Inspiration

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

“Awesome to see another very early production boss! Curious as to when it initially was sold. I own 2013 Boss 302 #0003 in grabber blue. I purchased it in March 2012 from Al Packer Whit Marsh Ford in MD. They had no idea what the production number was and of course I never mentioned it until after I purchased it, then I received a call a few weeks later asking if I’d sell it back or trade it back for another boss plus cash. I declined. I do have more miles on mine, around 9k. Drove it from NJ to…”

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kenw66 commented on 877-Mile 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 #0002

“Brings back wonderful memories !!
One of my best friends ordered a ‘63 Galaxie 500 XL Oxford Blue convertible with the 406/405 Tri-Power engine …By the time it arrived it had the new upgraded 427/425 Dual Quad engine..I can vividly remember the first time opening the hood and seeing those chrome valve covers marked 427-T ….I believe the “T” was for transistor ignition.
The ‘63 Galaxie has always been my favorite Ford, especially the
“R” code Fastback version.”

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Noisyboyz commented on 1963.5 Ford Galaxie 500 Hardtop Fastback R-Code 427 4-Speed

“A lot of the old GN racers, like me, will remember this car. Glad to see it’s still got all the original livery on it, as it’s a history making ride! Will be watching this one!”

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clemsgn commented on Record-Setting 7-Second Twin-Turbocharged 1987 Buick Grand National NHRA SS/DX Drag Car

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

“The missile appeared at Earl’s Salvage Yard & Formalwear on a Tuesday morning.
At least that was what Hairless B29 called it when he walked into the Grounds for Divorce and announced that Earl had acquired a rocket.
Angus Hopper continued buttering his toast.
“How big?”
“Three feet, maybe.”
Angus looked up. “That ain’t much of a rocket.”
“It’s streamlined.”
This was apparently sufficient evidence to bring Rex Hall into the investigation. By nine…”

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CaptainMyCaptain commented on No Reserve: c. 1945 Blackhawk Bantam Porto-Power Tool Kit

“Cannot beat classic guards red on a Gbody. Timeless.”

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Envypete commented on 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe G50

“The Story Here…
As an automotive magazine publisher, editor and motor journalist in the ’80s and ’90s, I was privileged to attend many unique and amazing press functions and receive highly-specialized literature regarding the cars being launched. From the Highlands of Scotland to the South of France. From the US Continental Divide to the jungles and rain forests of Guatemala and Belize. From small back mews of the English Midlands to palatial manor houses in London. What a time it…”

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DaveD commented on No Reserve: Collection of British Automobile Brochures & Press Kits

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

“The 330 GTC has always been a favorite of mine. And the 512BB. When I was first working out of college in the early ’80’s my wife and I honeymooned in San Francisco and I dragged her to Ferrari Los Gatos, and there on the floor were my two dream cars, a 330 GTC sitting next to a 512BB. I remember them being in the $25 – $35K range? And thinking, I’ll be able to afford one of those. Unfortunately life intervened and prices for these cars increased but I was finally able to realize a dream…”

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CarCrzyTom commented on 1968 Ferrari 330 GTC

“I own a manual 6 speed ’07 NC. These are just fabulous vehicles. Nothing goes wrong. Certainly one of the finest engines Mazda ever built. Gobs of fun driving top-down and a true value fot the $ spent. New owner will be happy. GLWTA”

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Spider_Mike commented on 15k-Mile 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring PRHT

“Thanks to all bidders. I fell in love with the 904 when I first saw one in the 1980’s. I think it the most beautiful care design ever. Thats why I had to have the Beck 904. I started discussing the car with Chuck Beck in early 2020, and pulled the trigger in October of 2020. It was a 3 year build process, and I visited the factory many times during the build. My wife was involved too, and picked out the interior colors. I think it turned out nicely. Thanks for all the positive comments.”

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Armbrust commented on Beck 904 GTS

“The 505 wagon, IMHO, is one of the great longroofs. They endure rugged conditions in Africa without complaint. The 4 cylinder engine is about as indestructible as they get. Cargo capacity is unmatched. Yet the ride is so so comfy. Best seats anywhere. The video shows it off well.”

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raoulr commented on 1992 Peugeot 505 SW8

“Another one that I helped build at Torslanda in Goteborg. Some had a note under the dash: built in Sweden by a yankee. I was the only American out of supposedly 46 nationalities working there”

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volvo240s commented on 1979 Volvo 242 DL 5-Speed

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

“My husband has been wanting a Porsche since he was 8. This is a dream come true. Thank you all!”

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enricojillforlenza commented on 1980 Porsche 911SC Coupe

“I’ve seen these cars in person when they were new at Straman’s over next to the Orange County Airport. The workmanship is superb. No one believes me when I say that there was a convertible CRX.
More importantly than that, no one believes there was EVER a teddy bear wheel made for any car – and I’ve told stories about them on a Volkswagen Cabriolet I once had. I have only ever seen ONE at a tire dealer. Never a complete set.
This car embodies every story I’ve ever told about cars made of…”

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shawnebell commented on 41k-Mile 1985 Honda CRX Convertible Conversion 5-Speed

“Campagnolos and Michelins…chef’s kiss”

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SFM1966 commented on 1968 Ferrari 330 GTC

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

“i dont like the red interior i love it – its going to be driven like a b series civic”

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Jds8811 commented on 1996 Porsche 911 Gunther Werks 400R Sport Touring #1

“As a retired Aerospace Engine-nerd, I can relate to this car and the OCD of the prior owners/family. This one won’t be restored nor turned for profit, but it will be driven in the desert southwest and turn over 100,000 miles within a year or so. I drive ’em, I don’t show them or brag about them. Enjoy your cars folks! We ain’t gettin’ any younger, time goes so quickly.
Enjoy your day. God Bless.”

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HalfGlass commented on One-Family-Owned 1968 Plymouth Road Runner Hardtop

“Awesome car. I love pic 149 because it tells a story of what likely happened to most radio delete Camaros in the early 80s when these cars were cheap enough to be purchased by teenagers who would not be caught dead in a car with no tunes. I can see the kid with his dad’s hacksaw, tin snips and pliers lying on his back in that trunk going to town. A couple hours later, with his brand new Jensen Tri-Axials installed, he’s cruising around town with tunes blaring. Radio delete option be damned!!”

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RSGarm commented on 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 4-Speed

“Dave the owner of this car, hosted the Chicago chapter of the Alfa Club at his shop, The Giulietta Studio, last weekend for our annual swap meet. I got to see this car in person, and all I can say is WOWW!! This car is spectacular. Down to details like proper hose clamps, it’s just done so nicely and correctly. Not that you’ll need it, but GLWTA!”

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MPMB commented on 24-Years-Owned 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider Veloce

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

“I owned SN 5077 many years ago. The 4-liter engine pulls like a locomotive. There is comfortable seating for 4 adults. I think it is the best of the 2+2 classic Ferraris. You will never regret owning it. – Keith Martin”

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330america commented on 1964 Ferrari 330 America

“been salivating over this truck all week. you simply cannot buy anything like this today. congrats to whoever gets it!”

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DerekPhillips commented on 5k-Mile 2019 Lexus LX570 Inspiration Series

“Outstanding 7 litre rare cat! You’d likely encounter a (live) cougar in the wild before ever seeing another one of these, incredible GLWTA”

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Tituswolf351 commented on 30-Years-Owned 1968 Mercury Cougar 7-Litre GT-E

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

“A 1952 220A Cabriolet was my daily driver in the early 1970s. When decades later I drove past a billboard depicting a painted one on Sunset Blvd, I did a u-turn to see what it was about. It advertised the Hiro Yamagata exhibit at Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery running from Sept 13 thru Oct 23, 1994. I was at the opening, chatted with Mr Yamagata, and marveled that I was seeing more 220As in one room than I had seen in my entire life.
I asked him why he chose this car to paint. He replied…”

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kirkhenry commented on 1953 Mercedes-Benz 220 Cabriolet A Art Car by Hiro Yamagata

“This is the car that convinced me just why fulvias were rally champions. Having known the owner for a while you can rest assured that this particular example was treated with both love and care.
Having had a chance to drive it down a curvy road or two, it’s mechanically perfect and just a hoot to drive as well.
The gorgeous color doesn’t hurt either.”

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Vikramsomaya commented on 1972 Lancia Fulvia Coupe 1.3S

“My old car – a lovely thing and it’s been nicely maintained.”

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MaxMinshull commented on 1978 Lola T342 Formula Ford

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

“Beautiful: Czech
Graceful: Czech
Unique: Czech
Czech: Czech”

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looselugnut commented on 1941 Tatra T87

“I took my driving test in my Mom’s 75′ Grand Safari Wagon.(same body as this car). one of the longest cars ever built.. I had to parallel park it to get my license.
After going through a blinking red light, the state patrol officer said if you can get this car out of this space without turning over any of the traffic cones, he would give me my license.. My father was laughing so hard he almost fell down.
Some how I ended up with my drivers license..”

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Jdukem commented on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari

“The “Daytona 500” connection is quite plausible. Pontiac VP of PR Bob Emerick was a good friend of Bill France Sr., and Pontiac was the official pace car at Daytona for many years.
As part of that arrangement, speedway executives all drove new “loaner” Pontiacs, and many were allowed to “spec’ them any way they wanted. A loaded full-size wagon could have been part of this rotation.
In my time there, after suffering through several months in a red on red 4-door Phoenix, I ordered a two-tone 5…”

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200mph commented on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari

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

“Just at the point when after all these years, and carefully observing thousands of listings, you begin to think you’re getting a handle on the collector car market, something like this comes along and puts you back in your place.”

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stev0001 commented on LS3-Powered 1952 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe Sport Coupe ICON Derelict

“@mhawkeONT When you get behind the perfectly placed seat and controls slung very low and see the iconic view out of the windshield you know you’re in something very special. You see it you feel it. Going through the gears it just sings, the shifter like a rifle bolt unlike any other. The pedals are place PERFECTLY for heal and toeing. The intake and exhaust climbs to insane levels particularly in 2nd gear, the balance and steering weight are just sublime. Brake pedal feel is just right.…”

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1982Mondial commented on One-Owner, 4,300-Mile 2005 Acura NSX-T 6-Speed

“Look at that engine compartment.. not only can you actually see that beautiful big block engine, you can even see the road below! God I miss the simplicity of these old cars! They will forever be timeless.”

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kenzied1565 commented on 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu COPO L72 427/425 4-Speed

“Gorgeous, significant milestone car! Way ahead of its time. Wonderful restoration and great to see it here on BaT. We’re all excited to see what it will do, as well as the interest and conversations it will spark. If only it were in the U.S., dang!”

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CarGuy70 commented on 1941 Tatra T87

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

“Just posting to wish everyone who celebrates a Happy 914 Day!
Now back to our regularly scheduled program…..”

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Ottomotion commented on 1970 Porsche 914-6 GT

“Im adding a “like” comment to this car. It comes because it is the first car that appeared on BAT, and I came to BAT after reading the New York Times and WSJ, without being able to find a positive article on anything in either. So Compliments to the owner for a nice car, and BAT for providing a forum where one can see and read about pleasant things….”

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bbmac commented on No Reserve: 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 4-Speed

“@gtrdave I really like your comment about how 1967 fits in the Mopar muscle evolution. Up to this point the engineers were designing and building race cars and the styling was irrelevant to their efforts. Marketing was catching on to what was going on with the GTO and subsequent successes by the competition even though Mopar still held the performance advantage. “Scoops and stripes” and cool names were the answer and the 1967 B-bodies nailed it. Even if you couldn’t afford the Hemi the 440…”

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Valiantjim commented on 1967 Plymouth GTX Hardtop Hemi

“ONLY Porsche you own for almost 10 years and get over MSRP NOTHING BETTER GLWA”

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foreignaffairsmotorsport commented on 6k-Mile 2016 Porsche 911 Targa 4 GTS