Yesterday’s comments of note
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“I’d like to thank everyone who joined the conversation. There were many great comments, and I learned a lot about my car. This BaT process has been so cool for me to be a part of. It’s just been fun – maybe the only fun way to let go of this car. Here are a few last pics. Thank you all!!”
“I worked on the development of these back at the start of my career as an engineer with Isuzu in Cerritos, CA. The prototype from Japan was purple and RHD which got lots of stares and thumbs up Super fun cars to drive. Drove it to Lake Tahoe through many fun roads. Handled pretty well for a SUV.”
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“I’ve got 321k mile NSX, this would be nice to pair with”
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HSKinc commented on No Reserve: 323k-Mile, Original-Owner 2004 Honda S2000
“This car was purchased from Ed Jurist By Ted Billings in 1966 after Ed had brought it back from South America. That Engine is supposed to be the backup to the Mormon Meteor and was shipped to Argentina so the car could be raced. That is a real blower looks exactly the same as it did in 1966 when Ted took possession of the car. Leo Gephart did not start making reproduction blowers until the 1970s. This is a a great car with real race history in South America. The 1960s photo of the…”
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alsancle commented on 1929 Duesenberg Model SJ Sweep-Panel Dual-Cowl Phaeton by LeBaron
“H.U.04 took a lot of blood, sweat, and tears to resurrect, but every bit of it was worth it the moment we saw it completely reassembled.
My team, along with @diverdave36 and so many incredible people throughout the vintage Indy community, spent well over 1,000 hours researching, completely disassembling, meticulously cleaning and cataloging every part, and carefully bringing this piece of history back together.
Every minute spent working on a project like this—or even just being in its…”
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UniversallyModified commented on Ex–Michael & Mario Andretti 1991 Lola-Chevrolet-Ilmor T91/00 Indy Car
“Me and mom ordered this car from Ford my Sr. Year in high school. Garage kept all original highway miles mostly and I’m the only 1 ever to drive it !”
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Skiffjs9 commented on Original-Owner, 36k-Mile 1985 Ford Mustang GT Hatchback 5-Speed
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
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“Oh good, it’s a Medium tank. My HOA tends to frown upon the Large ones…”
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3Pedalonly commented on ca.1945 T-34/85 Medium Tank
“My first car was a black 1987 325es. I loved that car and always told myself I would own another E30. This one is perfect.”
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rpmesq commented on S54-Powered 1986 BMW 325es 5-Speed
“Every time I see one of these I can’t help but think so fondly of Ed “Lancia” Levin and his remarkable knowledge surrounding these cars.
These really are spectacular cars in every respect. Once you drive one, you never forget it. @seller needs no introduction here so bid with confidence. These have been woefully undervalued compared with similar era cars, but I believe all that is about to change as more people wake up to US landed examples like this, and the amazing amount of fun one can…”
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Raffi commented on 1969 Lancia Fulvia 1.6 HF Fanalone
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“Well, buying a Porsche wasn’t exactly on my bingo card for today, but this is the kind of stupid excitement I’m here for.”
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ElSecundo commented on No Reserve: 1977 Porsche 924 Championship Edition 4-Speed
“A high school friend had one of these. It was light on its feet and plenty quick. Ahead of its time with an overhead cam engine, and so rare today. Jay Leno’s build of his Firebird Sprint adds some value to this one, in my opinion.”
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ppointer commented on Four-Decades-Family-Owned 1967 Pontiac Firebird Sprint Coupe 4-Speed
“This is really lovely to watch – — three bidders who have not been successful yet on BaT – – this is a really great car to start with!!”
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CTT commented on No Reserve: 2007 Audi A4 2.0T Avant Quattro 6-Speed
“My first car was a 1963 Rambler that my uncle sold to me for $50. It ran forever — you can’t kill these cars! Although the vacuum powered windshield wipers would not move in cold weather, so in snow storms the passenger had to lean out of the window and manually swish the wipers so the driver could see!”
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MAnthony commented on No Reserve: 1962 Rambler American Deluxe 2-Door Club Sedan 3-Speed
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“You may be cool, but you’ll never be as cool as Steve McQueen. He was, after all, the King of Cool.
That being said, you’d be a lot cooler riding this than you are right now!”
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SteveTheodore commented on Ex–Steve McQueen Scott Flying Squirrel w/Sidecar
“Well folks, that is a wrap and the end of a 15 year search. I knew about this car from way back when my mechanic serviced my other Lotus cars. I never in a million years thought it would come up on BaT, this should be quite an adventure!!!”
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arbifox commented on 1994 Lotus Esprit Sport 300
“The first thing I looked at was the first driving video, and that made my morning, seeing the focus with the manual steering. No lackadaisical grip on that wheel.
Just the right street car for getting the blood pumping, without needing to get crazy to do it. A simple and easily maintainable build, with no exotic or exceptionally expensive components, and easy access to pretty much everything. It seems like a car that can happily sit on a battery tender, with some fuel stabilizer, and be…”
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68C10292 commented on No Reserve: Modified 1962 Ford Fairlane 500 Club Sedan 5-Speed
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“Many can own this. Very few can restore this. Some can ride this. It’s a commitment at all levels and entirely worth it. Legendary bike.”
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tista commented on 58-Years-Family-Owned 1932 Indian Four
“Yet another 1st for BaT.
Longer and wider than an Escalade, the Celestiq is the pinnacle of American craftsmanship and luxury.”
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newcarpro commented on 2025 Cadillac Celestiq Invitational
“Yes, used to throw those Muncies in and out like they were plastic ! I remember drag racing on Saturday night and getting home around midnight, working on the car all night , reload and head 50 miles north on Sunday to race again.”
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1969z28302 commented on 302-Powered 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS 5-Speed
“Thanks all! I’m compiling the finest Fiat coachbuilt museum in America and this was the missing piece. I am so excited!!!!!”
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happiesttrees commented on No Reserve: 1970 Fiat Moretti 850 Sportiva S2