THE COUNTDOWN HAS BEGUN
Barrett-Jackson To Celebrate 45Th Anniversary in Scottsdale with Amazing Docket, Gala And Experts’ Symposiums
January 23-31, 2016 • WestWorld of Scottsdale
• Barrett-Jackson will host a nine-day celebration of the company’s 45th Anniversary during the 2016 Scottsdale Auction from January 23-31, 2016, at WestWorld of Scottsdale
• More than 1,500 vehicles will cross the auction block, including a 1947 Talbot-Lago T-26 Worblaufen Cabriolet and the “The French Connection,” a 1938 Coddington V12 HEMI
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Nov. 17, 2015 – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions®, will host a nine-day celebration of the company’s 45th anniversary in Scottsdale, Ariz., from Jan. 23-31, 2016, at WestWorld of Scottsdale. As the barometer of the collector car market in 2016, Barrett-Jackson is filling its docket with more than 1,500 rare and collectible vehicles. Two exceptional collectibles crossing the block include a 1947 Talbot-Lago T-26 Worblaufen Cabriolet and Boyd Coddington’s “The French Connection,” a 1938 Coddington V12 HEMI.
“Our 2016 Scottsdale auction is particularly meaningful because it celebrates our 45th anniversary,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “My father, Russ Jackson, and his friend, Tom Barrett, started the auction with one auction and a few select cars. More than four decades later, Barrett-Jackson has become the premier collector car auction company for enthusiasts around the world. Of course, our 45th anniversary is as much about our future as our past and that’s why we continue to bring new assets to our events, such as the Experts’ Symposiums.”
The 45th Anniversary Scottsdale Auction will include a host of exciting activities, events and exhibits over the week. Kicking off the week will be the Cox Family Value Day on Saturday, January 23, with free admission for children under 12. The Opening Night Gala, a renowned event held at each of Barrett-Jackson’s four annual auctions, will be on the evening of the 25th. Registered bidders, consignors and sponsors receive invitations to the gala. Throughout the nine-day auction, fans can participate in the Ride ’N Drives and Thrill Rides with Ford, Chevrolet and Dodge, as well as shop the vendor marketplace and enjoy live music on select evenings.
New to the 45th Anniversary Scottsdale Auction will be the Experts’ Symposiums held throughout the week. Here, enthusiasts can get an idea about what to look for when buying a car and hear from Barrett-Jackson’s team of experts.
“This 45th anniversary celebration will represent the ultimate automotive lifestyle experience and the most incredible environment of its kind,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “The amazing docket we are building for the 45th anniversary will be a milestone in Barrett-Jackson history.”
Representing the classic cars that Barrett-Jackson began selling 45 years ago, a pristine 1947 Talbot-Lago T-26 Worblaufen Cabriolet will be one of the featured consignments in Scottsdale. This is one of three Talbot-Lago T-26 Cabriolets built by the famous Carrosserie Worblaufen of Switzerland. This car is being offered for sale for the first time in 24 years.
Also featured on the docket for Barrett-Jackson’s 45th Anniversary Scottsdale Auction is the coveted 1938 Coddington V12 HEMI, “The French Connection.” Representing a modern day interpretation of the prewar cars that Barrett-Jackson was built on, this one-off, custom-made car looks similar to a 1937 Delahaye and was Boyd Coddington’s last build before he passed away. As this car is Boyd’s last vision for a car – his final ride – it comes with a Letter of Authenticity from his wife, Jo Coddington.
For more information on becoming a bidder, follow the link to www.barrett-jackson.com/bid.
About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions®, is the leader in collector car auctions and automotive lifestyle events. The company produces auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut, and Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit http://www.barrett-jackson.com, or call 480-421-6694.
