Special to Independent Newsmedia
Barrett-Jackson is gearing up for the annual Scottsdale Auction in January.
The annual nine-day automotive lifestyle event has become the season opener for the collector car hobby. It features a docket filled with coveted collectible vehicles and authentic automobilia.
The event goes from Saturday, Jan. 18 through Sunday, Jan. 26 at WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road.
“We’re deep into preparing for our flagship event and are going full throttle, planning more interactive exhibits, live music and, of course, a docket full of some of the most coveted collectible vehicles in the world,” Craig Jackson, Barrett-Jackson chairman and CEO, shared in a press release.
Family Day, which kicks off Saturday, Jan. 18, where children 12 years old and younger receive free admission with a ticketed adult, will include activities from STEM-focused organizations.
Fifty contenders in the Barrett-Jackson Cup Competition, which will be judged by custom builders Bobby Alloway and Troy Trepanier, will parade across the block on the first Saturday. Competing vehicles will be displayed throughout the week.
One top five finalist will be revealed each day, culminating with the “People’s Choice” and “Ultimate Best in Show” awards announced on Saturday, Jan. 25.
Collector cars and authentic automobilia will begin crossing the block on Monday, Jan. 20, and will continue through Sunday, Jan. 26. Among the anticipated collectible vehicles are two custom Chevrolet Corvettes: a 1963 Split-Window Coupe and a 1967 convertible, both designed and built by Jeff Hayes. Included in the line of supercars to be offered is a rare 2019 Aston Martin Vanquish Zagato Shooting Brake, No. 26 of only 99 built worldwide and one of only 11 in the U.S.
Automotive enthusiasts interested in registering to bid may do so here, and those looking to consign their own collector car may do so here.
Registered premium package bidders and consignors will also receive invitations to Barrett-Jackson’s exclusive Opening Night Gala on Sunday, Jan. 19. Tickets and hospitality packages are available at Barrett-Jackson.com.