Barrett-Jackson Announces More Than $92 Million

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Barrett-Jackson Announces More Than $92 Million in Sales and OVER 270,000 in Attendance at the 41st Annual Scottsdale Auction



The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™ Company Breaks a Number of World Records In Front of an Energized Crowd of Hundreds of Thousands







Scottsdale, Ariz. – Jan. 23, 2012 – Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™, announced today that it generated more than $92 million in gross sales of rare, high-end collectible vehicles, exotics, customs, classics, hot rods and resto-mods during its 41st annual Arizona auction at West World of Scottsdale, Jan 15-22, 2012.







Additionally, a record number of ecstatic attendees including buyers, consignors and enthusiasts totaling more than 270,000 were on hand to partake in the excitement. This represents a 32 percent increase in sales and a 16 percent increase in attendance versus 2011.







An astonishing 1948 Tucker Torpedo (Lot #5008) from the Ron Pratte Collection, one of only 51 ever made, was the top selling vehicle, garnering $2.915 million; a world record for the sale of a Tucker. Following the Tucker in top sales was an ethereal 1947 Bentley Mark VI Coachworks by Franay (Lot #5005) with a sale price of $2.75 million. Rounding out the top three was a breathtaking 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing with only 4,159 original miles—the lowest mileage model known to exist. This exceptional Mercedes also represents a world-record for the highest-selling price for a steel-bodied 300SL Gullwing model. All three vehicles sold on Saturday, Jan. 21 and were part of the new Barrett-Jackson Salon Offering Collection, a selection of ultra-rare and highly-sought classic cars.







Additional sales records and milestones include:







An extraordinary selection of timed-lot vehicles called the 5000 series on Saturday, Jan. 21, which comprised The Salon Offering Collection and a number of other highly-sought classics, totaling 31 collector cars.

More than $5.8 million raised for local and national charities through the sale of 22 vehicles, including generous proceeds from sales and donations for the Barrett-Jackson sponsored ChildHelp Charity to benefit victims of child abuse and neglect.

New registered bidders comprised more than 50 percent of total bidders.

Nearly half of the Consigners were also new.

A surge in pickup trucks consignments and sales: More than 150 pickups were auctioned, accounting for more than 10 percent of sales. One example is an amazing 1948 Chevrolet Coe (Lot # 430.2), fresh off a two-year full restoration, which sold for a world-record breaking $97,900.

The first-ever DIY lifestyle exhibit that featured a how-to on getting your car on the auction block.

A first-ever mobile social media boutique for grassroots outreach from guests of Barrett-Jackson.

Strong celebrity involvement that included Bret Michaels, Jay Leno, Alice Cooper, Nancy Grace, Kathie Lee Gifford, Jordin Sparks and more.

A 99.69 percent sell-through rate for the entire week.





“The excitement over the high-end classics in the 5000 series and the Salon Offering Collection this year is beyond words,” said Craig Jackson, Chairman and CEO, Barrett-Jackson. “The record crowds were the most enthusiastic I have seen them in years. I’m humbled to say that we had a record number of cars cross the block and were able to revisit our roots by offering some of the purest classics and concepts on the market with extraordinary results. Additionally, we still maintained our ‘something for everyone’ philosophy by providing the largest selection of vintage cars and trucks in our 41-year history.”







Consignments are now available for the upcoming Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach, Orange County and Las Vegas 2012 Auctions. For more information, please visit http://www.barrett-jackson.com/consign/







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 Events™” 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.







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Barrett Jackson 2010 Car Auction Jan 18 - 24

Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event


January 18-24, 2010

Scottsdale, Arizona

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Monday, January 18, 2010

Ford Family Value Day benefiting Cox Charities

Kids under 12 get in free!

8:00am-5:00pm Gates, Vendor & Sponsor Displays Open

9:00am-5:00pm Liberty Wildlife @TheGarage

The organization will be on the patio. Attendees can see live eagles, hawks, and reptiles. We will release a rehabilitated Hawk into the wild in the afternoon.

9:00am-5:00pm Temporary Tattoos @TheGarage

Receive a complimentary Barrett-Jackson provided by Tattoo Manufacturing Inc (The Garage Patio)

9:00am-5:00pm Pokemon Gaming Tournament @TheGarage

Trader Down will teach how to play the Pokemon game

12:00pm – 2:00pm Radio Disney Performance @TheGarage

12:00pm – 5:00pm Appearance by Cox Communications’ Digi @TheGarage

Digi will be taking pictures and signing autographs

12:00pm – 3:00pm Cox Charities Coloring Contest @TheGarage

7:30pm - 10:30pm* Opening Night Gala

*By invitation only



Tuesday, January 19, 2010

8:00am-Auction Close Gates, Vendor & Sponsor Displays Open

10:00am - 2:00pm Automobilia Auction

10:00am Garage Patio Opens

2:00pm - Close Collector Car Auction

5:00pm - Close Twilight Auction Hours

Reduced admission after 5:00pm

6:00pm - 9:00pm Designer Fashion Shows - @TheGarage

6pm: The Garage Kids

7pm: Roxanne's Couture

8pm: Dillard's

Makeup artistry presented by CHANEL Makeup



Wednesday, January 20, 2010

8:00am-Auction Close Gates, Vendor & Sponsor Displays Open

9:00am - 10:00am Automobilia Auction

10:00am Garage Patio Opens

10:00am - Close Collector Car Auction

1:00pm - 2:00pm Cooking Demonstration @Lifestyle Pavilion

The Dueling Chefs of To Grill or Not To Grill will be creating family friendly meals utilizing Sprouts Farm Fresh specials of the week!

3:00pm - 4:00pm Cooking Demonstration @Lifestyle Pavilion

featuring LV Bistro Fresh American Cuisine

4:00pm - 4:30pm Organic Cocktail Pairing @Lifestyle Pavilion

5:00pm – 6:00pm Cooking Demonstration @Lifestyle Pavilion

Candy Lesher and Chef Ann Nolan from Cooking Studio AZ bring Passion to the Pavilion with sensational recipes using Viking Induction Cooking!

5:00pm - 7:00pm Fine Liquor Tasting @Lifestyle Pavilion

featuring: Makers Mark, Titos Vodka, Hornitos Tequila, Cruzan Rum, Laphroaig Scotch, and Ardmore Scotch.

5:00pm - Close Twilight Auction Hours

Reduced admission after 5:00pm



7:00pm - 9:00pm VIP Reception @TheGarage

*by invitation only



Thursday, January 21, 2010

8:00am-Auction Close Gates, Vendor & Sponsor Displays Open

8:00am - 8:00pm CHANEL Experience @Lifestyle Pavilion

Complimentary Treatment, Makeup Artistry and Fragrance services

9:00am - 10:00am Automobilia Auction

9:00am - 11:00am Corvette Seminar @TheGarage

*By invitation only or $10 at the door

10:00am Garage Patio Opens

10:00am - Close Collector Car Auction

1:00pm - 2:00pm Cooking Demonstration @Lifestyle Pavilion

The Dueling Chefs of To Grill or Not To Grill will be creating family friendly meals utilizing Sprouts Farm Fresh specials of the week!

3:00pm - 4:00pm Cooking Demonstration @Lifestyle Pavilion

featuring Michael Minas Bourbon Steak

4:00pm - 4:30pm Wine Pairing @Lifestyle Pavilion

with Aaron Patrick, Wine Sommelier

5:00pm – 6:00pm Cooking Demonstration @Lifestyle Pavilion

Candy Lesher and Chef Ann Nolan from Cooking Studio AZ bring Passion to the Pavilion with sensational recipes using Viking Induction Cooking!

5:00pm - 7:00pm Fine Liquor Tasting @Lifestyle Pavilion

featuring: Makers Mark, Titos Vodka, Hornitos Tequila, Cruzan Rum, Laphroaig Scotch, and Ardmore Scotch.

5:00pm - Close Twilight Auction Hours

Reduced admission after 5:00pm

6:00pm - 11:00pm DJ Cutswell @TheGarage

6:00pm - 7:00pm Happy Hour @TheGarage

Drink specials and Fine Liquor Tasting



Friday, January 22, 2010

8:00am-Auction Close Gates, Vendor & Sponsor Displays Open

8:00am - 8:00pm CHANEL Experience @Lifestyle Pavilion

Complimentary Treatment, Makeup Artistry and Fragrance services

9:00am - 10:00am Automobilia Auction

10:00am Garage Patio Opens

10:00am - Close Collector Car Auction

1:00pm - 2:00pm Cooking Demonstration @Lifestyle Pavilion

The Dueling Chefs of To Grill or Not To Grill will be creating family friendly meals utilizing Sprouts Farm Fresh specials of the week!

3:00pm - 4:00pm Cooking Demonstration @Lifestyle Pavilion

featuring The Gill Simple. Sustainable. Seafood.

4:00pm - 4:30pm Wine Pairing @Lifestyle Pavilion



5:00pm – 6:00pm Cooking Demonstration @Lifestyle Pavilion

Candy Lesher and Chef Ann Nolan from Cooking Studio AZ bring Passion to the Pavilion with sensational recipes using Viking Induction Cooking!

5:00pm - 7:00pm Fine Liquor Tasting @Lifestyle Pavilion

featuring: Makers Mark, TitoÂ’s Vodka, Hornitos Tequila, Cruzan Rum, Laphroaig Scotch, and Ardmore Scotch.

5:00pm - Close Twilight Auction Hours

Reduced admission after 5:00pm

6:00pm - 11:00pm DJ Senbad @TheGarage

6:00pm - 7:00pm Happy Hour @TheGarage

Drink specials and Fine Liquor Tasting



Saturday, January 23, 2010

8:00am-Auction Close Gates, Vendor & Sponsor Displays Open

8:00am- 10:00am Penske VIP Breakfast - INVITE ONLY

8:00am - 8:00pm CHANEL Experience @Lifestyle Pavilion

Complimentary Treatment, Makeup Artistry and Fragrance services

9:00am - 10:00am Automobilia Auction

10:00am Garage Patio Opens

10:00am - Close Collector Car Auction

11:00am Meet and Greet with Industry Legend Lee Iacocca @Lifestyle Pavilion

1:00pm – 2:00pm Cooking Demonstration @Lifestyle Pavilion

The Dueling Chefs of To Grill or Not To Grill will be creating family friendly meals utilizing Sprouts Farm Fresh specials of the week!

3:00pm - 4:00pm Cooking Demonstration @Lifestyle Pavilion

featuring Richard Sandoval's La Hacienda “Modern Mexican”

4:00pm - 4:30pm Tequila Sampling & Tasting @Lifestyle Pavilion



5:00pm – 6:00pm Cooking Demonstration @Lifestyle Pavilion

Candy Lesher and Chef Ann Nolan from Cooking Studio AZ bring Passion to the Pavilion with sensational recipes using Viking Induction Cooking!

5:00pm - 7:00pm Fine Liquor Tasting @Lifestyle Pavilion

featuring: Makers Mark, TitoÂ’s Vodka, Hornitos Tequila, Cruzan Rum, Laphroaig Scotch, and Ardmore Scotch.

5:00pm - Close Twilight Auction Hours

Reduced admission after 5:00pm

6:00pm - 11:00pm Live DJ @TheGarage

6:00pm - 7:00pm Happy Hour @TheGarage

Drink specials and Fine Liquor Tasting

Sunday, January 24, 2010

8:00am-Auction Close Gates, Vendor & Sponsor Displays Open

9:00am - 10:00am Automobilia Auction

10:00am - Close Collector Car Auction

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