The Barrett-Jackson Auction is coming to Reno August 6-8 this year. As always, there’s going to be a long list of mouth-watering cars from the past 50-plus years up for auction. The list of classic Chevy vehicles up for sale includes C-10 pickups, Corvairs, Corvettes, Malibus, Sedans, and more. Each year, countless media outlets show readers what was sold, and how much money it brought. We wanted to do something a little different. We’re not going to talk much about the cars, we are going to let you what you need to do in order to be a bidder at Barrett-Jackson.

In Order to Bid You Have to Register

Bidding on cars at the Barrett-Jackson auctions requires that you register prior to bidding. Once you’ve registered, you can attend the auction and place bids in person after personally looking at the cars on the block. For those that can’t make it to the auction, registration also allows you to place absentee bids. Onsite bidders receive extra perks such as preferred seating, a hosted bar, access to the Opening Night Gala, and the chance to rub elbows with celebrities.

There are a few Classic Chevys from the Fifties on the block in Reno-Tahoe.

Registration for Tier 1 bidders runs $200. Tier 1 bidders receive a bidder paddle with a drink card, plus a guest pass that also comes with a drink card. There’s also an invitation for two to the aforementioned Opening Gala, a parking pass, as well as an event catalog. Tier 2 registration runs $100. Those registering at the Tier 2 level get a bidder paddle and event catalog.

This beautiful Impala could be yours if the price is right.

The prices shown above are for the Barrett-Jackson Auction scheduled for the weekend of Aug 6-8 in Reno-Tahoe. There’s also an event in Las Vegas later this year. Tier 1 Bidder packages for the Vegas event run $400, while Tier 2 passes run $300. If you register before Aug 31^st, Tier 1 pricing is discounted to $350.

Once you’ve registered and completed all the requirements (such as receiving approval of your payment method) you will be able to pick up your Bidder’s packet at Will Call. If you plan on attending both auctions, you’ll need to submit separate forms and registration payments for each event.

Oh yeah, there are Corvettes. There are a few of them.

How to Register for Barrett-Jackson

There are a number of forms that Barrett-Jackson requires from all bidders. Some of these forms are a one-time only requirement, while others, such as the Bidder Agreement have to be sent in for each auction. Bidder paddles are non-transferable, and first-time bidders must send in a recent photo with their application package. Barrett-Jackson is going to need to know how you plan on paying for any purchases, be it a bank draft, wire transfer, or cashier’s check. It’s important to note that no bidder paddle will be released without current and valid proof of insurance that runs through the auction dates.

How about this beautiful Chevelle SS?

Special Requirements for Special Parties at Barrett-Jackson

US citizens need to submit a copy of their driver’s license or passport with their application. Foreign bidders can only submit payment by credit card, cash, or cashier’s check. If you’re a dealer and plan on bidding as a dealer, you’ll need to submit a copy of your current dealer license, and a copy of your state resale/tax ID number. You’ll also need to submit a dealer verification form and a dealer authorization to bid if you aren’t the registered owner of the dealership.

Looking for a special Camaro? How about this Custom 71?

Obtaining Extra Passes

If you need more tickets to the gala, extra guest passes, or lounge tickets than what comes with the basic bidder’s packet, these can be ordered when you submit your registration forms. Simply make note on your Bidder’s Agreement of the additional passes and tickets you need, and include payment for them (prices can be found on the Bidder’s Agreement and vary by event).

What’s On the Docket for the Barrett-Jackson Reno Auction?

There’s a little something for everyone at a Barrett-Jackson auto auction, and the Reno-Tahoe event is no exception. For example, there’s a 1971 Chevy Camaro custom with no reserve. The car is equipped with a 418ci LS3 engine with a Magnuson TVS 2300 supercharger.

This 68 C-10 Pickup is an example of the trucks on the docket.

Too new for you? How about 1955 Chevy 210? This baby had a complete frame-off restoration. It’s got the stock 327ci engine  and Vintage Air air conditioning. This baby is a mix of old and new, with Dakota Digital electronic gauges.

Chevelle anyone?

Lot number 623 is a Chevelle SS 396. This L89-powered model is fully-documented and numbers matching. There’s a long list of factory special order parts and components on this Chevelle.