Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction Press Conference Regarding Auctioning Of Michael Jackson's Consigned Bentley Automobile
January 20th (TODAY 7 p.m.)
WHO: Craig Jackson, president, Barrett-Jackson Auction Company
and Steve Davis, senior executive vice-president,
Barrett-Jackson Auction Company -- The 33rd Annual
Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction, The World's Greatest
Classic Car Auction.
WHAT: Announcement regarding embattled pop star Michael
Jackson's prized 2001 Bentley, scheduled to be auctioned
this week during the Barrett-Jackson Auction in
Scottsdale, Ariz. The custom-built, celebrity
autographed, Bentley Arnage Red Label Turbo luxury sedan,
was used during the making of the "What More Can I Give?"
music video, produced by Michael Jackson, featuring some
of the music world's top performers including Mariah
Carey, Luther Vandross and Celine Dion.
WHEN: TODAY -- 7 p.m., Tuesday, January 20th, 2004
WHERE: Auction Stage at WestWorld Event Facility, 16601 North
Pima Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260 (Pima Fwy./Loop 101 at
Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd.)
MEDIA CONTACT: PAUL X. LOUGHRAN (Martz Public Relations) 480- 650-4817
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Michael Jackson purchased and currently owns the beautifully customized 2001 Bentley with only approximately 13,631 original miles on the odometer. A magnificent combination of sporting performance and luxurious interior, this vehicle was upgraded to Michael's custom specifications featuring: two (2) DVD players (VCX and 1W); three (3) flat screen monitors; television reception; individual airplane style audio controls and viewing at each seat, including headphones; Playstation gaming system operational at each seat; Dolby surround sound custom stereo system with a six CD disc changer; complete customized interior with wood interior door panels, gearshift handle and rear folding seat back picnic tables; power rear seats; a voice navigational system; a built-in telephone, and complete blackout tint on windows.
The specially outfitted Bentley Arnage was used to chauffeur an all-star cast of world-class singers and musicians to Michael's Neverland Ranch for the recording of the "What More Can I Give?" The song, written and composed by Michael, attracted a celebrity-filled roster, many of whom autographed the interior roof of the car, including: Destiny's Child's Beyonce Knowles, Reba McEntire, Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter, Shawn Stockman from Boyz II Men, Tom Petty and many of the other participating recording artists, including Michael himself.
The 33rd Annual Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction will be held January 21st through January 25th, 2004 at WestWorld in Scottsdale, Arizona. The Barrett-Jackson Auction, presented by Dodge-Chrysler-Jeep, will be aired on the SPEED Channel Network live during prime time on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, 3020 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Tel. No: 480.421.6694 Fax: 480.421.6697 Website: www.barrett-jackson.com
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PRNewswire -- Jan. 20
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