Yesterday’s comments of note: A Practical Look

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

“Well, it was fun bidding on this one. I’m thrilled to buy a 6.0 in such a unique color. Seller did a great job in answering all my questions. I look forward to her being part of the collection. Thanks again to all.”

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BlackVapor commented on 2001 Lamborghini Diablo VT 6.0

“Thanks all! Beautiful auction. Candidly, I know nothing about these cars! I am a Ferrari guy. The way I see it, my dream car is a 250 California spider and this is as close as I’m ever going to get. I’m going to drive the wheels off of it and, if anything should ever happen to the motor, I’ll throw a Colombo in there and will be halfway home!”

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happiesttrees commented on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 Spider

“Wow! Not many cars show up here that makes me gasp, but when this rare (and wonderful) car appeared in my alerts, it got my attention. Back when these first came out, I was a college kid who had a 1988 Mazda cab plus pickup. The local Mazda dealer was very close to campus so getting it serviced there was super easy. This is back in the day when dealers were not always big shiny, fancy buildings. The dealer was small. The showroom held one car and had wood panelling.. but one day, while my truck…”

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sjy66 commented on No Reserve: 27k-Mile 1992 Mazda 929

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

“@sy1616 ………The 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 Sc Einspritzmotor Coupe was special and important for its combination of cutting-edge technology, superior luxury, and extreme rarity, which cemented Mercedes-Benz’s return to the top echelon of global luxury automakers after World War II.
Mechanical innovation:
The “Einspritzmotor” (German for “injection engine”) designation on the car’s rear bumper signified its most important technical feature.
Mechanical fuel injection: The 300 Sc borrowed…”

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Dollycat3 commented on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 Sc Einspritzmotor Coupe

“A United Airlines pilot that lived across the street from us when I was a teenager had a 12 cylinder E-Type coupe he bought new. Easy to look at and great sounds. But THIS car has all the modern goodies with no Lucas Electrics gremlins and all the modern upgrades plus a spotless and powerful Ed Pink motor. This would be the Jag I would own. Exceptional build and beautiful car. GLWTA !”

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ScoobyDone commented on Modified 1972 Jaguar E-Type Series III Roadster V12 5-Speed

“BTW Dinos are a total blast to drive! RHD or LHD, no matter, they are among the most fun to motor around in and one of the most beautiful designs of all time.”

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cardude76 commented on 40-Years-Owned, RHD 1970 Ferrari Dino 246 GT

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

“Some final hour Sport evolution M3 fun facts.
The sport evolution is the 3rd evolution of the E30 M3 homologated for racing. It was produced for just 3 months in 1990 resulting in 600 models. 500 models were required to evolve a race car at the time. Only 204 Red Sport evos were ever made.
This car is 100% original in terms of parts. The modifications are exactly as it left BMW.
The Sport evo was the only E30 M3 to feature a 2.5 Liter S14 engine making 238 HP.
Some easy to spot visual…”

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JTM724 commented on 1990 BMW M3 Sport Evolution

“Mustang II getting some respect. Finally!”

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MHHamrhead commented on 44k-Mile 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra 4-Speed

“In the 70’s (in college), I had a summer job at Stern-Hasskell ( high end dealer ) in the Bronx NY. That is where I saw my first and only Mangusta. I never forgot it. It is as stunning today as it was all those many years ago. Thanks for the memories!!”

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shelbtgtc55 commented on 23-Years-Owned 1969 DeTomaso Mangusta

“” The interior seats 13 occupants”
One steering and 12 screaming….”

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Habu2 commented on LS3-Powered 1960 Mercedes-Benz O319 Panorama Bus

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

“What an auction. This car was purchased by my grandfather from the AE collection years back, then sold to our neighbor when he passed. The family is excited to have it back!!!”

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HamiltonSeth commented on Ex–Paul Walker 2005 Ford GT

“Q: How big of an engine can you fit in a G body 911?
A: Yes”

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66GTFB commented on No Reserve: Mid-Engined, Cadillac V8-Powered 1981 Porsche 911SC Targa

“When these were first introduced into the UK in late 1974 Porsche GB Ltd would not allow anyone to test drive one without first having been driven by and vetted by 11 time Le Mans competitor and race driver Nick Faure. Nick is known as Mr. Porsche and is a guru of the marque. (As an aside, Nick co-drove my March BMW M1 Group 5 race car in the 1980s and came in from practice laps ashen faced and pronounced it the scariest car he had ever driven). An interesting and entertaining drive report can…”

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Guido36 commented on 1975 Porsche 930 Turbo

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

“Thanks P 38. I went to college driving a new R1 with air-conditioning. And automatic. I dated.my wife in a red Avanti. Married in 1965 and sold the Avanti get a car with a bench seat for our daughter’ s car seat. I have known where my original car is but have tried unsuccessfully for 30 years to buy it. When this car came along, I said what the heck. I’m excited to have a supercharged car and relieve some old memories. That is a lot of what the old car hobby is about.”

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greenway commented on 44-Years-Family-Owned 1963 Studebaker Avanti R2 4-Speed

“Taking quiet satisfaction that, in this era of automotive touchscreen-maxing, “crank windows” is a noteworthy feature that adds value.”

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Type5314 commented on Single-Family-Owned 1967 Volkswagen Beetle

“I grew up in my family’s Pontiac dealership that opened in 1967. Crazy about high performance Firebirds & GTOs, especially the rare & special round port cars. From RAII in 1968 (356 cars), RAIV in 68 & 69 (1808 cars), 455 H.O. in 71 & 72 (5037 cars) and the last of the Mohicans, SD-455 in 73 & 74 (1296 cars). With over 4000 Pontiac dealerships back then most never acquired a single super duty during the two years of production. They were insanely hard to get. Our store…”

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ChipBeck commented on 1974 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am SD-455 4-Speed

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

“Formula for years, worked in secrecy with Mercury and designed the 500 Super Sport Crossover expressly for the new 600-hp Mercury Verado V12.
It was the first boat fitted with these innovative V-12 motors that had a fixed powerhead and a rotating lower unit.
I saw the original factory black hulled SSC at Soverel Harbor in Palm Beach Gardens when it first hit the water,
Spent some time talking with the crew, admiring the boat and the serious Mercury motors the likes of which I’d never seen…”

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RussR commented on 2023 Formula 500 Super Sport Crossover

“I love this car – the color is one of my top choices – and that interior … so cool and unique – I have a ’74 GTS and as others here have said the driving experience is special – so low to the ground with the motor humming on your shoulder – hypnotic – GLWTA”

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neelfryer commented on 1972 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS

“There are two of us in the USA (that we know of) that have Turkis Coupes, me being one of them. No matter where I drive, I get thumbs up and comments about what an amazing color this is and how well it compliments the smooth curvy lines of an E9. This example looks nearly perfect, and the seller is THE source of E9 expertise. You can buy this car with the utmost of confidence, and join Club Turkis! You won’t be disappointed! GLWTA!”

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Jimmilew commented on Euro 1973 BMW 3.0CSi 4-Speed