“Supercharged Charity and Million-Dollar Moments: Barrett-Jackson 2025 Sets Records in Scottsdale”
The automotive world witnessed history during Barrett-Jackson’s electrifying “Super Saturday” at the 2025 Scottsdale Auction on January 25, where adrenaline and generosity combined to shatter records and raise millions for charity. Headlining the day was the auction of the first retail production 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, VIN 001, which sold for an astonishing $3.7 million. NASCAR team owner Rick Hendrick, devoted philanthropist and motorsport legend, secured the car, with 100% of its hammer price benefiting the American Red Cross—providing critical aid to wildfire and hurricane victims across the U.S.
Charity wasn’t the only thrilling element; the crowd erupted in applause for another humanitarian triumph. The custom 1962 Dodge Power Wagon, nicknamed “Project S.W.E.A.T.,” sold for $1.5 million, with every dollar aiding the mikeroweWORKS Foundation. Show host Mike Rowe of Dirty Jobs fame stood visibly moved as the hammer came down, honoring his commitment to supporting skilled trades through education and workforce development.
Brimming with jaw-dropping moments, the event also saw the sale of the 2023 Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster for $2.2 million, making it the top collector car purchase of the day. Joining the million-dollar club were icons such as a 2014 Pagani Huayra ($1.925M), DJ Marshmello’s striking 2020 Ford GT Liquid Carbon Special Edition ($1.76M), and the historical 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing Coupe ($1.402M).
Adding heartfelt emotion was a special VIP experience for 13-year-old Cameron, a car enthusiast battling cancer through Make-A-Wish Arizona. Cameron’s unforgettable day included banging the auction gavel and taking a joyride in a 1970 Plymouth HEMI Superbird, fulfilling a lifelong dream.
The scene wasn’t without star power, as appearances by four-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion Jeff Gordon, legendary designer Peter Brock, and automotive visionary Jesse James added glamor to the day’s success. Meanwhile, honoring craftsmanship, hot rod builders vied for the Barrett-Jackson Cup, where a stunning 1968 Dodge Charger by Classic Car Studio claimed the “Ultimate Best in Show” award, taking home $20,000 in the process.
From record-breaking car sales to the collectible Automobilia Auction showcasing vibrant treasures ― including a 1920s Texaco gas pump that fetched $78,200, enthusiasm never waned. Yet Barrett-Jackson’s Super Saturday wasn’t just about the cars but also the collective passion for making an impact that lasted beyond the evening. Records were shattered, with over $5.2 million raised for charity, and the excitement continues as the Scottsdale Auction wraps up on Sunday.
With so many extraordinary stories, cars, and moments packed into a single day, Barrett-Jackson 2025 set a resounding tone for the year ahead in the collector car world.
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