A Look at yesterday’s comments of note
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“I wake up today a little sad knowing that I have to part ways with my old girl. But I’m also excited knowing that someone out there is going to be able to take her in, put her to work and enjoy everything she has to offer.”
“Absolutely gorgeous car. This auction will provide some needed distraction in between shoveling and the playoff games. :). GLWA”
“43 years of ownership is amazing. And the tii looks like a really nice survivor. What a cool old bimmer.”
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“A Christmas wish, a dream of speed and grace,
No simple toy beneath the tinsel’s shine,
But a Chiron Bugatti to leave its trace,
A masterpiece of power, wholly divine.
The price tag high, a fortune vast to pay,
For roaring engines and the scent of leather new,
Upon this joyful, gift-receiving day,
A gleaming marvel, in a stunning hue.
Beneath the tree, no socks nor simple game,
But keys in hand to unlock might untold,
To feel the rush, the engine’s rising flame,
A Christmas…”
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MTH commented on 2022 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport
“I’ll add a brief perspective here as someone who has worked on and flown a wide range of aircraft.
For background, I’m an A&P with Inspection Authorization (IA), with nearly two decades of experience in airline maintenance, and I currently fly the Boeing 767. I’m also a general aviation aircraft owner and have owned and operated a GA maintenance shop.
I’m familiar with Lil’ Red and her maintenance history, and I’ve reviewed and observed the work that’s been performed on…”
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Mr_Intl commented on 1972 Grumman AA-1A Trainer
“Our family thanks all of you for checking out our car and for the fun and informative dialogue this week. It will be a bittersweet moment to say goodbye to this piece of history. Our hope is for this ol’ girl to have her story told and her former glory restored. We congratulate the future auction winner of the 56’ Imperial Convertible project. We can’t wait to see her roll down the street, top down, and HEMI purring once again! Best of luck to all the bidders.”
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Kay777 commented on 1956 Imperial Convertible & 1956 Imperial Sedan Projects
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:
“A Volvo PV544 has been my dream car since I was a teenager. I belong to a women’s vintage car club here on the CA Central Coast called the Highway Honeys. “Lemondrop” as I am calling this beauty would be a perfect addition to my life!”
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Wonderwomanenf commented on 1966 Volvo 544
“One of America’s coolest four door sedans ever built, in a beautiful rare color, in excellent condition. Wow!”
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JayKay2430 commented on No Reserve: 16k-Mile 2003 Mercury Marauder
“A rare Terminator here. Only 610 Redfire ‘verts rolled off the assembly line in ’03, and only 196 of those had the Parchment Suede seat inserts. GLWA!”
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Z282SLO commented on 30k-Mile 2003 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Convertible
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“Thanks all! I’m compiling the finest Fiat coachbuilt museum in America and this was the missing piece. I am so excited!!!!!”
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happiesttrees commented on No Reserve: 1970 Fiat Moretti 850 Sportiva S2
“I’d like to thank everyone who joined the conversation. There were many great comments, and I learned a lot about my car. This BaT process has been so cool for me to be a part of. It’s just been fun – maybe the only fun way to let go of this car. Here are a few last pics. Thank you all!!”
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NIbor commented on No Reserve: Supercharged 2005 Lotus Elise
“I worked on the development of these back at the start of my career as an engineer with Isuzu in Cerritos, CA. The prototype from Japan was purple and RHD which got lots of stares and thumbs up Super fun cars to drive. Drove it to Lake Tahoe through many fun roads. Handled pretty well for a SUV.”
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alxsanchez23 commented on 1999 Isuzu VehiCROSS
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“Thank you, I’m bringing her home”
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CHARLENEBILLIE commented on SEMA-Exhibited Hotchkis “E-Max” 1970 Dodge Challenger 340 Six Pack 5-Speed
“If I could only own one vehicle for the rest of my life, and could never switch it… this is what I would get.
-Stupid reliable.
-Powerful enough to explore in the mountains and pull a boat to the lake.
-Always classy. Always adventurous.
-Good for one person, and good for a family.
-Safe.
-Enough tech to be convenient, but not too much to get in the way.”
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overlandish commented on 2021 Toyota Land Cruiser URJ200 Heritage Edition
“This is a stunning car with amazing history! The fact that Jim Froula of Racecraft has done the recent work on it makes me feel very good. I race my Datsun 510 in the historic B Sedan class against many of the cars supported by Jim at vintage events. The cars under his tent are always extremely well prepared, highly competitive, and generally with great history. I’m in. Let’s see where this baby ends up. Would love to keep it in the West Coast but I suspect the European bidders know quite…”
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Dave_Car_Guy commented on 1988 BMW M3 Group A Race Car
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“Absolute stunner. Certainly one of the top three motorcycles of all time; likely the ‘top one’.
Exquisite restoration. This can, and ought, to be ridden.”
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Lord_Balfour_IV commented on 1952 Vincent Black Shadow
“I’ve driven this car & own a w108 Matt fitted a 113k drivetrain to. If you have the means I highly recommend it.”
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Waitforit commented on 5.4L M113-Powered 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230SL 6-Speed by Kwiek Classics
“I must commend the team at Revology on an absolute triumph of packaging. It is one thing to shoehorn a Gen 3 Coyote into an early-model engine bay, but the way this has been engineered is incredibly clean. You actually left plenty of room to work on the car, and the plumbing is pure art. It takes a truly discerning eye to differentiate this from a factory-spec 1968 Fastback until you pop the hood.
The juxtaposition of eras is beautifully executed. Catching the modern Ford door-ajar chime in…”
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Big_DaddyRL commented on Coyote-Powered Ford Mustang GT Fastback by Revology
“Absolutely wild that this is an original owner car. I have to imagine that it’s very difficult to part with it after all of this time. Best of luck with the sale, it’s beautiful, and clearly has been loved.”
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OvenRude commented on Original-Owner 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S Coupe 6-Speed