U.S. Money Reserve Joins Barrett-Jackson 47th Annual Scottsdale Auction as Official Sponsor, Features Rare McLaren P1 GTR

Scottsdale auction expects over 200,000 attendees during the highly televised, world-class automotive lifestyle event

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Jan 17, 2018, 04:04 ET

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Precious metals industry leader U.S. Money Reserve will be an official sponsor at a special event this week: the 47th Annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction for collectible car enthusiasts. The popular auction is held until this Sunday, January 21, at Westworld of Scottsdale in Arizona. Stationed in the main Salon, the U.S. Money Reserve team will not only be able to answer precious metals questions from attendees and discuss the benefits of owning gold, but the gold industry leader will also fittingly feature an extremely rare McLaren P1 GTR.

"We're excited to be an official sponsor of Barrett-Jackson this year because they are the leader in collectible car auctions and are known around the world for putting on incredible events," said John Rothans, Chief Numismatist at U.S. Money Reserve. "Similar to our customer base, Barrett-Jackson attracts a discerning collectibles audience."

Scottsdale auction attendees looking to learn more about U.S. Money Reserve offerings can visit the company's booth in the main Salon. Car collectors interested in viewing and learning about the one-of-a-kind McLaren P1 GTR are welcome. This vehicle's features are as follows:

VIN #0001
One of only 45 manufactured
Odometer reading: only 605 miles
Top speed of 225 mph, 0 to 60 in 2.4 seconds
Serious inquiries may contact Gary Bennett at 480-290-3019

The Scottsdale Auction acts as the premier auction organized by Barrett-Jackson, The World's Greatest Collector Car Auctions^®, and draws more than 200,000 spectators over the eight days of the highly televised event. Widely regarded as a barometer of the collector car industry, the Barrett-Jackson auctions have evolved over the years into world-class automotive lifestyle events where thousands of the world's most sought-after, unique and valuable automobiles cross the block in front of a global audience—in person and on live national and international television. Barrett-Jackson produces "The World's Greatest Collector Car Auctions," and U.S. Money Reserve will be an official sponsor at the auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; Mohegan Sun in Connecticut; and Las Vegas, Nevada.

"We are continuing to build a collector car event for Scottsdale that is more than just an auction; it is a celebration of the automotive lifestyle," said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. "We are building an exciting docket covering nearly 100 years of automotive history, with some of the rarest and most sought-after vehicles. Of course, what truly makes Barrett-Jackson the ultimate automotive lifestyle event is the wide, week-long range of incredible activities and exhibits for guests of all ages."

U.S. Money Reserve is a leading distributor of government-issued precious metals and the exclusive dealer of the successful 75th Anniversary Pearl Harbor coin series from Australia's Perth Mint.

For more information or to speak with U.S. Money Reserve leadership, please contact Christol Farris at 512-568-9991 or [email protected] or Lacy Jansson at [email protected] or visit www.usmoneyreserve.com.

About U.S. Money Reserve

U.S. Money Reserve is one of the nation's largest private distributors of U.S. government–issued gold, silver, and platinum products.

Founded in 2001, U.S. Money Reserve has grown into one of the world's largest private distributors of U.S. and foreign government–issued gold, silver and platinum legal-tender products. Hundreds of thousands of clients across the country rely on U.S. Money Reserve to diversify their assets with physical precious metals, primarily in the form of U.S. gold and silver coins.

U.S. Money Reserve's uniquely trained team includes coin research and numismatic professionals equipped with market knowledge to find products for precious metals buyers at every level. U.S. Money Reserve goes above the industry standard to provide superior customer service, with the goal of establishing a long-term relationship with each and every one of its customers. U.S. Money Reserve is based in Austin, Texas. Like them on Facebook, connect on LinkedIn, and follow on Twitter.

About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company

Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson, The World's Greatest Collector Car Auctions, is the leader in collector car and automotive lifestyle events, which include authentic automobilia auctions. The company produces auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; Mohegan Sun in Connecticut; and Las Vegas, Nevada. With broadcast partners Velocity and Discovery Channel, Barrett-Jackson will feature extensive live television coverage in 2018, including broadcasts in more than 100 countries internationally. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit barrett-jackson.com or call 480-421-6694.

Contact: Christol Farris
[email protected]
512-568-9991

Lacy Jansson
[email protected]
512-228-8563

SOURCE U.S. Money Reserve