A Look at yesterday’s comments of note

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

“congratulation to the new owner. as mentioned i am the third owner of this car and i am in many of the pictures with the car from the 80s. including pictures taken at Bloomington when the car was awarded a gold certificate. I enjoyed seeing those pictures again, have not seen them in decades.”

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addictedtojunk commented on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe L88 427/430 4-Speed

“Several years ago (well, maybe more than several!) I was offered a ride-along slot taking notes on the road trial of a 288 GTO which had just been serviced for a prominent collector here in MD. Midway through the loop, which was about thirty miles on various roads, we merged onto a local interstate at about 90 mph. The driver then floored it, the turbos spooled up, and at 90+ mph the tires chirped and the car rocketed forward, pushing us both back in our seats. I’ll remember that, always- at…”

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jim_rosenthal commented on Lot #250,000: 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO

“Happy to have it back since I drove it for most of its miles from 1997 to 2005”

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E30M3Scott commented on 1988 BMW M3

“As soon as I saw the lead photo when this listing went live, I wondered if this was the same car I saw at Radwood Detroit a few years ago. Your early comment — and digging back through my pictures — confirmed my memory! You’ve done a great job preserving this awesome artifact of the ’90s era.
I had a ’94 GT 5-sp. in Teal Mist, and whenever I see one of these pop up on BAT, I’m tempted to jump in and try to relive my 20s. Subsequent cars I’ve owned have been faster and more…”

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joliver3333 commented on 49k-Mile 1994 Ford Probe GT 5-Speed

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

“in all this auction excitement, I’ve devoted a certain amount of my morning coffee time searching the internet for my own Ferrari 288 GTO – a number of which are thankfully within my price range, including Walmart, for about $100.
However, due to their scaled down 1:18 size and non-running status, it’s unlikely I’ll be driving it anywhere other than “my imagination” during this lifetime.
Perhaps my NEXT lifetime.”

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Delia_Wolfe commented on Lot #250,000: 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO

“Another interesting fact thanks to Andy is this car was shipped on August 17, 1965 and delivered to Hayward Motors in CA and on the deliver truck were two additional 350’s as well as a prototype GT40….now that would be a cool truck to see driving down the road!!! This car is a statement piece and one of the true great American muscle cars.”

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Falconpartners commented on 1965 Shelby Mustang GT350

“Fantastic listing, beautiful wagon. Every time I look through the gallery it brings back memories of the days of wooden picnic baskets and surfboards with the family, when times were just a tad slower. @bosshoss3406pack thank you for the tag, great memories with this one.”

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MrTime commented on No Reserve: 1953 Ford Customline Country Sedan

“Oh my… not sure if anyone remembers the ’67 Plymouth GTX ads in Hot Rod magazine. Roasting the rear tires?
I do… and wanted one ever since!”

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a990dna commented on 33-Years-Owned 1967 Plymouth GTX Hardtop

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

“Many can own this. Very few can restore this. Some can ride this. It’s a commitment at all levels and entirely worth it. Legendary bike.”

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tista commented on 58-Years-Family-Owned 1932 Indian Four

“Yet another 1st for BaT.
Longer and wider than an Escalade, the Celestiq is the pinnacle of American craftsmanship and luxury.”

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newcarpro commented on 2025 Cadillac Celestiq Invitational

“Yes, used to throw those Muncies in and out like they were plastic ! I remember drag racing on Saturday night and getting home around midnight, working on the car all night , reload and head 50 miles north on Sunday to race again.”

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1969z28302 commented on 302-Powered 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS 5-Speed

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

“my goodness….I’ll NEVER grow tired of seeing a classic truck with Montana Big Sky Country in the background…just perfect”

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DUGEEEFRESH04 commented on No Reserve: 1974 Dodge W100 Power Wagon 4×4 318

“Any compact two door wagon is cool in its own right and being a Stude ensures it’ll be the only one anywhere it goes. What’s most unique and exciting about this rarity though is the engine build. I had no idea there was an array of speed equipment for the flathead six, particularly to the level of a high compression aluminum head. Reading the attached Cathcart article (from 1999!) suggests at least 140HP from this little 169ci flattie. It’s got to be a light car, I’m guessing under 3K lbs…”

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Valiantjim commented on 1959 Studebaker Lark VI Deluxe 2-Door Station Wagon 3-Speed

“normalize three pedal SUVs”

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LVbuddah commented on 2011 Porsche Cayenne 6-Speed

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

“Fun… another cool ride from BAT.
Looking forward to driving this one…”

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2004yzf450r commented on 1993 Ford Escort RS Cosworth Lux

“Right after getting out of the Army I sold cars at a Baltimore dealership. First car I ever sold was a beige 65 Impala. These cars had beautiful lines and looked great then and still do!”

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Catbird commented on No Reserve: 37-Years-Owned 1965 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe

“I have a 1999/2000 two door TDI in the same color that I purchased new. 349K miles and still going. Would so love to have this R32 sitting next to it. Best of lusk to the new owner
Have Fun,
BillA.”

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BillVW commented on No Reserve: 35k-Mile 2004 Volkswagen R32

“I love the early SHOs and had an 89, purchased in 92 while a young engineer at Ford. The car enthusiasts either had SHOs, fox body Mustangs or a Porsche (if you were willing to take the abuse from the neanderthal managers who were “only buy Ford” zealots). Once the first year gremlins were sorted, they were reliable (for a Ford) and perhaps the best all purpose sport sedan of the time. I love that Yamaha power plant and it is bulletproof, making sweet sweet sounds all the way to the little…”

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Dmhager commented on No Reserve: 1989 Ford Taurus SHO

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