FIRST LOOK - The Don Williams Collection - BARRETT-JACKSON 2024 SCOTTSDALE AUCTION

The late Don Williams was always passionate about cars. Learning about prewar vehicles from an early age led him to become an expert in classic automobiles, with the ability to procure the utmost quality and extraordinary vehicles for his clientele. It's hardly a revelation that his private collection showcased an array of exceptional vehicles, among them the unique Mayfair-bodied 1937 ‪@MercedesBenz‬ 540K. In addition to that prewar gem, Barrett-Jackson takes pride in presenting six additional vehicles from Don Williams' personal collection, all to be sold with No Reserve during the 2024 Scottsdale Auction.
The upcoming Barrett-Jackson auction promises to be an extraordinary event, offering enthusiasts and collectors a rare glimpse into the remarkable legacy of Don Williams. Williams was a key part of the team that founded Barrett-Jackson and was a beacon at the Barrett-Jackson events over the years. As a luminary in the world of classic automobiles, Williams curated a collection that not only reflects his discerning taste but also preserves the rich history and stories behind each vehicle. May the new custodians of these treasures continue to cherish and celebrate the enduring beauty and significance encapsulated in each rev of the engine and every gleaming curve of these automotive masterpieces.
Chapters
00:00 - The Don Williams Collection
01:20 - 1937 MERCEDES-BENZ 540K SPECIAL ROADSTER
03:58 - 1938 PACKARD 12 TORPEDO-CABRIOLET
06:15 - 1933 PACKARD 1001 STANDARD EIGHT COUPE ROADSTER
08:01 - 1940 ‪@Cadillac‬ SERIES 75 TOWN CAR
09:22 - 1920 PACKARD TWIN 6 TRANSFORMABLE TOWN CAR
10:10 - 1954 ROLLS-ROYCE SILVER WRAITH ALL-WEATHER TOURER
11:54 - 1936 ‪@bugatti‬ TYPE 57 STELVIO
15:07 - Driving the Prewar Classics
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[@thomasdaddio741]

The original 1979 Barrett Jackson bidder pass #1 was held by this man. Rest in peace Don - I hope your cars go to a good home

[@BarrettJacksonTV]

🙏

[@greetings8843]

Not surprising. Don was literally a founder of B-J.

[@RJSAMCRO]

I may never have the chance to own one of these beautiful engineering marvels but thanks to Craig and Barrett Jackson I can enjoy seeing these works of beauty. As always Barrett Jackson gives the car community the greatest cars of our lifetime.

[@FeverDreamRemix]

I hope you get at least one of these type of cars, hopefully more. 😊

[@Dvco33333]

Wow, mobile artistry at its authentic...best.

[@kevinphillips9408]

Absolutely wonderful review. Thank you so very much.

[@johna1160]

Goes to show even that ultra high end automobiles could suffer the indignity of being resprayed Resale Red. How stunning the Mayfair bodied MB 540K must've looked in its original livery of black over silver. Hope the next owner does the right thing.

[@deaterk]

I couldn’t agree more John. That red is garish. Lacking in taste. A shame.

[@PeterMcDonald-sl9rt]

WOW! You read my mind! It must have been dreamy in the black over silver livery!

[@3RTracing]

I had the distinct honor and good fortune of being shown some of Don's private collection of cars not revealed to the public and for the most part, not known to even exist in car collecting circles around the world. Don truly owned and shared a collection of the most beautiful, unique, exceptional and relevant vehicles in the history of automobile manufacturing anywhere in the world.

[@daviswall3319]

Wowzers!!

[@davidgrainger5994]

I knew Don and he was one of the greats, and a good guy as well. I have missed seeing him at Pebble.

[@Far2hip]

That 1936 Bugatti Type 57 is just a brilliant car. Absolutely timeless presence. Spectacular. 😎

[@themindsmotor8539]

❤❤❤❤❤ beautiful cars and they are worthy of preservation 🎉🎉🎉

[@FeverDreamRemix]

What a collection.

[@realidadesyamortambien8289]

Really nice, Mostly Dream Cars of the past 👏🏼

[@Far2hip]

The 1933 and 1938 Packard. Drool. 😎

[@DerekJohnson-us7vy]

Several tremendous cars featured here and a tremendous venue there at Blackhawk. I was fortunate to briefly have a car there a few years ago and have also been fortunate to enjoy Westworld several years. Sort of sad to see the prewar coach built cars gradually waning in collectability--with some exceptions--but time marches on, and it's inevitable. Of course, BJ will make its money as cars are on the way up and on the way down. Thanks for sharing these amazing works of art with us!

[@BobbyTucker]

Craig, The Rolls Royce Silver Wraith All-Weather Tourer, when driven around New York, in my estimation only, had to have a Paid Police Escort. An Automobile of this Caliber would have to be escorted. One Gorgeous Automobile. I had to share my opinion with all here. Thank you, Craig, for sharing this.

[@AbdelhamidZekik-fd4tn]

SO special and magic cars,thanks a lot to designer for the great effort...🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@peterhpenner]

Beautiful, amazing cars. Almost too good to be true

[@eldorado767]

"I'm going to take the car out and drive it a little bit..." YES! Cars are meant to be driven, even stunners like these. And can I live there this summer?

[@karolynfrench8098]

Not interested in owning but the chance to drive one would be an honor.

[@toddclark332]

❤👍

[@danielterry382]

I love the 33 Packard Coupe/Roaster. Beautiful.

[@richardtoonkel6484]

Thank you.

[@user-oq3lh1js2e]

thats what luxury and craftmanship is all about rolling art not like the supercars of now Amen

[@emmanuelwilliam-smith6408]

Ill be there

[@BarrettJacksonTV]

Can't wait to see you there!

[@haulinclasstv]

What a great collection. We are seeing a lot of high end collections being moved right now. Some are off to auction but a few are being passed down to heirs before the old guy passes away and it's pretty neat to be part of that process. Lots of tears get shed when we pick up and deliver some of these cars.

[@GermanGreetings]

I love the red Packard ❣

[@richardthelionheart5594]

the one off coachwork on the 540k is gorgeous

[@iSuavemente]

Agree ! Absolutely sensational … Sheer magnificence 👌

[@3RTracing]

As a celebration of the history of Mercedes Benz Ken Baring and Don Williams did a special event by invitation private showing only of dozens of classic Mercedes Benzes at Blackhawk. I was invited to that pre public opening event. Purportedly it was the largest showing of 500 and 540 K cars since there creation. There were other significant pre WW II and post WWII vehicles there too, although my sole reason for attending was to see this glorious showing of 500/540 Spezial K automobiles. When looking at the English bodied 540 in this video I am of the opinion that this car is not sitting right. Most all of the cars of that genre [540/500] that I have seen in many different shows and venues, including at Blackhawk, sloped to the front not the back. The tire to fender reveal on the front fenders looks wrong, as does the dip at the back wherein there is little clearance between the rear lower valance and the ground. I am sure that those who were responsible for the restoration, maintenance and storage of this car are well qualified to present the car as close to it's original stance as was possible. But I can't help but think and see that the front end is too elevated and the rear is too low. Did this car have variable suspension like the 300 6.3,. 600 and 450 SEL 6.9? If so, that could be why it looks to be sagging, it was not fully adjusted when this picture was shot. All that being said, it is a breathtaking example of that 540K model.

[@gentlerowdy]

havent seen any thing as these in my life nor my past ...

[@greetings8843]

I've spent some of my "peak years" in retirement as a docent at the Blackhawk Museum. The Mercedes and the red Packard roadster were there so often, they feel like family members. They are both exceptional. The video skips over the history of the Mercedes in terms of who ordered it and how it ended-up in England. England was not it's first destination as a rolling chassis. Keeping in mind the time period, in the last half of the 1930s, it's not too difficult to imagine the possibilities.

[@dioisno1]

Oops! Wrong Don Williams

[@MrShene123]

I hope Hoovie shows up.

[@ianmuir3640]

Hoovie isn’t in that league

[@likeariver2237]

Both commentators have the same sounding voice. It's hard to tell who is speaking.

[@fredsalfa]

I wonder how much they are?

[@waynepantry7023]

They are going to auction. Highest bidder wins . . .

[@charlie1832]

You’ll find out in January

[@rgraham-ncal]

It would be nice to see much more of the interior detail. Less talking would also be nice.

[@gregbennett4254]

The smart people see the future and are unloading cars now

[@faresbennoui1880]

🙂🥲👑

[@sacooper802]

wow this is concerning...with all these cars being sold off blackhawk may never be the same. whats going on with blackhawk?, I hope all is well.so don williams death these cars now belong to perhaps his family now and they want to sell it all off and bye bye black hawk being the care takers for these, bit hit for blackhawk

[@BarrettJacksonTV]

These vehicles are from the Don Williams Collection and filmed at Blackhawk.

[@androidtexts6948]

I don't like fender skirts

[@BobbyTucker]

It depends on the vehicle, IMHO.

[@justayoutuber1906]

Wasn't the Mercedes 540K Hitlers car of choice?

[@ng2u1]

I believe He used the larger M-B 770

[@slvrktman7824]

Meh