The Barrett-Jackson auction house in Scottsdale has once again ignited bidder passions, managing to fetch high prices for its roster of collectible cars. Among the vehicles auctioned last Thursday, a standout was the sale of a "Ghostbusters Ectomobile" re-creation, which sold for a spooktacular $297,000, according to ABC15. This 1959 Cadillac Miller & Meteor transformation mirrors the iconic "Ecto-1" from the beloved 1984 film, complete with autographs from cast members Dan Aykroyd, Ernie Hudson, and William Atherton on the visor and dash.
Bringing also notable attention to the day, the auction of an "Ecto-1" was not the only vehicle turning heads. Sold at the event for $132,000 was a 1983 DeLorean DMC-12, re-created to emulate the time machine in "Back To The Future," as reported by the Phoenix Business Journal. Collectors and enthusiasts proved their willingness to open their wallets wide as all of the top vehicles sold that day exceeded the $100,000 mark, signaling robust interest and investment in collectible cars.
Adding a meaningful cause to the high-stakes bidding, the first charity car of Barrett-Jackson's 2025 auction—the 2021 Ford F-150 XLT Custom Pickup—was won with a bid of $150,000 by John and Betty Burkland. Underscoring philanthropy, the entirety of the hammer price was dedicated to the Progeria Research Foundation, which works to find a cure for the rare genetic condition progeria, as noted by the Phoenix Business Journal.
The auction's star-studded attendees included the likes of Reggie Jackson, a baseball legend, and Adam Ferrara, a renowned stand-up comedian and actor. Caught up in the auction fever, other high-profile cars and well-known guests are anticipated to grace the event on Friday and Saturday, rounding out Barrett-Jackson's calendar with anticipated fervor and enthusiasm for the exceptional automotive offerings.
