Variety and performance on tap at inaugural Barrett-Jackson New Orleans Auction

Barrett-Jackson is bringing a docket filled with a spectacular array of collectible vehicles for its inaugural New Orleans Auction, September 28-30, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. From mid-engine exotics like a 2005 Ford GT Hennessey 1000 to a 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS convertible from the golden era of American Muscle, the inaugural New Orleans Auction will bookend another remarkable auction year for Barrett-Jackson.

“With hundreds of highly desirable collectible vehicles set to cross the block, our inaugural New Orleans Auction will be a historic celebration of the hobby,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Our docket is attracting an exceptional number of bidders and enthusiasts of all ages with highly coveted supercars, including a 2020 Lamborghini Huracan and some of the most popular American cars and trucks, like a custom 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split-Window, as well as a host of beautifully restored 1960s convertibles.”

Of note, Barrett-Jackson will auction a 1932 Chevrolet Woody custom wagon nicknamed “Honolulu Lulu” to support Samaritan’s Purse and their disaster relief efforts in Maui. Donated by American businessman and philanthropist George Shinn and his wife Megan, the vehicle will cross Barrett-Jackson’s auction block in New Orleans on Saturday, September 30 with one hundred percent of the hammer price going directly to the nonprofit Samaritan’s Purse and their relief efforts on the ground in Maui following the devastating August wildfires.

“We’re proud to once again work with George, Megan and Samaritan’s Purse to support those in need,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “We’ve had the privilege of working with them several times over the last two years and have raised more than $2.7 million for victims of tragedies and natural disasters all over the world. Our fellow Americans in Hawaii need our help now more than ever and we look forward to continuing to support the great work being done at the hands of Samaritan’s Purse during our inaugural New Orleans Auction later this month.”

The 1932 Chevrolet Woody custom wagon nicknamed “Honolulu Lulu” is powered by a small-block Chevrolet engine with a Turbo 350 transmission. Its custom wood interior features custom graphics of the car on each rear interior panel and the exterior features a Yellow Pearl finish along with a hidden trailer hitch concealed behind the license place. This hot rod also comes with a matching trailer named “Lil’ Lulu,” with the names depicted by graphics on the rear of each.

Other notable lots include:

1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 428 SCJ Drag Pak powered by its matching-numbers R-code 428ci Super Cobra Jet engine paired with a Toploader 4-speed transmission and Drag Pack with aftermarket added air conditioning. One of 34 Mach 1 428 Super Cobra Jet Drag Pack 4.30 Traction-Lok-axle cars built.

2005 Ford GT powered by a hand-built all-aluminum 5.4-liter DOHC MPFI supercharged V8 engine paired with a 6-speed manual transaxle. Brembo vented 4-piston disc brakes provide exceptional stopping power. Finished in Wimbledon White with Guardsman Blue stripes. Inside, there is a driver-focused cockpit featuring leather sport bucket seats with carbon-fiber structures, a leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic steering wheel and a polished aluminum shift knob.

More information about the auction, including access to the entire docket can be found HERE.