One-Off 1930 Duesenberg Model J to Be Sold at 36th Annual Barrett-Jackson Auction.SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- A one-off 1930 Duesenberg Model J, lot No. 1311, will be sold at No Reserve during the 36th Annual Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event from January 13-21, 2007, in Scottsdale, Ariz. Hailed as "The World's Greatest Collector Car Events[TM]," the auction will feature more than 1,100 of the world's finest World's Finest may refer to:
Introduced in December 1928, the Duesenberg Model J emerged from the Great Depression as a sign of reform and prosperity and was dubbed "the world's finest motor car." "Offering cars with this much history and appeal is what the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Event was founded upon," said Craig Jackson Craig Jackson may be:
The Model J to be auctioned is a one-off Arlington style, with a long wheelbase wheel·base n. The distance from the center of the front wheel to that of the rear wheel in a motor vehicle, usually expressed in inches. wheelbase Noun body by Derham. This classic's body, engine, frame and all components are original, and it runs and drives exceptionally well. The cream color exterior complements the smooth wood grain and brown carpet interior. "Tommy Crook Tommy Crook is an Oklahoman guitarist. Crook has performed on numerous stages across the country such as concerts, festivals, private functions and club venues. He played on several USO tours in Southeast Asia during the late 60’s and early 70’s. , the consigner con·sign v. con·signed, con·sign·ing, con·signs v.tr. 1. To give over to the care of another; entrust. 2. of the Model J, has offered some of the most beautiful pre-war classics in the world at Barrett-Jackson events," said Steve Davis For other people with this name, see . Steve Davis, OBE, (born August 22, 1957, Plumstead, London[3]) is an English professional snooker (and to a lesser extent pool) player. He won 6 Snooker world titles during the 1980s. , vice president of the Barrett-Jackson Auction Company. "Auctioned alongside vintage muscle cars, hot rods and other timeless classics, the Model J will stand out as an opportunity to own a legitimate piece of American automotive heritage." The beauty approaches the auction block with numerous awards under her hood. These include the 2004 Grand Classic award and National First Senior Badge from the Classic Car Club of America The Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) is an organization founded in 1952 to celebrate the grand automobiles of the prewar period. At the time, the vehicles covered by the Club were considered too modern to be of any interest by such organizations as the Antique Automobile and a National First Place Badge from the Antique Automobile Club of America. Following post-WWI recession, Fred Duesenberg teamed up with American transport pioneer Errett Lobban Cord Errett Lobban Cord, also known as E. L. Cord (20 July, 1894 - 2 January, 1974) was a leader in United States transport during the early and middle 20th century. Cord founded the Cord Corporation in 1929 as a holding company for over 150 companies he controlled, mostly in the and the Cord Corporation to create the Duesenberg Model J, the highlight of Cord's model lineup. Built not only to compete with Cadillac and Packard, the Model J equaled the style, comfort and performance of Rolls-Royce and Bugatti. It was introduced on December 1, 1928, at the New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of Auto Salon, and captured automotive headlines throughout the world. Duesenberg's stamp on the automotive world could not be ignored, as his line prompted the popular phrase, "she's a real Duesie." Barrett-Jackson continually reaffirms its leadership position in the collector car market by elevating consignment standards, breaking annual records and serving as the barometer for market trends. Last year, more than 300,000 attendees and millions of television viewers from around the world witnessed over 1,600 cars being auctioned off for approximately $135 million at the two 2006 Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Events held in Scottsdale and Palm Beach, Fla. About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Barrett-Jackson specializes in providing products and services to classic and collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts around the world. The company produces the "World's Greatest Collector Car Events[TM]" in Scottsdale and Palm Beach, Fla. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 421-6694. |
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