Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona Barrett-Jackson is the world leader in collector car auctions and automotive lifestyle events. The Barrett-Jackson Car Auction is one of the most anticipated events in Arizona every year. This year alone will see close to 3,000 unique and one-of-a-kind vehicles cross the auction floor. Whether you're a fan of classic American muscle cars or the new generation of Resto-Mods there is something for everyone to see at Barrett-Jackson.
Last year, Barrett-Jackson set several new records with over 300,000 total spectators in attendance, $113 million in sales, and a top sale of $3.85 million for a 1967 Chevrolet Corvette L88 2-Door Coupe. However, this year is poised to be the biggest year ever for the auction. Local car collector and enthusiast Ron Pratte is selling his entire museum of collector cars. This collection includes the only remaining 1966 Shelby Cobra Super Snake which was Carroll Shelby's personal vehicle and was sold to Pratte for a world record of $5.5 million.
Barrett-Jackson isn't just known for selling collectible sports cars. They are also well known for auctioning off rare historical vehicles as well. In 2012 the 1964 Cadillac Hearse used to transport president John F. Kennedy's body to Air Force One after his assassination was sold for $160,000.
Adding to the Barrett-Jackson experience is the popular Vendor Marketplace. Larger than a football field, this indoor tented marketplace is a showcase of distinctive automotive related products and services. Most major car companies are represented in the Vendor Marketplace each exhibiting their latest high-end and coveted vehicles not yet released to the public for purchase that you'll get a chance to see up close.
Can't make it to the auction this year? You can catch live coverage of the Barrett-Jackson Car Auction on the Velocity channel. Whether you're able to experience this once-a-year event up-close and personal or watch the auction from the comfort of home the Barrett-Jackson Car Auction is a fun and exciting event!
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