Has your spouse or significant other told you that you can make a connection between cars and anything, no matter how random or obscure it is? My wife has told me that more than once. I can’t help it because my head is so full of car trivia that sometimes it just flies out of my mouth when I have even the slightest opportunity to share it.
That’s why I’ve started a new weekly series called Car Connections here on The ClassicCars.com Journal. Every Saturday, I’ll have the Random Word Generator spit out 3-5 words, then I’ll link them to cars in some way—without using Google. I’ll just rely on the minutiae rattling around inside my brain. If the word is overtly car-related, I’ll take it out of the running and use a different one. Some of the connections will be simple and quick; others will be more labored and convoluted (but probably more fun to make and—I hope—follow).
For this first installment in the series, I’m going with three words: brown, revolution, and number. Let’s see what I can do with them.
Aston Martin DBS (Photo courtesy of Aston Martin)
Brown: UPS delivery truck. Done. (Or Aston Martin‘s former owner Sir David Brown, whose name led to the “DB” model name prefix still used today.)
2024 Hyundai Santa Fe (Photo courtesy of Hyundai)
Revolution: At first glance, I interpreted this in the sense of a cultural movement, not revs. A tachometer is too easy, so let’s try a different route: styling. The Porsche 911 has always had an evolutionary design because each generation has the same basic layout and an overall family resemblance. The Hyundai Santa Fe, however, went through a design revolution. Launched in the 2024 model year, the fifth-generation SUV tossed out its predecessor’s curves for a blockish design that brings the Land Rover Defender to mind.
McLaren F1 (Photo courtesy of McLaren)
Number: Several years ago, I read something about the McLaren F1 in which the writer said that everything associated with the BMW 12-powered ’90s icon was “telephone numbers.” That means if any repair needs to be done, the price for it will have a lot of numbers in it.
How would you associate these words with cars? Tell us in the Comments section below. And be sure to share your ideas for random words to use in a future installment of Car Connections.
The ML55 AMG is an important vehicle for Mercedes as it was the company’s first SUV to receive the AMG treatment. It is powered by the naturally aspirated M113 5.4-liter SOHC V8, one of the most reliable AMG engines ever. That develops 342 horsepower and 376 lb-ft of torque, which gave the 5,000-pound ML55 a respectable-for-the-era 0-60 mph time of 6.8 seconds and a top speed of 141 mph, making it the fastest SUV at the time – and the first truly sporty SUV. The ML55 AMG showed manufacturers such as BMW and Porsche that there was a market in the U.S. for performance SUVs. The rest is history. Now, several automakers build high-performance SUVs and sell them by the thousands, but Mercedes was the first. Today’s AutoHunter Spotlight is a 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG offered on AutoHunter by a Phoenix, Arizona seller.
The seller describes this ML55 AMG as being finished in black with a black leather interior. The vehicle has covered 93,000 miles from new and has not only been well cared for, but it has also received a number of upgrades that improve its already good off-road capabilities.
The exterior of this ML55 looks to be in excellent condition, with nice black paint and no issues to be seen. Being in Phoenix, it has not had to live with salt on the roads. Based on the condition, I am guessing that this car spent its off hours in a garage, otherwise the paint would not look this good. This ML rides on a set of factory 18-inch AMG Monoblock wheels clad with 275/70 Nitto Ridge Grappler tires.
The interior looks amazingly nice. The black leather appears to be in great condition as does the rest of the cabin. It includes WeatherTech mats as well as the original Mercedes carpeted mats. The only change from stock is the Pioneer replacement head unit that adds Bluetooth and SiriusXM radio.
Under the hood, the M113 V8 looks great. The engine compartment is clean and everything appears as if it was cared for and maintained. Recent service includes the replacement of the crank position sensor, A/C drier, A/C expansion valve, fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator, thermostat, water pump, valve cover seals, coolant reservoir, power steering pump, and power steering reservoir. In addition, this ML55 received a recent transfer case rebuild, a new transmission pan seal, and fresh brake pads and rotors.
Upgrades include Bilstein shocks, H&R one-inch spring spacers, and a MagnaFlow dual exhaust system.
This ML55 AMG has not only been extremely well cared for, but it also has some great upgrades. The stance on this Mercedes makes it look ready for both off-road fun and daily driving.
If this ML55 AMG looks as good to you as it does me, then act fast and bid on it right now. Don’t forget that when it was new, this Mercedes had a list price of over $65,000. You have an opportunity to get one of the original performance SUVs and the very first factory-built AMG SUV, so get in there and bid because the auction for this 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML55 AMG ends on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. (MST).
The first episode of the “Star Trek” sci-fi television series premiered on NBC on September 8, 1966—the same year our Pick of the Day was manufactured. This 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 convertible is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a private seller in Petaluma, California.
Did you know “Star Trek” was set in the Milky Way galaxy in about the year 2266? Without a crystal ball, we, of course, have no way of knowing what automotive designs will look like hundreds of years from now. But throughout the 1960s, there was an automotive pop-culture obsession with outer space, and Ford tried hard to sell its full-size Galaxie as a car of the future. In the earliest days of the model (dating back to 1959), the nameplate was used as a high-end trim level for the Fairlane. Within a year, a separate model under the Galaxie name had branched off. And, true to its name, the Galaxie had futuristic space-age lines, most noticeably at the rear, with its turbine-style taillights in most years.
The Galaxie was one of Ford’s most well-rounded models and, over the years, it could serve as a family car, luxurious vehicle, or performance machine depending on the body style and equipment. This California-kept convertible looks fresh for being nearly 60 years-old. Finished in burgundy paint, it features chrome bumpers, LED headlights, dual mirrors, and a black power-operated soft top. Footwork comes from a set of 15-inch Allied Wheel Components wheels wrapped in Toyo Extensa tires.
Performance-wise, this car has a few goodies worth mentioning. Under the hood is a 289ci V8 that has been bored to 302ci and upgraded with Ford Racing valve covers as well as an MSD ignition system. A column-shifted three-speed manual transmission sends power to the back wheels via a nine-inch rear end. A set of power brakes—including discs up front—add modern-day safety and convenience to the driving experience.
A lot of the marketing themes around the 1966 Galaxie 500 had to do with the car’s refinement. To that end, one advertisement talked about “Ford’s quiet quality.” The interior of this Galaxie 500 features its reportedly original Emberglo vinyl upholstery, and has been upgraded with some modern niceties. An aftermarket air conditioning system (with Bluetooth control) has been added, as well as a custom under-dash console that houses a JL Audio head unit. The sound system is connected to a trunk-mounted subwoofer.
“Star Trek” lasted for three seasons and 79 episodes, but the show’s legacy lives on. And just like there are still die-hard “Trekkies” today, there are devout Ford Galaxie fans out there. If you’re one of them, do yourself a favor and check this car out. The asking price is $25,000.
This custom Ford roadster was the subject of a four-year build carried out at Circle City Hot Rods in Orange, California, using a steel body and frame from a 1933 five-window coupe. Power comes from a ’57 325ci Red Ram Hemi V8 with Ross Racing forged pistons, an ISKY camshaft, an Offenhauser intake manifold, and triple Rochester carburetors, and the engine is backed by a TH350 three-speed automatic transmission and a 3.55 Currie 9” rear end. The car rides on a boxed frame with SO-CAL Speed Shop suspension components as well as a drilled 4”-drop front axle, a Vega steering box, Lincoln drum brakes, and 16” steel wheels. A ’40 dashboard and a Crestliner steering wheel were added to the cabin, and brown leather upholstery and square-weave carpets were stitched by Sean “Fat Lucky” Johnstun. Other highlights include lake-style headers, concealed door hinges, ‘37 taillights, and an interchangeable windscreen and hardtop. Acquired by the current owner in 2014 and driven ~18k miles since completion of the build, “The Circle City Roadster” is now offered by the seller on behalf of the owner with a clean California title listing the car as a 1933 Ford.
The roof was removed, the firewall was modified, and ‘37 taillights housings were recessed into the tail panel during the build, which was completed in 2012. Replacement skins for the trunk lid and doors were fabricated, and concealed hinges were added. The wheel wells were also hand-fabricated. The frame was boxed and painted to match the body in a custom shade of green using PPG products, and a chrome spreader bar was used out back.
A ’40 dashboard was blended into the door tops, and the cockpit surround was also hand-fabricated.
A hardtop with an integrated windshield and rear glass can be installed in place of the tilt-out windscreen. The car is not equipped with side windows.
The front end features a drilled and chromed 4”-drop front axle connected to SO-CAL Speed Shop batwings, hairpin radius rods, and a transverse leaf spring. Circle City custom-built the rear crossmember, and ladder bars, a Panhard bar, a transverse leaf spring, and tube shocks are used out back. A Vega steering box is linked to a cross-steer setup with a SO-CAL Speed Shop drag link, and braking is handled by Lincoln hydraulic drums with a dual-circuit master cylinder. The ’49 16” steel wheels have been powder-coated black and wear polished ‘40 hubcaps, while the Firestone pie-crust blackwalls measure 5.00” up front and 7.50” out back.
The cabin was trimmed in brown leather with tuck-and-roll inserts by Sean “Fat Lucky” Johnstun. Bound square-weave carpets line the floor, and color-coordinated lap belts are provided. Safety latches were added to the doors under current ownership.
The Crestliner-style steering wheel frames a 100-mph speedometer flanked by auxiliary gauges, while the shifter knob is wrapped in leather with laced French seams. The five-digit odometer shows 18k miles, approximately 11k of which have been added under current ownership.
The seller tells us that the ’57 325ci Dodge Red Ram Hemi V8 was rebuilt at Hollywood Hot Rods by Troy Ladd using Ross Racing forged pistons, Eagle rings, an ISKY solid-lifter camshaft, and a Hot Heads water pump, while the cylinder heads were overhauled by Bob McRae using stainless-steel valves and ISKY springs. Induction is through triple two-barrel Rochester carburetors mounted to a polished Offenhauser intake manifold. Lake-style headers were fabricated at Circle City by Jimmy White, and a spin-on oil filter housing has been added.
The TH350 three-speed automatic transmission was reportedly sourced from Steve Sharp Transmissions and has a TCI 2,500-rpm stall torque converter, a finned sump, and a cooler. It is linked to a Currie 9” rear end with 3.55:1 gearing.
The vehicle is titled as a 1933 Ford using the VIN 1175583, which appears on the identification plate shown above.
I made an interesting discovery this morning while checking the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum‘s events calendar: members of the Girl Scouts can go to the museum to earn their badges for Automotive Design.
Photo courtesy of the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
The Girls Scouts website shows there are six grade level-based tiers within the organization: Daisy (K-1), Brownie (2-3), Junior (4-5), Cadette (6-8), Senior (9-10), and Ambassador (11-12). All of them have a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) section on their Badge & Award Charts, but only the first three have a STEM category for Automotive Engineering. That umbrella covers badges for Automotive Engineering, Automotive Manufacturing, and Automotive Design.
Junior Automotive Design badge (Photo courtesy of Girl Scouts)
Requirements for the third one on that list get increasingly complex as girls transition from Daisy to Junior, which has five steps:
Explore mobility across time
Conduct automotive market research
Create your vehicle’s design criteria
Sketch a vehicle to meet your criteria
Sculpt and share your vehicle
Photo courtesy of the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
On Saturday, November 22, Daisy, Brownie, and Junior scouts can add the Automotive Design badge to their vests by attending the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum’s Mechanical Engineering: Car Design workshop. In the beautiful art deco building, which was once an Auburn showroom, they’ll “discover the place where some of the world’s most elegant and groundbreaking cars came to life” and “explore the history and innovation that shaped the automotive industry.” Prices are $18 for Girl Scouts and $3 for each adult chaperone. The registration fee also covers access to the museum as a whole, which will provide Girl Scouts in attendance even more of an automotive education.
If you’re wondering, Scouting America has its own car-themed Merit Badge for Automotive Maintenance, which goes over everything from basic fluids and dashboard lights to connecting jumper cables and properly disposing of used coolant.
Photo courtesy of the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
It’s nice to know that these programs exist for young girls and boys, and that venues such as the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum support them. Not only do the badge requirements teach children important skills, but they also engage kids with classic vehicles, potentially creating part of the next generation of car enthusiasts. The more I read about Scouting America, the more I want to involve my little guy Hayden once he’s old enough.
When it comes to muscle cars, 1970 is usually held as the peak year. There’s a small segment of the population that holds 1969 in highest regard, which is a valid counterpoint. But what if I submitted the idea that there was another year in the decade that was more significant for American automotive enthusiasts? As one who is familiar with a decade in which I did not live through, I respectfully submit 1964 as the greatest.
You don’t need to disguise your snickers—I don’t allow my feelings to be dictated by strangers—but you should hear me out.
Nineteen sixty-four was the year when everything converged. Glance at popular culture and you cannot ignore the Beatles as the band appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show in February of that year. It wasn’t just the Beatles that caught America’s fancy—a whole slew of bands tried to break into the American market, rendering the then-current crop of surf instrumentals and “girl groups” obsolete. This “British Invasion” spurred a batch of American kids to pick up instruments and learn to play, leading to innumerable bands that were formed in garages, some of which released 45s or even LPs as they matured.
For Detroit, Pontiac introduced the GTO for 1964. The months leading up to the GTO were difficult for the brand because General Motors had ended all direct and indirect support for racing activities on January 24, 1963. This was to comply with the Automobile Manufacturers Association ban on racing involvement. Pontiac, a success in NASCAR and drag racing, had built its reputation on performance, yet now it was not allowed to do the performing. Pontiac’s answer to this was to focus on street performance and, with this paradigm shift, founds its way through an engineering experiment with a Tempest—newly upsized into a full-fledged mid-size vehicle. The top engine was planned to be a 326 High Output (which put out a respectable 280 horsepower), but engineers dropped in a 389 from the big cars for $#!+$ and giggles. After a bit of fun, they knew they had to get Pontiac to build this car but, alas, GM had an edict that limited cubic-inches to 330ci for mid-size vehicles. What made the GTO a brilliant move was that it was promoted through the upstairs offices as a package, which did not arouse the same scrutiny of approval as an actual model with an engine that was not allowed. By the time someone figured out the ruse, Pontiac already had several thousand orders for the car.
The GTO gave enthusiasts a nifty package that would end up influencing the whole industry.
Culturally even more significant was the Ford Mustang, which was officially introduced on April 17, 1964. Though serially denigrated as a “secretary’s car,” the original Mustang was so much more: a car developed via market research—not unlike the Edsel—but with lessons learned. In a world where more households were buying a second car, the Mustang made sense; in a world where a large segment of the population was coming of age and ripe for driver’s licenses, the Mustang made sense; in a world where a new generation of youths was the largest generation in America, the Mustang made sense; in a world where more women were owning their own cars, the Mustang made sense. Sure, the Plymouth Barracuda debuted 16 days earlier, but it was not a marketing tour de force designed to capture the baby boom and other sociological elements—it merely was a fastback Valiant.
As you know, the Mustang captured the imagination of America, quickly becoming a phenomenon never seen in Detroit, and establishing a new class of American car.
Yes, but no
Nothing in culture is a coincidence—several facets converged at the same time, one after the other. There is a reason 1964 rings strong and, as a result, it makes for a more substantive argument than any for 1969 or 1970.
This 1938 Plymouth Coupe was built into a street rod more than two decades ago in Massachusetts, and it was acquired by the seller’s father-in-law in 2023. Power comes from a 350ci Chevrolet V8 linked to a TH350 three-speed automatic transmission and a 10-bolt rear end, and the car rides on a replacement chassis with an independent front suspension, a four-link rear setup, and Cragar 15” wheels. The body has been smoothed and modified with a recessed license plate box and front bumperettes, and the interior has been redone with gray tweed upholstery, engine-turned trim, a Lokar shifter, a Kenwood CD head unit, power windows, and Dolphin gauges. This custom Plymouth is now offered by the seller on behalf of the owner with build records, an owner’s manual, and a clean West Virginia title.
The fender seams and rear bumper mounting holes were filled during the build, and a recessed license plate box was added to the rear valance before a repaint in red. Front bumperettes and LED indicators were installed along with blue-dot headlights and taillights. Other details include tinted glass, running boards, dual exhaust outlets, and dual electric windshield wipers.
Cragar 15” wheels are wrapped in BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires. The body is said to be mounted to a frame sourced from a Chevrolet Monte Carlo with an independent front suspension, a four-link rear setup, and coil springs all around. The car is equipped with a manual steering rack, and braking is handled by power-assisted drums at all four corners.
The cabin is trimmed in gray tweed upholstery that extends to the dashboard, center console, and door panels as well as the molded headliner. Bound carpets line the floors, and an engine-turned panel accents the dashboard fascia. The front seats have folding armrests and three-point seatbelts, and rear jump seats are on either side of a storage compartment. Additional appointments include a Lokar shifter, air conditioning, a Kenwood CD head unit, and power windows. The seller notes that the air conditioning system does not blow cold.
The leather-wrapped steering wheel is mounted to a tilt column and sits ahead of Dolphin instrumentation consisting of a 140-mph speedometer, and 8k-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. The six-digit odometer shows 11k miles, approximately 100 of which have been added under current ownership. The seller notes that the gauges for fuel level and voltage do not work.
A fuel cell and a fire extinguisher are mounted in the trunk, which is trimmed to complement the cabin. The trunk lid struts need to be replaced.
The 350ci Chevrolet V8 is equipped with a Holley carburetor and Hi-Tek air cleaner. A diamond-plate firewall aluminum has been installed, and the aluminum radiator is cooled by an electric pusher fan.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a TH350 three-speed automatic transmission and a 10-bolt rear end.
The body number 90642190 is shown above. The car is titled using the VIN 10292441, which the seller is unable to locate on the car.
Photos taken at various stages of the build will accompany the car along with an owner’s manual and build records, which can be viewed in the gallery.
This 1928 Ford Model A Tudor sedan was built into a rat rod and owned by actor Ewan McGregor before it was acquired by the current owner in 2025. The chopped and channeled steel body is mounted on a customized frame, and it rides on red wire wheels with a suicide front end and a modified rear end with lever shocks, ladder bars, and transverse leaf springs. The distressed bodywork has matte paint and flourishes, and inside are bucket seats with black upholstery, lengthened shifter and steering columns, and aftermarket gauges. The car is powered by a Buick 401ci Nailhead V8 topped by a Holley carburetor and linked to an automatic transmission. This rat rod is now offered at no reserve by the seller on behalf of its owner with a clean California title.
The steel body has been chopped and channeled, and it has distressed matte paintwork accented by custom flourishes. There is no roof or side windows.
The body is mounted on a customized frame, and it rides on red wire wheels with a suicide front end and a modified rear end with lever shocks, ladder bars, and transverse leaf springs. Hydraulic drums have also been installed.
The Kirkey bucket seats were installed in October 2025. Custom details continue throughout the cabin, and the driver is provided a tall shifter with a Von Dutch-style shift knob and a lenthened steering column.
A trio of gauges are mounted in the cluster, though there is no speedometer or odometer. Total mileage is unknown.
The build uses a Buick 401ci Nailhead V8 topped by a Holley carburetor and equipped with lake-style headers. In October 2025, the oil was changed, the fuel filter was replaced, the carburtor was rebuilt, and a new battery and spark plugs were installed.
A GM automatic transmission was fitted, and a the driveshaft is covered by a mesh screen.
The car is titled as a 1928 Ford using VIN 234591.
Yesterday, my cubemate DerekShiekhi observed how several modern cars have handled two-toning, to mixed reviews. In a previous era, two-toning was more uniform and consistent.
An aged photo of a two-tone 1970 Pontiac GTO Judge (Photographer: Alvin Hedges)
As far as I can tell, two-toning picked up in popularity in the 1940s, with the greenhouse being painted a contrasting color. Not until the advent of postwar redesigns did two-toning become more widespread, with the roof being painted a different color. Using trim helped add even more contrast, with several brands (notably Packard in 1955) even offering three-tone schemes. But as the 1950s ended (like all decades, they bled into the next one), manufacturers reverted to just a contrasting roof. Glance at a 1963 Ford and it would not be unusual to see a contrasting roof—you’ve probably seen one with a white or black top countless times but never blinked. Of course, other contrasting colors were available.
To these eyes, it appears that two-toning began to be less and less popular as we entered the 1970s, which is also the decade that luxury (or pseudo-luxury) cars began to flaunt fancy two-tone paint schemes. The painted roof seemed so quaint by that time, but the 1970s was an era of excess style, the last moment we were footloose and fancy-free before America became more complicated and (dare I say) over-regulated.
When my mom was shopping for wagons and honed in on a 1979 Pontiac LeMans Safari (no doubt due to my influence after being exposed to the charms of Pontiac thanks to our neighbors, whose family owned a Pontiac dealership in Elmer, New Jersey), she certainly didn’t want the fake wood paneling of the Grand LeMans, and was disappointed she could not get the two-toning she had seen on a Grand Prix. Looking at a Pontiac brochure, I see that LeMans two-tone paint was option W50, though I cannot determine from this alone whether it was available on the wagon or if the salesman led us astray.
This 1937 Delahaye has coachwork from Figoni et Falaschi
Certainly, there are factory limitations to how paint can be applied to a mass-produced car, but paint is something that can be used as a styling instrument, much like headlight lighting today—witness the above Delahaye.
If you think classic cars don’t need a vinyl top to offer a contrasting roof, then you may dig the Two-Tone Muscle Cars (and more!) group on Facebook. While black or white tops seem to be most common, it can be exciting to see other color combinations that can’t be offered with the limited color availability of vinyl tops.
Barrett-Jackson is gearing up for another extraordinary collector car season in 2026 with the ultimate automotive lifestyle event, Jan. 17-25 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Enthusiasts from around the world will travel to Arizona to see over 1,800 collectible vehicles, including supercars, Resto-Mods, customs and classics cross the block with No Reserve, as well as enjoy hundreds of exhibitors, dozens of dining options, Thrill Rides and Dirt Rides with professional drivers from top manufacturers and unique VIP experiences. The Rock The Block kickoff concert, Barrett-Jackson Cup competition, STEMfest and Family Day are among the many featured events during the auction.
On Friday, Jan. 16, country music superstar Cole Swindell will perform live for the 3rd annual “Rock The Block” concert in the Auction Arena at WestWorld of Scottsdale. In addition, the opening act will feature multi-platinum singer-songwriter Chase Rice.
“There’s so much to be excited about as we gear up for our flagship Scottsdale Auction in January,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “We’re creating an immersive automotive lifestyle experience unlike anything in the world. We’ll start the event with our annual “Rock The Block” concert and keep the energy up throughout the week. We’re ready to kick off the 2026 collector car auction season this January and look forward to seeing everyone in Scottsdale.”
Not-to-be missed attractions that are part of admission to the Jan. 17-25 Scottsdale Auction include:
Coca Cola Family Day, Jan. 17 – All guests can get up-close looks at the auction vehicles on display before they cross the block and enjoy all the event has to offer before the automobilia items and collector car auctions begin in the following days.
STEMfest, presented by Honeywell, Jan. 17 – as part of Barrett-Jackson’s continuing commitment to STEM education, the festival will feature more than two dozen STEM exhibitors with interactive displays from Honeywell and other companies from around the Valley.
The Barrett-Jackson Cup competition – Jan. 17-24. With a $20,000 cash purse and other prizes, 50 world-class custom car builders from around the country will vie for the top slot: Ultimate Best In Show.
The Collector’s Club, Jan. 17-25 – Curated for the discerning collector, the Collectors Club hospitality pavilion offers an exclusive, elevated space where you can relax in comfort with ample seating and premium beverages. Open to the public, the Collectors Club is your go-to destination for an unforgettable auction-day experience.
The 2026 Scottsdale Auction will once again start the week off with the Opening Night Gala before the collector cars begin to roll across the auction block. It’s a chance for VIPs, consignors, bidders and special guests to relax, dine and dance the night away.
Daily at the nine-day event, guests can shop the vast Exhibitor Marketplace, presented by Swisstrax, take a Thrill Ride with Dodge and Toyota on the Barrett-Jackson Performance Track and experience an adrenaline-pumping off-road Dirt Ride with Toyota. Attendees can also enjoy the Midway patio, presented by Hilton Grand Vacations, take in live music performances from local favorites and enjoy a variety of indoor and outdoor dining offerings.
Barrett-Jackson VIP Experiences hospitality packages, from Quint Events, include Craig Jackson’s Skybox, Luxury Lounge and Staging Lanes. Each of these all-inclusive packages provide premium vantage points, hospitality access, exclusive extras, gourmet culinary offerings and premium beverages.
“Over the last 50 years Barrett-Jackson has earned the right to say that we are ‘The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions’,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “The contributions we’ve made to grow the collector car hobby is something we are all proud of. We’re planning an outstanding event for January – from an out-of-this-world docket and live entertainment to activities the whole family can enjoy. I hope everyone can join us in Scottsdale and share the pure passion we all have for this amazing hobby.”
2017 Ford GT – formerly owned by Tim Allen, with just 937 actual miles.
2023 Brabus 900 Rocket R – one of two legal for use in the U.S. and one of just 25 produced worldwide.
2005 Ford GTX1 – autographed by Carroll Shelby, Roger Penske, Henry Ford III, Edsel Ford, Dan Gurney, Mario Andretti, Michael Andretti and Tony Kanaan.
1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 – fully restored and powered by its matching-numbers 429ci/375hp V8 engine paired with its original 4-speed manual transmission.
1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda Convertible – powered by a date-code-correct 440ci Six-Barrel engine and one of 29 440ci Six-Barrel convertibles produced in 1970.
1971 Chevrolet Nova Custom Hardtop – featured on “Bitchin’ Rides” and has been shown at SEMA, Goodguys, the Boise Roadster Show and the Salt Lake Autorama.
Included with the nine cars that will be auctioned for charity during the 2026 Scottsdale Auction, Barrett-Jackson is once again teaming up with NASCAR Cup Series Champion Ryan Blaney – this time to offer a 2005 Ford GT benefiting the Ryan Blaney Family Foundation. The car was generously donated by a Ford and NASCAR enthusiast. Barrett-Jackson waives all fees and commissions on charity sales, ensuring that 100% of the hammer price goes directly to support the charity. To date, Barrett-Jackson has raised more than $164 million for charity.
Barrett-Jackson is now accepting consignments for the 2026 Scottsdale Auction. Those interested in being part of the auction may consign their collector vehicle here. Those interested in registering to bid may do so here. VIP Experiences hospitality packages are available here. Throughout the nine-day Scottsdale Auction, children age 12 and under enjoy complimentary admission with a paying adult. General admission tickets for students age 13 through college age are $10 and adult ticket prices start at $27 at the AXS online box office.
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