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Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale, heralded as the official kickoff to the auction year, saw unprecedented success with a record-breaking $207.6 million in Total Auction Sales, marking the highest in Company History.
The nine-day extravaganza commenced with a Rock the Block party featuring electrifying performances by Foreigner and Night Ranger. A highlight was the impromptu appearance of Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony, who joined Red Voodoo’s set to pay tribute to Eddie Van Halen on what would have been his 69th birthday.
Celebrity-owned vehicles stole the show, with stars like Nicolas Cage and Kris Jenner offering their prized possessions for auction. Among the top 10 most expensive cars sold were iconic classics like the 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing Coupe ($3,410,000), a 2018 Bugatti Chiron ($2,970,000), and a 1967 Custom Corvette Convertible ($1,100,000).
The auction boasted an impressive lineup, featuring 2,016 collectible vehicles, all sold
Pratt Miller Motors
The Rolex 24 Challenge
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Despite falling short of a podium finish, the Corvette Z06 GT3.R exhibited promise during the race. The Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports No. 3 and No. 4 cars led a combined 118 laps in the GTD Pro class out of the 773-lap race. Unfortunately, both Pratt Miller Corvettes encountered mechanical issues, with the No. 3 car suffering a cracked oil tank and the No. 4 car needing a replacement power steering pump.
The No. 3 Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports Z06 GT3.R spent 10 minutes in the garage, where mechanics worked diligently in the engine bay. Upon returning to the track, the car was eight laps behind the GTD PRO leader. Unfortunately, just before the 19th hour, its race came to an end. Similarly, the No.
The Pratt Miller Motorsports GT3R
The debut of the Pratt Miller Motorsports Corvette Z06 GT3R promises an impressive start, securing a spot within the top 10 in the highly competitive GT field for the IMSA Racing Weather Tech Sports Car Championship’s Rolex 24 At Daytona on Saturday.
During the Roar Before the 24 weekend, Antonio Garcia led the Corvette Racing effort for Pratt Millers in the No. 3, setting a noteworthy lap of 1:44.786 in the Corvette Z06 GT3.R during a red-flag-interrupted qualifying session. Teammate Tommy Milner in the No. 4 closely followed with a time of 1:45.215. The intensity of the class was evident as the first 10 GTDPRO cars were within a second in qualifying, showcasing the depth of competition.
Win a 1959 Corvette Restomodwith All the Good Stuff!
It’s the “Year of the 1974”
Explore the NCRS National Corvette Restorers Society 45th Florida Winter Regional Event held at the American Muscle Car Museum in Melbourne, Florida. This year is dedicated to the 1974 Corvette, celebrating its 50th anniversary with owners showcasing their incredible cars.
The Florida Regional NCRS Event is currently underway, offering a glimpse of 1974 Corvettes and vehicles from other years. Witness these cars being judged for Top-Flight awards and exhibited in the Sportsman Display.
For a limited time, the Museum Showroom will be accessible on Friday, January 19, from 4 pm to 7 pm, and Saturday, January 20, from 11 am to 3 pm. A $25 donation is required for an exclusive opportunity to view the American Muscle Car Museum Collection. However, all NCRS events
Totals 53,785 Units
In 2023, the Corvette had quite the remarkable year. As per the National Corvette Museum, the Detroit-based automaker rolled out an impressive 53,785 units of this iconic model, coming incredibly close to breaking the all-time production record. The 1979 C3 still holds the top spot with 53,807 units assembled.
Out of the 53,785 2023 C8’s produced, 47,372 were the base C8, while the Z06 contributed 6,413 to this year’s production count. Interestingly, Chevrolet outdid itself by producing more Corvettes than Camaros in 2023!
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