• Yesterday’s comments of note: A Practical Look

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

    “Formula for years, worked in secrecy with Mercury and designed the 500 Super Sport Crossover expressly for the new 600-hp Mercury Verado V12.
    It was the first boat fitted with these innovative V-12 motors that had a fixed powerhead and a rotating lower unit.
    I saw the original factory black hulled SSC at Soverel Harbor in Palm Beach Gardens when it first hit the water,
    Spent some time talking with the crew, admiring the boat and the serious Mercury motors the likes of which I’d never seen…”

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    RussR commented on 2023 Formula 500 Super Sport Crossover

    “I love this car – the color is one of my top choices – and that interior … so cool and unique – I have a ’74 GTS and as others here have said the driving experience is special – so low to the ground with the motor humming on your shoulder – hypnotic – GLWTA”

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    neelfryer commented on 1972 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS

    “There are two of us in the USA (that we know of) that have Turkis Coupes, me being one of them. No matter where I drive, I get thumbs up and comments about what an amazing color this is and how well it compliments the smooth curvy lines of an E9. This example looks nearly perfect, and the seller is THE source of E9 expertise. You can buy this car with the utmost of confidence, and join Club Turkis! You won’t be disappointed! GLWTA!”

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    Jimmilew commented on Euro 1973 BMW 3.0CSi 4-Speed

  • Question of the Week: What’s Your complete Goodwood Ride?—WINNER’S UPDATE

    WINNER’S ANNOUNCEMENT:

    We’re back to announce the winner for our Question of the Week, where our winner will receive their laurels in the form of a $25 credit for a hat or T-shirt from the BaT Gear Store.

    This week, we asked: What’s your ultimate Goodwood ride?

    Thanks to everyone who weighed in! We put on our best tweed newsboy cap, tucked in our ascot, and went to work reading your comments. In the end, Duncan Pitway’s “Beast of Turin” stole the show this week, which makes @70_duster the winning commenter:

    “As exciting as the new stuff is, my heart always goes to something vintage. The coolest in my opinion would be the 28 Litre Fiat S76.
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Okbtz56pHtk“

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    70_duster commented on Question of the Week: What’s Your Ultimate Goodwood Ride?—WINNER’S UPDATE

  • What to Know About video Inspiration: Bronczilla Conquers Pikes Peak, 1994

    We’re not the kind of people who hate Mondays here at BaT, but it’s not an uncommon refrain in the working world. If going into the week is an uphill slog for you, please take encouragement from Pikes Peak champ Leonard Vasholtz, who faced a long climb with a “grip it and rip it” mentality in his “Bronczilla” Super Stock truck. Enjoy!

  • Yesterday’s comments of note: A Practical Look

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

    “Stories like this , of lives well lived and machines that are along for the ride , are what bring us back to @bat time and time again.
    Thanks for bringing this here and sharing Susan’s story. Just fantastic!”

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    Davidlee8 commented on No Reserve: Five-Decades-Owned 1966 BMW R27

    “What a great story, thanks for sharing…
    Also great to see these old cars getting used, dirty and maybe a rock-chip memory or two…
    That Gulf Livery 911 was spotted by me on Fathers Day coming down from Pinecrest last year.
    It was my first time taking my daughter on an annual camping trip my wifes family has been doing for years. Wife doesn’t like camping so after years of declining the invite, I decided my daughter was old enough to give ‘glamping’ a shot as an entry into another…”

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    2mAn commented on BaT Auction Success Story: 306k-Mile Mercedes 190E 2.3-16 vs. Robin’s Run, Part II

    “Back when BMW Car Club of America was still young and Hoffman Motors was the sole U.S. Distributor, it was the club members who offered guidance to BMW owners regarding things to watch out for. One such piece of advice was to avoid purchase of BMWs with two-stage metallic paint due to failure of the clear coat.
    Complaints ranged from dulling, checking to llifting and separation of large clear coat sections on all horizontal surfaces — hood, roof and decklid. After numerous complaints,…”

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    Delia_Wolfe commented on Euro 1973 BMW 3.0CSi 4-Speed

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    Here’s rising Tides, F1, Semi-Pros, Nerds in Training

    We discuss “two for twice the price,” a race track at dawn, drag racing as visceral event, F1 screaming matches, LeBron, indications of middle age, sub-professional sports, Goodwood in the US, benefits of wearing BaT gear, what constitutes rarity, boar hunting, a car nerd in training, and favorite license plates.

  • BaT Auction Success Story: 306k-Mile Mercedes 190E 2.3-16 vs. Robin’s Run, Part II: A Practical Look

    This Success Story is Part II from Escondidoron, who purchased this 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 from c137 in an August 2025 BaT auction. He then set out for a 2,000-mile rally dubbed Robin’s Run in honor of his late son. Part I can be read here.
    Escondidoron continues:
    Day Three: Redemption by Cosworth
    Greer to Jerome
    243 miles—five hours, 18 minutes

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    This Week’s Weird and Wonderful—July 31, 2026 — Explained

    Welcome to the Weekly Weird and Wonderful, your guide to the best of the best and the strangest of the strange on Bring a Trailer. Today we have vehicles spanning 110 years of production, including the Undisputed Heavyweight Champ of prewar American cars, a racer so good it was banned at Le Mans, the world’s most practical autocross car, and a rare rotary-powered sedan, among others.

  • Yesterday’s comments of note: A Practical Look

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

    “This car tickles my brain in places I didn’t know it could be tickled”

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    jnag commented on CSL-Style 2004 BMW M3 Coupe 6-Speed Conversion

    “@Thoney Love the old pics, your Dad was a cool dude ‘57 Chev for mom, a bike for him for sunny days, ( was that a Norton ? ) a motorhome for the family and the Charger with a 4 speed for a blast, beauty car GLWTA I’ll be watching. Greg”

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    Gregpryckman commented on One-Family-Owned 1967 Dodge Charger 383 4-Speed

    “Impressive longhood. Dogleg, solid door boxes, crank windows, no AC, some patina……tons of originality………oh to be the next custodian of this tiny little open 911😍”

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    Caymanorcarrera commented on 23-Years-Owned 1969 Porsche 911E Soft-Window Targa 5-Speed

  • What to Know About yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “WOW! I’m exhausted. Congratulations ttscout. I hope it meets all your expectations and then some. Excited to work with you to get the details done.
    Thank you for all the comments, questions, compliments and interest.
    I’ve now been on both sides of a BAT auction. Both are equally exciting, fun and nerve wracking. I need a beer.”

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    jb2102 commented on No Reserve: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette 4-Speed

    “Lauterbach hulls are indeed special as is the family. Thanks for the heads up about the book and reunion. If there was a way to get to the event it sure would be fun.
    Back in the 1970’s on Seattles Green Lake were some special times. We would sit on the beach with a battery operated B&W 2 inch TV screen watching Indy and at the same time enjoy the boat races. Some hard core racing with Larry Lauterbach and then Tom D’Eath piloting Lauterbach hulls against John Leach’s Buccaneer.…”

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    Buzby commented on No Reserve: 1972 Henry Lauterbach 16′ Racing Hydroplane

    “My great grandmother was one of the first VW owners in Montana. I think she was on her third VW when she purchased one just like this, same color, in 1962-63, from the dealer in Butte. By this time, my great grandfather had stopped driving, so she drove them everywhere. One road trip took them west to Seattle, down through San Francisco and finally to Phoenix before heading back home via the Grand Canyon and other sights. Quite an adventure–but just one of many–for two old fuddies in a…”

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    jgage1201 commented on 1963 Volkswagen Beetle

  • Understanding yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “I own an’07 Miata. Nothing goes wrong. Maintenance is inexpensive. It’s a total blast to drive top down. New owner here is gonna be happy with the value he/she gets for the $ spent. These are simply GREAT vehicles. GLWTA”

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    Spider_Mike commented on No Reserve: 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring PRHT 6-Speed

    “Driver & passenger sound like two kids in a candy store – can’t blame them.
    Awesome ride to take to a track on weekends & I’d do school drop off during the week.”

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    Micro912 commented on Paxton-Supercharged 1966 Shelby Mustang GT350 Race Car

    “@68Vet
    Baja California and back to Sacramento in a slant six Dart? That is an absolute adventure and proof positive that these cars were built for exactly that kind of journey. No drama, no breakdowns, just mile after mile of honest reliable transportation through some pretty unforgiving terrain. That slant six was one of the toughest engines ever bolted into an American car and your story is a perfect reminder of that.
    Thank you for sharing that memory and for the kind words. That is…”

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    heathbrockwell commented on No Reserve: 29-Years-Owned 1972 Dodge Dart Custom 318 Sedan Project