Here’s yesterday’s comments of note

A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:

“The Gumball Rally Cobra S/N 3243 had been stored for years until around 2013. Sitting next to it was a 289 Comp.Car. Both came back into the sunlight.
https://www.themotorcarsociety.com/barn-find-cobra-s.html
I have photos of CSX3243 in January of 2014 at the shop of an incredible Pebble Beach restoration mechanic and a dear friend.
Chuck Bail really did it right using Daytona Spyder’s, A/C Cobra’s and recording sounds with Parabolic mikes. There will never be another. Sold my Spyder and…”

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Bambino commented on 1967 Shelby Cobra 427 from The Gumball Rally Movie

“When folks look at my Ford GT, I tell ’em, the most amazing thing about this car is that little blue oval on the front………. It’s a Ford!!!”

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MerlinsGarage commented on One-Owner 2006 Ford GT

“I love these so very much, and that winter scene photo reminded me of a similar photo of a friend’s rally race car fairly well burried in the snow after sliding a little too wide in a corner.”

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Knuckles-R-Busted commented on 1970 Alpine A110 1600 S Group 4

A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:

“I can’t believe I won this. I am super stoked.”

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urseppos commented on 2003 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe X50 6-Speed

“brake duct hoses, eyeball CAB’s, adjustable rear subframe and holes in floor and wheel well from a roll bar that has been removed. looks like this car spent some time being properly used on track….”

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mlytle commented on No Reserve: 1988 BMW M3

“I have a similar setup with a Rover 4.0. The all aluminum Rover is 35lbs lighter than the original 4 banger. I’m getting 26 mpg in mine.”

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jagmike90 commented on Rover V8-Powered 1977 MG MGB Roadster 5-Speed

A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:

“Rusty Hammer had always known where he fit.
Thirty years behind the same counter in the same hardware store in Fort Stockton will do that to a man. He was the one folks came to when something broke. Hinges, pipes, doors that wouldn’t close right. Rusty had an answer for all of it.
Until one morning, he didn’t.
It wasn’t dramatic. Just him standing in the hinge aisle, staring at shelves he’d stocked a thousand times, realizing he couldn’t remember why any of it…”

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CaptainMyCaptain commented on No Reserve: 1962 Airstream Trade Wind 24′ Travel Trailer

“Also nice that they kept it in original Lime Gold. Probably only half the cars produced still in this wonderful color. My buddy just repainted his back to original Lime Gold after 40 years being Wimbledon white.”

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1967Shelby commented on 1967 Shelby Mustang GT350 Fastback 4-Speed

“My hats off to the builder of this 55. Seldom do I see a car that has had all the body work done properly. Take note people, when you take it down to bare metal you’re doing a great job and less likely to have a chemical reaction from previous paint jobs. With the body having a top notch job you know that the rest of the car was built right.”

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39mercman commented on 402-Powered 1955 Chevrolet 150 Utility 2-Door Sedan

A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:

“Hello BaT universe! I am the owner, craftsman, artist of this X-34 Landspeeder tribute vehicle. Since I couldn’t acquire the real one from that galaxy far, far away, (the import/transport fees would have been “astronomical”) I decided to build one to commemorate the upcoming 50th earthly anniversary of this iconic movie vehicle. I am looking forward to all the comments, questions, and bids.”

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StoneRoller_ReadLuke24 commented on No Reserve: X-34 Landspeeder-Style Golf Cart

“When I scroll BaT, I’ve always held out hope I’d come across two cars: my dad’s ‘66 E Type, and this car. I sold this car to the current seller. Bought when I was 14, restored it, drove it through high school and into young married life. Sold it when I was broke with a growing family to support. Broke my heart to sell it, but clearly I sold to the right individual. Car looks absolutely amazing. I’ll start the bidding with the last sale price…”

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Mgh20180 commented on No Reserve: Backdated 1971 MG MGB Roadster

“Harold is a Stroppe and Ford icon still with us today, he admits he is older and as for all of us, his memory is fading.
Rod unfortunately is no longer with us but there is a lot more info on his legendary existence.
with that being said, i invite anyone who knew or knew of Harold Allen and or his talents to share any stats and stories with us and the same with Rod?
i am sure @BajaBronco / Andrew and @Todd_Z. and @House along with a handful of others will have some important history and…”

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Chapter2 commented on Ex–Rod Hall 1971 Ford Bronco Bill Stroppe Baja

A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:

“The missile appeared at Earl’s Salvage Yard & Formalwear on a Tuesday morning.
At least that was what Hairless B29 called it when he walked into the Grounds for Divorce and announced that Earl had acquired a rocket.
Angus Hopper continued buttering his toast.
“How big?”
“Three feet, maybe.”
Angus looked up. “That ain’t much of a rocket.”
“It’s streamlined.”
This was apparently sufficient evidence to bring Rex Hall into the investigation. By nine…”

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CaptainMyCaptain commented on No Reserve: c. 1945 Blackhawk Bantam Porto-Power Tool Kit

“Cannot beat classic guards red on a Gbody. Timeless.”

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Envypete commented on 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe G50

“The Story Here…
As an automotive magazine publisher, editor and motor journalist in the ’80s and ’90s, I was privileged to attend many unique and amazing press functions and receive highly-specialized literature regarding the cars being launched. From the Highlands of Scotland to the South of France. From the US Continental Divide to the jungles and rain forests of Guatemala and Belize. From small back mews of the English Midlands to palatial manor houses in London. What a time it…”

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DaveD commented on No Reserve: Collection of British Automobile Brochures & Press Kits

A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:

“Gentlemen start both of your engines.”

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vandrako commented on Twin-Engined, Custom All-Wheel-Drive 2002 Mini Cooper S NASA Race Car

“My first BAT score. Will look great next to my Polo Red ‘66. Thanks all.”

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RoutineMenace commented on No Reserve: 1965 Porsche 911 Coupe

“Back In 1971 fresh out of high school and still 17 worked with my uncle at a local auto repair garage. My job lowest of lowest was the under the car stuff. In came one of these with a transmission leak. My job clean of all the dirt and grime from years of driving so the mechanics could find the leak. Upon getting the OK was told to go clean up and put on a clean set of coveralls. Upon returning was given the keys and told to drive to a nearby by town and back. My jaw dropped to the ground. 17…”

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ks54701 commented on 1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk