A Look at yesterday’s comments of note

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

“Anecdotally, I was told by the head of Porsche Museum (at the time) Dieter Labdsburger, that they took the Abarth to the wind tunnel and a standard 356, and found out that the Abarth, that they paid a lot of money for for further development in aerodynamics, was less aerodynamic than the stock version! I think this example is simply beautiful, tastefully done, and without the aerodynamic drag of the car it was trying to emulate…. but retaining the lovely engine lid. I will be watching….…”

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racetobid commented on Modified 1960 Porsche 356B Sunroof Coupe

“When I was a new pilot in a Navy Fighter Squadron, one of my favorite “older” Squadron mates used to have get togethers at his house. He had a bar in his kitchen /living room and at the end was his lucky ejection seat that he had used when he was an F-8 pilot. He had the seat built in and only HE was allowed to ever sit in that “lucky” seat! Good memories.”

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Sequoia commented on No Reserve: ACES II Ejection Seat

“I’ve owned two of these. My first was a brand new fawn beige 283 4bbl that I drove 60,000 miles in three years. I had the dealer add GM seat belts. It was completely trouble free. Mine originally came with the spare tire tucked under the top well. About a year into it Chevrolet had a recall to move it to the right rear quarter panel are as this car shows. People were cutting the rear window and stealing the spare tires. I still have the original window sticker. A beautiful car.”

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Retiredjag commented on 35-Years-Owned 1961 Chevrolet Impala Convertible 283

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

“I did the rear disc conversion on this truck many years ago. It was done using front hubs (bolt right on) and RRC /DI rear rotors and calipers. I never liked the way Land Rover cheaped out on the factory rear Salisbury disc setup by using the narrow drive flanges with short splines that strip out easily and short spindles with narrow spaced bearings… That’s why I used to do it this way, retaining the far better wide drive flanges and longer axle spline engagement, with wet splines. The…”

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51rvr commented on 1993 Land Rover Defender 110 NAS 5-Speed

“When I was a kid, I remember overhearing a conversation between my mom and dad about it being time for a new car. Final words to my dad were “I don’t care what it is as long as it’s a station wagon!’. Boy, just imagine if he had come home with this one!!”

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PanteraMike74 commented on No Reserve: 31-Mile 2025 Audi RS6 Avant GT

“I use to own that car. I bought it from the original owner who owned it in Sacramento California. When I sold it through a Ferrari shop located in San Mateo it went back east . At the time it still had it’s original paint and by looking at the pictures I think it still does.. I had both seats redone in the original material that I obtained from Italy.. i remember the car well. ( I designed the battery closing panel as I could not find back then an original battery cover.. The car never had…”

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dinoverde commented on 1972 Alfa Romeo Montreal

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

“A great car with a great story! I’m often surprised how wing cars are optioned. For example, the C-21 Center front-seat cushion and folding armrest with column automatic, seen here. Deluxe wheel covers? I guess I assume it’s a class of car that would naturally be more loaded up.
Of course their existence as the manufacturers were pushing the limits of NASCAR homologation rules ensures they are inherently fascinating. Producing them had nothing to do with marketing them for profit.…”

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Valiantjim commented on 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona

“Beautiful Square body! I have had 4 over the last 4 decades and have an 85 GMC Sierra Classic 3500 that is a Fall Guy replica. These trucks are imo the best trucks ever made. Someone will be getting a beautiful example and it being the first year of production is even a nicer feature. GLWTA👌👌👌”

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DBG1973 commented on 1973 Chevrolet K20 4×4

“@64_S1 Not only can you drive this back home to the Midwest, you SHOULD! As one who has driven my S2 Elan coast to coast and border to border, I highly recommend it, with a couple of caveats. First, as you noted, install the side windows. Even with the top down it will keep the wind from beating you up. Then, when you put the top up, only if needed for major rain of course, you will stay relatively dry.
Second, do not use interstate highways unless there is no reasonable alternative. As the…”

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Ross_Robbins commented on No Reserve: 1966 Lotus Elan S2

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:

“At 82 years old I know my time is winding down but I have always recognized and truly appreciated what it took to create something like this.”

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Trifiveron commented on Twin-Turbocharged Kaase “Boss Nine” V8-Powered 1964 Ford Ranchero by Kindig-It Design

“World class champion, world class person. Survivor, victor, inspiration to many. Rest in peace. Blessings to all your family, friends, fans, and competitors.”

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Slandry002 commented on Alex Zanardi, 1966-2026

“Power to weight for the win! This must about triple the horsepower from stock. I really like the angled exhaust exit and the great choice of wheels. The MOMO wheel is the finishing touch on this extremely tidy build.
I’m already smiling just thinking about driving this street legal go-kart. Being behind the wheel of this would make my face hurt from happiness.
GLWTA.”

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CarDogThreePedals commented on K20-Powered 1985 Fiat Bertone X1/9 6-Speed

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

“@ctalisman
Thank you bud. You have no idea what this car means to me. Money aside I always wanted one when I was a kid and a friend of mine had one once and would always wear blue socks because of the car. Just wonderful memories with this platform in my head.”

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ZeusBearThor commented on 7k-Mile 2002 BMW M Coupe S54

“That’s me with the seller. I believe we were snowboarding at Mt Hood that day. What a beast of a vehicle! It hauled many people to Mt. for a number of years. Great memories!”

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BarrettSmith commented on No Reserve: 29-Years-Family-Owned 1974 International Harvester Travelall 100 Deluxe 4×4

“I owned a J-car with V6, they were better and more reliable than they get credit for. Chevrolet did a great job styling the Z24, love the cowl-induction hood. Those tint headlight covers are pure 80s nostalgia, I sold hundreds of them back in the day.”

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mr_smee commented on 44k-Mile 1986 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 Coupe 4-Speed