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Classic Cars on the Auction Block
Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event
What: In addition to its vast array of muscle cars, classics and hot rods, the
self-proclaimed “World’s Greatest Collector Car Event” hosts fashion shows, parties,
“automobilia,” and counts the rich and famous among its 250,000 attendees and
bidders.
When: January 11-18
Where: WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale
How much: $18 to $43 adult daily admission; $10 to $30 after 5 p.m.; $120 for
a weekly pass; discounts for seniors, students, military and children.
More info: 480-421-6694; barrett-jackson.com
Russo and Steele Collector Automobile Auction
What: Specializing in European sports cars, American
muscle cars, hot rods and customs presented in
an “auction-in-the-round” format, Russo and Steele
is a high-energy event that kicks off with a
charity preview gala benefiting Phoenix Children’s
Hospital.
When: January 14-18
Where: 18601 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (just
south of Loop 101 at Scottsdale Road and Mayo Boulevard)
How much: $20 general admission; AAA members get
a $5 discount when showing a membership card at
the gate
Contact: 602-252-2697; russoandsteele.com
RM’s Automobiles of Arizona
What: For the most discerning collectors, RM limits
its space to only 100 cars, but 2008 saw approximately
$30,000,000 in sales.
When: January 15-16
Where: Arizona Biltmore Resort, 2400 E. Missouri
Ave., Phoenix
How much: Must purchase official auction catalog
for $100; admits two
Contact: 800-211-4371; rmauctions.com
International Classic Auctions
What: Selling high-quality moderately-priced classic,
highline and muscle cars, the first auction of
the season has been at its 11-acre site in Gilbert
for five years.
When: January 10-12
Where: Diamond Ranch, 1265 S. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert
How much: $10; free for children 12 and younger
Contact: 480-899-2222; icaauctions.com
Gooding & Company
What: The newest auction on the block is a high-end
affair offering the rarest of collector cars.
The first two days are previews of the one-day
main event.
When: January 15-17
Where: Camelback Road and 68th Street, adjacent
to Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall
How much: $30; $75 catalog purchase admits two
Contact: 310-899-0930; goodingco.com
Silver Auction
What: Silver Auctions offers an alternative to
the high-rolling, fast-paced auction scene with
a reputation for selling affordable collector
cars in a low-key style.
When: January 16-19
Where: Fort McDowell Resort Casino, 10424 N. Fort
McDowell Rd., Fort McDowell (near Fountain Hills)
How much: $18; $25 for a four-day pass
Contact: 800-255-4485; silverauctions.com
Kruse International Scottsdale Collector Car Auction
What: Two stages of auction action in Phoenix (not
Scottsdale), featuring close to 200 automobiles.
When: January 22-25
Where: Arizona State Fairgrounds, 1826 W. McDowell
Rd., Phoenix
How much: $10; free for children 12 and younger
Contact: 800-968-4444; kruse.com
Kruse International Greater Tucson Collector Car
Auction
What: Kruse takes its show on the road to Tucson,
where more than 200 cars are expected to roll across
the auction block.
When: February 27-28
Where: Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church
Ave., Tucson
How much: $10
Contact: 800-968-4444; kruse.com
Photo © Pawal Litwinski, courtesy of Russo-Steele
