Inspiration

  • What to Know About yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “This car always stuck out with ONE simple metric that I read back when it was being tested… 50mph to 75mph, it beat out the Testarossa and Porsche Carrera 4.
    I think we know a hybrid RAV4 today could probably do this, but in period it blew my socks off to know this.
    May this Swedish Testarossa be enjoyed for many more years. GLWTA”

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    exxonvaldez commented on 1995 Saab 9000 Aero 5-Speed

    “Blue is such an underrated color for Ferraris. Most shades of blue look great on Ferraris, specially on larger, front-engine ones like this, the 612, or the FF.”

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    Seena commented on 17k-Mile 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

    “Much respect to the owner(s) who put the miles on this beauty-McLaren’s are meant to be driven!”

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    oneof16 commented on 2012 McLaren MP4-12C

  • Yesterday’s comments of note: A Practical Look

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

    “I remember growing up in the 90s and early 2000s watching this series on speedvision, cable channel 53 back then. Kinda brings back memories of the real time integra type r from back in that era as well. Great memories.”

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    HerbDaddy commented on Ex–Derek Bell & Randy Pobst 2000 Audi S4 Competition Evolution

    “Months and months of car shopping… hope I can daily drive this for another 100k miles”

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    Durf_Business commented on N55-Powered 2010 BMW 328i Wagon 6-Speed

    “I remember back in the mid to late 80s, collectors were buying big blocks C2’s, but stayed away from split windows, telling everybody nobody wants them, hard to see out of the back, blah, blah blah! Funny how times have changed.
    Beautiful Car, GLWTA!”

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    Barstoolman1127 commented on No Reserve: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split-Window Coupe L76 327/340 4-Speed

  • Understanding yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “Poster child for Toyota reliability, durability, ruggedness, ease of ownership all wrapped up in a perfectly sized no nonsense do it all pickup.
    Added bonus, respectable mpg and well mannered handling.”

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    Sarki commented on No Reserve: 1997 Toyota T100 Xtracab 4×4 5-Speed

    “These Ford GT’s are so much fun to drive, I took mine out this morning and the experience is almost indescribable. I have other supercars as well but the Ford GT is by far the best. Until you drive one you will never understand the why you need one of these in your collection. I do think they deserve to be DRIVEN!!!”

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    GTgirl commented on 166-Mile 2005 Ford GT

    “Thank you. My hubby has been talking about getting one for 10-plus years, and I am getting this to surprise him when he finishes his cancer treatments!”

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    Mamaofmany commented on 1989 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

  • Yesterday’s comments of note You Should Know

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

    “If you told me I would pull-up BaT today and there would be a 6-wheeled EcoSport for sale, I would have sent you to rehab. I’m speechless.”

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    Fatalvenom commented on No Reserve: Custom Six-Wheeled 2019 Ford EcoSport Titanium

    “A very special car here. This is one of the original World’s Fair batch of 60 Mustang GTs Ford built for the 1965 New York World’s Fair, the cars that introduced the GT package to the press and the first ones that rolled off the line. On April 15, 1965, all 60 were lined up together. Henry Ford II, Lee Iacocca, and Don Frey rolled past the row. The cars then went to journalists for a 10-day press evaluation. After that they were returned to Ford and sold as demos. About 20 of the original…”

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    MotorGuild commented on No Reserve: World’s Fair Batch 1965 Ford Mustang Coupe GT A-Code 289

    “Starting in 2023 these cars are turbocharged only it runs the 3gen erad rear diff that is constantly engaged compared to the clutch style of the previous model which could disconnect when not needed. The fun part is that if you are driving electric only you are rwd with instant torque.
    I trekked down from Seattle to Cali for. ‘24 with 4k miles on it. It’s my daily commuter and plugging it in at home I have only topped off the gas tank once in 2 months.
    Anyone that is considering these…”

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    onyxeros commented on 2023 Volvo V60 T8 Polestar Engineered

  • Here’s yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “@RTCH having worked at David Hobbs Honda in 2000, when they debuted in the US. Apparently, at least for the initial wave or first year, dealerships had the option having all their S2000s fully equipped with aero accessories or non of them equipped. Not sure how long that lasted, but Hobbs had all the initial S2000s equipped. When the first ones arrived at the dealership everything came to a halt, all employees came outside to gawk while David and Greg inspected and tested them for about 30…”

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    Vandabs commented on 27k-Mile 2001 Honda S2000

    “My parents bought a white 65 Notch in the mid 70s from people that had toured Europe in it. It was the car I finally passed my fourth driver license test in . I know , go ahead and lol. Dad made me take the 1st in a 2wd, straight six, three on the tree suburban with no power steering. 2nd in a 2wd , 302 v8 IH Scout with the stiff lurchy clutch that gave you the Jimmy leg. Neither one worked well for a skinny 16 year old. 3rd didn’t leave the DMV because I “didn’t adjust the mirrors” , after…”

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    Ghiasteve commented on 46-Years-Owned 1965 Volkswagen Type 3 Notchback 4-Speed

    “I ordered one of these, a British Racing Green unit in NYC and put $25 down on it. It was priced at $6641.00. I didn’t inherit any money when I turned 21 like I told the dealer I might and had to release it to sell to someone else. It did show up on the showroom floor and that was the last time I saw it. I later converted the front of my MGA to look like a cobra… and then changed it back when I made it my first race car… This was in 1965.”

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    Buckedup commented on 1964 Shelby Cobra 289 Mark II 5-Speed

  • Yesterday’s comments of note — Explained

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

    “Ah, the memories! This was my first-ever brand new car, purchased in Petersburg, Virginia when this fresh Army Quartermaster second lieutenant received a small fortune (It seemed so at the time) from the Army in TDY pay and turned it into Kenosha metal. Mine had the 343 not the 390, but was exactly this color, same transmission, and the brown leather which was original to this car, too. The car accompanied me to my first–and only–duty station in West Germany because officers’ car-shipping was…”

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    no.radar commented on 1970 AMC AMX

    “I had an opportunity to buy a friends 51 Mercury sled, I always wanted from his wife. Gary died in March 2026 from prostate cancer, he was 77, I’m 75. I just don’t have indoor storage for both so the Caddy has to go. I enjoyed it for a year so somebody can have fun with the top down!”

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    Ranfabmach commented on LS3-Powered 1961 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible

    “This is my car. I have had every generation of 911, air cooled and water cooled, turbo and NA, all of which are in various states of “hot rod”. Even my CGT has some mods. I bought this car to hot rod as well, but it was so mint that I couldn’t do it, it is truly flawless inside and out. However, my OCD got the best of me and I invested whatever was needed to make the car perfect and decided to let it go as an offering to the BAT community. @hoarsche enjoy!”

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    rbpalley commented on 1991 Porsche 911 Turbo

  • A Look at yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “Never, until today, has El Camino and Continental kit ever been used in the same sentence, for me anyway.
    Now, I will never be able to unsee it.”

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    Atom0096 commented on No Reserve: 21-Years-Owned 1987 Chevrolet El Camino Project

    “Such a beautiful car. Growing up my dad had one of these in a red/orange color. Have so many great memories driving around with him in it. I hope this goes to a great home”

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    peche711 commented on 1990 BMW 325i Coupe M-Technic II

    “I bought this car intending to enjoy driving it, and I did. I’ve owned this Viper since April 2000 and have kept it longer than any other car I’ve owned. It has spent its life just south of Houston. I’ve enjoyed it enormously over the past 26 years, including four driving schools and 5-6 autocross events. I’m selling it because I’m almost 70 and the Viper has become harder for me to get in and out of and to drive without pain (2 surgeries on the ball of my left foot). I hope its next owner…”

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    A-Car00 commented on Original-Owner 2000 Dodge Viper GTS

  • Yesterday’s comments of note You Should Know

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

    “Man, already at $4M before I could get my comment in….
    I want to thank the team at BaT for bringing us so far. It is amazing to cross the quarter million auctions milestone together.
    And a big thank you to the @1600veloce team for helping us mark the occasion with this beautiful 288. Anthony gets so much well-deserved credit, but it takes the whole team there to do the amazing things they do.
    And maybe my favorite part of BaT is that Lot #250,001, right behind this one, is a…”

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

    “I want to send a big congrats to the team @BaT for 250,000 listings! Kudos again to the team behind the scenes!
    Our team was so proud to be a part of this journey.
    @bringatrailer Randy I want to thank you for all the support and the fun ideas we have bounced off each other all these years. This listing like any listing, can be a bumper for an MG to a Halo Ferrari. It all belongs here. The best site, the best community.
    We discussed what type of car we would want to list. Well here…”

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    1600veloce commented on Lot #250,000: 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO

    “These cars were so ahead of their time. Supercharged, intercooled, 4 wheel discs with ABS, IRS with adaptive damping, even pneumatic adjustable side bolsters. I still have my 35th anniversary 5 speed version, and it remains a pleasure to drive unlike most crude live axle domestics of the era.”

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    DoctorV8 commented on Original-Owner 1990 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe

  • Yesterday’s comments of note: A Practical Look

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

    “We currently have a 250 SWB in our care that was built in direct collaboration with the exceptional team at GTO Engineering. Prior to joining Mohr Imports, I had the privilege of running GTO Engineering’s Los Angeles operation for several years and visited both the GTO House and restoration facility on multiple occasions.
    I can’t say enough positive things about the craftsmanship, attention to detail, and passion that goes into these cars. Having had the opportunity to work alongside both…”

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    MohrImports commented on 250 GT Berlinetta SWB “Revival” by GTO Engineering

    “A Nova Wagon with dog dish wheels and a V8 paired to a 4 speed. It doesn’t get a better than that! GLWTA”

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    70_duster commented on No Reserve: 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova Wagon 327 4-Speed

    “Gated V8 over V10 with paddles! Do you agree? Love the Mugello Blue Pearl Paint! Beautiful!
    GLWTA”

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    SingleClutch commented on 11k-Mile 2009 Audi R8 Coupe 6-Speed

    “Such great trucks, went a decade with minimal styling updates. And the Vortec Chevy 454 is a LEGEND! And if it is really as clean as it appears, someone is going to get an awesome ride. Only thing it is missing from my ideal 3/4 Suburban build sheet would be barn doors in back, but the tailgate is what makes pregaming work too.”

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    One_for_the_Hill commented on 1999 Chevrolet K2500 Suburban LT 7.4L 4×4

  • Yesterday’s comments of note You Should Know

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

    “Of course, the whole 250,000 Auctions Milestone was all anybody could talk about at the Grounds for Divorce. Lucinda started promoting it the minute the listing went live, offering a Two-Fer on Texas pecan pie and free Folgers to anyone who showed up wearing a Bring a Trailer T-shirt.
    Hank over at the Lucky Lady Lounge had a similar promotion going, but the T-shirt had to be wet and there were considerably fewer takers. Ultimately, Earl from Earl’s Salvage Yard and Formalwear took home the…”

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

    “OK, I’ve been meaning to write this story for awhile now, and so now is the appropriate time to share that story.
    I remember in the early 2000s when all the trade rags showed the new Mustang. they were beautiful. I would periodically go and test drive them. I remember once driving a GT with a 3.73 rear end and a 5-speed manual and that thing had some git up and go!
    Where I live, they have a car show every MLK weekend. They had one of these Bullitts on display and I wanted one.…”

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    TL486 commented on 630-Mile 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt

    “As the owner of a 73 1600 Touring, these are fun and useful with the rear seats folded down lots of cargo space they are a few inches shorter than sedans and have a more aerodynamic windshield angle. At a 02 meet up they are rare.
    GLWA”

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    Rommel commented on No Reserve: 1974 BMW 2002 Touring 4-Speed