A Look at yesterday’s comments of note

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

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  • A Look at yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “This is either the coolest thing ever built or the worst financial decision someone will proudly make”

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    Beans_Bacon commented on Ex–Cleetus McFarland Jet-Powered 2010 Chevrolet Camaro “Turbinaro”

    “You’ve probably noticed that I’m happily bidding on this special Healey. Coming across such an untouched time capsule of a car is a real treat. We have a passionate Healey community here in the Netherlands (and even a very attractive Austin Healey museum), so I hope to restore this car to its original condition and preserve it for future generations. Kudos to BAT!”

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    Ernst commented on No Reserve: 72-Years-Family-Owned 1953 Austin-Healey 100 BN1 Roadster Project

    “As a Kia enthusiast (yes, we exist), this is the holy grail. The looks you’d get for telling people what this is make it worth any expense. I’d rather have one of these over the Lotus version, just for that novelty. The stock drivetrain isn’t bad at all, but I can’t help but wonder how one of these would do with a modern Gamma 1.6 or 1.6T swap from Hyundai. In a way you’d keep it “in the family” but really liven it up. I don’t think there’s as many purists out there for the Kia version anyway.…”

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    krudmuphin commented on 1997 Kia Vigato

  • What to Know About yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “A perfect vehicle for Veterans Day! Thank you to all veterans!
    Before his passing, I was fortunate to attend an open house at Jacques Littlefield’s estate where there were hundreds of tanks from all eras. He and his crew did a masterful job of restoring and maintaining these beauties.
    I was wondering if this was ever part of his collection?”

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    portraitmac commented on Stuart M5A1 Tank

    “Delivery-mileage ‘70s land yachts are so much more fun to follow than the stock market. 📈”

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    shervinator commented on No Reserve: 97-Mile 1979 Lincoln Mark V Collector Series

    “The Haynes Manual for the Chieftain Main Battle Tank – Owners’ Workshop Manual is authored by Dick Taylor and published by Haynes Publishing Group in association with The Tank Museum. 
    • ISBN: 978-1-78521-059-4. 
    • Covers the Chieftain MBT from 1966 onwards—design, construction, operation, maintenance. 
    You can also get one for a Supermarine Spitfire amongst other interesting means of transport. Haynes was my biggest source pre internet when I got interested in Alfa…”

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    AlfistiNY commented on Leyland FV4201 Chieftain Main Battle Tank

    “I raced against this car for decades, always fast and well prepared… driven by an absolute Gentleman…”

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    bentleyboy29 commented on 36-Years-Owned 1959 Morgan Plus 4 Race Car 2.2L

  • Yesterday’s comments of note: A Practical Look

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

    “In 1967, my dad informed me that he had purchased, with my savings, 1960 Falcon with 60K miles for $325.00.
    While it would not have been my choice, I was excited to enter the world of independence from walking, bicycling and public transportation.
    The 144 ci engine didn’t last long with my heavy foot and the constant diet of re-refined oil I fed it from our local Site gas station.
    I found a 260 at the junk yard and that was a great improvement.
    The original radiator did not like the 260, so…”

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    Atom0096 commented on No Reserve: 29-Years-Owned 1961 Ford Falcon Futura Project

    “First BaT win. Thanks fam!”

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    bidhighordietrying commented on M20B25 Stroker–Powered 1985 BMW 323i Coupe 5-Speed

    “Besides the provenance of RH and HA, this is an awesome spec – ’71 with Stroppe installed power steering and auto with lettered adapter. Exciting to have and driving the 4 turn steering offroad is awesome. Ask me how I know.”

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

  • Here’s yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “Hi this is Phyllis Yes. I bought the car back because I couldn’t sleep thinking
    that the paint might be taken off. It will be donated to a museum for all to enjoy.”

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    Justme123 commented on 1967 Porsche 911S Coupe “Por She” Art Car by Dr. Phyllis Yes

    “Toyota really built them well back in the day. Not only that, but they’re not too big, not too small and look good. New owner will be happy. GLWTA”

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    Spider_Mike commented on No Reserve: 1995 Toyota Pickup XtraCab DX V6 4×4 5-Speed

    “I own the same car, even down to the 1592 twin cam and automatic transmission. It was built 6,028 cars later than this one, currently has 178,408 miles, and is our daily driver. I got it from the original owner’s family, and am technically the 4th caretaker. Since I also specialize in Fiats, I have serviced it mostly from new.
    We take it on club tours, and it’s comfortable at an indicated 70+ mph. In 2024 we won worst in class at the concours d’lemons in Seaside California, and last year we…”

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    Fiatplus commented on No Reserve: 1974 Fiat 124 Special Sedan

  • Yesterday’s comments of note — Explained

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

    “@pa_hillbilly @Goog66 Thanks!! Well fought!
    Quick story…my buddy was on @BAT yesterday, and he happened to see a 1972 Elkhart Green Corvette that looked a lot like the one my father used to own. He clicked on the link, and crazily, this car was located in Mentor, Ohio, not far from where we live. I know my father sold this car back in 2003 to someone local (he owned it since 1975), but I had no idea that it was still in the area. I basically lost track of it. Sure enough, the VIN checked…”

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    MichaelPCLE commented on 23-Years-Owned 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe 4-Speed

    “Looking through the photos at the hand built beauty of this Cheetah is a reminder of a time when a bunch of guys with a dream could put something like this together.
    Some chrome moly, fiberglass and a bunch of odd parts and down the road you go. Like when my dad and I built a go cart from a Sears catalogue and a Briggs and Stratton lawn mower motor.
    Miss those days.”

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    RussR commented on 1966 Bill Thomas Cheetah Coupe

    “In the summer of 1971, my parents took my brother, sister and me across country in a 67 Camaro 327 Sport Coupe towing a U-Haul covered trailer from Los Angeles to New Jersey. We were 13, 11 and 6 years old and it was tight back there, but an adventure. So yeah, people put a hitch on anything with a V8 back in the day. Beautiful car. I can’t help but wonder if someone will go stock, or create a Bullitt clone.”

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    Ivabign commented on 58-Years-Family-Owned 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback S-Code 390 Project

  • Yesterday’s comments of note — Explained

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

    “Thanks everyone! And, yes I will definitely be driving it!”

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    gtrmnmck commented on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Berlinetta

    “I’ve learned a lot on this project. Thank you dad, grandpa, uncles, and friends to show me around the toolbox. This project has certainly helped me as a 15T Blackhawk mechanic to pick up aviation terminolgy easier. I wouldn’t have had the start I did without your help. My projects started small LOL, but have gotten bigger over the years. If anyone has any remaining questions, feel free to ask. Happy to see this car go to a good owner, but I’m happy to drive it around to car shows and…”

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    1970DartWright commented on 440-Powered 1970 Dodge Dart Custom Hardtop

    “The Lexus LS430 was built at the moment when the pursuit of perfection and the economics of mass production briefly coincided. That window has closed; it may not open again in our lifetime. And so these cars matter—not for what they are worth in dollars, but for what they prove: that it was possible, that once, for six years in a factory in Tahara, Japan, human beings got as close to perfect as human beings have ever got in the building of a motorcar. And then they stopped, and we moved on……”

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    JCDenton commented on No Reserve:18k-Mile 2006 Lexus LS430 Ultra Luxury Package

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