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through downtown Phoenix, and going to his race shop
to watch him and his friends work on their cars.
Brian took over management of Barrett-Jackson in the
early 1990s while our dad struggled with and then
passed away from colon cancer – the same disease that
would claim his own life at the all-too-young age of
49. I remember long conversations with Brian about
ways to enhance what we called the “Barrett-Jackson
experience.” My brother helped me solidify the vision
we had for the auctions in his last days – live television
broadcasts, multiple venues and, most importantly,
sharing the passion we have for cars with all those who
attend an auction.

Brian lived a great life that was far too short. I miss
him to this very day and am forever indebted to those
who stepped in at a very difficult time and helped me
keep Barrett-Jackson growing and evolving into what
it is today. Foremost among those is our company
president, Steve Davis, who knew Brian well and was
among the first to be by my side to ensure that we
carried on his legacy.
I am so very thankful to Steve, our many loyal
sponsors and the dedicated members of the Barrett-
Jackson extended family – especially our longtime
friend Don Williams – for standing by me and
honoring Brian’s memory while keeping his passion
for collector cars alive.

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From top right:
Brian and legendary American racing champion Phil Hill at Riverside Raceway with the
Chaparrals / Ralph Lauren and Brian / Brian and I with our 1967 Corvette / My
father Russ, Brian and I at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance / Don Williams and
Brian at Monterey / Brian with his 1965 Shelby GT350 on a vintage race day / Brian
and Phil Hill traveled to the Bugatti factory in France while on location for the filming of
the 1966 movie “Grand Prix” / Brian with his #3 Javelin and other favorites from his
collection / My family: Brian, my father Russ and my mother Nellie

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