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Barrett-Jackson 2008: Neue Videos online!

tobiasth — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 08:14:11 +0000

SpeedTV hat neue Videos von der Barrett-Jackson Auktion in Scottsdale, Arizona, online gestellt. Zu sehen ist der Verkauf des 1969 Shelby GT500 und auch des 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Concept, welches für $1.76mio den Besitzer wechselte. Die Videos gibts nach dem Klick.

2009 Corvette ZR1

1969 Shelby GT500 Convertible

1969 Ford Mustang BOSS 429

1963 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Concept

1967 Shelby Cobra Roadster

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Barrett-Jackson 2008: Carroll Shelby’s 1969 GT500 Convertible

tobiasth — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 20:31:18 +0000

Für $675.000 ersteigerte sich Ron Pratte, Carroll Shelby’s persönlichen 1969 GT500 Convertible! Nach einer 5 Jahre lang dauernden Restauration, wurde dieser GT500 letztes Jahr in September 2007 fertiggestellt, Ron Pratte ersteigerte sich übrigens auch den GT500KR und letztes Jahr die Shelby Cobra SuperSnake (damals für unglaubliche $5.5mio!!!).

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2008 Barrett-Jackson: Erste Highlights und Videos Online

tobiasth — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 20:35:13 +0000

Am gestrigen Freitag war es soweit und die ersten Highlights, in Sachen American Muscle Car, kamen bei der Barrett-Jackson Auktion unter den Hammer. Darunter auch dieser 1971 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 welcher für $100.000 den Besitzer wechselte.

Auch dieser 1969 Mercury Cyclone GT wechselte für $135.000 den Besitzer. Das sind allerdings eher noch kleine Fische, denn erst am heutigen Samstag werden die großen Verkauft, wie zB. den 2008 Shelby GT500 KR, die 2009 Corvette ZR1, den 2008 Challenger SRT8 und nicht zu vergessen, den 1969 Shelby GT500 von Caroll Shelby himself.

1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Coupe

1971 Ford Torino Fastback

1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 Coupe

1969 Dodge SuperBee HEMI

1970 Dodge Challenger R/T HEMI Convertible

1966 Shelby Cobra SuperSnake

1967 Plymouth GTX HEMI

1969 Dodge SuperBee HEMI

1969 Plymouth Roadrunner Custom

1971 Plymouth Cuda HEMI

1969 Dodge Coronet R/T Convertible

1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 RS Costum

2005 Ford Mustang FR 500C Racecar

1971 Plymouth Cuda

1970 Plymouth Superbird

2006 Shelby GT-H Convertible

1970 Plymouth Superbird

1967 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 RS Coupe

1970 Plymouth Superbird

1971 Plymouth Cuda HEMI Custom

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2008 Barrett-Jackson: The Intimidator – 1969 Series 3 Chevrolet Camaro limited edition

tobiasth — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 19:20:27 +0000

Carlot mit der Nummer 1303, auf der derzeit stattfindenden Barret-Jackson Aktion, trägt ein 1969 Chevrolet Camaro limited edition. Dieser Camaro wurde zu Ehren vom Rennteam, Richard Childress Racing (RCR) und seiner Legende im NASCAR Sport, Dale Earnhardt Sr., gebaut. Dale Earnhardt Sr. trug dabei die Rennnummer 3 und deshalb hat sich das RCR zusammen mit der Total Performance Inc. herangemacht diesen 1969 Series 3 zu bauen. Von diesem Sondermodell werden 50 Stück gebaut und die Produktionsnummer #03 steht jetzt bei Barret-Jackson zum Verkauf. Die #03 trägt auch den Beinamen “The Intimidatorâ€!
Die RCR Series 3 Camaro kommen in 2 verschiedenen Varianten, einmal einem 525 PS starken, Aluminium, 427ci V8 Motor oder aber einem 603 PS getunten 427ci, welcher auch, mit der Nr.3 GM Goodwrench Chevrolet, von Earnhardt im Jahre 2000 beim Daytona 500 gefahren wurde. Die 603 PS Version steht zum Verkauf.

For 20+ years, Richard Childress has been part of NASCAR’s elite. As a team owner, he has won more than 175 races and 11 major NASCAR championships. As a young man, he scraped together enough money to build a racecar to compete throughout the Southeast, driving after work to race, then driving all night to make it back to work Monday. He drove the truck, welded the chassis, fabricated the bodies and hand-built the engines. He earned great success and legendary status as a team owner with his driver and great friend, the legendary Dale Earnhardt. Together, along with the Richard Childress Racing organization, they rewrote the history books and dominated the sport, creating a mystique and following second to none. Never before has Richard Childress opened his shop for a project like the 1969 RCR Series 3 Camaro. His personal involvement and the input of RCR’s engine builders, chassis specialists, engineers and fabricators ensure this car embodies RCR excellence. The inspiration for the RCR Series 3 Camaro, of which only 50 will be produced, comes from the No. 3 Chevrolet racecars made famous by RCR and Earnhardt. In fact, this RCR Series 3 Camaro is Serial No. 3. The car includes two engines: a 500+hp all aluminum 427 engine spec’ed out by RCR and built by Kieth Craft Motorsports and a NASCAR race-used SB2 powerhouse. With 603hp, the SB2 was built and tuned at the RCR engine shop and the block was in the No. 3 GM Goodwrench Chevrolet that Earnhardt raced in the 2000 Daytona 500. Richard Childress is about self-made success and associations with greatness, all the while staying true to his roots. The same can be said for the RCR Series 3 Camaro. Built by Brook Phillips at Total Performance, Inc. Dynacorn body. Mini tubbed 3 inner wheel housings. Composite/carbon fiber fascia, one-piece hood, rocker panels, spoiler, rear roll pan. Chassisworks’ FAB9 direct fit and fabricated 9″ housing. Housing is designed maintain axle-flange-to-axle-flange width of 59-3/4″. Internal axle tube gussets. 9″ third member S-Series complete, True Trac. 3.55 Rear Gear. Coilover shocks on all corners. Triangular 4-link rear suspension with canted upper bars, poly bushing style lower control arms. Bolt-in sub frame connector using the Chassisworks Street Machine bolt-in frame-clip. Baer brakes feature 13″x1.1 rotors and PBR two-piston calipers. Front: 2-piston aluminum calipers, 1-pc, 13″ diameter directionally ventilated rotors. Rear: 1-piston aluminum calipers aluminum calipers with-integral park mechanism, 13″ diameter directionally ventilated rotors. 5-speed, TREMEC transmission. HRE COMP 18″ 3-piece wheels. Titanium fasteners and aerospace grade 6061-T6 forged aluminum. Ididit tilt columns. Billet Specialties steering wheel. ProCar Elite Series seats. Custom billet trim and hardware. Vintage heat by Vintage Air.

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2008 Barrett-Jackson: #1 Ford Shelby GT500KR wird mit Glasdach ausgeliefert

tobiasth — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 09:38:44 +0000

Nachdem bekannt wurde das Ford den Shelby GT500KR, diesen Samstag bei der Barrett-Jackson Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona, mit der Produktionsnummer #0001 versteigern wird, hat Ford nun bestätigt das dieses erste Model mit der neuen Glasdachoption ausgeliefert wird. Neben dem GT500KR wird dort ja auch die erste Corvette ZR1 und auch der erste Dodge Challenger versteigert. Bei diesem GT500KR wurden extra die Shelby Rennstreifen in das Glasdach eingearbeitet. Dieses Glasdach macht den ohnehin schon raren GT500KR zu einem weiteren Unikat und ich bin schon gespannt auf wieviel der Preis in die Höhe schiessen wird. Wenn man bedenkt das der erste Shelby GT500 und Shelby GT Mustang vor 2 Jahren jeweils für $600.000 an den Mann gebracht wurden. Man sollte hier ebenso erwähnen, das Ford und Shelby die Einnahmen einem guten Zweck zukommen lassen und der Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation gestifftet werden.

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ONE-OF-A-KIND 2008 FORD SHELBY GT500KR DRIVES EXCITEMENT AT BARRETT-JACKSON AUCTION ON SATURDAY

* Ford and Shelby Automobiles to auction one-off Shelby GT500KR featuring a full glass roof to benefit Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
* Ford Racing and Patrick Dempsey to auction off his No. 156 Ford Mustang FR500C, which the star raced in the Grand-Am KONI Challenge series

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Jan. 17, 2008 – A one-of-a-kind 2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR will go on the block at this year’s Barrett-Jackson auction: the only “King of the Road” model to feature a full glass roof. Continuing a Ford and Shelby tradition of charitable giving, proceeds from the auction will benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF).

“Barrett-Jackson is an ideal venue to launch and sell Ford’s premier models,” said Robert Parker, Ford car marketing manager. “It’s the ultimate platform for selling the world’s most remarkable cars, and we’ve created a unique GT500KR just for the occasion.”

Barrett-Jackson will feature an unprecedented stable of muscle cars, led by a vintage Mustang from each year in which performance legend Carroll Shelby and Ford Motor Company produced the street-ripping 1960s classics. The highlight of the crop will be Mr. Shelby’s personal 1969 GT500 convertible, followed by a pristine 1967 GT500 originally gifted by Carroll to his son, Mike Shelby.

Muscle car enthusiasts are sure to tune in on SPEED TV this Saturday to watch Ford continue to lead the muscle car wars.

Shelby GT500KR with Glass Roof
The 540-horsepower Shelby GT500KR on the block at Barrett-Jackson is a unique rendition of the most powerful factory-built Mustang ever. Shelby GT500KR production began in Las Vegas on Jan. 11, Carroll Shelby’s 85th birthday. The one-of-one ebony black GT500KR up for auction will feature the same full glass roof that is being offered as an option on the 2009 V-6 Mustang and Mustang GT models only.

The glass roof provides a third roof option for customers and responds to their growing desire for more natural light. The glass is tinted, which reduces both infrared rays and vehicle cool down time by 50 percent. Production of large sunroofs has increased nearly 200 percent in North America since 2003, according to Just-autos.com.

While the Shelby GT500KR coupe features racing stripes over the roof, the unique glass roof on the auction model features stripes etched directly into the glass.

“Barrett-Jackson will be a rare opportunity for one lucky bidder to own a Shelby GT500KR with a glass roof, a car no one else can even buy,” said Carroll Shelby. “It’s been too long, but I’m very excited to have the ‘King of the Road’ back.”

“Only Ford Motor Company and Shelby American have sold more genuine Ford-powered Shelby vehicles than the Barrett-Jackson auction over the past 36 years,” said Craig Jackson, Chairman/CEO of the Barrett-Jackson Auction Co. “I’m proud that Ford and Carroll Shelby chose to sell a one-of-a-kind 2008 Shelby GT500KR coupe at our auction, where only the finest, authentic Shelby vehicles are offered to the public.”

Patrick Dempsey’s Ford Mustang FR500C on the Block Saturday
In another exciting development, Ford Racing and Patrick Dempsey, the star of ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy,” also will auction the actor’s No. 156 2005 Ford Mustang FR500C.

Dempsey drove the car in the 2007 Grand-Am KONI Challenge series for Hyper Sport Racing, a team he co-owns. Since its debut in 2005, the Mustang FR500C has earned seven poles, 10 wins, 92 top ten finishes and 25 podium appearances. Featuring a Ford Racing 5.0-liter Cammer R50 engine, it continues to be the road racing car of choice.

Dempsey will be on stage as bidders vie for this unique race Mustang. The winning bidder also will also receive a helmet, gloves, shoes, hero card and DVD box set of the third season of “Grey’s Anatomy” signed by Dempsey. In addition, the winner will enjoy a track day with Hyper Sport Racing and a day for two at the Ford Racing High Performance Driving School at Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele, UT.

Ford Exhibit Celebrates Speed
Building on a valued partnership, Ford plans to remain a key automotive sponsor of The Barrett-Jackson Auction series as a third venue is added in Las Vegas this October. As part of this sponsorship, Ford will bring interactive elements to Barrett-Jackson, including a drifting track, racing simulators and a dyno-simulated drag racing display.

This year, Ford will add a life-size Mustang collector’s display which showcases a ‘Steed for Every Need,’ along with a new “Built Ford Tough” tent that houses Ford’s feature vehicles. Consumers also can look forward to a few surprises. “We have found that experiential elements allow us to create a lot of memories for our current and future customers,” said Parker.

Ford, Barrett-Jackson and Shelby: $1.7 Million Raised for Charity
During the past three years, Ford and Carroll Shelby have raised more than $1.7 million dollars for charity. Last year, the first 2007 Shelby GT Mustang was auctioned off at a winning big of $600,000. In 2006, an early production 2007 Shelby GT500 also sold for $600,000.

About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles in 200 markets across six continents. With about 250,000 employees and about 100 plants worldwide, the company’s core and affiliated automotive brands include Ford, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lincoln, Mercury, Volvo and Mazda. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford’s products, please visit www.ford.com.

About JDRF
JDRF was founded in 1970 by the parents of children with type 1 diabetes – a disease that strikes children, adolescents, and adults suddenly, makes them insulin-dependent for life, and carries the constant threat of devastating complications. Since inception, JDRF has provided more than $1.16 billion to diabetes research worldwide. More than 85 percent of JDRF’s expenditures directly support research and research-related education. JDRF’s mission is constant: to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research. For more information please visit www.jdrf.org

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2008 Barrett-Jackson Auktion erster GT500KR, Corvette ZR1 und Challenger SRT8

tobiasth — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 14:08:46 +0000

Nur noch 11 Tage und 16 Stunden, dann lädt die Barrett-Jackson Auktion zu einem neuerlichen MuscleCar Krieg! Wie bereits in den vergangenen Jahren, wo für zich tausende Dollars – Hemi Cudas, Shelby Mustangs und Yenko Camaros – Raritäten versteigert wurden, wird es auch dieses Jahr wieder diverse Zuckerl geben. Diesmal sind 3 nagelneue Modelle zum Gebot, der neue Shelby Mustang GT500KR, die neue Corvette ZR1 und der neue Challenger SRT8! Das besondere daran, alle werden die Produktionsnummer #1 tragen! Mit garantierter Wertsteigerung in den nächsten 30 Jahren sollte man aber sicher über das nötige Kleingeld verfügen. Bereits am 11. Januar 2008 findet diese Auktion in Scottsdale AZ/USA statt. Der Erlös kommt übrigens einem guten Zweck zugute, er geht an die Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), The United Way, und an die notMYkid charity.

Lot #1300 – 2008 Shelby GT500 KR.

Lot #1316 – 2009 Corvette ZR1.

Lot #1331 – 2008 Challenger SRT8.

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