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Without doubt, the true joy of the
collector car world lies in the many
opportunities to meet so many
interesting people with a shared passion
- one rooted in great experiences and
adventures shared with family and
close friends. In the case of this very
special offering, part of the Mile-High
Collection, its depth and sheer diversity
are the product of a true enthusiast’s
heart and soul. For the owner of the
Mile-High Collection, that first “special”
car was the one that got away - a 1964
-1/2 Mustang owned by a reluctant
seller. After plenty of hard work in the
car-stereo and restaurant businesses,
innovation and success in craft brewing
eventually allowed the establishment
of this collection about a decade ago,
beginning with a succession of cars
bearing strong personal connections.
While the car collection and the owner’s
enthusiasm will surely continue, the
time is right to make room for new
additions, giving the Scottsdale 2022
bidders the opportunity to acquire many
choice examples of classic American
supercars, European sports and classic
cars, and even a selection of interesting
and influential cars that have only
recently and deservedly begun to enjoy
“collectible” status. Barrett-Jackson is
thrilled to present this collection at the
2022 Scottsdale auction, and while there
are dozens of cars in the collection, here
is a representative cross-section for you
to enjoy in advance.
Given the consignor’s love for the
Mustang, it’s only natural that the Mile-
High Collection would feature a strong
representation of Ford’s influential
pony car. Not one, but two, are special
“ARI” Cobra Jet 1970 Mustangs ordered
in late 1969 by American Raceways
Inc. and intended for pace car duties
OPPOSITE PAGE AND THIS PAGE TOP: 1970 “ARI” COBRA JET MUSTANGS. at the company’s tracks. That deal
ABOVE: 1970 MACH 1 EX-ARI “TWISTER SPECIAL,” 2008 MUSTANG “TWISTER SPECIAL” FASTBACK AND CONVERTIBLE. soon fell through, with 96 cars bought

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