Barrett-Jackson 2025 celeb cars: Nicolas Cage, Lucille Ball

On January 17, 2025By Littum

While many car enthusiasts flock to the annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale car auction to see vintage, one-of-a-kind and new model cars, others go to catch a glimpse of some of the celebrity-owned vehicles up for auction.

The Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2025 auction will take place 18-26 January. The event kicks off on Friday, January 17 with a Rock the Block concert headlined by Sammy Hagar and Friends (Michael Anthony, Vic Johnson and Kenny Aronoff).

And no sweat if you can’t make it to WestWorld of Scottsdale in person. You have plenty of ways to catch all nine days of fun live on TV and streaming.

Here are some of the celebrities and one-of-a-kind vehicles you can see across the auction block at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2025.

Celebrity Cars at Barrett Jackson Scottsdale 2025

Here are the famous cars, motorcycles and custom golf carts at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale this year.

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar’s 1962 Ford Thunderbird restored to original specifications with its 290ci engine mated to an automatic transmission. Hagar remembers cruising with his Montrose bandmates in this car, making it a remarkable piece of rock history. Lot #1071.1. (Hagar’s one-of-a-kind 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari sold for a record $4.67 million in 2024.)
Actor Milo Ventimiglia’s 1967 Triumph Bonneville motorcycle purchased from its original owner and used to prepare for Ventimiglia’s 2020 Evel Knievel miniseries. The motorcycle is original with no modifications. Lot #153.2
Ventimiglia’s 2021 BMW R nineT motorcycle purchased to be ridden by his character Charlie in the ABC television series “The Company You Keep”. Aesthetic modifications include Oberon beam mirrors, Daedalus fender eliminator and Rizoma low profile front signals and exhaust. Lot #153.1
1970 Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda formerly owned by actor Nicolas Cage is powered by a matching 426-425hp HEMI engine and 4-speed transmission with a Super Track Pak Dana axle with 4.10 gears finished in Triple Black . Lot #1401.
Actress Lucille Ball’s personal custom-built golf cart. Lot #155.
Comedian and host of NBC’s The Tonight Show Johnny Carson’s 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC powered by a 5.5-liter V8 engine mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission finished in an Artic White exterior over an Anthracite leather interior. Lot #522.

Movie and TV Cars at Barrett Jackson Scottsdale 2025

Pop culture fanatics can see recreations of some of the most recognizable vehicles in movies and TV from Dr. Steward A. Berkowitz Collection. Here is a selection:

1962 Volkswagen Beetle “Herbie” recreation as seen in the 1969 film “The Love Bug”. Lot #140.1.
1989 Chevrolet Corvette “Speed Racer” recreation. A rendering of the “Mach 5” as seen in the “Speed Racer” television series that aired from 1967-1968. Lot #165.1.
1974 Ford Econoline “Mystery Machine” recreation as seen in “Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!” television series that aired from 1969-1976. Lot #168.
1968 Ford “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” recreation as seen in the 1968 movie “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” starring Dick Van Dyke. This vehicle has a brass plaque autographed by Van Dyke. Lot #168.1
1959 Cadillac Miller & Meteor “Ghostbusters” recreation of the Ectomobile (“Ecto-1”) used in the 1984 film. Lot #785.
1966 Ford Galaxie #3 “Batmobile” as seen in the “Batman” television series that aired from 1966-1968 and the 1966 film “Batman the Movie.” Lot #1414. Also for sale are recreations of the “Batcycle” (Loco #470) “Batgirl Cycle” (lot #470.1)“Batcopter” (Loco #471)“Batboat” (Loco #471.1) and “Jokermobile” (Loco #472).

To see the full list of Dr. The Steward A. Berkowitz Collection and all the cars on the schedule, visit barrett-jackson.com.

More of the coolest cars at Barrett Jackson Scottsdale 2025

We caught up with the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale team to see which cars they’re most excited to see on the auction block this year.

1987 Porsche 959 Komfort: One of 292 models made for its year, powered by the original 2.85-liter flat-6 engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Lot #1381.
1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing Coupe: One of 311 hand-built for its year, powered by an original fuel-injected 3.0-liter inline-6 engine and 4-speed manual transmission. In factory color combination of Graphite Gray over Light Grey. Lot #1406.
1989 Porsche 911 Carrera Reimagined by Singer: Reimagined date June 16, 2023, powered by a 4.0-liter engine by Ed Pink and 6-speed manual transmission. Features Öhlins suspension, Brembo brakes, Michelin PS4S tires, premium leather interior, custom green paint and 24-karat gold accents. Lot #1399.
2022 Lamborghini Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimate: One of 350 built, 220 mph performer with a 780 hp 6.5-liter V12 engine and ISR transmission, 4ED, 4-wheel steering, 4 active suspension. Lot #1383.
2014 Pagani Huayra: Powered by a twin-turbo V12 hypercar engine with 730 hp and active aerodynamics. Includes $180,000 Tempesta Package. One of 100 produced for its year. Lot #1385.
1965 Ford Mustang FIA GT350 Competition Continuation Model: Powered by a full cast iron 289ci engine with C6FE, a 4-barrel carburetor and a dual-point ignition system, mated to a BorgWarner aluminum 4-speed transmission. Lot #1395.
1970 Plymouth HEMI Superbird: One of only 135 produced for its year, powered by original matching numbers 426ci V8 engine mated to an upgraded 18-spline A833 HEMI 4-speed manual transmission. Lot #1355.
1977 Ford F-150 Custom Pickup “Hoonitruck”: Created by Ken Block and the Hoonigan team for the viral Gymkhana drift video series. Powered by a 914 hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine. Lot #1365.

What are the dates for Barrett-Jackson 2025?

The Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2025 auction runs Saturday-Sunday 18-26. January.

Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2025 location

The Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2025 car auction is at WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road.

How much are Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale tickets?

Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2025 tickets start at $19 for adults for one-day general admission.

Details: 480-421-6694, barrett-jackson.com.

Meredith G. White covers entertainment, arts and culture for The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com. She writes the latest news on video games, TV and the best things to do in metro Phoenix.