January Barrett Jackson advice

JOZW30 · #1 11-19-2006, 07:30 PM

Hey,

My wife and I plan to be in and around Scottsdale the week of the Auctions. I'd like to just hang out for a day and check things out.

Not looking to buy a car, just experience things. What's the best day to just go check out some of the cars and take it all in?

Any other advice on where to go, where to stay would be great.

Thanks,

Joe

**Canuck** · #2 11-19-2006, 09:44 PM

Joe

I have been three times and uusually went to all the auctions.
If you are just looking at the cars,the afternoon of opening day (now Tuesday) will have all the cars in place,but the showcase tent may not be open to the public as they set up for the gala. As far as pure muscle is concerned take in Russo and Steel,Friday is preview day.

Lots of quality hotels in the surrounding area,Click on the Marriott site and they have about 6 locations within 2-3 miles of Westworld. If you choose the one on Scottsdale Road check out the Penske Museum and get to Sapporros for fabulous Sushi Get there for Happy hour,after that it fills up with the pretty people.

Almost forgot-Get to the Pavillions on Saturday Afternoon,the locals bring their rides-some with for sale signs.

Paul

**Bill Pritchard** · #3 11-20-2006, 05:29 AM

Good advice from Paul, especially if all you want to do is look at the cars. *But* if you're looking for the full "Barrett-Jackson experience" you need to go on Friday or Saturday (1/19 or 1/20). Way more crowded and more expensive to get in, for sure, but all the hype, excitement, and crowds is something you might want to try just once

**mockingbird812** · #4 11-20-2006, 08:16 AM

Be advised that you can go to the Pavillions as early as 0700 and see plenty of cars. Should be a full lot by 0930. Two years ago I showed at 0645 and almost missed a spot in the main parking area. A terrific opportunity not only for quantity muscle, but some unique gems too.

Also, don't forget Russo and Steele Auction, a tad further north of BJs off of the 101 at the Scottsdale Rd exit (you can see their tents from the 101 just to the south). They are expanding to 5 days (from 4) and have a higher percentage of muscle cars than BJ (my opinion)

JOZW30 · #5 11-21-2006, 02:39 AM

Thanks everyone! I really wanted to just get a flavor, can spend a full day, and don't need the most expensive one.

We are hoping to check out some local areas for real estate for future retirement. And works out well that I could at least get a day in at BJ.

Will definetely get the Pavillions too. Have heard about that place.......

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