SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, has announced the return of the company’s flagship Scottsdale auction, taking place Jan. 13-20, 2013 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Hundreds of thousands of spectators and collectors from all around the world are expected to participate in the event, where more than 1,000 classics, exotics, muscle cars, hot rods, resto-mods and contemporary collectibles will cross the auction block at no reserve.
The 2013 auction marks the return of the company’s impressive 5000 Series, which includes the Salon Collection and features approximately 50 of the world’s most sought-after, unique and valuable automobiles. Ranging from elite prototypes and muscle cars to classics, these prestigious vehicles have been hand selected to sell on Saturday, Jan. 19 beginning at approximately 5 p.m. More information on these eclectic vehicles can be found at SalonCollection.com.
In addition to the Salon Collection, Barrett-Jackson will honor one of the world’s greatest automotive icons, Carroll Shelby, by auctioning off nearly 30 Shelby automobiles at no reserve. Ranging from a stellar 1965 GT350 (lot No. 5023) previously owned by Ford, to a 2012 GT500 50th Anniversary Super Snake (lot No. 1321) to the rarest Shelby Mustang in existence, "The Green Hornet," (lot No. 5022) collectors from all over the world are eagerly waiting for the chance to bid on these legendary vehicles.
Barrett-Jackson also will offer a variety of other vehicles that carry Hollywood history, including the 1966 Original No. 1 Batmobile (lot No. 5037) by renowned customizer George Barris, as well as Clark Gable’s 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing Coupe (lot No. 5001) and a 1919 Pierce Arrow (lot No. 5028) built for the famous silent movie comedian Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle.
"Barrett-Jackson’s Scottsdale auction is unlike any other automotive event in the world," said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. "With the caliber of vehicles crossing our auction block this year, I believe this could be the greatest selection of cars ever sold at one auction in history. We’re looking forward to watching the excitement unfold."
As part of the weeklong festivities, the company will host a "Barrett-Jackson Night" at the Pavilions from 4-7 p.m. on Jan. 12, in addition to the Barrett-Jackson’s Opening Night Gala at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 14. Guests can enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, fashions from Neiman Marcus, live music and celebrity sightings, while preparing to watch world-class vehicles.
"We’ve put together a quality collection of some of the most unique and interesting vehicles for our upcoming Scottsdale auction," said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. "We anticipate that the diverse offering is sure to bring excitement to every level of enthusiast."
SPEED will broadcast nearly 40 hours of live, high-definition TV coverage of the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction from Tuesday – Sunday, Jan. 15 – 20. Tuesday through Thursday, the auction will be broadcasted from 5-10 p.m. MST, Friday and Saturday from 12-10 p.m. MST, and Sunday 12-4 p.m. MST.
For more information, up-to-date news and to purchase tickets, visit Barrett-Jackson.com and SalonCollection.com.
