A Newcomer’s Guide to the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction

Editorial StaffJanuary 11, 2025
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The automotive lifestyle event of the year returns to the Valley as Barrett-Jackson presents its 2025 Scottsdale Auction. The internationally televised auction sees thousands of the world’s most sought-after automobiles cross the block with no reserve. In addition to firsthand auction action and celebrity sightings, visitors can learn more about collector cars through Behind the Hobby symposiums, shop in the vast Exhibitor Marketplace, get a bite to eat from the dozens of on-site food vendors and much more.

Location: WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale

Dates: Saturday, January 18-Sunday, January 26, 2025

Cost: Single-day passes at the gate start at $30, all-week passes at the gate start at $107, with discounts for children, seniors, military and students. Luxury experience packages also available.

Info: 480-421-6694, barrett-jackson.com

There is plenty of public parking with shuttle service to and from the main gate – just follow directional signage along the route to WestWorld. Valet parking and a designated rideshare service drop-off are both located near the main entrance.

3 Must-Visits at the Auction

1. Barrett-Jackson Performance Track 

Experience an adrenaline rush alongside professional drivers in the latest vehicles from top automakers.

2. High-Cctane Auction Action

Don’t miss all the excitement in the auction arena as a collector car is sold every two to three minutes. 

3. Sponsor Pavilion & Exhibitor Marketplace 

Fun, family-friendly exhibits await at this area presented by corporate and community partners. 

Pro Tip: Check out the auction schedule and get to the arena early. Bleacher seating surrounding the auction arena is available on a first come, first served basis for general admission guests. 

5 BJAC Star Cars

Here are some of Barrett-Jackson Auction Company’s most sought-after automobiles on the auction block this year. 

Sammy Hagar’s 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari

One-of-one custom built and designed for Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar. Powered by a 6.3-liter V12 engine and electric motor for a combined 949hp and 664 ft./lbs. of torque. New high-voltage lithium-ion battery.

Saul “Canelo” Álvarez’s 2018 Bugatti Chiron

One-owner vehicle from the undisputed Super Middleweight boxing champion of the world. Has an 8.0-liter quad-turbocharged W16 engine producing 1,479hp mated to a seven-gear twin-clutch gearbox. 1,610 actual miles.

2022 Ferrari SF90 Stradale Assetto Fiorano 

Powered by a twin-turbo 3.9-liter engine and three electric motors for 986hp, with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Finished in Grigio Titanio Metallic over a Nero interior with Rosso piping. Comes equipped with more than $220,000 in Ferrari options, including carbon fiber.

1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429

Unrestored survivor powered by a matching-numbers Boss 429ci engine rated at 375hp, and matching numbers close-ratio four-speed manual transmission. Kar Kraft No. 1853. One of 857 built in 1969. Includes Elite Marti Report.

Part 1 of the David M. Ressler Collection

Includes an impressive set of six consecutive C4 Corvette ZR1 models from 1990 to 1995, amassed by a Montana auto dealer who passed away in 2017.

5 Places to Visit in or near Scottsdale

Musical Instrument Museum

Ranked as one of the best museums for families in the U.S., this musical Louvre encompasses 180,000 square feet of instruments from all over the world. Check website for events, classes and concerts. 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Phoenix, 480-478-6000, mim.org

Talking Stick Resort & Casino

Scottsdale’s version of a glitzy, 24/7 Vegas casino-resort. Make back your auction bids at blackjack, find big-name acts in the Grand Ballroom, dance the night away at Degree 270 club and feast on crab legs at the stellar buffet. 9800 E. Talking Stick Way, Scottsdale, 480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com

Talavera

Named a standout restaurant of 2018 by PHOENIX magazine, this Four Seasons Resort stalwart got a Latin-inspired refresh. Get Colombian pan de queso, Peruvian ahi tuna tiradito and a show-stopping bone-in ribeye. 10600 E. Crescent Moon Dr., Scottsdale, 480-513-5085, talaverarestaurant.com

The Vig McDowell Mountain

The local Vig chain is known for serving solid grub and clever cocktails in outside spaces that encourage lingering… and enjoying live music, vast patio seating and a cornhole field. It’s fun for the whole family! 10199 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale, 480-935-2949, thevig.us

State 48 Barrel & Lager House

The third outpost of the locally owned State 48 brewery features two levels and a large patio. Barrel-aged beers are brewed on-site while the full-service kitchen slings upscale gastropub food including veggie ramen, bone-in pork chops and fish po’ boys. YAM Circle, Hayden Road and Northsight Boulevard, Scottsdale, state48brewery.com