An incredible moment: A 2017 Shelby GT500 Super Snake from the personal collection of Barrett-Jackson President Steve Davis sells for $1 million to benefit Las Vegas first responders.

An incredible moment: A 2017 Shelby GT500 Super Snake (Lot #3004) from the personal collection of Barrett-Jackson President Steve Davis sells for $1 million to benefit Las Vegas first responders.

There are always incredible moments at a Barrett-Jackson auction. But today saw one of those moments that will be remembered as one of the biggest – and most emotional – in the nearly 50-year history of the company.

A bouquet of flowers on an empty chair in the front row of the bidder section to honor Thomas Day Jr., one of the 58 victims of the Las Vegas shooting and the son of a longtime Barrett-Jackson customer.

The tone was set early on when Las Vegas native and Army Reservist J.R. Phelps performed a stirring rendition of the National Anthem.

Not long after, the packed auction arena grew silent as a special video was played to honor and remember the victims of the terrible shooting tragedy that occurred in Las Vegas only weeks earlier. A bouquet of flowers lay on an empty chair in the front row of the bidder section, in remembrance of Thomas Day Jr., one of the 58 victims of the tragic event and the son of a longtime Barrett-Jackson customer. Las Vegas first responders gathered onstage as the Southern Nevada Combined Honor Guard reverently marched on, followed by a very special 2007 Shelby GT500 Super Snake (Lot #3004) from the personal collection of Barrett-Jackson President Steve Davis. Both Davis and Barrett-Jackson Chairman and CEO Craig Jackson spoke emotionally and passionately about what had transpired and thanked people for turning out for this first event at Mandalay Bay since the tragedy. Through tear-filled eyes, they explained how 100% of the money raised from the sale of the car would go to Las Vegas first responders through the Injured Police Officers Fund, and urged people to bid from the heart.

Lot #3005 – a 1972 Ford Maverick Custom Coupe – was a project of actor and car enthusiast Sung Kang from “Fast & Furious” fame, who led a team of students through its restoration and customization. The entire hammer price of $95,000 benefits the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund for students who wish to make a career in the automotive industry.

And they did. Bidding escalated quickly from $200,000 to $500,000, then $750,000 – with the crowd going wild as the bid reached $1 million and the hammer came down. The generous winning bidder was DC Solar, whose COO, Paulette Carpoff, said the company wanted first responders to know that it stands with them and is proud to help possible. (See highlights from this unforgettable moment in the recap video below.)

Two other “cars for a cause” crossed the block today. Built at the SEMA Garage, a 1972 Ford Maverick (Lot #3005) was the project of movie star, director and car enthusiast Sung Kang of “Fast & Furious” fame, who brought together a team of motivated automotive professionals and students to design and customize the car. The entire sale price of $95,000 will go to the SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund, helping students who wish to make a career in the automotive industry.

Built by Bill Jordan, the Cobra expert appearing on the world-renowned “South Beach Classics” TV show with Ted Vernon, this 1965 Shelby Cobra Re-creation (Lot #3006) sold for $150,000, 100% of which benefits Convoy of Hope to support ongoing relief and efforts to rebuild in Texas and Florida in the aftermath of hurricanes Harvey and Irma.

Lot #3006 – a 1965 Shelby Cobra Re-creation Roadster – hammered for $150,000 to benefit Convoy of Hope, to support ongoing relief and efforts to rebuild in Texas and Florida in the aftermath of hurricanes Harvey and Irma. The new build with less than 100 test miles was built by Bill Jordan, the Cobra expert who appeared on the world-renowned “South Beach Classics” TV show with Ted Vernon.

Barrett-Jackson’s Automobilia Auction started the action off early in the morning with 100 more authentic pieces of the past making their way across the block. The top seller was Lot #6387 at $23,000 – a stunning 1960s Everfrost soda fountain restored to the highest standards both cosmetically and to full functionality by McLaren Classic Restorations.

Nearly 200 fine collectible vehicles were on the Barrett-Jackson auction block today, resulting in six new world records at auction, including a 1997 Land Rover Defender (Lot #637) and a 2001 AM General Hummer H1 Wagon (Lot #701) – each selling for $128,700 – and a 1963 Lincoln Continental Convertible (Lot #663), which brought in $110,000. The top sellers of the day included a one-of-one Voodoo Blue 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder (Lot #750) that sold for $1,760,000, a 1971 Plymouth HEMI ’Cuda (Lot #751) that sold for $396,000 and a 1965 Porsche 356 Custom Convertible (Lot #765) that sold for $315,700.

A number of familiar faces were on hand to witness the memorable events of the auction, including Las Vegas icons Wayne Newton and Roy Horn (of Siegfried & Roy), Randy Meisner (founding member of the Eagles and Poco), lawyer Robert Shapiro, Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Marco Estrada and former MLB player Shane Victorino.

Barrett-Jackson is extremely grateful to all our sponsors, consignors, bidders and attendees who came out to support this event, and is honored to have played a part in the healing of the great city of Las Vegas. May we all remain #VegasStrong!

Please enjoy the video below highlighting the events of the 10th Annual Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas Auction, and a gallery of the activity on and around the auction block today.

Las Vegas native and Army Reservist J.R. Phelps performed a stirring rendition of the National Anthem, which set the tone for the day.

Lot #3004, the 2007 Shelby GT500 Super Snake, flanked onstange by the Southern Nevada Combined Honor Guard and Las Vegas first responders.

Lot #3004, the 2007 Shelby GT500 Super Snake, flanked onstage by the Southern Nevada Combined Honor Guard and Las Vegas first responders.

Las Vegas first responders couldn’t contain their excitement as the bidding rapidly increased.

The entire arena erupted in cheers when the hammer came down on $1 million for first responders.

Steve Davis and Craig Jackson with Lieutenant Alan Davidson, Nevada Highway Patrol and President of the Injured Police Officers Fund (IPOF), with other IPOF representatives and Las Vegas first responders.

Steve Davis and Craig Jackson with Lieutenant Alan Davidson, Nevada Highway Patrol and President of the Injured Police Officers Fund (IPOF), as well as other IPOF representatives and Las Vegas first responders.

After the incredible sale, the Davis family posed in front of the Super Snake they donated to help Las Vegas first responders.

LOT #750 – 2015 PORSCHE 918 SPYDER – $1,760,000

LOT #751 – 1971 PLYMOUTH HEMI ‘CUDA – $396,000

LOT #765 – 1965 PORSCHE 356 CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE – $315,700

LOT #755 – 2005 FORD GT – $280,500

LOT #735 – 2005 MERCEDES-BENZ SLR MCLAREN – $222,200

LOT #768 – 2008 PORSCHE 911 GT2 – $222,200

LOT #709 – 1959 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE – $220,200

LOT #738 – 1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE LS6 – $198,000

LOT #763 – 1997 LAMBORGHINI DIABLO VT ROADSTER – $198,000

LOT #770 – 1970 DODGE CHARGER CUSTOM COUPE “PUNISHMENT” – $176,000

Lot #701 – 2001 AM GENERAL HUMMER H1 WAGON – $128,700 (world record at auction)

Lot #764 – 1964 VOLKSWAGEN 21-WINDOW MICROBUS – $132,000 (world record at auction)

Lot #637 – 1997 LAND ROVER DEFENDER – $128,700 (world record at auction)

Lot #663 – 1963 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL CONVERTIBLE – $110,000 (world record at auction)

Lot #623 – 1979 FORD F-150 PICKUP – $33,000 (world record at auction)

Lot #625 – 1989 FORD BRONCO 4X4 – $40,700 (world record at auction)

Lot #6387 - 1960s Everfrost soda fountain restored to the highest standards both cosmetically and to full functionality by McLaren Classic Restorations - $23,000

The top-selling piece of automobilia for the day – and for the entire auction – was Lot #6387, a beautiful 1960s Everfrost soda fountain restored to the highest standards both cosmetically and to full functionality by McLaren Classic Restorations, which brought in $23,000.

Lot #6399 - Exceptional circa 1950s Coca-Cola Fountain-Lunch double-sided neon porcelain diner sign - $18,400

Lot #6399 – an exceptional circa 1950s Coca-Cola Fountain-Lunch double-sided neon porcelain diner sign – was one of the top sellers of the day at $18,400.

Lot #6381 - 1926 Boyle-Dayton visible gas pump restored and customized in Sinclair regalia by McLaren Classic Restorations - $18,975

Gas pumps did well during the entire event. Among the top five sellers on Saturday was Lot #6381 – a 1926 Boyle-Dayton visible gas pump restored and customized in Sinclair regalia by McLaren Classic Restorations, which sold for $18,975.

Ant Anstead and Mike Brewer of “Wheeler Dealers” (and “Barrett-Jackson Live”) were thrilled when the 1965 Austin-Healey 3000 Mark III BJ8 Convertible (Lot #645) they brought to the auction brought in $78,100.

Bidder assistant Camille Booker looks for another bid on Lot #636 – a 1956 Porsche Speedster Outlaw Re-creation covered with Swarovski crystals – that got a lot of attention during the event. It sold for $110,000.