Yesterday’s comments of note: A Practical Look

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:

“WOW! I am speechless. what an incredible auction full of passionate enthusiasts. I’m humbled by it all, and so incredibly happy to see that people recognize the hard work and love I put into this car — and also the obvious appreciation of the goldilocks nature of the 987.2 2.9L.
thank you to everyone who commented and bid, and especially thanks and congratulations to @D4307. you’re getting a truly incredible car!
I’ll be in pain seeing it go, but as Epictetus said: never say of anything…”

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ahendy commented on No Reserve: 2011 Porsche Boxster 6-Speed

“I have fond memories enjoying this car before selling it to J Seminetta years ago… It’s one of many I wish I never sold! It’s great to see it so well maintained
and cared for all these years. Killer Car! The new owner will love it.”

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thelastdetailchicago commented on 1959 MG MGA Twin Cam Roadster 2.0L 5-Speed

“Gorgeous! I drove an ‘85 all through college in the ‘90s. Even through the Michigan winters. So many fun times in that car! I sold it with around 150,000 miles on it. Years later i ran into the woman that bought it. She had 220,000 miles on it. Fenders were falling apart with rust. But that in-line 6 still ran like a top!”

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Weedo commented on No Reserve: 1982 Toyota Celica Supra 5-Speed

“It is hard to imagine now how many of these cars were basically abandoned when gas approached $1.00 a gallon in the late 70s. I bet many people wish they had their old hemi cars now.”

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JWHBOOMER commented on 1970 Plymouth Hemi ’Cuda

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

“WOW.. I’m in tears!! Thank you all bidders and especially congrats to @ekowalke!!!! Happy to see the truck onto its next home!
Also loved every minute of reading these BTTF comments!”

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Shyanne commented on 1985 Toyota Pickup XtraCab SR5 4×4 5-Speed

“@volvoracer9 – That is an excellent question. The guy who created this went to great lengths to make it accurate. As far as I have found, everything is correct except the brakes/wheels/hubs. A true MC850 will have 4 bolt wheels and hubs with a different front brake caliper. I put on adjustable Spax shocks but the original Koni shocks come with it. Engine and head are correct for MC850 as is the entire interior including the rear seat which is basically cushions on top of a storage bin. Club…”

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Carmonkey commented on No Reserve: Monte Carlo–Style 1966 Saab 96

“Hell yeah! I owned one when I was younger, and of course nostalgia is a strong drug. I can say this much, she will get driven!”

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9MikeMike commented on No Reserve: 7k-Mile 1987 Buick Grand National

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

“Combating the maintenance scaries with an impressive log of care.
From VW’s golden era. This being on the lot next to the MKIV .:R32 and V10 TDI Touareg is as good as it’ll get.”

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EMow commented on No Reserve: 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton W12

“Hello BaT! I’m the builder and seller of this E30, and I’ll be here throughout the auction to answer any questions and provide additional photos or videos if requested.
This project began as an effort to build an electric E30 that felt like a proper driver’s car rather than simply an EV conversion. Nearly every component was selected with that goal in mind—from the Tesla Plaid drive unit and custom battery system to the suspension, brakes, and chassis upgrades.
After the build was…”

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anchoright commented on 1986 BMW 325e EV Conversion

“By the time this particular Fulvia was built, Fiat had owned Lancia long enough to have begun incorporating some profit-motivated changes. I spent a lot of time at the Lancia display at the Turin Auto Show in 1972, and following that wrote an article for the LANCIANA, the American Lancia Club newsletter. Some things I noted were “…the paint and overall finish is better than ever. Suspension bits are stampings now, rather than the nice hardware that we’re used to.. Plastic clips replace the…”

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dinodo commented on 1971 Lancia Fulvia Coupe 1600 HF

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

“Rare piece: Only 990 Ranchero Deluxe w/ bucket seats were built for MY 1965; just 235 were made in MY ’64.
https://www.ranchero.us/forum/index.php?threads/1965-falcon-ranchero-deluxe-66h-body-code-bucket-seats.19815/“

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200mph commented on No Reserve: 1965 Ford Ranchero Deluxe 289 4-Speed

“Pininfarina was truly on a roll with these mid to late ’60s Ferrari cars. Some of most beautiful designs ever penned, IMHO. The blue is a formidable statement proving the simple elegance of the design. For bigger drivers (he said looking in the mirror) this might be the most comfortable Ferrari ever built. GLWTA!”

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billyblyth commented on No Reserve: 1968 Ferrari 365 GT 2+2

“I had an HF back when new. Loved it. The gas mileage and reliability of these sought after economy cars is incredible. This Cali car looks fantastic and a lucky winner will smile on each shift all while passing the pumps and motoring on! Enjoy”

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Kvox commented on No Reserve: 1991 Honda CRX HF 5-Speed

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

“I owned SN 5077 many years ago. The 4-liter engine pulls like a locomotive. There is comfortable seating for 4 adults. I think it is the best of the 2+2 classic Ferraris. You will never regret owning it. – Keith Martin”

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330america commented on 1964 Ferrari 330 America

“been salivating over this truck all week. you simply cannot buy anything like this today. congrats to whoever gets it!”

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DerekPhillips commented on 5k-Mile 2019 Lexus LX570 Inspiration Series

“Outstanding 7 litre rare cat! You’d likely encounter a (live) cougar in the wild before ever seeing another one of these, incredible GLWTA”

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Tituswolf351 commented on 30-Years-Owned 1968 Mercury Cougar 7-Litre GT-E