BONHAM'S AUCTIONS - JANUARY 24, 2024

The Bonhams Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona, held on January 25, 2024, concluded with a total sales figure of just over $12 million from 68 cars. This event marked the first automotive auction of the year for Bonhams at their customary location, the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa. Notably, more than 40% of the total sales revenue was contributed by a single car. Despite the reduced number of lots offered compared to previous years, the auctio​n featured a variety of interesting and unusual vehicles, including selections from the Maine Classic Car Museum and the late author Clive Cussler's collection of prewar cars. The oldest car sold during Arizona Auction Week, a 1907 Mitchell Model E Runabout, went for $33,600. The highest-selling vehicle was a 2022 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport, fetching $5.175 million, maintaining Bonhams' record for selling Scottsdale's most expensive car for the second consecutive year​​.

The auction still featured significant sales, including a 1936 Bugatti Type 57 Atalante Sunroof Coupe that sold for $1,380,000. However, several cars with estimates exceeding a million dollars did not sell, such as a 1931 Duesenberg Model J Convertible Sedan and a 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing​​. The auction highlighted the continued appeal and value of classic cars, with notable sales also including a 1970 Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Spider at $596,250 and a 1966 Aston Martin DB6 Sports Saloon at $268,800. These results showcase both the enduring interest in classic and historical vehicles and the specific tastes of collectors attending the Scottsdale auction​.

TOP 10 Sales at Bonham's Scottsdale:

01) 2022 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+: $5,175,000
02) 1936 Bugatti Type 57 Atalante sunroof coupe: $1,380,000
03) 1970 Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Spider: $596,250
04) 1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS: $431,250
05) 1936 Packard Twelve Coupe Roadster by Dietrich: $351,500
06) 1966 Aston Martin DB6 Sports Saloon: $268,800
07) 1965 Aston Martin DB6 Sports Saloon: $232,400
08) 1939 BMW 327/328 Sports Cabriolet: $206,080
09) 2010 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE:  $198,800
10) 1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL roadster: $184,800

    BARRETT-JACKSON AUCTIONS - JANUARY 2024

The Barrett-Jackson Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona, for 2024 was a monumental event, breaking records with over $207 million in sales. This remarkable total is the highest for any single auction in the company's history, marking a significant milestone. The event showcased an array of collectible vehicles, with 2,016 cars crossing the auction block, all offered at No Reserve, contributing to an impressive $200.9 million in sales. Additionally, 1,180 pieces of authentic automobilia were sold, adding another $6.7 million to the total. The top ten sales at the auction all fetched prices above a million dollars, with a 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing leading the pack at $3,410,000. This sale set a new model record for a non-alloy Gullwing. Other notable sales included a 2018 Bugatti Chiron at $2,970,000, a 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster at $2,420,000, and a 2005 Porsche Carrera GT at $1,870,000​​.

Beyond the top sales, the auction was filled with unique and significant vehicles. For instance, a 1994 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 sold for $57,200, showcasing the growing interest in 1990s pickups. A 1978 Ford Fairmont Futura, notable for being the 100,000,000th vehicle built by Ford, fetched $37,400. An unrestored 1987 Buick GNX with just 282 miles sold for $231,000, highlighting the allure of barn finds. Additionally, a meticulously restored 1957 Ford Thunderbird by Minter went for $220,000, emphasizing the value of high-quality restorations​​.

The event also made a significant impact through its charity auctions, raising $1 million across four vehicles. These sales included a 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 3LZ for $270,000 benefiting the Chip Miller Charitable Foundation for Amyloidosis Research and a 1968 Shelby GT350 Convertible Re-Creation for $100,000 supporting the Northeast Texas Community College Foundation, among others​​. Barrett-Jackson's Scottsdale Auction has firmly established itself not just as a premier automotive auction but also as a comprehensive lifestyle event, with concerts, galas, and various entertainment options for attendees. The success of this auction sets a high bar for future events and underscores the vibrant enthusiasm surrounding the collector car hobby​.

TOP 10 Sales at Barrett-Jackson Auctions Scottsdale:

01) 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing - $3,410,000
02) 2018 Bugatti Chiron - $2,970,000
03) 1937 Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster - $2,420,000
04) 2005 Porsche Carrera GT - $1,870,000
05) 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder - $1,787,500
06) 2012 Lexus LFA Nürburgring - $1,650,000
07) 2019 Ford GT - $1,375,000
08) 2017 Ferrari F12tdf - $1,347,500
09) 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Custom Convertible built by Jeff Hayes - $1,100,000
10) 1997 Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster, previously owned by Donald J. Trump - $1,100,000

1970 Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Spider: $596,250
1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS: $431,250
1936 Packard Twelve Coupe Roadster by Dietrich: $351,500
1966 Aston Martin DB6 Sports Saloon: $268,800
1965 Aston Martin DB6 Sports Saloon: $232,400
1939 BMW 327/328 Sports Cabriolet: $206,080
2010 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE:  $198,800
1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL roadster: $184,800