Inspiration

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

“I’m a Buick guy, but those tri-color Pontiac interiors of this period are hard to beat. Fantastic piece of automotive art here.”

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Middler89 commented on 38k-Mile 1959 Pontiac Bonneville Custom Safari

“I was in charge of the 427 crate engine program western region for GM parts this is absolutely perfect!! Example with nothing missing and also has the extremely rare jacket that not too many customers ordered once you purchase the engine you would submit your jacket size also the correct year GM performance parts catalogs also photo 29 that’s my handwriting on the serial written by hand the warranty paper perfect example I can’t think of a more complete kit with nothing missing !!! If anybody…”

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DinoAAAA commented on GM Performance Parts Anniversary Edition Chevrolet 427 Crate Engine

“In my opinion, the original, first series “sports saloon” Jaguars are the purest and best. These are the ones you will see at Goodwood! I love the center instrument cluster, like the XK cars. I also think the smaller windows and extra wood interior appointments work extremely well with these cars. OK, the far more commonly surviving MK 2 cars are just fine in their own right, but just like in the consideration of the E type evolving variations, I remain firmly in the first original series…”

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Jaguar3.4 commented on 1958 Jaguar Mk I 3.4 4-Speed

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

“My family has been the proud steward of this remarkable 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham for nearly 70 years, and it has been one of our most treasured possessions. My father purchased this car new in 1957 as a gift to my mother, and it has been a part of our family’s story ever since.
My father, Ralph S. Peer, was a pioneering figure in the American music industry; the A&R executive behind some of the most historically significant recordings ever made, including Crazy Blues, the first…”

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PH8159 commented on Original-Family-Owned 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham

“The car that blasted through Porsche RR7 at Laguna Seca Raceway in Oct 2023. I could remember being invited to the unveiling of the GT3 R Rennsport. Patrick Long was introducing this beauty in the hot pits at Laguna Seca Raceway outside of garage 12. Great memories capturing this beauty through the crowd of enthusiasts and gear heads at 9:30 pm at night after day one of Porsche’s RR7. One of the best modern day GT cars by Metzger and Porsche.”

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corkscrewlife commented on 2024 Porsche 911 GT3 R Rennsport

“A cool Ferrari moment I thought I would share, the Mondial was the only model Ferrari pope John Paul II was ever seen in. This picture comes from the Pope’s visit to the legendary Ferrari factory in Maranello, Italy back in 1988. He later celebrated Mass at the Fiorano Circuit racetrack. Instead of traveling in the regular Popemobile that day, the Pope took a ride in one of the Ferraris that was waiting for him at the factory. The mondial remains an icon with timeless pininfarina lines, mid…”

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Carguy4fun commented on 1991 Ferrari Mondial T Cabriolet

“This is about as thoughtful of a build as they come. The TJM T17 is the best aftermarket bumper in my opinion. I’m curious about the Kenwood touch screen – I’ve got an ’03, and am not familiar with this navigation delete.”

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leucadiacruiser commented on One-Owner 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser UZJ100

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

“My wife drives a PT Cruiser. She LOVES the car. We’ve never been able to take it on any kind of road trip without a CEL. I keep an OBD II reader in the car. Two crankshaft position sensors, one camshaft position sensor, one idle air mixture valve, two ECMs, and numerous gas caps. Did I mention that she loves the thing?”

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bigslimsdad commented on sludgo’s Mile Markers: Mile 216

“Another amazing 911. Norway knows how to build for sure. This is why I love coming to BAT. Not only do I learn more about some of the cars I never really got into. Plus with my serious health issues right now, BAT really helps me get up early, and make it through another day. And it gives me hope that one day I will own one. GLWTA!!!”

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MikeFiftyNine commented on RWD-Converted 1994 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Widebody Coupe 4.0L 6-Speed

“Wow this is a beauty! Oregon just has the nicest square body and OBS trucks on the planet seems like”

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wsettle68 commented on 1986 GMC C2500 Sierra Classic Diesel

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

“It’s incredible to see the one-year only chromed exhaust extensions! They were unique to 1975 Formulas and 400-powered Trans Ams.
For record, the chromed splitters, which were introduced on the 1974 GTO were included with the Trans Am’s “455 HO” package introduced in midyear 1975 and used throughout the remainder of the 1970s and into the 1980s.”

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RockyRotella commented on 10k-Mile 1975 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

“When I was 17 my best friend bought almost this same car – his was actually a ‘67 but they look the same to me. At the time it was an 8 year old used car, bought for $800
What a great car that was! Some of my favorite memories are cruising with my best friend in the Cadillac listening to Led Zeppelin. A true Party Barge! He passed away last year, still my best friend. Thanks for the memories”

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Johnathebar commented on No Reserve: 1968 Cadillac Sedan DeVille Hardtop Sedan

“I had to give up my old track day 911 I bought many years ago at 19. I promised myself that one day I would find a way to fill that void. I guess today’s that day.
Thanks everyone. We had a great time.”

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Maybethis commented on 28k-Mile 2016 Porsche Cayman GT4

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

“When I look at this listing I can feel Anne’s arms around my waist. Both of us sixteen. Laughing with each other as we sped around sludgoville on those hot summer nights back in ’77 on the bike I picked up for a couple-hundred bucks from a buddy who needed the cash. No helmets. No leathers. Just being kids who thought we were immortal. These days I’m holding on to those moments of youth you can never really hold on to, only remember. But tonight, on this silly website, I can still smell her…”

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sludgo commented on No Reserve: 1971 Honda CB350

“3.8L in a car that weighs as much as a Slim Jim?
Yes please!
Some cars come with engines….some engines come with cars.
One of the most exciting E21s featured on BaT.”

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SlowNRusty commented on 3.8L-Powered 1979 BMW Alpina B6 5-Speed

“Those roof air intakes are SO COOL!
It must have been so much fun being a car designer during this era. Styling and thinking of the next big thing was the competitive differentiator then. And let’s not forget about the space age influence that began to appear in the late 50s.
Nice car and restoration @seller.”

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LegacyGraphicDesign commented on 1957 Mercury Turnpike Cruiser 4-Door Phaeton Sedan

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:

“Thanks, everyone! I’m literally shaking, I’m so excited. Life-long dream just got fulfilled”

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Brian3549 commented on No Reserve: 428 Stroker-Powered ERA 427SC Roadster 5-Speed

“My wife drove one in high school and college that was identical to this one. Her mom drove it before that. Someone hit her and totaled it right before I met her and she still talks about it daily. Gonna be a great addition.”

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btnapier83 commented on No Reserve: 1997 Jeep Cherokee Country 4×4

“Life is busy. Free time is minimal. BaT is my one escape each day. I love it when something truly unique shows up in a crowd of amazing vehicles. This was a pretty cool one to see show up. Can’t wait to watch it!”

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CoopCity commented on 2001 Ford Explorer Sportsman Concept

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

“They say Fort Stockton remembers things the way a screen door remembers wind. Not perfectly, not completely, but enough to make you swear something passed through.
The story of the Lincoln started that way.
It was the summer of 1937 when the couple arrived at the Cattle Baron Hotel, slipping into town like they had taken a wrong turn somewhere east of Dallas and decided not to correct it. The car came first, of course. Folks always remember the car before they remember the people.
Long…”

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CaptainMyCaptain commented on Jim Farley’s 1937 Lincoln Model K Coupe by LeBaron

“My first awesome car! Bought slightly used in 1993, it was the dark grey color, almost black, and I put a 1″ drop on it with 16″ Momo 5 spoke wheels. Had a killer sound system in it and absolutely loved that car. Had it stolen in Seattle and recovered a few weeks later pretty much stripped out. Just didn’t feel the same anymore so sold it for what I could and moved on to a Toyota truck. Have owned damn near every Honda since then — Odyssey, Ridgeline, Accord and 2 generations of Civic…”

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MrNismo commented on No Reserve: 1991 Honda Prelude Si 5-Speed

“wow, I used to service this car . worked for Ghent Motor Co. in 64 and 65. I wonder which salesman they bought it from, Bill Powers or Tex Perkins. Salesmen got 50$ a car back then.”

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citroen commented on No Reserve: 1964 Volkswagen Beetle

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

“What an incredible experience it’d be to drive Carroll Shelby’s GT500 along the Greek coast, windows down, as the sun sets in the Mediterranean before shipping this to its new home.”

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BodyByFisher commented on Ex–Carroll Shelby 1967 Shelby Mustang GT500 4-Speed

“So far ahed of its time! Monocoque body, V4, independent front suspension, coil springs… …items most manufacturers would not adapt until decades later…
What a magnificent machine!
Bill”

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Bill_Noon commented on 1924 Lancia Lambda 2nd Series Torpedo

“Beautiful car. I started at Cadillac in 1957 and the finished Broughams were moved to the executive garage for final inspection and cleanup. I had a small part of that process.
Later in the early 1960s when I worked in the Cadillac parts warehouse on Riopelle and we were surprised by the volume of spring replacement spring kits we were selling for this car. I recall we sold more replacement kits than the number of Broughams built. In many cases Cadillac replaced the air bags with springs…”

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Retiredjag commented on Original-Family-Owned 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham

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

“in 1979 I was working at the old Hughes Aircraft facility in Culver City – right on the ocean where the Spruce Goose was built. We were building the F18 radar there and one of the most experienced radar engineers was Lee Spalding, USC trained, grew up in Gardena and lived in PalosVerdes, He had one of these. It was his daily driver and it had a great deal of miles on it – all original. During the winter he was having trouble with it running – he did all of the work – and we discussed the…”

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ctc911ctc commented on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing

“This car was in our family from 1987-2001, I restored it for my Dad while going to college, went 10.60’s with a 440 when we had it. Neat to see it again.”

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Discoquik commented on 1962 Plymouth Savoy 2-Door Sedan Super Stock Max Wedge 3-Speed

“I used to own this car in the late 80’s early 90’s. the first owner Dave McKenna told me that Chrysler engineers told him that Chrysler used the thinnest gauge metal to stamp out the entire bodies of the Maxwedge cars making them about 400LBS lighter than the production model Savoys. We wighed this car at the race track and it weighed 3250Lbs a little more than our 70 340 Duster. Most people were unaware of this slight of hand. Chevy, Ford and Pontiac weighed 3800-4100Lbs in 62 giving the…”

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Tellinge commented on 1962 Plymouth Savoy 2-Door Sedan Super Stock Max Wedge 3-Speed