Barrett-Jackson Auction and Custom Cars

Tyler Hoover from Hovie's Garage shares his passion for cars, highlighting his first car, a 1985 Mercedes 500 SL, and his dream car, the Mercedes SLS AMG. He discusses the unique history of the SLS AMG, including its design inspiration from the 1950s 300SL. Tyler also mentions Siegfried's custom chrome-wrapped SLS and Wayne Newton's radically customized Mercedes, both of which are up for auction at Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas. The video invites viewers to explore other celebrity-owned cars available at the auction.

What role does Tyler Hoover have in relation to Barrett-Jackson auctions?

• Field Announcer

• Car Designer

• Auctioneer

• Mechanic

What was unique about the Mercedes SLS AMG's design process?

• It was a collaboration with another car brand.

• AMG had a clean sheet to design it from scratch.

• It was designed by a third-party company.

• It was the first electric car by Mercedes.

Which iconic feature was included in the SLS AMG as a tribute to the 300SL?

• Hybrid technology

• Turbocharged engine

• Convertible roof

• Gullwing doors

What was the distinctive feature of Siegfried's custom SLS AMG?

• It featured a unique spoiler design.

• It had a custom chrome wrap.

• It was painted in a matte black finish.

• It was converted into a convertible.

What was Tyler Hoover's first car?

• 1990 BMW M3

• 1975 Ford Mustang

• 2000 Audi TT

• 1985 Mercedes 500 SL

How did Tyler Hoover customize his first car?

• He converted it to electric.

• He added a turbocharger.

• He installed period-correct AMG parts.

• He painted it in a custom color.

Who is the famous owner of the radically customized Mercedes mentioned in the video?

• Elvis Presley

• Wayne Newton

• Dean Martin

• Frank Sinatra

What unique features did Wayne Newton's customized Mercedes have?

• A custom folding hard top and gold plating

• A built-in karaoke system

• A solar-powered engine

• A bulletproof exterior

When is the Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas auction taking place?

• June 10th to 12th

• June 17th to 19th

• July 15th to 17th

• July 1st to 3rd

Where can you find more information about the cars at the Barrett-Jackson auction?

• barrett-jackson.com

• luxurycars.com

• carauctions.com

• classiccars.com