GOING GREEN: Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with Stunning Cars at Barrett-Jackson
March 13, 2025
Posted by Barrett-Jackson
2024 SCOTTSDALE FALL AUCTION – 1953 BUICK RIVIERA CUSTOM HARDTOP
One of the most iconic traditions of St. Patrick’s Day is the parade ‒ festive processions rolling down Main Street, USA, with cars draped in green carrying leprechauns and pots of gold as the unmistakable sound of bagpipes fills the air. It’s a day to honor Irish culture, heritage and Ireland’s beloved patron, Saint Patrick. At Barrett-Jackson, the celebration takes on a unique automotive twist. Instead of shamrocks and Celtic dancers, it’s a showcase of the most stunning green cars that have recently crossed the auction block.
2024 SCOTTSDALE FALL AUCTION – 1953 BUICK RIVIERA CUSTOM HARDTOP
Pictured above is a 1953 Buick Riviera custom hardtop powered by a 455ci 4-barrel V8 engine mated to a 3-speed automatic transmission. Has headers, dual exhaust, full custom-fabricated steel body, full custom interior and Vintiques reinforced heavy-duty wire wheels. Custom paint by Sinful Customs.
2025 SCOTTSDALE AUCTION – 1989 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA REIMAGINED BY SINGER
Powered by a 4.0-liter engine by Ed Pink and a 6-speed manual transmission. Has Öhlins suspension, Brembo brakes, Michelin PS4S tires, premium leather interior, custom green paint and 24-karat gold accents.
2024 PALM BEACH AUCTION – 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE
Minter-restored. Powered by 312/245hp V8 engine and 3-speed automatic transmission. In Seaspray Green over Creme leather with factory hardtop and Minter air conditioning package. Highest class score at Classic Thunderbird Club International Concours 2011.
2024 SCOTTSDALE FALL AUCTION – 2019 FORD MUSTANG BULLITT
Powered by a 480hp 5.0-liter DOCH direct-injection 8-cylinder engine producing 420 ft/lbs of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. Fitted with Brembo brakes and optional MagneRide.
2025 SCOTTSDALE AUCTION – 2006 AM GENERAL HUMVEE H1 CUSTOM ARMORED SUV
Powered by a 6.5-liter turbo-diesel engine backed by an automatic transmission.
2024 PALM BEACH AUCTION – 1933 PIERCE-ARROW TWELVE CONVERTIBLE SEDAN
Coachwork by LeBaron. Fully restored in the late ’90s by Pierce-Arrow historian Pat Craig. Powered by a 462ci L-head V12 engine with 175hp, paired with a 3-speed manual transmission. Features an ostrich-leather interior. French concours winner.
2024 SCOTTSDALE FALL AUCTION – 1932 CHEVROLET CUSTOM VICKY SEDAN
All-steel with over 150 body modifications. Powered by a 350ci Chevrolet engine with mild cam, 4-barrel carburetor and automatic transmission. From The Redding Family Collection.
**2025 SCOTTSDALE AUCTION – 1972 CHEVROLET K5 BLAZER CUSTOM SUV **Meticulously restored by JF Kustoms in British Columbia, Canada. Powered by a freshly rebuilt 6.0-liter LS V8 engine paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission. Features off-road enhancements.
**2024 PALM BEACH AUCTION – 1953 FORD F-100 CUSTOM PICKUP **Powered by a rebuilt 400ci V8 mated to an automatic transmission. Updated interior features leather bucket seats, headliner and door panels to match.
2024 SCOTTSDALE FALL AUCTION – 2023 DODGE CHALLENGER R/T 392 SCAT PACK LAST CALL SWINGER SPECIAL EDITION
Powered by a 6.4-liter HEMI V8 engine producing 485hp and 475 ft/lbs of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.
2025 SCOTTSDALE AUCTION – 1969 PONTIAC FIREBIRD CUSTOM COUPE
Resto-Mod/Pro-Touring BBT Fabrications build. Won 2023 Barrett-Jackson Cup, Ultimate Best in Show, 2022 Goodguys PPG Street Machine of the Year, 2022 Shades of the Past Street Machine of the Year, and ECTA 1-Mile and 2K class record-holder.
2024 SCOTTSDALE FALL AUCTION – 1967 SHELBY GT500
Powered by a 428ci engine paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission. Finished in Lime Green. Features air conditioning.
2025 SCOTTSDALE AUCTION – 1960 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CUSTOM COUPE
Dubbed “Envious”; build completed in 2024. Powered by a new supercharged Chevrolet Performance LS3 V8 engine and 4L80E automatic transmission. From the MS CLASSIC CARS Collection.
2024 PALM BEACH AUCTION – 1970 PLYMOUTH BARRACUDA CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE
Frame-off restoration. Powered by a 426ci HEMI engine with a 5-speed manual transmission.
2025 SCOTTSDALE AUCTION – 1975 FORD BRONCO CUSTOM SUV
Powered by a Ford Racing Coyote V8 engine mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Has disc brakes, Vintage Air, Classic Instrument gauges and a custom plaid Parchment leather interior.
2024 SCOTTSDALE FALL AUCTION – 1974 BMW 2002Tii
Powered by its original 2.0-liter M10 inline-4 engine and a 4-speed manual transmission. Has forged pistons, rebuilt Kugelfischer mechanical fuel injection and European bumper conversion. Restored by 2002 AD.
2025 SCOTTSDALE AUCTION – 1981 LAND ROVER SERIES 3 CUSTOM SUV
Ground-up complete restoration. Includes matching Series 3 88 camper/trailer.