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Barrett-Jackson Teams With Las Vegas and MGM Resorts International for Its Third Annual Las Vegas Auction

Barrett-Jackson Auction Company and MGM Resorts International are teaming up for the Third Annual Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas Auction for an incredible five-day celebration of cars, chrome and neon. The “REVVED” days will take place Wednesday, Sept. 22 through Sunday, Sept. 26, with featured events at all MGM Resorts International properties in Las Vegas including ARIA Resort & Casino at CityCenter, Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor, Excalibur, Circus Circus and Crystals at CityCenter.

“The Third Annual Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas automotive lifestyle event will be exclusive to Barrett-Jackson and only in Vegas can you get this once-in-a-lifetime experience,” said Craig Jackson, chairman/CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Las Vegas is one of the entertainment capitals of the world, and we are thrilled to kick-off our upcoming 40th anniversary celebration in 2011 here. Our partnership with MGM Resorts International this year for REVVED ratchets up the Barrett-Jackson experience with cars, fashion, entertainment and lifestyle events all with that Las Vegas flair.”

“We are delighted to welcome back the Barrett-Jackson automotive auction to Las Vegas,” said Cathy Tull, senior vice president of marketing at the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA). “Las Vegas is a world-class destination known for hosting special events like this one, giving car enthusiasts and all visitors one more reason to come to Las Vegas.”

The five-day REVVED extravaganza features automotive and lifestyle activities for tourists and locals, which include shopping excursions, a wine auction, car art exhibits, Barrett-Jackson-themed happy hours and a classic golf tournament that will all highlight the Barrett-Jackson automotive lifestyle week.

“We’re thrilled to welcome back the annual Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas auction,” said Bill Hornbuckle, chief marketing officer for MGM Resorts International. “No city does events better than Las Vegas, and this year, MGM Resorts has enhanced the experience with REVVED, a series of wonderful lifestyle activities throughout our resorts.”

The Barrett-Jackson automotive lifestyle week will start with its annual Cruise-In on Saturday, Sept. 18, followed by a week full of events including a Las Vegas Strip road rally on Wednesday, Sept. 22. Other REVVED events include spa indulgences, cooking events, fashion shows, gaming tournaments, liquor and cigar experiences, concerts, movies, to name a few all of it leading to the star attraction the Barrett-Jackson Auction. The three-day auction will commence Thursday, September 23 and culminate on Saturday, September 25 with the action airing live on SPEED TV from Mandalay Bay with many activities for people of all ages, including exhibitor and sponsor booths, the automobilia auction and much more.

“The Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas Auction is unique from the other three locations because it is right in the heart of Las Vegas, which adds to the glamour and excitement for which the Barrett-Jackson auction block is known,” added Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “We are looking forward to gearing up for this event and providing consignors, bidders and guests a chance to enjoy everything Las Vegas and Barrett-Jackson have to offer.”

For additional information on how to receive updates and have first access to special packages, including tickets to the Barrett-Jackson auction please visit, http://www.barrett-jackson.com/events/lasvegas/

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