#CruisingPeachy Barrett-Jackson’s Inaugural Columbus Auction Fuels Passion for the Collector Car Hobby Across the Midwest With $38.1 Million in Total Auction Sales Highlighted by 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder for $2.695 Million

Barrett-Jackson (https://www.barrett-jackson.com/), The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, fueled the passion for the collector car hobby across the Midwest during the company’s inaugural Columbus Auction, June 25-27, 2026, at the Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds. The Columbus Auction featured a docket of 550 collectible vehicles that generated more than $37 million in vehicle auction sales with 100% sell-through. Two vehicles sold for a combined $240,000 to benefit charity, bringing the total amount Barrett-Jackson has helped raise over the years to more than $172 million. During the three-day auction, Barrett-Jackson also sold 255 pieces of authentic automobilia for more than $1.1 million, generating total auction sales of $38.1 million.

From the moment the doors opened, the Columbus Auction captured the exact same look, feel and energy as our iconic Scottsdale Auction.

Marking a major milestone, this expansion brought the historic Barrett-Jackson auction block to the Midwest for the first time. The event united generations of enthusiasts and highlighted the deep emotional connection within car culture. The 2026 Columbus Auction showcased a diverse lineup, including nostalgic Americana, record-setting muscle cars, and elite supercars and hypercars. By establishing a presence in Columbus, Barrett-Jackson celebrated the region's automotive heritage and provided local collectors with a premier stage to showcase their passion.

“We chose Columbus as our newest destination because it’s a location where the passion for collector cars runs deep,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “From the moment the doors opened, the Columbus Auction captured the exact same look, feel and energy as our iconic Scottsdale Auction. The incredible turnout by fans, bidders and consignors, and the remarkable sales over these three days, proved that the Buckeye State was revved up to make collector car history with us. Our diverse docket featured 550 collectible vehicles, with late-model supercars, original and professionally restored 1960s muscle cars, as well as custom trucks, commanding premium bids. Of course, the excitement peaked on Super Saturday with the $2.695 million sale of a 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder (Lot #736) and an original 1969 Boss 429 (Lot #743) that hammered in at $1.045 million — marking a new Boss 429 world auction record.”

The top 10 vehicles sold during the inaugural Columbus Auction include:2015 Porsche 918 Spyder (Lot #736) - $2,695,000

2021 Ford GT ’66 Heritage Edition (Lot #731) - $1,100,000

1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 (Lot #743) - $1,045,000

2022 Ford GT (Lot #742) - $913,000

2021 Ford GT Studio Collection Series Edition (Lot #737) - $863,500

1967 Ford Mustang Eleanor Licensed 25th Anniversary Limited Edition (Lot #710) - $550,000

2014 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta (Lot #725) - $423,500

2021 Mercedes Benz AMG GT Black Series (Lot #726) - $418,000

1967 Ford Mustang Eleanor Widebody Limited Edition (Lot #727) - $357,500

1968 Ford Mustang Licensed Eleanor 25th Anniversary Limited Edition (Lot #738) - $327,800

Barrett-Jackson continued its tradition of giving back to the community with the sale of two charity vehicles. On Friday, the 2022 Ford Bronco (Lot #3001), built in collaboration with Heisman Trophy winner and NFL star quarterback Joe Burrow of the Cincinnati Bengals, sold for $90,000, with 100% of the hammer price benefiting the Joe Burrow Foundation. Lot #3002, a custom 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Z71 pickup designed by Anduril Industries, sold for $150,000, with the entire sale price benefiting the Call of Duty Endowment. In total, Barrett-Jackson helped raise $240,000 for charity in Columbus, bringing the total raised to date for worthy causes to more than $172 million.

Barrett-Jackson also offered 255 pieces of authentic automobilia, all selling with No Reserve, that generated more than $1.1 million in total sales. Top automobilia items included:1920s Standard Gold Crown Fry Model No. 17 Mae West Visible Gas Pump (Lot #9178) - $138,000

Late 1950s-Early '60s Texaco Oil Porcelain Sign with Animated Neon (Lot #9196) - $44,850

1928 Sinclair Oil Wayne Model No. 615 Gas Pump (Lot #9199) - $34,500

1950s Chevron Dealer Porcelain with Animated Neon Sign (Lot #9192) - $28,750

“We wrote an exciting new chapter in our history last week, and we look forward to returning to Columbus’ incredible new facilities for our 2027 auction in Ohio,” said Jackson. “Now our focus shifts to the 2026 Las Vegas Auction this Sept. 10-12 in the West Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Driven by strong momentum from Scottsdale, Palm Beach and Columbus, the collector car market is thriving. Las Vegas is the perfect arena for consignors to put their vehicles in front of qualified bidders ready to purchase the car of their dreams.”

Barrett-Jackson is inviting consignments for the Sept. 10-12 Las Vegas Auction, which will be held in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, walking distance from the host hotel, the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. In addition, bidder registration is open, with three packages to choose from and upgrades for Muscle Lounge access and Hammer High Top packages. Advance tickets are on sale now, with special pricing for seniors, military and first responders. Student tickets are $10 and children 12 years of age and younger automatically receive complimentary admission. Barrett-Jackson VIP Experiences and hospitality packages are available and offer elevated access.

Download the Barrett-Jackson mobile app on your Apple or Android device to browse the auction vehicles and automobilia, save your favorites, find your way around the auction site and scroll through the event schedule.

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 auctions and automotive lifestyle events, which include authentic automobilia auctions and the sale of private collections. Welcoming hundreds of thousands of attendees per year, Barrett-Jackson hosts live collector car auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; Columbus, Ohio; and Las Vegas, Nevada, where thousands of the most sought-after, unique and valuable vehicles cross the block in front of a global audience. With broadcast partner A+E Networks, Barrett-Jackson features live television coverage of their events on FYI and HISTORY, as well as “All the Cars, All the Time” via their produced livestream on Barrett-Jackson.com. Also based in Scottsdale, the Barrett-Jackson Collection Showroom offers a rotating selection of premium vehicles that meet the high standards for which the company is known. Since 1971, Barrett-Jackson has helped raise over $172 million to support more than 200 local and national charities. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com, or call 480-421-6694.

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#WhomYouKnowTopTen by @ManhattanPeachy #PeachyDeegan #September2025

-in no certain order-

The Heisman

Isabey Parfums Since 1924

Cocktails at Ammos

McCartney at The Frist

Tapas at Alcala

Coterie

The NHL in the UK

25 Years of Gnocco

Macy's on 34th

Barrett Jackson

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#SportyPeachy AXIA TIME AND THE FAMED HEISMAN TROPHY WILL BE TOGETHER IN COLUMBUS AHEAD OF THE BIG TEXAS-OHIO STATE GAME

Peachy Deegan and Heisman Winner Doug Flutie doing the Heisman Pose in Front of Fulton at their shared alma mater: Boston College, where EVERYONE excels!

(Photo credit and idea: Mickey and Tracy Curley)

Fans can snap photos with the bronze statue and peruse Ohio State timepieces by AXIA TIME on Friday, Aug. 29, 2–4 PM at the Ohio State team store (North High Street).

The Heisman Trophy and its official time piece, AXIA TIME, will be together in Columbus, Ohio, next week as players, fans and media get ready for the highly anticipated matchup between Ohio State and Texas on Saturday, August 30.

"Columbus will be the center of the college football universe next weekend," said AXIA TIME founder John Kanaras. "We're excited to be there to help connect fans with this iconic trophy and celebrate the Buckeyes' remarkable 2024 championship."

Fans are invited to come to the Ohio State team store on North High Street on Friday, August 29, between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m., where they can take photos with the famous bronze statue and peruse AXIA TIME's exquisite watches commemorating the Buckeyes' 2024 playoff victory.

Fans are invited to come to the Ohio State team store on North High Street on Friday, August 29, between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m., where they can take photos with the famous bronze statue and peruse AXIA TIME's exquisite watches commemorating the Buckeyes' 2024 playoff victory.

In addition, playoff MVP Will Howard – last seen leading the Bucks to a thrilling title-game victory over Notre Dame – will be on hand to meet and greet fans between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Then, on the morning of Saturday, August 30, the Heisman will join AXIA TIME at the Ohio State Fan Fest located outside of the Ice Rink and St. John's Arena in Remembrance Park. The trophy will be stationed inside the AXIA TIME kiosk starting at 9 a.m. and fans are encouraged to stop by to take photos with the historic statue won by seven Buckeyes.

Finally, at halftime of the big game, Buckeye great Archie Griffin will be honored by the Heisman Trophy Trust on the 50th anniversary of his historic second Heisman triumph.

*Note: The Heisman Trophy is also available for scheduled media appearances outside of these planned events. Contact John Kanaras via email at jk@axiatime.com or Chris Huston at chris.huston@heisman.com for more information*

AXIA Time created three special edition watches to commemorate Ohio State's 2024 title: the Argos, the Lythos, and the Diasimos designs. In addition, AXIA Time partnered with Coach Ryan Day to create the limited edition autographed box set - signed by Ryan Day and limited to 300 pieces. All watches come with a vial of confetti from the post-game celebration, along with a certificate of authenticity.

AXIA Time, established in 2018, creates custom Swiss Made automatic timepieces that commemorate life's greatest achievements. AXIA Time was born out of founder John Kanaras' love of horology and his alma mater. After helping to lead the 1988 Penn Quakers to two Lacrosse Ivy League Championships in two years, the university gifted each player a championship watch. For John, the watch held great sentimental value but didn't measure up to the significance of the memories they represent. For 30 years he looked for a watch of quality and design that would meet that moment. When he couldn't find what he was looking for, he built it himself.

AXIA (ahk-SEE-ah) means "value" or "worth" in Greek. From the designs and high quality of AXIA Time components to an outstanding purchase experience for customers, the heart of the company's mission is to create value for everyone it touches.

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#InauguralReview #Ferdi by #AidaScarpati and #ExecutiveChef #FerdiScarpati Since 2022 #Italian #15SeventhAvenueSouth #WestVillage #Manhattan

Say yes please to the Risotto del Giorno and the Bistecca!

You know we have a special place in our hearts for Chandeliers and here are 132 examples and counting...it's not who you know, it's WHOM YOU KNOW and now we know Aida Scarpati, Founder and Owner of Ferdi, named after her Italian grandfather Ferdi Scarpati and who is on the Vespa on the Ferdi logo she designed.  Ferdi opened July 17, 2022 and has 36 indoor seats and 50 indoor seats for events.

Aida, a Fordham graduate, follows the fine Fordham Jesuit tradition of excellence we have known and loved with Old Town and Gerard Meagher, famed Fordham grad and Peachy's Pick.  Every single one of our nearly 30,000 posts has earned its own spot for its respective pursuit of excellence because Peachy was Jesuit-educated at the place where #EvertoExcel rules starting with the Heisman and Doug Flutie, thank you Dad.  Aida also has a masters in Management and Hospitality from Cornell.  CIA graduate Co-Owner and Executive Chef Ferdi Scarpati is tremendously talented and artistically-motivated and the sibling pair bring you their lifetime benefit of having grown up in the family tradition of fine dining, and we are certain their Dad and Grandfather are smiling with pride reading upstairs today.  

Ferdi Scarpati, the grandfather, had a pizzeria on the Grand Concourse in the Bronx and by 1971 at age 47 went back to Italy and retired to Ponza.  

Giuseppe Scarpati, Aida and Ferdi's Dad, was Executive Chef of The Rainbow Room in 1980 and he was from the island of Ponza which has a population of 3,000.  Giuseppe had several restaurants in Fairfield County, Connecticut including Positano in Westport where Kathie Lee Gifford, Martha Stewart, and Paul Newman were often found dining in style.  If it's good enough for Paul Newman, dining with the Scarpati family is good enough for you too and here are some illustrative examples that substantiate this.

We are huge advocates of salads; there are three to choose from here.  Both the Classic Caesar Salad, above, and the Casalinga, below, delivered solid performances.  We chose to add protein in both cases: grilled chicken and grilled shrimp respectively, and we suggest you do the same.  They hit the nail on the head with the Caesar which was dressed as we asked for and it was one of the strongest Caesar Salad performances we've seen in recent times by a place new to us.  The Casalinga is highly creative with granny smith apples, asparagus, yukon potatoes, red onion, tomato and fresh basilico.  It was gorgeously arranged and the tarragon vinaigrette was on the side as we indicated our preference.

Their wine list is 70 percent organic and 95% of Italian origin.  About five labels are not Italian.  It should surprise no one that Peachy adored this supertuscan organic red, a 70 percent cabernet and 30 percent merlot blend. Sip it!

Shrimp Scampi here is an appetizer, and there are always three shrimp.  Of course it is sauteed in garlic and olive oil and a natural seafood sauce, and we like the grilled Roman artichoke pairing.  Polenta also comes to the party.  100 percent beef (sourced from Ottomanelli) meatballs are outstanding appetizers in a natural tomato sauce, and four of them arrive in style in a fab four presentation.  We totally loved the meatballs!

As you might expect, the pasta is terrific and made on premises.  Fettuccine Sette Coli (seven hills: the rolling hills of Lazio) is elevated with pesto, mozzarella and parmigiano with some arugula and tomato upping the color and nutrition concurrently.  The truly sublime choice however is the Risotto del Giorno, which along with the Caesar Salad and the Steak was the strongest performer to us.  Vegetarian Risotto with saffron, green and yellow zucchini and shiitake is absolutely divine and also original.  Wild oregano and parmigiano cheese add flavor without being overly dominant.  Note at Ferdi they will accommodate your preferences and modify menu items as your little heart desires.

Fish is important to us and at Ferdi, fish is fresh and therefore you should inquire about the fish of the day. When we visited, we opted for the Salmon Marechiaro.  Fresh tomatoes, mussels and clams dance with the slice of salmon (not a whole fish).  Potatoes, broccoli, garlic and onions rounded it out nicely.  Also on the lighter side for spring is Pollo Scarpariello: Chicken on the Bone (be careful) with artichoke hearts, hot cherry peppers, lemon and white wine sauce, fresh herbs and roasted Yukon potatoes.  It would hit the spot on a rainy day like today!  Of course you can tell from our pictures we visited on a sunny day and you know we absolutely never edit pictures: the cuisine at Ferdi does indeed look this great.  Master of hospitality, Aida, aptly suggested this convincing white for these dishes.

Truly sensational was the Bistecca, ordered by Peachy!  She is a Deegan not a vegan.   And, it was perfectly medium rare the first time as you see below.  USDA strip loin radiates carnivorous glory served with splendid sauteed shiitake mushrooms, cherry peppers, roasted peppers and potatoes.  Of course Peachy returned her attention to the Super Tuscan who is a sublime companion to this winner which you should absolutely order.

Finally, everyone knows that in the world according to Peachy, there are two kinds of desserts.  Chocolate, and not chocolate.  Cioccolato Fantasia with 70% dark Valrhona chocolate perched with class on hazelnut praline is set off to upper echelons with vanilla gelato and a perfect strawberry.

Ferdi impressed us on our first visit and we look forward to seeing what they do next!

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Their website tells us:

Our Story

Our story started three generations ago on the island of Ponza, by our grandfather, Ferdinando, nickname, Ferdi. He came to America as a chef in 1955 and opened his restaurant on the Grand Concourse in the Bronx.

Ferdi's son, our father, Giuseppe, continued in his footsteps to later become Executive Chef of the Rainbow Room in 1978, then Giordano, and countless New York restaurants at a time when Italian cuisine in the city was authentically Italian. He then went on to open several of his own restaurants, where we began our journey.

We continue their legacy by making it our mission to deliver the same quality, creative specials and flavors that we grew up with.

We look forward to welcoming you to Ferdi Ristorante.

Sincerely, Fernando Scarpati & Aida Scarpati

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#InauguralReview #TipsyNomad Since 2019 by #BrendanCullinan #TonyCullinan and #CaraCullinan #37East28thStreet Between Madison and Park Avenue South #NoMad #Manhattan @BostonCollege

Guinness is good for you and even better with Frank Spinatra!

(try it Nancy!)

All Hail Doug Flutie, Godfather of the Hail Mary!

You are not living your best life if you have not done the Heisman Pose with him.

Peachy and Doug are in front of Fulton.

Photo credit: Tracy and Mickey Curley; this picture was their idea.

Obviously all food is going to taste better if you hang a Doug Flutie jersey on your wall...remember who is typing.  It's not who you know, it's WHOM YOU KNOW and recently we were delighted to meet Brendan Cullinan, owner of Tipsy Nomad along with his father, Tony Cullinan, a Tipperary native and his sister, Cara Cullinan.  As we head into the high holy time of Stanley Cup Playoffs, it is more important than ever to distinguish the best places to see them, and all other sports for that matter.  Nomad is a Manhattan neighborhood north of Madison Square Park.  Tipsy Nomad is absolutely a sports bar, but if you are going to go to a sports bar, obviously you should be going to a one that is as clean as the Tipsy Nomad and with a delicious menu like they have too.

The menu is simple and straightforward; what they do, they do well.

The current menu began 18 months ago, and they do wings and pizza.

In addition to nine lines of beer, Guinness and Bud Light being the bestsellers, they also have zero alcohol options if that is what you are looking for.

There are six wing flavors to choose from and Buffalo, above, and BBQ, below are the best sellers.  They were beautifully presented and arrived in style with celery and dressing singing backup, and these wings were coated just right, not too much, not too little and the chicken inside was indeed tender. 

Their bathrooms are clean and in the back and we really like the full length mirror which you almost never see in bars.  It is nice to know you get towels with your wings because no one wants a mess.

Even better was the pizza!

We first tried the Classic which is the building block and it was a solid performance: homemade tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil and pecorino romano.  Really outstanding is the Vodka Roni, above, which was our favorite this first visit.  This is composed of mozzarella, pepperoni, basil and pecorino romano and drumroll please, their OWN BESPOKE VODKA SAUCE!  Note they are not Italian either: Brendan and Cara, American, have a mother with Donegal roots making them 100 percent Irish.  This vodka sauce boasts incredible flavor and is not typical of your regular sports bar; but since when are we interested in just regular anything.
We are interested in excellence: Ever to Excel.

Also highly convincing is the Cherry Plum, another hot number pictured below.

Homemade tomato sauce, mozzarella, cherry plum tomatoes, arugula, peppers and basil grace your presence with robust freshness.

On the healthy side or if you are a vegan, opt for the Papa Ciro, above. 

Homemade tomato sauce, spinach, roasted red peppers which amp up the flavor just right, bread crumbs and basil team up for a nutritious option.  The day we visited, the Caesar Salad with fried chicken was a special and was lightly dressed to perfection.  As you know, Caesar is the only version of salad Peachy ever wants dressed.

We are huge pizza enthusiasts and have written on pizza at length.  The second best pizza we tried was the Frank Spinatra: Mozzarella, Spinach, Basil, Pesto, and Pecorino Romano.  All of the pizzas have the right amount of ingredients in good proportion to each other, and as always, our pictures are unedited.  The food really does look this smashing.  The pizza creations are interesting, delicious and original without being overdone with trends that don't work.  Finally, for the more carnivorous among you please meet Roma, below.  Homemade tomato sauce, mozzarella, spicy sausage and peppers await you.

Yes they pull a perfect pint and Peachy has been a resident of Ireland and has been to the Guinness factory in Dublin.

In case you haven't read the first 29,000 posts, not only is Peachy Deegan a Boston College graduate, but also she was a tour guide for four years, a professional sportswriter as a student and beyond, and the whole concept of Whom You Know has a mission statement of Ever to Excel.

We identify excellence and those that pursue it.

Tipsy Nomad has been the Boston College bar since Spring 2020.

Here are nine more reasons to love Tipsy Nomad:

It is like this all the time we are told, and it was not made up for Peachy's visit.

Tipsy Nomad really impressed us on our first visit and we look forward to seeing what they do next.

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