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Another Glance at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2023

If you’ve ever been to WestWorld, the location of Barrett-Jackson’s cirque de voiture in Scottsdale, you know it’s huuuuuuuge! And why not? The number of cars to be auctioned is higher than I’m able to count, and the sheer mass of cars means you’re bound to find something that moves you. So, what happens when you have the arduous task of picking three vehicles to highlight? It’s a quandary best handled by dwelling on little and simply running with three.

So, what has been curated for you, fellow auto enthusiasts?

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1953 Oldsmobile 98 Fiesta
In 1953, General Motors introduced a trio of fancy, semi-custom convertibles (Buick Roadmaster Skylark, Cadillac Series 62 Eldorado and Oldsmobile 98 Fiesta) to promote the corporation as style leaders in the industry. Beltlines were trimmed to create a lower look and, in the case of the Fiesta, the wraparound windshield would become an industry standard within several years. The Fiesta was almost twice as expensive as your run-of-the-mill 98 convertible, which was not a cheap automobile to begin with.

Only 458 Fiestas were built, the rarest of the trio. This example to be auctioned in Scottsdale next month was treated to a “comprehensive” restoration that includes attention to detail in the engine bay, interior, undercarriage and trunk. And since it’s a Fiesta, it’s loaded with every option standard except air conditioning. If there is one Oldsmobile that could be considered a chariot, this would be it.

1963 Dodge Dart GT
I’ve never been a Dart fan, but that’s because I’ve never been a compact car fan. However, I have evolved over time so, over the years, I’ve learned to appreciate certain Darts, especially considering Chrysler’s flirtation with turbines.

This 1963 Dodge Dart GT has been given the pro-touring treatment and, dare I say, its execution is successful to the nth degree. The A-body is painted in PPG Sage Green and wrapped in Fresh Spring vinyl for a stunning look depending on the light. Power comes from a 2005 5.7-liter Hemi V8 paired with a 545RFE five-speed automatic (a transmission most often associated with Jeeps and Dodge trucks). Out back, a Currie nine-inch rear and Detroit Truetrac differential lay down the horses via 3.50 gears. Underneath, you’ll find Billet Specialties 17- and 18-inch Apex-G wheels, Reilly MotorSports AlterKtion front suspension and four-wheel Wilwood disc brakes. The upgrades didn’t stop with the exterior, of course, as AutoMeter carbon-face gauges keep tabs on the Dart’s vitals, and Cadillac CTS-V buckets keep you poised and comfy.

1971 Camaro SS 396
There’s tons of Camaros to be auctioned at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale, but a large percentage of them are 1967-69 models. It’s not often that you find a stock big-block 1970-72 example, so this 1971 Camaro SS 396 is quite an unusual find. Of course, Chevrolet (along with all of GM) lowered compression in 1971, with the LS3 396 (actually measuring 402ci) putting out 300 gross horsepower (260 net), a 30-horse fall from 1970.

Only 1,533 Camaro SSs were built with the LS3 in 1971, plus this particular vehicle is painted Placer Gold, a new color for the model year that has become a favorite with collectors. This particular vehicle comes with the build sheet and original window sticker, and its restoration follows the factory build including rebuilt numbers-matching engine, M20 wide-ratio four-speed transmission, Quadrajet carburetor, alternator and rear differential. Documented by Jerry MacNeish’s Camaro Hi-Performance, Inc., this vehicle just may be the quintessential big-block Camaro for 1971.

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Ringbrothers Kills It at SEMA 2022

The SEMA Show is a-happening in Vegas at this very moment, and Ringbrothers have unveiled four chariots for the masses. The crowning achievement of the bunch is the Enyo 1948 super truck, a 1948 Chevrolet pickup that has been treated to 10,000 hours of craftsmanship and love. What is the result of their vision and labor? Read on!

First off, stop calling it a truck. While its origins may have been bouncing along the rural roads of Spring Green, for all we know, Enyo 1948 has been given a different mission — one that Ringbrothers characterizes as more of a pipe dream. In fact, they call it an anti-street rod, but there’s nothing anti about Enyo 1948 unless you’re anti-boredom, anti-performance or anti-art.

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“We have been quietly planning this build for years, imagining and reimagining how it would ultimately take shape,” says Jim Ring, Ringbrothers co-ringleader. “The end result is truly a super truck that brings together two vehicles that should never have met to deliver immense character combined with power and performance usually reserved for today’s most advanced racecars. We’re thrilled to finally be able to share Enyo with the world.”

The Chevy was narrowed and chopped by four inches, lengthened and wedge-cut as it metamorphosed into a new purpose. Ringbrothers’ machining facility helped to seamlessly integrate CAD-designed trim and parts (such as aero and 3K-weave carbon fiber bits, including a single-piece carbon-fiber belly pan) for a more cohesive form than previously seen. The body was then placed on a state-of-the-art chassis designed by Scott Ahlman of Ahlman Engineering. Leading-edge tech suspension design came in the form of a four-wheel cantilever-independent suspension with Ohlins shocks.

Power comes from a 510ci V8 marine racer built by Todd Goodwin. With Kinsler eight-stack injection and a Holley fuel management system, 1,000 horsepower is a reality. A hot rod … er, anti-hot rod worth its salt still needs to get its power to the pavement properly, so a Bowler Performance Corvette torque-tube 4L80 automatic transaxle is used — highly unusual for a pickup, but a no-brainer for the build.

Custom HRE Wheels based on Porsche 911 pin-drive wheels plus Brembo GTS M6 six-piston brakes complete the symphony of power and performance. A Nuke Performance air jack system makes street and track wheel swaps a snap.

“Ringbrothers is in new territory with four vehicle debuts at this year’s SEMA Show,” says the other Ringbrothers co-ringleader, Mike Ring. “But we are especially excited to share Enyo with the world as our most outrageous build yet. This long-term project really showcases our ability to explore new means of design, engineering and performance within an entirely new realm of challenges and production with our partners. The outcome speaks for itself.”

Check out the gallery below for more pictures of Enyo 1948, plus the Mustang, Camaro and K5 Blazer build that also were unveiled at SEMA.

Barrett-Jackson to Auction 2010 Callaway/Hendrick Edition Camaro SS To Benefit Operation Homefront

Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, will certainly auction a 25th Anniversary 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS Callaway/Hendrick Edition (Lot # 3000) for charity throughout the Houston Auction at NRG Center, October 20-22, 2022. One hundred percent of the hammer rate will profit Operation Homefront, a San Antonio-based nonprofit committed to helping armed forces households flourish in the communities they have worked so tough to protect. The limited-edition Camaro SS will go across the block on Friday, October 21, at roughly 4 p.m. CDT.