than 400 actual miles. Complete documentation including a framed Window Sticker signed by Bill FDord and a Shelby Window Sticker signed by Carroll Shelby. MSP cost over $81,485
• Lot #637 2007 Shelby GT500 Super Snake Convertible (Lot #637) 63 actual miles, 46 miles are documented Shelby test miles. Black exterior with black and red leather interior. Super Snack package with all options and 630hp. This vehicle has always been stored in climate control garage.

In addition to the diverse offering during the Las Vegas auction, Barrett-Jackson looks forward to celebrating racing and car design legend Carroll Shelby’s accomplishments at the 42^nd annual Scottsdale auction event in January, which would have been his 90^th birthday.

“It is not often in this world that an individual becomes a legend and we know his spirit lives on with each Shelby we offer today,” said Jackson. “We welcome you to join us both in Las Vegas and Scottsdale to pay tribute to his iconic life, the legacy he left for the collector car hobby and moments that touched our hearts.”

“He deeply touched the lives of many of us at Barrett-Jackson through his friendship and devotion to our families, and of course through our mutual love of all things automotive,” added Davis.

For more information about Barrett-Jackson and to purchase tickets to the event, visit or call (480) 421-6694.

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 m or call (480) 421-6694. 

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Las Vegas (August 22, 2012)— Barrett-Jackson, “The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™,” is pleased to announce the return of its renowned Las Vegas car auction, September 20-22, at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. This year’s auction is expected to bring tens of thousands of visitors including bidders, consignors and car enthusiasts from around the world to view some of the worlds most sought after collectible vehicles.

“Las Vegas is without a doubt a city driven by world-class entertainment and this years auction is no exception,” said Craig Jackson, Chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “We’re excited to return to Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino to provide activities for car enthusiasts of all ages and showcase one-of-a-kind collector cars at our 5^th annual event.”

SPEED will broadcast 20 hours of live, high-definition television coverage of the auction. The hours will be from 4 to 9 p.m. PDT on Thursday, September 20, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. PDT on Friday, September 21 and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. PDT on Saturday, September 22.

“At Barrett-Jackson we go above and beyond to create an unmatched experience that has something for everyone,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “Our event continues to be highly anticipated by collectors around the world and we are excited to announce a diverse offering of feature cars that will cross the auction block this year.”

Top vehicles featured for the 5^th Annual Las Vegas Auction include:

• 1970 Plymouth HEMI Superbird Two Door Hardtop VIN RM23R0A172586
• 1967 Shelby GT500 SE Super Snake Continuation Fastback VIN 7R02A136593
• 1955 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible VIN 5562122925
• 1970 Ford Mustang BOSS 429 Fastback VIN 0F02Z143248
• 1954 Kaiser Darrin Roadster VIN 3495390

The 5th Annual Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas event will offer a variety of activities for the whole family to enjoy such as the authentic Automobilia Auction, Ride ‘N Drives presented by Ford and General Motors, product demonstrations from vendors and sponsors, shopping through the exhibitor showcase and much more. Barrett-Jackson will also host the following events that will lead up to this world-class auction:

5th Annual Las Vegas Cruise-In-September 15

Taking place from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., the Cruise-In will wrap up the Grand Opening Week of Gaudin Ford’s newest location.  Las Vegas automotive enthusiasts are invited to bring their collector vehicles to the Cruise-In and all makes and models are welcome. Proceeds from food and beverage purchases will directly benefit the Keep Memory Alive Foundation. The event is free and open to the public.

Barrett-Jackson 5^th Annual Road Rally-September 19

The Road Rally will showcase a lineup of 80 collectable automobiles from local car clubs and collectors and will travel down the Las Vegas Strip at 2 p.m. The Road Rally will start at Las Vegas Convention Center Gold and finish in the southeast parking lot at Mandalay Bay with a mini car show.

For more information, up-to-date news and to purchase tickets, please visit www.barrett-jackson.com/lasvegas or call (480) 421-6694.

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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.