By D. Brian Smith
WestWorld of Scottsdale became the epicenter of collector-car excitement from October 15–18, 2025, as Barrett-Jackson hosted its Fall 2025 Scottsdale Auction. The event delivered four days of high-energy bidding, celebrity sightings, and a cross-section of classic and modern performance icons—each crossing the block at no reserve, in pure Barrett-Jackson fashion.
The Character of the Fall Sale
Video: First Look -1963 Split-Window Corvette Sting Ray
Above and below: The 1963 Corvette Split-Window coupe restomod garnered the #9 spot in the Top 10 Sold for the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Fall Auction!
Unlike the massive January spectacle, the Fall edition is Barrett-Jackson’s “enthusiast’s auction”: more approachable, with a curated docket blending restomods, vintage muscle, and modern exotics. Attendance was strong, and the live energy matched anything seen earlier in the year.
What Set It Apart
- Pacing: A brisk four-day schedule kept the block active and bidders engaged from start to finish.
- Focus: More modern and drivable cars shared the spotlight with nostalgia-heavy classics.
- Atmosphere: WestWorld’s setup combined the auction block with sponsor showcases, thrill rides, and family attractions—making it a genuine car-culture festival.
Halo Headliner: The 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition No. 3
Above: Top seller (lot 1026) - 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition No. 3 - $742,500
Leading the sale was a 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition (Lot #1026) that hammered at $742,500, topping the event and reaffirming the enduring demand for analog supercars. Finished in Heritage Gulf Blue and Orange, it was one of just a handful produced and represented the pinnacle of early-2000s Ford performance.
The Top 10 Results (Official Barrett-Jackson Fall 2025 Scottsdale)
Below is the verified Top 10 Sales List from Barrett-Jackson’s official results release:
| Rank | Year | Vehicle | Lot # | Price (USD) |
| 1 | 2006 | Ford GT Heritage Edition No. 3 | 1026 | $742,500 |
| 2 | 2006 | Ford GT | 1056 | $660,000 |
| 3 | 2021 | Ford GT MK II | 1051 | $605,000 |
| 4 | 1976 | Ford Bronco Custom SUV | 1086 | $440,000 |
| 5 | 1968 | Ford Mustang “Eleanor” 25th Anniversary Edition | 1068 | $429,000 |
| 6 | 1972 | Ford Bronco Custom SUV | 1082 | $379,000 |
| 7 | 2025 | Porsche 911 Turbo S | 1045 | $341,000 |
| 8 | 2006 | Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1056.1 | $330,000 |
| 9 | 1963 | Chevrolet Corvette Custom Split-Window Coupe | 1063 | $330,000 |
| 10 | 1957 | Chevrolet Corvette Custom Convertible | 977 | $291,500 |
(Image and data courtesy of Barrett-Jackson, Oct. 2025)
What the Numbers Tell Us
1. Ford Dominance
Video: 1968 Ford Mustang Licensed Eleanor 25th Anniversary Limited Edition
Above and below: 1968 Ford Mustang "Eleanor" 25th Anniversary Edition - Position 5 (lot 1068)
Half of the top ten vehicles were Fords—spanning GTs, Broncos, and Mustangs. The modern Ford GTs, particularly the Heritage Edition, continue to be blue-chip collectibles thanks to their limited production and raw driving appeal.
2. Restomod Bronco Boom
Video:1976 Ford Bronco Restomod SUV
Above and below: 1976 Ford Bronco - 4th Place (lot 1086) - $440,000
Two custom Broncos (1976 and 1972) cracked the top six, further evidence that high-end restomod SUVs remain auction darlings. Quality builds with Coyote powerplants and modern suspension systems command premium bids when properly presented.
3. Modern Icons Hold Their Own
A 2025 Porsche 911 Turbo S sold for $341,000—signaling ongoing demand for modern performance cars with top-tier specs. Similarly, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren continues to gain collector recognition as a bridge between analog and digital eras.
4. American Classics Retain Gravity
Video: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette Restomod Convertible
Above and below: 1957 Corvette restomod muscled into the top 10 spot (lot 977) for the Barrett-Jackson Fall Scottsdale Auction, which begs the question - Where are the 100-point restored muscle cars?Restomods seem to be ruling the roost at these auto auctions.
The two Corvettes—one a ’63 Split-Window, the other a ’57 Convertible—rounded out the top ten, showing that craftsmanship in the restomod category is crucial in a field increasingly dominated by late-model exotics.
Broader Market Takeaways
| Segment | Trend | Analysis |
| Restomods | Rising | Builds emphasizing drivability, modern tech, and presentation are outperforming “original” survivors at equivalent price tiers. |
| Modern Collectibles (2000s–2020s) | Steady | Strong Ford GT and SLR McLaren sales highlight collector confidence in modern analogs. |
| Classic Muscle | Selective | Only the best-documented or licensed builds (like the Eleanor Mustang) are commanding top-tier results. |
| SUV/Truck Customs | Surging | Bronco and Blazer builds are now consistent six-figure auction fixtures. |
Video: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette 327/340-Horsepower V8 Split-Window Coupe - Matching Numbers Restored to Sublime
Above:C2 Corvettes are also great restored to stock - factory better than new, as is the case with the above pavement predator and show winner.
Conclusion
Barrett-Jackson’s Fall 2025 Scottsdale Auction underscored the ongoing vitality of the no-reserve model: when the cars are high-quality and presentation is strong, bidders show up ready to spend. The event confirmed:
- Ford’s continued dominance in both modern and vintage segments,
- Resto-mods’ golden era, and
- A vibrant market for usable performance classics heading into 2026.
With Ford GTs anchoring the leader board and Broncos proving unstoppable, Barrett-Jackson’s fall sale set the tone for the coming collector-car season—proof that enthusiasm for great cars remains as strong as ever.
