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

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Barrett-Jackson Welcomes Celebrities and Vehicles Affiliated with Film “2 Fast 2 Furious” Featuring the Late Paul Walker, Steven Tyler, Gene Simmons, the Late Michael Jackson, Kobe Bryant, Michael Schumacher, the Late James Gandolfini, Chad Kroeger and Film “Driving Miss Daisy”

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Jan. 7, 2014 — Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™, announced today the lineup of celebrity affiliated vehicles that will cross its auction block in Scottsdale as well as the expected presence of notable celebrities, including Billy Baldwin and Gene Simmons that are intending to play, to consign or to relish in the Barrett-Jackson experience. With the opening night gala only days away on January 13, car aficionados and those with a love to drive are anxious to take part in the lifestyle experience that is at every Barrett-Jackson auction. This year the company’s 43rd Annual Scottsdale Auction will be held for the first time at the all-new facility at Westworld of Scottsdale, January 12-19, a facility that boasts nearly 1 million square feet of auction facilities, vendors and non-stop entertainment.

“More and more, our Scottsdale auction, as well as our other three auctions, are drawing a greater attendance of celebrities as our brand becomes more global, as our reach enters new media markets and as consignors and bidders flock to our lifestyle events and our website,” said Craig Jackson, Chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “The celebrities joining us in Scottsdale for our opening night gala will enjoy a special charity auction hosted by Billy Baldwin and a performance by Bret Michaels. They will have a blast with an exciting week activities and auction items.”

At the opening night gala, Billy Baldwin will offer the ultimate 2015 Super Bowl package with all proceeds benefiting the Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund. A 1987 Oldsmobile Firenza Warren Johnson’s NHRA Pro Stock Racecar will be auctioned with all proceeds benefiting the Darrell Gwynn Foundation. And a special performance by rock legend Bret Michaels will entertain guests well into the night. This night is a grand kickoff to a week of incredible cars and activities that make the Barrett-Jackson experience so memorable.

In addition to the cars listed below, singer Steven Tyler will be auctioning two motorcycles and NASCAR driver Rusty Wallace’s car will cross the auction block for charity. For further information on these and other celebrity related vehicles visit the Scottsdale 2014 Car List at www.barrett-jackson.com.

• Lot #1319.2 2008 BUGATTI VEYRON 2 DOOR COUPE – currently owned by Simon Cowell. In 2008 this was the fastest street legal vehicle in America.

• Lot #494 2001 MITSUBISHI EVO CUSTOM 4 DOOR – from “2 Fast 2 Furious” featuring the late Paul Walker. This is the actual car used for close up shots and one of the most recognizable cars on the planet.

• Lot #3006 1956 FORD F-100 CUSTOM SHELBY TRUCK – endorsed by Gene Simmons. Contains a Ford Racing supercharged 5.4 liter Shelby engine.

• Lot #5074 1986 FERRARI TESTAROSSA STRAMAN CONVERTIBLE – driven by the late Michael Jackson. This vehicle was driven by Michael in the Pepsi Commercial called “The Chopper.”

• Lot #1003 1963 CHEVROLET IMPALA CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE – previously owned by Kobe Bryant. Custom created by West Coast Customs and featured in Lowrider Magazine.

• Lot #5002 1972 OLDSMOBILE 442 CONVERTIBLE – previously owned by the late James Gandolfini of The Sopranos. A very rare special edition vehicle with a 350 Rocket engine.

• Lot #1279 1969 FORD MUSTANG BOSS 429 FASTBACK – owned by Chad Kroeger, the Grammy-nominated lead singer of Nickelback. A hand built car with an 820-S NASCAR engine.

• Lot #1049 1949 HUDSON COMMODORE 8 4 DOOR SEDAN – from “Driving Miss Daisy.” This is the actual car used in the 1990 award-winning movie.

• Lot #5023 1950 MERCURY CUSTOM – owned and built by actor Matthew Fox. Has won World’s Most Beautiful Custom with more than $400,000 invested and hundreds of documented hours of skilled labor.

• Lot # 5033 2006 MARINE TECHNOLOGY INC 39RP BOAT – “MOJO” is the authentic Miami Vice movie boat used by Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx in the movie Miami Vice. After filming, this boat was sent to Visual Imaginations for a paint job. MOJO is one-of-a-kind. Lots 5033, 5033.1 and 5033.2 sold as a package.

• Lot #5033.1 2003 HUMMER H2 CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE – This one-of-a-kind Hummer comes with all the extras. Custom paint, 20″ wheels and tires, DVD player, tow package, bikini top, step bars, brush guard and much more. The Hummer matches the MOJO Boat. Lots 5033, 5033.1 and 5033.2 sold as a package.

• Lot #5033.2 2007 AMERICAN TILT TRAILER – American Tilt trailer to be sold with the “MOJO” boat from the Miami Vice movie starring Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx with a matching customized H2 Hummer convertible with Miami Vice theme. Lots 5033, 5033.1 and 5033.2 sold as a package.

“The trust that is given to Barrett-Jackson by our consignors is always humbling,” said Steve Davis, President of Barrett-Jackson. “Our company has a long-standing tradition of working closely with our consignors. We cherish the relationships we have built with all of our consignors at the pinnacle of their careers and look forward to celebrating with them at this year’s Scottsdale auction.”
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About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Barrett-Jackson, the world’s leading collector car auctions and automotive lifestyle events, specializes in providing products and services to astute classic and collector car owners and automotive enthusiasts around the world. The company produces The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™ in Scottsdale, Ariz., Palm Beach, Fla., Reno Tahoe, Nev. and Las Vegas, Nev., where hundreds of the world’s most sought-after, unique and valuable automobiles cross the block in front of a global audience. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance offering for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. With an unprecedented expert staff, including Craig Jackson, Steve Davis and Gary Bennett who have over 130 years of combined experience in the automotive field, Barrett-Jackson offers the most diverse and desirable inventory accompanied with trustworthy and transparent customer service. More information about Barrett-Jackson, including details on expanded television coverage on the FOX family of networks which includes the National Geographic channel, can be found at www.barrett-jackson.com, or by calling (480) 421-6694. ‘Like’ us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter @Barrett_Jackson.

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.

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