Brasher’s auctions across the country are reporting special sales events and at least one new hire, according to the latest update from ServNet.

First up, Brasher's Northwest Auto Auction has named Jeff Cavalier as sales manager, bringing more than 20 years of experience to the post. 

Mark Melton, auction general manager, says Cavalier will call on new-car dealers statewide and work closely with Brasher's Portland to build a strong UVA Booksheet sale in the Pacific Northwest. 

"We are thrilled to welcome Jeff to Brasher's Northwest Auto Auction," said Melton. "A longtime friend in the industry, Jeff’s skill and understanding of the market will prove an invaluable asset to our sales staff as they work to broaden our customer base and expand our service opportunities."

Cavalier formerly worked as a dealer service representative at Brasher's Sacramento, and managed new car franchises in the Medford/Ashland area of Oregon.

Brasher's Sacramento

Brasher's celebrated its 36th anniversary in Sacramento with a two-day event in March that saw more than 3,000 vehicles cross the block and more than 1,300 dealers in attendance.

Giveaways at the celebration of more than $50,000 in cash and prizes included a classic 1966 Ford Mustang. 

Among event highlights was the sale of a classic Pontiac TransAm, which included a jacket autographed by Burt Reynolds.

Brasher's Portland

Customers at Brasher’s Portland "broke the bank" on March 27 during an event that saw nearly 1,000 vehicles cross the block and resulted in a 65 percent sale.

Concluding the sale was the auction's annual Piggy Bank Smash, when 10 dealers drawn from the day's buys and sells each chose a bank containing various prizes and a the chance to win $10,000; Bobby's Auto Sales was the cash winner, but picked one box out of 100 for $500. Other winners included WFJ Auto, Thomas Auto Sales, McKenna Motors, The Dalles Auto Sales, 7 Rios, A & S, Five Star Auto Sales, and Vancouver Toyota.

Auction general manager Jerry Hinton noted the auction's next promo sale is on May 29, celebrating the 21st  anniversary of Brasher's Portland.