MONSTER MASH: Halloween Highlights from the Barrett-Jackson Auction Block

October 29, 2024
Posted by Barrett-Jackson

1967 CADILLAC CUSTOM FUNERAL COACH “KARGOYLE”

Halloween is here! For car fans, it’s the perfect time to check out some monster trucks and spooky rides that have crossed Barrett-Jackson’s world-famous auction block. These vehicles aren’t your average cars ‒ they’re bold, over-the-top creations that fit right in with the season’s eerie vibes. Take a look at this gallery of spooktacular rides that have crossed the block over the years. Whether you’re into big, bold trucks or creepy, themed classics, these rides are ready to haunt this Halloween!

**1967 CADILLAC CUSTOM FUNERAL COACH “KARGOYLE” **Pictured above, this 1967 Cadillac custom funeral coach was originally built by Barris Kustom Industries for the 1980s movie “Gargoyles.” Has been featured in other movies and on television. Powered by a 427ci engine with an automatic transmission.

**1967 CHEVROLET CAMARO CUSTOM 4X4 “MONSTER TRUCK” **One-of-a-kind build by Richard Rawlings and Aaron Kaufman of Gas Monkey Garage and featured on an episode of the hit show “Fast N’ Loud.” Has a built 454 big-block V8 ending with massive 44-inch Michelin tires mounted on Fuel Maverick rims.

**1958 PLYMOUTH FURY “CHRISTINE” **Fully restored, this one-of-a-kind car starred in the horror film “Christine,” the Columbia Pictures film directed by John Carpenter, based on the book by Stephen King.

**1960 KAISER CARABELA HEARSE FUNERAL CAR **Powered by a rebuilt 226ci straight-6 engine paired with a manual transmission with column shift. Features wraparound back glass, a rear fold-down gate and an 89-inch sliding casket holder with rollers.

**1932 FORD CUSTOM 2-DOOR SEDAN **Dubbed the “Lil’ Coffin II” as a tribute to Dave Stuckey’s “Lil’ Coffin.” All steel, professionally built and powered by a 291cid DeSoto HEMI engine with six Stromberg 97 carburetors.

**1990 MERCEDES-BENZ 560SEL “NAGOYA” HEARSE **An authentic “Nagoya” Japanese Buddhist Temple Shrine hearse. The exterior is gilded with gold leaf, and the interior has a coffin slide-out and is as extraordinarily decorated and ornate as the exterior.

**1969 CHEVROLET G10 “MYSTERY MACHINE” RE-CREATION **Radically chopped van re-created as the “Mystery Machine” from the “Scooby Doo” cartoons. Comes complete with a “ghost finder” instrumental panel and multi-colored strobe lights.

**1981 TOYOTA CUSTOM MONSTER TRUCK **Powered by a 350/350hp V8 engine with an automatic transmission, power steering, brakes and air conditioning. Custom built for the 4-Wheeler Pro Show Tour.

**1995 MUNSTERS DRAGULA RE-CREATION **Fantastic re-creation of the famous “The Munsters” TV show Dragula coffin-car. Powered by a Chevrolet V8 engine with an automatic transmission and tricked-out with the details that made this car a fan favorite.

**1999 FORD F-250 CUSTOM PICKUP **Powered by a Ford Triton 6.8-liter V10 engine with a performance chip and camshaft for increased power. Has a MagnaFlow exhaust, K&N intake, 24-inch custom lift, 49-inch Super Swamper tires and train horn system. Custom-painted flames and airbrushed graphics.

**1926 FORD MODEL T CUSTOM C-CAB DELIVERY **One-of-a-kind custom known as “The Reaper’s Ride.” Hearse-style themed car with a blown 468 engine, organ pipes, 137-inch wheelbase and a cozy coffin interior.

1959 CADILLAC “GHOSTBUSTERS ECTOMOBILE” RE-CREATION Built from a 1959 Cadillac Superior hearse. Drivable and meant for the street, powered by a 390ci 8-cylinder V8 engine mated to an automatic transmission. Comes with props that include four Proton Packs, a stretcher rack and other ghost-catching equipment.

**1956 CADILLAC CUSTOM HEARSE **Finished in a beautiful Jet Black over a full custom red interior. The rear has been transformed to a limo – including a wraparound sofa, flat-screen TV, stereo and neon.

**2011 CHEVROLET CUSTOM HOT ROD HEARSE **Has a Chevrolet 350ci engine and a Turbo 400 transmission. No expense was spared in the making of this car, which runs and drives great and draws a large crowd everywhere it goes.