Boxing Great Brings Bugatti to Auction

By Staff Writer September 25, 2024
The Super Middleweight boxing champion of the world Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez’s 2018 Bugatti Chiron. The Super Middleweight boxing champion of the world Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez’s 2018 Bugatti Chiron.

Barrett-Jackson will roll out some of the world’s most desirable European supercars and exotic collectible vehicles across the block during the 2024 Scottsdale Fall Auction, presented by Gila River Resorts & Casinos, Oct. 10-13 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. Among the most sought-after will be the extremely rare, low-mileage 2018 Bugatti Chiron offered on behalf of the undisputed Super Middleweight boxing champion of the world, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez.

Sammy Hagar’s 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari.

Bidders will also have the chance to own Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar’s one-of-one custom 2015 Ferrari LaFerrari (that is set to cross the block on Saturday, Oct. 12. 

“We have an impressive group of stunning European late-model supercars lined up for this year’s Scottsdale Fall Auction,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Many look to European car manufacturers like Bugatti, Ferrari and Lamborghini for their refined approach to integrating sophisticated performance with luxury design. The supercars and exotics we consigned for our October auction are some of the best representations of the most revered marques. When you add celebrity ownership like Canelo Alvarez and Sammy Hagar to their provenance, these vehicles become even more desirable to collectors.”

William Shatner's Jaguar F-Type R. 

One of only 500 produced worldwide, the 2018 Bugatti Chiron was driven only 1,610 miles. It is powered by an 8.0-liter quad-turbocharged W16 engine producing 1,479 horsepower and capable of accelerating from 0-60 mph in less than 2.5 seconds, reaching a top speed of 261 mph. The Chiron is finished in Lake Blue, French Racing Blue and carbon fiber, and features Comfort seats and a leather/carbon interior option.

Legendary “Star Trek” actor William Shatner, is also bringing a European favorite to the fall auction, his 2016 Jaguar F-Type R convertible (Lot #348) with 8,025 miles on the odometer. Autographed by the actor, the all-wheel-drive convertible is finished in Polar White over a black interior with red leather. 

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