• Yesterday’s comments of note You Should Know

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    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

  • Here’s yesterday’s comments of note

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    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

  • Here’s question of the Week: What Was the Most ’70s Paint Color of the 1970s?—WINNER’S UPDATE

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    WINNER’S ANNOUNCEMENT:

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

    This week, we asked: What was the most ‘70s paint color of the 1970s?

    Thanks to everyone who participated! We took out our 64-color set out of Crayola Crayons and immediately went to working reviewing your answers. Varying shades of greens, browns, and golds were popular this week, but one particular color was the most-mentioned by name: Plum Crazy Purple! BaT member @Trusted_One was the first to nominate it:

    “Well, being totally colorblind (my dates thought I just had no taste in fashion!) I’m probably not the one to comment on this. But I do remember being able to see the.Plum Crazy Dodge Challenger R/T and having to put on my Ray-Ban sunglasses to tone down the pain to my eyes!”

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    trusted_one commented on Question of the Week: What Was the Most ’70s Paint Color of the 1970s?—WINNER’S UPDATE

  • Understanding yesterday’s comments of note

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    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

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    A Look at the LeVett Collection, from Mohr Imports

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    Our friends at Mohr Imports are proud to present the LeVett Collection, a group of 15 cars assembled over six decades that reflect the tastes of the late Dennis “Denny” LeVett, an entrepreneur, investor, hotelier, and dedicated automotive enthusiast perhaps best known on the Monterey Peninsula for partnering with entertainer Doris Day to preserve the Cypress Inn, a hub for artists, actors, and enthusiasts in Carmel-by-the-Sea. LeVett was a fixture at Monterey Car Week and deeply involved in Concours for a Cause. And many of his collection of red, Italian-leaning automobiles were regularly exercised up and down 17-Mile Drive on their way to more casual events over the years.

  • Here’s yesterday’s comments of note

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    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

  • Understanding baT Auction Success Story: Everything is Sunshine With rublem’s 911S Targa

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    This Success Story comes to us from BaT member rublem, who won a 1971 Porsche 911S Targa from ECI in a November 2025 BaT auction:
    When I got the follow-up email from BaT, they weren’t the only ones to ask, “How’s ownership going?” Most people I discussed my 911S Targa with have asked me this same question, and they have been surprised to realize that I bought the car in an internet auction, sight unseen. I’ve owned a very nice ’64 Porsche 356SC coupe for a couple of years now, and with that purchase, I laid eyes on it first.

  • Here’s yesterday’s comments of note

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    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

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    Scramble! Cal Mille! Unlikely Chop Tops!: A Practical Look

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    Our trio talk about stock colors vs. PTS and Enzo vs. 288 GTO, then relive recent events like Cold Start in San Francisco, Bicester Scramble in the UK, and the recent Cal Mille. Next: favorite recent listings on the site, a suddenly topless Lamborghini, the resuscitated Mint 400, first-gen T-birds, and a missing wheel lock key.