Leake Auctions has secured a select group of vehicles from internationally recognized collector John Staluppi. Nearly 120 of his vehicles will sell without reserve during Leake’s auction in Arizona in January 2020. The Ritchie Bros.-owned company has partnered with Salt River Fields at Talking Stick for its multi-day auction.

John Staluppi’s passion for cars began as a teenager when he bought his first car, a 1962 Corvette, at the age of 16. It was black on black, with a 340 HP engine and 4-speed transmission. Some years later, he was able to track down and purchase back that same car. It is the focal point of his collection today. He is currently one of the most prominent car dealers and collectors in the United States.

Staluppi’s collection also includes significant charity vehicles. He recently purchased the 2020 Toyota Supra #1 for $2.1 million, with the proceeds benefiting the American Heart Association and Bob Woodruff’s Foundation supporting veterans and service members. Staluppi and his wife’s generosity are well-known throughout the industry. They have donated millions of dollars, benefiting many charities across the country.

In addition to his massive car collection, Staluppi is an avid fan of yachting. Over the years he has custom built over 20 mega yachts. Many of his mega yachts were named after James Bond films, one of which dubbed ‘Spectre’ was awarded top prizes in the Asia Boating Awards 2019 and from the Boat International Jury.

“This collection of vehicles and his museum are simply breathtaking,” said Gary Bennett, general manager, New Ventures & Sectors (Collector Cars) for Ritchie Bros. “John has a very discerning eye for detail and a magical understanding of the collector car market. We are honored to offer his vehicles without reserve during our inaugural auction in Scottsdale.”

A few of the highlights from John Staluppi’s Cars of Dreams Collection include:

• 2012 Lexus LFA Coupe
• 1968 Chevrolet Corvette L88 T-top Coupe
• 1959 Chrysler 300E Convertible
• 1958 Dual Ghia Convertible
• 1959 Buick Electra Convertible
• 1959 DeSoto Firesweep Convertible
• 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
• 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Yenko Convertible
• 1958 Eldorado Biarritz Convertible
• 1958 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible

Leake Auctions is owned by Ritchie Bros., a global asset management and disposition company, offering customers end-to-end solutions for buying and selling used heavy equipment, trucks and other assets.