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DREW’S GARAGE 1959 CADILLAC BEST AT THE SHOW BARRETTE JACKSON
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OWNER OF ROSCOE’S CHICKEN & WAFFLES AND OWNER OF DREWS GARAGE LOOK AT THEIR LATEST CREATION A RE MODLE 1959 CADILLAC
The 1959 Cadillac sitting in Roscoe’s Chicken & Waffle owner Herb Hutson garage is a long, blue, broad-fendered beauty. This Caddy is a Vintage Americana with tailfins. Of his car collection, it’s Herb’s favorite; as far as cars go, she’s the total package. His friends marvel at his showing his collection at this years Barrett Jackson car shows “I know that sounds crazy,” he says. “But I just love seeing the people eyes when they walk up.” There’s a long process between divining what accessory is just right and polishing a finished item. It’s a lot of watching Drew getting his hands dirty dismantling, repairing, finding replacement materials, sandblasting, painting and reassembling until it’s just right. While the hunt is fun and engaging, in the end it’s just my hobby.
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Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Barrett-Jackson, the world’s leading collector car auctions and automotive lifestyle events, specializes in providing products and services to astute classic and collector car owners and automotive enthusiasts around the world. The company produces The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions™ in Scottsdale, Ariz., Palm Beach, Fla., Reno Tahoe, Nev. and Las Vegas, Nev., where hundreds of the world’s most sought-after, unique and valuable automobiles cross the block in front of a global audience.
BARRETTJACKSON COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION COMES TO SCOTTSDALE
In 2014, Barrett-Jackson set several records, with 300,000 spectators in attendance, $113 million in sales and a top sale of $3.85 million for a 1967 Chevrolet Corvette L88 2-Door Coupe. This year, Barrett-Jackson is poised to topple more records. Ron Pratte, a businessman famous for his elaborate car collection, has selected the Scottsdale auction to sell that collection. This pristine collection includes Ca-
rroll Shelby’s personal vehicle – the only remaining 1966 Shelby Cobra Super Snake, which sold for a world record of $5.5 million. “This is arguably the most significant collection ever offered in Barrett-Jackson history,” said Craig Jackson, Chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. During your visit to Scottsdale, experience all the city has to offer from desert exploration and outdoor thrills to fabulous dining and shopping . Scottsdale is home to over 200 of the finest golf courses in the world, so be sure to pack your clubs. Don’t forget about the endless outdoor activities. Challenge yourself by hiking Camelback Mountain or soak in outdoor adventure with one of our world famous Jeep Tours. At night, take a trip to Downtown Scottsdale, the heart of the action for dining and nightlife.
ABOUT THE BOOK Jacob’s first day is a book about a six year old boy named Jacob Robinson. Jacob’s First Day: Sharing Is Caring is the first release in the Building Character book series. It is a story about a six year old boy named Jacob Robinson. The story highlights the importance of giving and sharing. While in kindergarten Jacob did not share with the other kids, but now he’s had a change of heart. On his first day of first grade, he was excited to share with everyone. The story takes place at D.C. Smith Elementary School where on his first day of class Jacob gave an apple to his teacher Mrs. Mc Donald. Jacob then shares a cubby space with Sue Lee Mitchell, a student in his class. Later in the story Jacob shares his lunch with Noah Alexander, a student in the lunchroom. Although Jacob is only six years old, he is learning to build character. This book is ideal for introducing character building blocks that will last a lifetime. Remember Jacob’s favorite mantra… sharing is caring! The story also features Jacob’s friends Penny Polk, Noah Alexander, and Sue Lee Mitchell, characters who appear in other stories by this author. To learn more visit JacobsFirstDay.com. The story also features Jacob’s friends Penny Polk, Noah Alexander, and Sue Lee Mitchell, characters who appear in other stories by this author. To learn more visit JacobsFirstDay.com. The Building Character book series will be available in digital format but is designed to be generational words of wisdom passed down through families and shared with others. Each individual book includes a signature page for readers to sign showing their commitment to building character. It’s never too early to plant a seed!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Ayanna Mitchell is a first time children’s book author. Raised in Southern, California, she currently resides in Phoenix, Arizona. Jacob’s First Day: Sharing Is Caring is the first release in the Building Character book series by this author. In 2013 she started her company Wow International…Words of Wisdom to use as a vehicle to encourage, highlight, and focus on the importance on life lessons and human kindness. In her spare time she volunteers with several local and non-profit organizations. Ayanna’s books are inspired by words of wisdom and the need for early introduction into the idea of sharing, gratitude, appreciation, and humility. Her books are intended as a tool to open dialogue and for planting seeds during a child’s early development. Ayanna Mitchell sees her work as a contribution to humanity and as a way to live her purpose driven life. For more information or to contact the author send an email to: EmailAyannaMitchell@gmail.com.
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THE MOST SOUGHT AFTER PHOTOGRAPHER
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AT THIS YEARS BARRETT JACKSON SHOW Marcus Ross AKA Blk Choppo was crowned Barrette Jackson top Photographer at this Year’s 2015 car show - the first time he has won the prestigious honor.
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Even as classic Ferraris, Porsches and Mercedes hit new highs, American muscle cars lagged behind the collectibles boom for most of the recovery. Now, however, they’re roaring back to life.
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ccording to Hagerty, a collectible car insurer, muscle cars are now back to their 2008 peak for the first time since the recession. The company’s “Muscle Car Index,” which tracks 15 of the top muscle car models, is up nearly 50 percent over the past year, with much of that growth coming in the second half of 2014.
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keep its strength will come in the coming days at auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona. Hagerty estimated that more than $285 million worth of cars will be sold there, up 15 percent from last year.
Barrett-Jackson for $225,500—well below some estimates that the car would fetch between $325,000 and $400,000.
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In 2015, Barrett-Jackson set several records, with 300,000 spectators in attendance, $113 million in sales and a top sale of $3.85 million for a 1967 Chevrolet Corvette L88 2-Door Coupe. This year, Barrett-Jackson is poised to topple more records. Ron Pratte, a businessman famous for his elaborate car collection, has selected the Scottsdale auction to sell that collection. This pristine collection includes Carroll Shelby’s personal vehicle – the only remaining 1966 Shelby Cobra Super Snake, which sold for a world record of $5.5 million. “This is arguably the most significant collection ever offered in Barrett-Jackson history,” said Craig Jackson, Chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson.
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MIA BROOMER, IS SHE THE “NEXT SUPER MODEL?”
WHO CAN FORGET STEVE URKEL’S BMW ISETTA Did I do that?”
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watched TV, that you’ve seen the show Family Matters. When I was growing up, I know my family sure did. Family Matters was an every Friday night affair. The whole cast and characters were great. But it was Steve Urkel who really made the show come alive. But how many of you remember Urkel’s car? Who could forget that crazy little BMW Isetta? Steve’s car was featured several times throughout the series. The car first appeared in episode 76, entitled “Driving Carl Crazy.” The episode starts with Steve being excited about getting a BMW. His uncle gave it to him as a bribe to keep him away. Steve is dying to learn how to drive to impress his wannabe girlfriend Laura. However no one will show him how to drive. Carl, Laura’s dad, reluctantly volunteers to teach Steve how to drive. All of this is going on while Carl is trying a new technique to lower his blood pressure. As with everything else that happens between Carl and Steve, it doesn’t end well. Carl’s blood pressure spikes as an overly-excited Steve backs through the garage door. The clip below
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