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VINTAGE: Barrett-Jackson Ups Ante In Vegas
Written by: SPEED Staff
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06/23/2009
Scottsdale, AZ
 
Barrett-Jackson has added a fourth day of bidding to its Las Vegas collector-car auction after the huge response to last year’s event, which was attended by 50,000 people with more than 500 cars sold at $29 million, the Scottsdale auction company announced Tuesday.

Carroll Shelby's first race car, a 1949 MGTC, was the highest-selling vehicle at Barrett-Jackson's first Las Vegas auction in 2008. (Photo: Barrett-Jackson) ยป More Photos
“Adding a fourth day to the auction is a testament to the celebration of the hobby, the resiliency of the collector-car market and the quality of bidders and consignors we attract,” said Craig Jackson, chairman/CEO of Barrett-Jackson Auction Company.

“The city is so dynamic, and attendance exceeded our expectations last year,” Jackson added. “We are incredibly impressed with the crowd and can’t wait to provide the most action-packed Las Vegas auction yet.”

The 2008 Las Vegas event experienced an influx of qualified new bidders – all 50 states as well as Mexico and Canada were represented – with more than 650 of the more than 1,200 bidders being first-time participants. The top-selling car was a 1949 MG TC race car – Carroll Shelby’s
first competitive racer – that went for $313,500, with the additional top seven cars selling for more than $200,000 each.

“The Las Vegas auction will feature top-tier, mid-range, and more-affordable vehicles,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “This mix will attract a broad range of collectors, as well as provide an exciting experience for all levels of car collectors and enthusiasts.”

In addition to the live auction taking place on the main stage, attendees can walk the floor to inspect all cars available for sale, enjoy exhibitors offering an array of merchandise and play the Barrett-Jackson slot machines for a chance to win a 2010 Camaro.

SPEED will provide live, high-definition TV coverage of all four auction days.

All necessary consignment forms, along with other valuable information on bidding, ticket sales, vendor listings, updated consigned car lists, catalog pre-sales, and group rates at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino that are available for booking are available at www.barrett-jackson.com.
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