The auto world is expanding in the collector-car space, too.

Barrett-Jackson recently hosted its inaugural Columbus Auction at the Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds. The event featured 550 collectible vehicles that generated more than $37 million in auction sales with 100% sell-through.

According to a news release, two vehicles sold for a combined $240,000 toward charities, bringing the total amount Barrett-Jackson has helped raise over the years to more than $172 million.

During the three-day auction, Barrett-Jackson also sold 255 pieces of authentic automobilia for more than $1.1 million, generating total auction sales of $38.1 million.

Barrett-Jackson leadership highlighted how the Columbus Auction resembled its Scottsdale Auction in positive ways.

“We chose Columbus as our newest destination because it’s a location where the passion for collector cars runs deep,” Barrett-Jackson chairman and CEO Craig Jackson said in the news release. “From the moment the doors opened, the Columbus Auction captured the exact same look, feel and energy as our iconic Scottsdale Auction. The incredible turnout by fans, bidders and consignors, and the remarkable sales over these three days, proved that the Buckeye State was revved up to make collector car history with us.

The top 10 vehicles sold during the Columbus Auction on June 25-27 included:

—2015 Porsche 918 Spyder (Lot No. 736) – $2,695,000

—2021 Ford GT ’66 Heritage Edition (Lot No. 731) – $1,100,000

—1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 (Lot No. 743) – $1,045,000

—2022 Ford GT (Lot No. 742) – $913,000

—2021 Ford GT Studio Collection Series Edition (Lot No. 737) – $863,500

—1967 Ford Mustang Eleanor Licensed 25th Anniversary Limited Edition (Lot No. 710) – $550,000

—2014 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta (Lot No. 725) – $423,500

—2021 Mercedes Benz AMG GT Black Series (Lot No. 726) – $418,000

—1967 Ford Mustang Eleanor Widebody Limited Edition (Lot No. 727) – $357,500

—1968 Ford Mustang Licensed Eleanor 25th Anniversary Limited Edition (Lot No. 738) – $327,800

Barrett-Jackson continued its tradition of giving back to the community with the sale of two charity vehicles.

That portion of the sale included the 2022 Ford Bronco (Lot No. 3001), built in collaboration with Heisman Trophy winner and NFL star quarterback Joe Burrow of the Cincinnati Bengals, that sold for $90,000, with 100% of the hammer price benefiting the Joe Burrow Foundation.

And Lot No. 3002, a custom 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Z71 pickup designed by Anduril Industries, sold for $150,000, with the entire sale price benefiting the Call of Duty Endowment.

In total, Barrett-Jackson helped raise $240,000 for charity in Columbus, bringing the total raised to date for worthy causes to more than $172 million.

Barrett-Jackson also offered 255 pieces of authentic automobilia, all selling with no reserve, that generated more than $1.1 million in total sales. Top automobilia items included:

—1920s Standard Gold Crown Fry Model No. 17 Mae West Visible Gas Pump (Lot No. 9178) – $138,000

—Late 1950s-Early ’60s Texaco Oil Porcelain Sign with Animated Neon (Lot No. 9196) – $44,850

—1928 Sinclair Oil Wayne Model No. 615 Gas Pump (Lot No. 9199) – $34,500

—1950s Chevron Dealer Porcelain with Animated Neon Sign (Lot No. 9192) – $28,750

Jackson closed his recap of the first foray into the Midwest by turning attention to what’s next on the company’s agenda.

“We wrote an exciting new chapter in our history, and we look forward to returning to Columbus’ incredible new facilities for our 2027 auction in Ohio,” Jackson said. “Now our focus shifts to the 2026 Las Vegas Auction this Sept. 10-12 in the West Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

“Driven by strong momentum from Scottsdale, Palm Beach and Columbus, the collector car market is thriving. Las Vegas is the perfect arena for consignors to put their vehicles in front of qualified bidders ready to purchase the car of their dreams,” he went on to say.

Barrett-Jackson is inviting consignments for the Las Vegas Auction, which will be held in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, walking distance from the host hotel, the Fontainebleau Las Vegas.

In addition, bidder registration is open, with three packages to choose from and upgrades for Muscle Lounge access and Hammer High Top packages.

Advance tickets are on sale now, with special pricing for seniors, military and first responders. Student tickets are $10 and children 12 years of age and younger automatically receive complimentary admission. Barrett-Jackson VIP Experiences and hospitality packages are available and offer elevated access.

For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 421-6694.