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The Barrett-Jackson 2026 Scottsdale Auction starts this weekend. This event is filled with great cars, vintage Automobilia, exciting Thrill Rides and Hot Laps, and more. The auction runs from Saturday, January 17, through Sunday, January 25, at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Pre-auction fun starts Friday, January 16, with Barrett-Jackson’s 3rd Annual “Rock the Block” concert featuring country music superstars Cole Swindell and Chase Rice, in the auction arena at WestWorld. If you can’t make it to Scottsdale, you can watch the auction on the Barrett-Jackson Livestream, FYI and HISTORY Channel.

EVENT AND TV SCHEDULE (all times are MST)

Friday, January 16, 2026

Rock The Block Concert
6 to 10:30 p.m.
Gates open at 6 p.m., with multi-platinum singer-songwriter Chase Rice taking the stage at 7 p.m., followed by country music superstar and multi-award winner Cole Swindell live in the Auction Arena at 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Coca-Cola Family Day
Gates, Food Courts, Sponsor Displays Open
Auction Site at WestWorld
Free admission for ages 12 and under
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

STEMFest presented by Honeywell
South Showcase
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Gearing Toward the Future Career Fair
Auction Arena
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fantasy Bid presented by Dodge
Online at Promo.BarrettJacksonFantasyBid.com
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dodge and GR Supra Thrill Rides
Barrett-Jackson Performance Track
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

TRD Pro Dirt Rides
Sponsor Pavilion
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cadillac and Polestar Driving Experience
Indian Motorcycle Demo Experience
Gate 2
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monster Energy BMX Show present by Coca-Cola
Midway
10 to 11 a.m.

Monster Energy BMX Show present by Coca-Cola
Midway
12 to 1 p.m.

Barrett-Jackson Cup Parade presented by BluePrint Engines and CRC
Auction Arena
3 to 5 p.m.

TV: Barrett-Jackson Livestream
Barrett-Jackson Cup Parade
3 – 5 p.m.

Sunday, January 18, 2026

Gates, Food Courts, Sponsor Displays Open
Bidder Preview Day
Auction Site at WestWorld
8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Fantasy Bid presented by Dodge
Online at Promo.BarrettJacksonFantasyBid.com
8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Dodge and GR Supra Thrill Rides
Barrett-Jackson Performance Track
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

TRD Pro Dirt Rides
Sponsor Pavilion
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cadillac and Polestar Driving Experience
Indian Motorcycle Demo Experience
Gate 2
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Monster Energy BMX Show present by Coca-Cola
Midway
10 to 11 a.m.

Monster Energy BMX Show present by Coca-Cola
Midway
12 to 1 p.m.

Monster Energy BMX Show present by Coca-Cola
Midway
2 to 3 p.m.

Opening Night Gala
By invitation only
Auction Arena
7 to 10 p.m.

Monday, January 19, 2026

Gates, Food Courts, Sponsor Displays Open
Auction Site at WestWorld
8 a.m. to Auction Close

Fantasy Bid presented by Dodge
Online at Promo.BarrettJacksonFantasyBid.com
8 a.m. to Auction Close

Automobilia Auction
Auction Arena
8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

TV: Barrett-Jackson Livestream
All the cars, all the time.
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dodge and GR Supra Thrill Rides
Barrett-Jackson Performance Track
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

TRD Pro Dirt Rides
Sponsor Pavilion
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Indian Motorcycle Demo Experience
Gate 2
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Collector Car Auction
Auction Arena
2 p.m. to Auction Close

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Gates, Food Courts, Sponsor Displays Open
Auction Site at WestWorld
8 a.m. to Auction Close

Fantasy Bid presented by Dodge
Online at Promo.BarrettJacksonFantasyBid.com
8 a.m. to Auction Close

Automobilia Auction
Auction Arena
8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

TV: Barrett-Jackson Livestream
All the cars, all the time.
8:30 a.m. – Auction Close

Dodge and GR Supra Thrill Rides
Barrett-Jackson Performance Track
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

TRD Pro Dirt Rides
Sponsor Pavilion
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Indian Motorcycle Demo Experience
Gate 2
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Collector Car Auction
Auction Arena
2 p.m. to Auction Close

TV: FYI
Barrett-Jackson LIVE
3 to 8 p.m.

TV: Barrett-Jackson.com
Livestream of FYI and HISTORY broadcasts.
International viewers only.
3 to 9 p.m.

TV: FYI
Barrett-Jackson LIVE ENCORE
8 to 10 p.m.

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Gates, Food Courts, Sponsor Displays Open
Auction Site at WestWorld
8 a.m. to Auction Close

Fantasy Bid presented by Dodge
Online at Promo.BarrettJacksonFantasyBid.com
8 a.m. to Auction Close

Automobilia Auction
Auction Arena
8:30 to 10 a.m.

TV: Barrett-Jackson Livestream
All the cars, all the time.
8:30 a.m. – Auction Close

Dodge and GR Supra Thrill Rides
Ford Hot Laps
Barrett-Jackson Performance Track
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Ford Bronco and TRD Pro Dirt Rides
Sponsor Pavilion
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Indian Motorcycle Demo Experience
Gate 2
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Collector Car Auction
Auction Arena
10 a.m. to Auction Close

Collector Car Symposium
Piper Aircraft South Showcase
“COLLECTIBLES ON THE RISE” – Industry enthusiasts gather to explore vehicles gaining momentum in the modern collector market.
1 to 2 p.m.

TV: FYI
Barrett-Jackson LIVE
2 to 8 p.m.

TV: Barrett-Jackson.com
Livestream of FYI and HISTORY broadcasts.
International viewers only.
2 to 8 p.m.

TV: FYI
Barrett-Jackson LIVE ENCORE
8 to 10 p.m.

Thursday, January 22, 2026 

Gates, Food Courts, Sponsor Displays Open
Auction Site at WestWorld
8 a.m. to Auction Close

Fantasy Bid presented by Dodge
Online at Promo.BarrettJacksonFantasyBid.com
8 a.m. to Auction Close

Automobilia Auction
Auction Arena
8:30 to 10 a.m.

TV: Barrett-Jackson Livestream
All the cars, all the time.
8:30 a.m. – Auction Close

Dodge and GR Supra Thrill Rides
Ford Hot Laps
Barrett-Jackson Performance Track
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Ford Bronco and TRD Pro Dirt Rides
Sponsor Pavilion
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Indian Motorcycle Demo Experience
Gate 2
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Collector Car Auction
Auction Arena
10 a.m. to Auction Close

Collector Car Symposium
Piper Aircraft South Showcase 
“START YOUR COLLECTION” – This panel discusses practices that turn those starting out into informed collectors.
12 to 1 p.m.

Collector Car Symposium
Piper Aircraft South Showcase
“CRAFTSMANSHIP AND CREATIVITY: Inside the World of Custom Car Builders.”
1 to 2 p.m.

Adam’s Polishes Product Showcase
Midway
2 to 3 p.m.

TV: FYI
Barrett-Jackson LIVE
2 to 8 p.m.

TV: Barrett-Jackson.com
Livestream of FYI and HISTORY broadcasts.
International viewers only.
2 to 8 p.m.

TV: FYI
Barrett-Jackson LIVE ENCORE
8 to 10 p.m.

Friday, January 23, 2026

Gates, Food Courts, Sponsor Displays Open
Auction Site at WestWorld
8 a.m. to Auction Close

Fantasy Bid presented by Dodge
Online at Promo.BarrettJacksonFantasyBid.com
8 a.m. to Auction Close

Automobilia Auction
Auction Arena
8:30 to 10 a.m.

TV: Barrett-Jackson Livestream
All the cars, all the time.
8:30 a.m. – Auction Close

Dodge and GR Supra Thrill Rides
Ford Hot Laps
Barrett-Jackson Performance Track
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Ford Bronco and TRD Pro Dirt Rides
Sponsor Pavilion
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cadillac and Polestar Driving Experience
Indian Motorcycle Demo Experience
Gate 2
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Collector Car Auction
Auction Arena
10 a.m. to Auction Close

Collector Car Symposium
Piper Aircraft South Showcase 
“LE MANS ’66: The truth behind the myth and its importance today”
12 to 1 p.m.

TV: HISTORY
Barrett-Jackson LIVE
12 to 5 p.m.

TV: Barrett-Jackson.com
Livestream of FYI and HISTORY broadcasts.
International viewers only.
12 to 10 p.m.

Adam’s Polishes Product Showcase
Midway
2 to 3 p.m.

TV: FYI
Barrett-Jackson LIVE
5 to 10 p.m.

Major League Drone Racing
Barrett-Jackson Performance Track
6:15 to 8 p.m.

Saturday, January 24, 2026

Gates, Food Courts, Sponsor Displays Open
Auction Site at WestWorld
8 a.m. to Auction Close

Fantasy Bid presented by Dodge
Online at Promo.BarrettJacksonFantasyBid.com
8 to 11 a.m.

Automobilia Auction
Auction Arena
8:30 to 10 a.m.

TV: Barrett-Jackson Livestream
All the cars, all the time.
8:30 a.m. – Auction Close

Dodge and GR Supra Thrill Rides
Ford Hot Laps
Barrett-Jackson Performance Track
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Ford Bronco and TRD Pro Dirt Rides
Sponsor Pavilion
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cadillac and Polestar Driving Experience
Indian Motorcycle Demo Experience
Gate 2
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Collector Car Auction
Auction Arena
10 a.m. to Auction Close

TV: HISTORY
Barrett-Jackson LIVE
12 to 10 p.m.

Barrett-Jackson Cup Winner announced
Auction Arena
12:30 to 12:45 p.m.

TV: Barrett-Jackson.com
Livestream of FYI and HISTORY broadcasts.
International viewers only.
12 to 10 p.m.

Adam’s Polishes Product Showcase
Midway
2 to 3 p.m.

Sunday, January 25, 2026

Gates, Food Courts, Sponsor Displays Open
Auction Site at WestWorld
8 a.m. to Auction Close

Automobilia Auction
Auction Arena
8:30 a.m. to Noon

TV: Barrett-Jackson Livestream
All the cars, all the time.
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dodge and GR Supra Thrill Rides
Ford Hot Laps
Barrett-Jackson Performance Track
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

TRD Pro Dirt Rides
Sponsor Pavilion
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cadillac and Polestar Driving Experience
Indian Motorcycle Demo Experience
Gate 2
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Collector Car Auction
Auction Arena
Noon – Auction Close

TV: FYI
Barrett-Jackson LIVE ENCORE – Super Saturday
12 to 10 p.m.

You got that dream car, you negotiated the price, maybe you spent the weekends building it to perfection, or you won it at auction.

Either way, the first thing you thought was: How do I protect this beauty?

So, you did your homework.

• Agreed value policy
• Theft
• Collison
• Weather damage

Then six months later, the engine needs a full rebuild. You call your insurer and you hear these words:

“That’s not covered”

What Does Classic Car Insurance Actually Cover?

Classic car insurance is essential, but coverage can be confusing. So, Legendary Car Protection has broken it down for you.

Collisions. Someone hit your ’63 Chevelle, your covered.

Theft. Your Ford GT disappears? Covered

Vandalism. Someone scratches your hood. Covered.

Weather Damage. Hail, floods, fallen trees? Covered.

Agreed value. If totaled, you get the full insured amount.

But what happens when something inside your car fails. Not from an accident, but from mechanical wear? That’s the gap most collectors don’t discover until it’s too late.

Wondering if your car has coverage gaps? Get a free quote at Legendarycarprotection.com and see what protection looks like for your vehicle.

Why Insurance Doesn’t Cover Mechanical Breakdowns?

Insurance protects against the unexpected:

Accidents

Theft

Weather

Mechanical failure is expected, it’s inevitable. Engines wear and transmissions age. Electrical systems get temperamental. When these components fail, insurances consider it the owner’s responsibility.

The Real Cost of Classic Car Repairs

According to Hagerty, specialized labor for collector cars run $70 to $125 per hour before parts. Industry data shows engine or transmission rebuilds on collector vehicles can easily exceed five figures:

• Engine rebuilds: $7,000-$12,000
• Transmission repairs: $4000-$6000
• Electrical diagnostics and repair: Varies wildly, but rarely cheap

Consider a matching number 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda convertible, one of the only 17 built with a four-speed 440 Six Barrel. Finding parts isn’t a phone call. It’s a hunt. The price will reflect that. Your insurance company doesn’t care about rarity. They cover collisions.

For more on at-risk components, read: “Fall into Protection.”

A single mechanical failure can cost more than years of coverage. See what a VSC costs for your vehicle, at legendarycarprotection.com use code 250OFF for $250 off any plan.

What Is a Vehicle Service Contract (VSC)?

A VSC covers what insurance doesn’t: mechanical breakdowns. It’s not an extended warranty (those come from manufactures for new vehicles). A VSC is third-party protection you can purchase anytime, from 1965 or 2026.

Per California Department of Insurance, VSCs function like a service agreement: you pay upfront or monthly, and when a covered component fails, the contract helps cover the repair.

Here’s what a VSC typically covers:

• Engine: Pistons, crankshafts, camshafts, oil pumps
• Transmission and drivetrain
• Electrical: (starters, alternators, ignition modules)
• Suspension, steering, brake hydraulics
• Air conditioning

At Legendary Car Protection, we built our coverage around collector realities. Coverage for  vehicles from 1930 to today, flexible terms, no long-term commitments, and a nationwide repair network. 

How to Protect Your Classic Car Investment?

Insurance covers accidents. A VSC covers essentially everything else.

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You’ve invested in the car. Now invest in protection.

Currently offered for sale on AutoHunter is this 1956 Continental Mark II. Ford Motor Company created a new division for 1956—Continental, placed a notch above Lincoln—specifically for the revival of the Mark series, and it was priced several thousand dollars over typical Lincoln offerings. This one has received mild customization, mainly seen in the exterior paint and interior. Power comes from a 365ci “Y-block” V8 paired with a three-speed Turbo-Drive automatic transmission. Features include power windows, power front disc brakes, air conditioning, power seat, aftermarket stereo, and more. Painted in two-tone silver and gray metallic over a gray and red leather interior, this ultra-luxury cruiser is offered by the selling dealer in California with upholstered tool bags and a clear title.

The silver and gray metallic paints were sourced from the 2020 Mercedes-Benz palette, the same year of the Mark’s restoration. The paint is complemented by red pinstriping. Other features include driver-side chrome mirror, Continental badge on the trunk lid, and chrome rocker trim. A set of 15-inch red-painted steel wheels are wrapped in 8.50 Coker Classic whitewall radials.

The cabin is furnished with gray and red leather, with the front bench being power-operated. Features include factory air conditioning, power steering, power windows, column-mounted transmission shifter, aftermarket AM/FM/auxiliary stereo nicely tucked away, and custom cup holders.

Instrumentation includes a 140-mph speedometer, 5,000-rpm tachometer, and gauges for the oil pressure, temperature, amperage, and fuel level. The odometer shows 73,563 miles, though the title reads mileage-exempt.

The 368ci V8 was rated at 285 horsepower, and features a rebuilt four-barrel carburetor and 10:1 compression. Shifting is handled by a rebuilt three-speed Turbo-Drive automatic transmission.

The undercarriage features power front disc brakes and a dual exhaust system. A new power brake booster and shock absorbers have been installed.

In 1956, the Continental Mark II was America’s most expensive production car at a cost of $10,000. Compare that with a Lincoln Premiere convertible, which started at around $4,747—that’s quite a big difference! The Mark II was America’s Rolls-Royce, if you will, a hand-built nod to the original Lincoln Continental.

The subject of our AutoHunter Spotlight has received several tasteful modifications that make the Mark appear less conservative, but make no mistake, this is still among the classiest cars of the decade. In order to bring 1950s haute couture to your driveway, you will have to place a bid before 12:00 p.m. (MST) on Friday, January 16, 2026.

Visit the AutoHunter listing for more information and a photo gallery

In 1992, Buick used the tagline, “The new symbol for quality in America.” From the compact Skylark to the flagship Park Avenue, Buick promoted each model for its value and luxury. One of the cars in the lineup was a distinctive coupe called the Riviera. The Pick of the Day is a nice example—it’s a 1992 Riviera listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Mission, Kansas.

“Beautiful Riviera in like-new condition,” the listing begins. The odometer shows just 58,003 miles, and the car looks well preserved for being almost 34 years old. Exterior features include two-tone paint, a hood ornament, a chrome waterfall-style grille, a sloping tail end, wire wheel covers, and whitewall tires.

From 1963 through 1978, the Riviera was rear-wheel-drive, but beginning in 1979, the car adopted the General Motors E-body platform and became front-wheel-drive. The media liked the car—in fact, Motor Trend named the 1979 Riviera its “Car of the Year.” Fast forwarding to 1986, the E-body coupes were revised (and downsized) once more. That generation—the Riviera’s 7th—would remain in production until 1993. (The “Riv” had just one more iteration and was discontinued entirely after 1999).

True to its luxury intentions, the Riviera’s cabin boasted a lot of innovation for its time; some models even had an advanced CRT touchscreen, known as the Graphic Control Center (GCC). It was was futuristic for the time, a predecessor of today’s modern infotainment systems. My friend Jason’s Buick Reatta—one of the cars in our caravan to RADwood 2025 in Los Angeles—had a similar setup.

One of the Buick full-line brochures from 1992 said, “By now you know the 1992 Riviera is a head-turner. Its sleek exterior is complemented by a luxurious interior that features amenities like a six-way power seat and automatic climate control as standard.” Buick also promoted that the car’s body used two-sided, rust-resistant steel panels that were galvanized with zinc inside and out, ensuring “lasting value.”

Under the hood of this low-mileage Riviera is a “3800” 3.8-liter V6 with Tuned Port Injection, rated at 170 horsepower. The seller says that the air conditioning compressor was replaced and uses R-143 refrigerant. The tires, though seven years old, reportedly have good tread remaining. “Great driving car,” summarizes the listing.

The original retail price of a 1992 Riviera was over $27,000—a strong sum for its time. The asking price for this low-mileage, original example is just $12,000 or best offer.

Click here to view this Pick of the Day on ClassicCars.com

Last November, Jeep kicked off its “Twelve 4 Twelve” celebration in the lead-up to its 85th anniversary. On the 12th of each month, it releases a new special-edition Wrangler. So far, we’ve brought you news of the 470-horsepower Wrangler Moab 392 and the winter-friendly Wrangler Whitecap. That brings us to the third of 12 scheduled drops: the 2026 Wrangler 85th Anniversary Edition.

There are certain telltale exterior signs that the limited-run 85th Anniversary Edition isn’t a regular JL Wrangler. Up front, there are bronze tow hooks. On the sides, you’ll see Blue Agave 85th anniversary badges and decals, body-color fender flares, and a set of Steel Oxide 17-inch wheels.

Inside, the 85th Anniversary Edition’s most distinctive feature is its gold, black, and white plaid cloth seat inserts—a nod to the Wrangler’s rugged, outdoorsy, adventurous nature. Those are accompanied by matching accents on the the instrument panel and mid bolster. Other signs of this model’s significance are its Berber floor and cargo mats, 85th anniversary shifter medallion, and 85th anniversary cup holder plaque.

Jeep bundles those special touches with standard features that include LED headlights, DRLs, and fog lamps; Gorilla Glass windshield; keyless entry; remote start; tinted windows; heated front seats; heated steering wheel; and Alpine audio. Optional equipment includes a black hardtop, body-color hardtop, and all-terrain tires (which are a no-cost upgrade).

According to Stellantis, you can order this piece of Jeep history right now. Prices start at $46,300—only $710 more than a Wrangler Sport S with the Convenience Group and Alpine audio. If you need more hauling space, you can also order the Gladiator 85th Anniversary model, which is priced from $45,820, an increase of $1,005 over a comparably equipped Sport S model.

Does anyone out there remember the Magic 8 Ball? It was a plastic sphere invented in 1946 that resembled a billiards ball, and it was used to answer yes/no questions for fortune-telling purposes. If you could ask a Magic 8 Ball about a specific model that might become a future collectible vehicle, what would that vehicle be? Below are five vehicles I will be discussing at the Future Collectible Symposium on January 21 at WestWorld during the upcoming Barrett-Jackson 2026 Scottsdale Auction. Our readers get a sneak peek!

Honda Integra Type R (DC5) – JDM Spec (pictured above)

It is hard for many of us to believe (or accept), but cars from the early 2000s are now officially becoming classics. One of them is a car that, up until now, has not been available stateside due to “25-year rule” federal import regulations. It’s the 2001-2006, Japanese-market Honda Integra Type R. This right-hand-drive sport-tuner came with a high-revving K20A iVTEC inline-four with 220 horsepower. In addition, it had strong balance and Recaro seats. For a raw, connected pocket-rocket, I think it’s a car to keep your eyes on.

Lexus LC500

The LC launched in 2018 and is still in production. It’s an elite grand tourer from Toyota’s luxury brand, and its price tag when new was around $100,000. The LC has held its value well, and I consider it a future collectible because we are in an era when “coupes” in general are being phased out in favor of crossover-type vehicles. Lexus has intentionally kept production numbers low (around 2,000-3,000 units per year), giving the car an exclusive feel – not to mention the fact that the cars are hand-built at the same factory that produced the LFA V10 supercar years ago. Attention to detail and build quality abound.

Ford F-150 Raptor R

The F-150 has been a best-seller for many decades, and the Raptor R takes the popular platform to new heights of performance. This is one “new” vehicle that I think you could put away in a vault and see appreciate in value in the coming years – but who would want to do that? It has a 5.2-liter Predator V8 that has been supercharged and produces 720 horsepower. Add in the off-road suspension, 13 inches of ground clearance, and 37-inch tires, and it’s a truck that will be begging to get dirty.

Chevrolet Tahoe & Suburban (GMT400)

This pick takes things back a few decades, but hear me out. We already know that the car collector community is driven by nostalgia. Many, many American families had GMT400-platform vehicles as their daily drivers. The Tahoe, Suburban, early Escalade, and GMC/Chevy pickup trucks from the 1980s-2000s are booming in popularity, and well-kept examples are getting tougher to find. The Suburban is an undisputed cultural icon – it’s the only vehicle that earned itself a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.9 Limited (ZJ)

Before all of today’s performance-focused SUVs and crossovers like the Tesla Model X, Porsche Cayenne, BMW X5, and Hemi-powered Durangos, one of the pioneering models for the segment was the Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.9 Limited. It was available for just one year (1998) and was reportedly the world’s fastest SUV at the time. There were only about 14,000 built, and today, surviving examples are sought after. It came with a 245-horsepower Magnum V8 and Quadra-Trac four-wheel drive – making it plenty capable both on- and off-road.

What are your thoughts on the vehicles I picked?

Tune in for more about the Future Collectible Symposium as part of our ongoing Barrett-Jackson coverage this week and next! In the meantime, browse the docket!