Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction to Feature an Eclectic Docket of Collectible Vehicles, Including the “Miami Vice” Movie Boat “MOJO”
April 18, 2025
Posted by Barrett-Jackson
LOT #716 – 2006 MTI 40 R/P “MIAMI VICE” MOVIE BOAT “MOJO” – NO RESERVE
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. ‒ Apr. 18, 2025 – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions, has an eclectic docket of unique collectible vehicles crossing the block during this year’s Palm Beach Auction, April 24-26, 2025, at the South Florida Fairgrounds. Among the most notable is “MOJO,” one of two MTI 40 R/P catamarans (Lot #716) used in the 2006 “Miami Vice” movie and sold with a matching Heritage trailer. Also crossing the block is a 1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor “Ghostbusters Ectomobile” re-creation (Lot #689) complete with an Ecto-1 roof rack, siren and lights.
“Several truly unique and fun collectible vehicles have been consigned for this year’s Palm Beach Auction,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Some of these collectibles were stars in Hollywood films, like the boat used in the 2006 ‘Miami Vice’ movie (Lot #716). For those seeking extreme off-road adventures, we have a 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rezvani Tank custom conversion (Lot #676) with go-anywhere, do-anything capabilities. All these vehicles will sell with No Reserve and not only be fun to own, but also a true conversation starter for any collection.”
LOT #682 – 1959 CADILLAC MILLER & METEOR “GHOSTBUSTERS ECTOMOBILE” RE-CREATION – NO RESERVE
For off-road thrill-seekers, the 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rezvani Tank custom conversion (Lot #676) features a V6 engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and Command-Trac four-wheel-drive system. It rides on 20-inch Rezvani custom wheels wrapped in 37×13.50 Falken Wildpeak M/T tires. The interior features Nappa leather upholstery, Alpine premium audio with navigation, Bluetooth, Sirius XM and HD radio. Also on the docket is a 1970 Meyers Manx dune buggy (Lot #377) powered by a 4-cylinder engine featuring ported and polished heads, dual Weber 48 IDA carburetors and EMPI intake manifolds. Interior highlights include leather Cerollo XR sport bucket seats, a Budnik steering wheel, LED interior lighting and a signature from Bruce Meyers.
“Diverse dockets that offer something for everyone is a key reason why Barrett-Jackson continues to create The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “Our Palm Beach Auction will be no exception and will include everything, like an unconventional custom 1953 Studebaker Hawk (Lot #413) with a supercharged V8. If you’re looking for that one unique collectible to add to your collection, the Palm Beach Auction will be the epicenter of variety.”
The 1953 Studebaker Hawk (Lot #413) features custom bodywork throughout, including a rear hatch sourced from a Nissan 350Z and roof from a 2017 Camaro. Power from the V8 supercharged engine is managed through a narrowed C4 Corvette rear end with a matching C4 front axle. Custom features throughout include orange leather bucket seats with matching door panels, repurposed Edsel dashboard, center console and a square steering wheel.
Built by Custom Concept Motorsports, a 1978 Datsun 280Z (Lot #456.1) is capable of producing 807 horsepower from its fully built Toyota 3.4-liter stroker engine paired to a Toyota Supra 6-speed manual transmission. Interior components include OMP FIA race seats, Schroth 6-point harnesses, a Momo suede wheel, full custom aluminum panels by Big Oak Garage and an extensive front-to-rear cage by Top Garage Fabrication.
A factory-built Allard J2X custom roadster (Lot #653.1) is powered by a V8 engine with 5-speed manual transmission and features a Bordeaux exterior, gray leather seats, custom aluminum dash, Brooklands windscreens, Moto-Lita wheel, push-button start and USB plug.
The vehicle and automobilia dockets are sold out for the April 24-26 Palm Beach Auction. Be part of Florida’s ultimate automotive lifestyle event. Take advantage of Advance ticket pricing and Barrett-Jackson Experiences for the 2025 Palm Beach Auction. Bring the family – children 12 and younger receive free admission to the Palm Beach Auction and public parking is complimentary. Bidder registration is open, with two packages to choose from and upgrades for Muscle Lounge access.
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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 produces several live collector car auctions where thousands of the most sought-after, unique and valuable automobiles 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 The HISTORY Channel, as well as all the cars, all the time via their produced livestream on Barrett-Jackson.com. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com, or call 480-421-6694.
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