• 8th Annual Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas Auction to feature a 1979 Porsche 930 Turbo, one of only 806 sold in the U.S during the 1979 model year
• 1974 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am with rare 455 Super Duty engine will cross the block on Saturday, Sept. 26
• One of the most significant and important custom cars ever built, the 1965 Chevrolet Nova SS “Dobbertin’s” Custom, has been consigned

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Sept. 3, 2015 – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions®, will light up the Las Vegas strip with custom, muscle and classic vehicles during its 8th Annual Las Vegas Auction from Sept. 24-26, 2015, at the world-renowned Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. Among the star attractions on this year’s auction docket is a 1965 Chevrolet Nova SS “Dobbertin’s” Custom, a 1974 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 455 Super Duty and a 1979 Porsche 930 Turbo.

“We’re going full-throttle as we prepare for our 8th annual Las Vegas auction at Mandalay Bay,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Our docket is filling up with many spectacular vehicles and we’re excited to showcase our event with 24 hours of live coverage on Discovery and Velocity across the three days.”

Highlighting the exciting docket of vehicles set to cross the block in Las Vegas is a 1979 Porsche 930 Turbo. One of only 806 sold in the U.S during the 1979 model year, this Metallic Silver over optional black sport interior has zero rust and only 38,465 miles. Guests will also get a chance to bid on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL. The classic luxury convertible is powered by a 1.9-liter inline 4-cylinder engine with upgraded Weber carburetors attached to a 4-speed manual transmission.

The last of the great American muscle cars will also be well represented with a 1974 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 455 Super Duty. Only 212 of the 943 that were produced for the 1974 model year were equipped with the Pontiac 455 Super Duty engine and 4-speed transmission, and this is one of them. With less than 9,500 actual miles, this three-owner car features a copy of the Pontiac Division Build Sheet, original owner’s manual, warranty booklet, copy of the Window Sticker from Pontiac Historical Services and a copy of the original title from the owner dated August 1974.

“We’ve ramped up our Las Vegas auction with a fantastic group of vehicles,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “The breadth of our docket this year includes something for first-time bidders, as well as seasoned collectors. I’m confident this year’s Las Vegas auction will be a highlight in the collector car hobby.”

A 1965 Chevrolet Nova SS “Dobbertin’s” Custom is, without question, one of the most significant and important custom cars ever built. To this day it remains a benchmark for innovation and excellence among hot rod enthusiasts. Builder Rick Dobbertin devoted more than 3,000 hours over the course of 3 years to create this legendary performance vehicle. This famous custom Nova features a BDS 6-71 supercharger, an 8-port nitrous oxide system, a 454cid LS7 V8, Holley 750cfm carbs, twin radiators, B&M Comp Turbo 400, DANA 60 rear end, JFZ rear brakes, full roll cage and a Deist Flame Out fire suppression system.

Kicking off the week will be the 8th Annual Las Vegas Cruise-In at Gaudin Ford (6625 Roy Horn Way – Las Vegas, NV 89118) on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. For spectators, the event is free and open to the public. To participate, registration is $20 per vehicle with all proceeds benefiting Grant a Gift Autism Foundation. All registrants will be considered for one of three Barrett-Jackson Choice Awards, one People’s Choice Award and one of three Gaudin Ford awards, including Best Resto Mod, Best Hot Rod and Best Street Rod. The first 100 registrants will also receive two free tickets to the 8th Annual Las Vegas Auction. To register a vehicle for the Cruise-In, click here.

In addition to the exciting action on the auction block, the 8th Annual Las Vegas Auction encompasses an eclectic collection of vendors and displays as well as the much-anticipated Ride ’N Drives and Thrill Rides presented by Ford, Chevrolet and Dodge. The Bidder Preview Day will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. and the automobilia auction will kick off Thursday, Friday and Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. A full event schedule, including Discovery and Velocity broadcast times, is available here. Barrett-Jackson will also be hosting a free livestream on www.barrett-jackson.com showcasing all the cars, all the time.

Consignments for the 8th Annual Las Vegas Auction are still being accepted. To consign a vehicle to the Las Vegas auction, click here. For more information on becoming a bidder, follow the link to www.barrett-jackson.com/bid.

Experience the 8th Annual Las Vegas Auction in style with a Barrett-Jackson VIP Experience Package. Information on available packages and how to be a part of this world-class lifestyle event is available here.

Rick Hendrick’s stunning 458 Spider (Lot #412) will be crossing the block at the 13th Annual Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction, April 17-19, 2015, at the South Florida Fairgrounds.

• A stunning 2012 Ferrari 458 Spider owned by Rick Hendrick and a 2006 Ford GT with only 19 original miles are expected to be bidder favorites
• 19 hours of live coverage on Discovery and Velocity beginning Friday, April 17, at 12 p.m. EDT

PALM BEACH, Fla. – March 11, 2015– Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions^TM, will continue its record-breaking year with a docket of incredible supercars consigned for its 13th Annual Palm Beach auction in Palm Beach, Florida, April 17-19, 2015, at the South Florida Fairgrounds. These powerful vehicles, highlighted by a 2012 Ferrari 458 Spider, were among the first to be consigned for this year’s auction.

“We’re really looking forward to our 13th Annual Palm Beach auction,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Our record-breaking Scottsdale event, including the unrivaled success of the Ron Pratte Collection, set the tone for the rest of the year and we expect another electrifying weekend in Palm Beach. Auction attendees will experience an action-packed three-day event and our bidders can expect a truly spectacular docket of vehicles.”

Barrett-Jackson will auction several outstanding supercars, including NASCAR Team owner Rick Hendrick’s gorgeous 2012 Ferrari 458 Spider. Powered by a 4.5-liter V8 engine, this incredible car produces an astounding 562hp. The interior is well-appointed with navigation, automatic climate control and power-heated seats. As expected from a car of this caliber, nearly all interior surfaces are covered in leather and suede with red stitching to accent. With only 1,000 miles on the odometer, this Italian supercar is like new and looks magnificent. As with all of Hendrick’s personal cars, no detail is overlooked when it comes to maintenance or upkeep.

“High-performance supercars always draw the attention of some of our most passionate bidders,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “Applications are pouring in and we’ve already consigned some magnificent cars. These supercars are just a taste of what our Palm Beach event will offer.”

Adding to the supercar docket is a 2006 Ford GT with only 19 original miles. Stored in a collection since new, this pristine Ford GT is in 100% stock, original condition and powered by a mid-mounted 5.4 liter DOHC aluminum engine with a Lysholm twin-screw supercharger visible through the rear window. The supercharged V8 produces a factory-rate 550hp at 6,500 rpm with 500 ft/lbs of torque.

Gates open at 8 a.m. EDT at the South Florida Fairgrounds (9067 Southern Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33411) each day, April 17 through 19. Tickets may be purchased at the gate, or in advance online at www.barrett-jackson.com.

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

Broadcast Schedule:

Friday, April 17, 12-8 p.m. EDT – Velocity

Saturday, April 18, 2-5 p.m. EDT – Discovery

Saturday, April 18, 5-8 p.m. EDT – Velocity

Sunday, April 19, 12-5 p.m. EDT – Velocity

Barrett-Jackson is now accepting consignments for Palm Beach, April 17-19, 2015 .

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