Yesterday’s comments of note: A Practical Look

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

“I campaiged a Landspeed Corvair for many years and Tom Keo is one of my heros. He isn’t just a Corvair Genius but also a scholar and a gentleman. Bid With Confidance!!”

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PhilVair commented on Tom Keosababian’s Record-Setting, Propane-Fueled & Turbocharged 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Corsa Sport Coupe

“I wish you could still buy cars as simple as this. Save the manuals! GLWTA”

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70_duster commented on No Reserve: 1999 Honda Accord EX Coupe 5-Speed

“That fuse panel is as good as it gets for 48 years old, no wiring hacks, clean relay blocks, no signs of burnt fuse terminals. And all the fuse positions have the correct fuse in them, and fuse 13 is supposed to be empty. Gotta love the hand-painted stripes on many of the wires, these early cars are full of little easter eggs like that.
Definitely worth the hassle of getting the pics to instill bidder confidence!”

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Teutonic commented on 26-Years-Owned 1978 Porsche 928 5-Speed

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

“This car appears to be the very car that AK built for road racing, then retired it for show car duty. I was hired by Hooters at the start of the 92 season to take the car to many of the Hooters restaurants for display. I also make several commercials driving the car at different racetracks, and some were televised on national tv that year. I have such fond memories of the years working for Hooters and with Alan at many of his appearances at the restaurants. I continued on with Hooters in a…”

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Chevyguy77 commented on No Reserve: 1992 Ford Thunderbird NASCAR Race Car

“I have not seen one of these in many, many years. That’s the great thing about BaT. You get to see cars that you have long forgotten about.”

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JohnF1966 commented on No Reserve: 1978 Plymouth Sapporo

“Ford used the turbo fours in the mid-80’s to position themselves for higher gas prices. Fantastic, future-focused cars like the Mustang SVO, Merkur XR4Ti, Thunderbird Turbo Coupe…and then gas prices fell and the Mustang GT became the star. The SVO has one of the most unique (and short-lived, and polarizing) front end designs in Mustang history. This is a great example and should be fun to watch!”

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lpethick commented on 24k-Mile 1986 Ford Mustang SVO

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

“A perfect vehicle for Veterans Day! Thank you to all veterans!
Before his passing, I was fortunate to attend an open house at Jacques Littlefield’s estate where there were hundreds of tanks from all eras. He and his crew did a masterful job of restoring and maintaining these beauties.
I was wondering if this was ever part of his collection?”

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portraitmac commented on Stuart M5A1 Tank

“Delivery-mileage ‘70s land yachts are so much more fun to follow than the stock market. 📈”

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shervinator commented on No Reserve: 97-Mile 1979 Lincoln Mark V Collector Series

“The Haynes Manual for the Chieftain Main Battle Tank – Owners’ Workshop Manual is authored by Dick Taylor and published by Haynes Publishing Group in association with The Tank Museum. 
• ISBN: 978-1-78521-059-4. 
• Covers the Chieftain MBT from 1966 onwards—design, construction, operation, maintenance. 
You can also get one for a Supermarine Spitfire amongst other interesting means of transport. Haynes was my biggest source pre internet when I got interested in Alfa…”

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AlfistiNY commented on Leyland FV4201 Chieftain Main Battle Tank

“I raced against this car for decades, always fast and well prepared… driven by an absolute Gentleman…”

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bentleyboy29 commented on 36-Years-Owned 1959 Morgan Plus 4 Race Car 2.2L

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

“Hello BaT universe! I am the owner, craftsman, artist of this X-34 Landspeeder tribute vehicle. Since I couldn’t acquire the real one from that galaxy far, far away, (the import/transport fees would have been “astronomical”) I decided to build one to commemorate the upcoming 50th earthly anniversary of this iconic movie vehicle. I am looking forward to all the comments, questions, and bids.”

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StoneRoller_ReadLuke24 commented on No Reserve: X-34 Landspeeder-Style Golf Cart

“When I scroll BaT, I’ve always held out hope I’d come across two cars: my dad’s ‘66 E Type, and this car. I sold this car to the current seller. Bought when I was 14, restored it, drove it through high school and into young married life. Sold it when I was broke with a growing family to support. Broke my heart to sell it, but clearly I sold to the right individual. Car looks absolutely amazing. I’ll start the bidding with the last sale price…”

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Mgh20180 commented on No Reserve: Backdated 1971 MG MGB Roadster

“Harold is a Stroppe and Ford icon still with us today, he admits he is older and as for all of us, his memory is fading.
Rod unfortunately is no longer with us but there is a lot more info on his legendary existence.
with that being said, i invite anyone who knew or knew of Harold Allen and or his talents to share any stats and stories with us and the same with Rod?
i am sure @BajaBronco / Andrew and @Todd_Z. and @House along with a handful of others will have some important history and…”

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Chapter2 commented on Ex–Rod Hall 1971 Ford Bronco Bill Stroppe Baja

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

“Paul Newman lived across the street from me growing up. My dad got the same bike from the Studios and talked shop with Mr. Newman often.”

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BRUGAR commented on Ex–Paul Newman 1964 Honda CB77 Super Hawk

“I just had my ’72 4.5 overhauled…new injectors, hoses, belts, plugs, wires, coil…
Runs better than a brand new Caddy!!! So responsive yet regal to drive. Ice cold A/C. Dream car. They are fabulous when tuned. GLWTA!”

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greenerwg commented on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 Sedan

“A huge thank you to @pkatzakian (previous owner) for kindly getting these period photographs over to me. Following the discussion in the comments, Phil was able to send them through, and I’m delighted to be able to share them here with everyone.
These photographs show RT3-468 during Phil’s ownership wearing its California Cooler livery and add another documented chapter to the car’s history and provenance. It has been a real pleasure reconnecting with Phil after all these years and…”

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LagondaJoe commented on 1984 Ralt RT3

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

“In 1978, just after graduating from college, I held three jobs, waiter in a restaurant, a raft guide in nearby West Virginia, and a luthier. I would work in my wood studio from monday-friday and then hop in my old volvo with my lab to drive to WVA for my Saturday work on the New or Gauley river, then back on Sunday for my 12 hour shift at the Virginian in Charlottesville.
As a 24 year old I had all the energy in the world. In those days the interstate had not yet been completed in WVA so I…”

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borneo commented on 49-Years-Owned 1973 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS

“Hi everyone, I bought this incredible 850 with the intention on keeping it forever. Plans change and unfortunately it’s time to part ways. I have had an amazing past year with this car but by far the highlight has to be the road trip home from Calgary to Florida. Instead of heading straight back we headed west thru Banff, Vancouver, Olympic National Park, Redwoods, Monterey Car Week, and Yosemite. I picked up a mattress from Ikea and slept in the back the whole way. 10 days, 5,100 miles and 0…”

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tomshields commented on 1997 Volvo 850R Wagon 5-Speed

“66 is considered a lucky number in various cultures, including Chinese culture, where it symbolizes smooth progress and harmony in relationships. In numerology, it is associated with love, balance, and nurturing partnerships. It’s also a darn fine C2 year!
GLWTA!”

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SeekaC2U commented on 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible L79 327/350 4-Speed