What to Know About yesterday’s comments of note

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

“Hi this is Phyllis Yes. I bought the car back because I couldn’t sleep thinking
that the paint might be taken off. It will be donated to a museum for all to enjoy.”

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Justme123 commented on 1967 Porsche 911S Coupe “Por She” Art Car by Dr. Phyllis Yes

“Toyota really built them well back in the day. Not only that, but they’re not too big, not too small and look good. New owner will be happy. GLWTA”

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Spider_Mike commented on No Reserve: 1995 Toyota Pickup XtraCab DX V6 4×4 5-Speed

“I own the same car, even down to the 1592 twin cam and automatic transmission. It was built 6,028 cars later than this one, currently has 178,408 miles, and is our daily driver. I got it from the original owner’s family, and am technically the 4th caretaker. Since I also specialize in Fiats, I have serviced it mostly from new.
We take it on club tours, and it’s comfortable at an indicated 70+ mph. In 2024 we won worst in class at the concours d’lemons in Seaside California, and last year we…”

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Fiatplus commented on No Reserve: 1974 Fiat 124 Special Sedan

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

“Just a big thank you to the entire BAT community for making my first sale such a pleasant experience. If the winner of this auction enjoys owning this car half as much as I did building it and showing it off, then there be 2 very happy guys-the seller and the buyer. Thanks again.”

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tripower54 commented on No Reserve: 302-Powered 1966 Ford Mustang “Mustero” Pickup Conversion

“Just a quick note from many years of experience with the various GTO continuation cars from Terry Hoyle and Rod Jolley.
Absolutely no one executed better examples ever. They were freakishly correct even down to the most minor details.
At various times, I had access to both original Series One, 250GTOs and 64 GTOs as well as having a Terry Hoyle copy in the showroom. They were indistinguishable from each other and would fool even the best experts if they did not see the chassis…”

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Symbolic_International commented on Ferrari 330 GTO Re-Creation

“Been on BAT for over 11 years, Been going to Pebble Beach for over 34 years, This is hands down the very best presentation of any car I have ever seen here… If you haven’t watched the video about its history. Its a must. BRAVO to @CharvetClassics… And Best of Luck with the sale, This is an absolutely exquisite piece of American History…”

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Best_Of_Show commented on 1929 Duesenberg Model SJ Sweep-Panel Dual-Cowl Phaeton by LeBaron

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

“In 1967, my dad informed me that he had purchased, with my savings, 1960 Falcon with 60K miles for $325.00.
While it would not have been my choice, I was excited to enter the world of independence from walking, bicycling and public transportation.
The 144 ci engine didn’t last long with my heavy foot and the constant diet of re-refined oil I fed it from our local Site gas station.
I found a 260 at the junk yard and that was a great improvement.
The original radiator did not like the 260, so…”

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Atom0096 commented on No Reserve: 29-Years-Owned 1961 Ford Falcon Futura Project

“First BaT win. Thanks fam!”

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bidhighordietrying commented on M20B25 Stroker–Powered 1985 BMW 323i Coupe 5-Speed

“Besides the provenance of RH and HA, this is an awesome spec – ’71 with Stroppe installed power steering and auto with lettered adapter. Exciting to have and driving the 4 turn steering offroad is awesome. Ask me how I know.”

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Bajabronco commented on Ex–Rod Hall 1971 Ford Bronco Bill Stroppe Baja

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

“Years ago, I had coffee in San Francisco with a venture capitalist from Sequoia. Over conversation, it came out that we were both really into Porsches. I was telling him about my Blue Turquoise 993 that I was (and still am) really proud of. He said that he also had a 993. He asked if I wanted to take a look at it out in the parking lot. Of course, I took him up on the opportunity, but what I saw was really unexpected. It was a 993 Turbo S in this color, covered in mud. He had over 100,000 miles…”

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curiousoffice commented on 4,200-Mile 1997 Porsche 911 Turbo S

“I commented earlier about operating these at the Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center in Bridgeport CA. They are very easy to drive and we accumulated thousands of hours on ours. They are extremely well engineered and very reliable. They were maintained by our own mechanics and did not require them to attend additional technical training. The rubber tracks last a surprisingly long time as long as they are not run on concrete or asphalt too often. We did not baby these things, they…”

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Searle804 commented on No Reserve: 1989 Hägglunds M973A1 SUSV

“My 90 Year old Dad..a purist ..
Said He wouldn’t watch..
He’s here watching it with Me!”

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67bullitt commented on LS1-Powered 1968 Jaguar XKE Series 1.5 Coupe 6-Speed

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′

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

“Thanks everyone! And, yes I will definitely be driving it!”

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gtrmnmck commented on 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Berlinetta

“I’ve learned a lot on this project. Thank you dad, grandpa, uncles, and friends to show me around the toolbox. This project has certainly helped me as a 15T Blackhawk mechanic to pick up aviation terminolgy easier. I wouldn’t have had the start I did without your help. My projects started small LOL, but have gotten bigger over the years. If anyone has any remaining questions, feel free to ask. Happy to see this car go to a good owner, but I’m happy to drive it around to car shows and…”

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1970DartWright commented on 440-Powered 1970 Dodge Dart Custom Hardtop

“The Lexus LS430 was built at the moment when the pursuit of perfection and the economics of mass production briefly coincided. That window has closed; it may not open again in our lifetime. And so these cars matter—not for what they are worth in dollars, but for what they prove: that it was possible, that once, for six years in a factory in Tahara, Japan, human beings got as close to perfect as human beings have ever got in the building of a motorcar. And then they stopped, and we moved on……”

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JCDenton commented on No Reserve:18k-Mile 2006 Lexus LS430 Ultra Luxury Package