• A Look at yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “Good evening everyone and welcome to our latest Premium, Exclusive, Bring-A-Trailer Auction!
    For our many Mercedes-Benz fans and AMG aficionados, you are in for a rare and very special treat!
    AMG built just 35 of these scarce, pre-merger, treasures and 25 of them were immediately scooped up by the Sultan of Brunei and never to be seen again…
    This is just one of the ten built, that were snuck out to private collections to come our way and the first to come from an original…”

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    Symbolic_International commented on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL72 AMG

    “Well, would you look at that….. Kip Ewing here. What a surprise to see another so soon. Let’s go!!!”

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    FORDGTENGR commented on 170-Mile 2005 Ford GTX1

    “One of VERY few factory supercharged Saleen’s from 1993. And people talk about 93 Cobras being rare…pffft. factory Supercharged Saleen Foxbody has entered the chat…. No disappointments here. A great car that I have personally been around and driven. Best of luck to all bidders and the seller. Mark has the good stuff!!”

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    puristmotorsports commented on 1993 Ford Mustang Saleen Supercharged Hatchback 5-Speed

    “Rare and eerily beautiful.
    I saw one of these driving down our main street years ago when the rear door opened and the coffin slid out and kept rolling down the street. People tried to slow it down but no luck. Finally a clerk from the local drug store ran out, caught up to the speeding casket and sprayed Robitussin all over it.
    Boy did that ever stop the coffin.”

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    Raffi commented on 1938 LaSalle Series 38-50 Damascus Hearse by S&S

  • Here’s yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “I’ve been a 912 owner and enthusiast since 1968, and this is by far the finest 912 driver I’ve ever seen. I know the guy who designed and built it, and I’ve seen the car numerous times. It truly is unique. A lot of time, thought, money, and effort went into the car. Everywhere you look, there’s a special touch.
    Start with the basics. Look at the panel fit. The engine lid lines up exceptionally well with the fenders, light units, and bumper uprights. The lower quarter panels fit…”

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    Frank_Barrett commented on 2.4L Polo-Powered 1967 Porsche 912 Coupe 5-Speed

    “I’m going to jump in first on this one and declare it to be an amazing build.
    The original Avanti is hard to improve on. Like the E-Type, I consider the original car one of the stand out designs of the 20th century.
    Over the past 60 years however, improvements in suspension, brakes, and powertrain have made thoughtful enhancements to the original design very desirable.
    This Avanti covers all the bases with exceptionally fine taste while not offending the original design. Great…”

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    Raffi commented on LS3-Powered 1973 Avanti II

    “………..calypso red 740i. That sparked a two year search for the “right for me” e38. I was very lucky to find a 2001 740i sport with only 27k miles, which is still sitting in my garage with approx. 30k miles. It still brings me back to the memory of the calypso red e38 in the showroom and the love affair continues.”

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    Jzap commented on 10k-Mile 2001 BMW 740i Sport

  • BaT Auction Success Story: MPM97turbo’s Mini Cooper is Just Right: A Practical Look

    This Success Story comes to us from BaT member MPM97turbo, who won this 2010 Mini Cooper convertible from robiemini73 in a May 2025 BaT auction:
    Anyone who has gone down the rabbit hole of searching for a good used Mini is in for quite the journey. From how the car was driven to the year, specific model, engine, transmission, mileage, and maintenance records—all of it matters. There were even mid-year changes that could make a big difference. Searching on the Intraweb can make the predicament both easier and worse. It’s overwhelming.

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    Understanding this Week’s Weird and Wonderful—October 10, 2025

    Welcome to the Weekly Weird and Wonderful—your sign that you’ve successfully made it to the end of another work week. Herein you will find a collection of the most interesting cars on the site at the moment, though whittling down the selection was no easy task. We thought we were being picky, and still ended up with a few dozen interesting vehicles that we couldn’t highlight here. You can find those and more on our live auctions page.

  • Understanding sludgo’s Mile Markers: Mile 203

    This is Part Three of a multi-part series. Click the links to read Part One and Part Two.
    I threw my hands up in the air. Instinct. Tried to speak but my voice caught somewhere in the back of my throat and I choked on whatever it was I was going to say. Found out it’s true that you see your life pass before your eyes when you’re facing death but since I was only twelve my retrospective went by pretty quickly and just like that I was back in the here and now, August of 1973, standing in Old Man Granger’s dark and dank and dingy garage, staring straight up the barrel of his shotgun.

  • Yesterday’s comments of note You Should Know

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

    “For those who don’t know…The 1966 Dodge Travco 27′ motorhome was important and special for its distinctive, aerodynamic fiberglass design and its role in establishing the modern Class A motorhome industry. It was a best-selling model that became an icon of 1960s RV travel.
    Revolutionary design and construction
    Rounded fiberglass body: Designed by Ray Frank, the founder of the original company, the Travco featured a revolutionary rounded, all-fiberglass body. This set it apart from the…”

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    Dollycat3 commented on 1966 Dodge Travco

    “I’m an avid Toyota & 100 series enthusiast and owner since new. I bought an 03 LC new & traded it in for an 06 LX and never looked back. The VVT was a big improvement for me. The 06 & 07 are by far the most desirable and the ones you want to buy. The LX has a much more luxurious feel and is better insulated, no doubt about it. It is very easy to tell if these cars were neglected or cared for and this is the best one I’ve ever seen. GLWS”

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    Gpizzonia22 commented on 18k-Mile 2006 Lexus LX470

    “This is my old car that I built about 13 years ago. I have kept up with all of the subsuent owners and all the work done after my ownership has been top notch. It looks like they did a spectacular job on the paint and interior refresh. There were multiple issues with the original engine so the new powerplant was a solid move. If I hadn’t just bought my dream spec 7 year long BRG on saddle E39 M5 touring build, I would certainly be a bidder here. Good luck to the seller and all bidders! I am…”

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    RVAE34 commented on 7.2 LS–Powered 1999 BMW 528i Sport Wagon 6-Speed

  • A Look at yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “@sy1616 ………The 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 Sc Einspritzmotor Coupe was special and important for its combination of cutting-edge technology, superior luxury, and extreme rarity, which cemented Mercedes-Benz’s return to the top echelon of global luxury automakers after World War II.
    Mechanical innovation:
    The “Einspritzmotor” (German for “injection engine”) designation on the car’s rear bumper signified its most important technical feature.
    Mechanical fuel injection: The 300 Sc borrowed…”

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    Dollycat3 commented on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 Sc Einspritzmotor Coupe

    “A United Airlines pilot that lived across the street from us when I was a teenager had a 12 cylinder E-Type coupe he bought new. Easy to look at and great sounds. But THIS car has all the modern goodies with no Lucas Electrics gremlins and all the modern upgrades plus a spotless and powerful Ed Pink motor. This would be the Jag I would own. Exceptional build and beautiful car. GLWTA !”

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    ScoobyDone commented on Modified 1972 Jaguar E-Type Series III Roadster V12 5-Speed

    “BTW Dinos are a total blast to drive! RHD or LHD, no matter, they are among the most fun to motor around in and one of the most beautiful designs of all time.”

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    cardude76 commented on 40-Years-Owned, RHD 1970 Ferrari Dino 246 GT

  • Yesterday’s comments of note — Explained

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

    “Hi all, I am the previous owner of this amazing little E30 Touring.
    I can vouch for the condition of this car. I daily drove it for over a year before selling it to the current owner on Bring a Trailer. It has been well taken care of by the current owner, myself, and the previous owner (before me) who is a close friend of mine.
    Collectively we have put many hours and dollars into keeping this E30 in great condition. It drives tight, it drives clean, and nothing on the road today can…”

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    chrismseely commented on 1989 BMW 320i Touring 5-Speed

    “This and 600 acres in Wyoming with a custom rally track and an A-frame home.”

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    HarrisCountyDriver commented on Modified 1993 Ford Escort RS Cosworth Motorsport

    “It is vehicles like this which make @BaT one of the most fascinating automotive places and a standout on the internet. @Bat continues to amaze and astound regularly and to buck the trend of the mass of online auction sites.
    The depth of knowledge from the BaT spectator gallery is staggering and inspirational from contributors sharing their collective wealth of automotive riches and wisdom. This is the very core of what makes @BaT such a fascinating and entertaining resource….”

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    Guido36 commented on 1939 Steyr 220 Sport Roadster by Gläser

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    Question of the Week, Pennzoil Edition—What’s the Oldest Car You’ve Driven Daily?—WINNER’S UPDATE: A Practical Look

    WINNER’S ANNOUNCEMENT:

    It’s time to announce the winner of our second Pennzoil edition of QotW inspired by their Long May We Drive mantra! Our champion will be awarded some limited edition Pennzoil swag in addition to the traditional $25 credit to the BaT Gear Store. 

    Our question this week was: What’s the oldest car you’ve driven daily?

    Normally, being “over the hill” isn’t usually a compliment, but daily driving an older (never say “obsolete”) car takes some serious chutzpah. So this week, we’re choosing the absolute oldest vehicle still being driven today. Right now, in 2025, BaT member @fomocoguy‘s daily driver is a prewar car from 1940, making him this week’s winner:

    “Still driving my 1940 Plymouth every day. Can always count on it now that I’ve installed an 8-volt battery. Not much to go wrong with it that sidelines it. And it’s a hoot to drive, always a conversation with someone at every stop I make.”

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    fomocoguy commented on Question of the Week, Pennzoil Edition—What’s the Oldest Car You’ve Driven Daily?—WINNER’S UPDATE

  • Here’s yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “My Dad was always a “Buy American” guy, until his experiences with malaise-era GM and Chrysler K-cars finally convinced him to give Toyota a try. He bought an ’87 Camry — same generation as this one. It opened his eyes so wide that he bought another one in ’89, then one after the other in ’96, ’02, ’08, ’12 and ’14, When he passed, we took the ’12 and ’14 and traded it in for a ’19 for my Mom to drive. But it all started with this generation of Camry.”

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    David_C. commented on No Reserve: 1991 Toyota Camry DX Sedan

    “We are so incredible grateful for the BaT community. Thank you to the members who have donated personally to help us serve foster youth! I can confirm every penny goes directly to the kids. Thank you to the Pitale family as well for their generosity and support.
    Freedom-youth.org
    Shane”

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    Freedomyouth commented on No Reserve: 1972 Ford LTD Convertible 400 for the Freedom Youth Foundation

    “This 1960 Riva Tritone has been beautifully refurbished and is in full working order, ready to enjoy on Lago di Garda, Lago di Como, Rapallo or perhaps the Great Lakes in the United States. Everything functions as it should and the boat presents in excellent condition throughout.
    A Riva Tritone is a rare combination of timeless design, Italian craftsmanship and sheer presence on the water. From the sparkling waters of Lake Tahoe to the elegant harbors of Sag Harbor, and from Lago di Iseo/…”

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    ImageStreetClassics commented on 1960 Riva Tritone 26′