A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“Hard to imagine that this stunning body style only lasted 3 years. Peak GM sculpting straight out of mid century Detroit. Whew”
“Just stunning. Hard to imagine today that these were once just considered cars and converted to race cars and sometimes trucks! I read where a wealthy widow donated her late husband’s for scrap to support the war effort.”
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“The 330 GTC has always been a favorite of mine. And the 512BB. When I was first working out of college in the early ’80’s my wife and I honeymooned in San Francisco and I dragged her to Ferrari Los Gatos, and there on the floor were my two dream cars, a 330 GTC sitting next to a 512BB. I remember them being in the $25 – $35K range? And thinking, I’ll be able to afford one of those. Unfortunately life intervened and prices for these cars increased but I was finally able to realize a dream…”
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CarCrzyTom commented on 1968 Ferrari 330 GTC
“I own a manual 6 speed ’07 NC. These are just fabulous vehicles. Nothing goes wrong. Certainly one of the finest engines Mazda ever built. Gobs of fun driving top-down and a true value fot the $ spent. New owner will be happy. GLWTA”
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Spider_Mike commented on 15k-Mile 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring PRHT
“Thanks to all bidders. I fell in love with the 904 when I first saw one in the 1980’s. I think it the most beautiful care design ever. Thats why I had to have the Beck 904. I started discussing the car with Chuck Beck in early 2020, and pulled the trigger in October of 2020. It was a 3 year build process, and I visited the factory many times during the build. My wife was involved too, and picked out the interior colors. I think it turned out nicely. Thanks for all the positive comments.”
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Armbrust commented on Beck 904 GTS
“The 505 wagon, IMHO, is one of the great longroofs. They endure rugged conditions in Africa without complaint. The 4 cylinder engine is about as indestructible as they get. Cargo capacity is unmatched. Yet the ride is so so comfy. Best seats anywhere. The video shows it off well.”
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raoulr commented on 1992 Peugeot 505 SW8
“Another one that I helped build at Torslanda in Goteborg. Some had a note under the dash: built in Sweden by a yankee. I was the only American out of supposedly 46 nationalities working there”
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volvo240s commented on 1979 Volvo 242 DL 5-Speed
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“I could easily get sucked in by this listing.”
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M5Z3M commented on No Reserve: Douglas DC-8 Engine Cowl Desk
“I remember street racing one of these against my 93 Typhoon. My awd blew it off the line but after about 100 feet or so I was staring at his taillights the rest of the way. These cars are deceptively fast. Beautiful example that will be way out of my budget. GLWTA!”
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Typhoontaz commented on 700-Mile 1987 Buick GNX
“Wow! I wish I was 30 years younger. This is a very solid looking start to what would be a great car! It looks like lots and lots of cleaning and derusting lies ahead! I did a ’62 years ago that started out a lot worse than this and ended up stunning. For the adventurous (and young) this could be an awesome project! GLWTA”
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Surfdwn commented on No Reserve: 46-Years-Owned 1969 Jaguar E-Type Series II Roadster Project
“I’ve driven one of these —it’s the closest you can get to a Spitfire, if you are afraid of flying. GLWTS!”
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Llorente commented on 2,100-Mile 2014 Morgan 3-Wheeler
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:
“As an owner of an exceptional example like this one all I can say is it is about time these cars get their due! There is nothing like them for comfort on the road today. Absolutely one of a kind. Great auction seller!”
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RPChan commented on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600
“Thanks! Been wanting one of these for a long time!”
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Hondarc51 commented on 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
“Guess, I have to change my user name now.”
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RedRidesATriumph commented on No Reserve: 3,100-Mile 2008 Ducati Monster S4RS Tricolore
“By the way folks, this Lincoln is my 400th listing on BAT!! Woo hoo!! What a car to hit the 400 mark!!!! BAT has been good to me and I have made friends with so many of you guys! Thanks for many of you who regularly attend the auctions and bring awesome commentary to the table!”
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Competitioncars commented on 1965 Lincoln Continental Convertible
A few of the comments that stood out to us yesterday:
“Of course, the whole 250,000 Auctions Milestone was all anybody could talk about at the Grounds for Divorce. Lucinda started promoting it the minute the listing went live, offering a Two-Fer on Texas pecan pie and free Folgers to anyone who showed up wearing a Bring a Trailer T-shirt.
Hank over at the Lucky Lady Lounge had a similar promotion going, but the T-shirt had to be wet and there were considerably fewer takers. Ultimately, Earl from Earl’s Salvage Yard and Formalwear took home the…”
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CaptainMyCaptain commented on Lot #250,000: 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO
“OK, I’ve been meaning to write this story for awhile now, and so now is the appropriate time to share that story.
I remember in the early 2000s when all the trade rags showed the new Mustang. they were beautiful. I would periodically go and test drive them. I remember once driving a GT with a 3.73 rear end and a 5-speed manual and that thing had some git up and go!
Where I live, they have a car show every MLK weekend. They had one of these Bullitts on display and I wanted one.…”
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TL486 commented on 630-Mile 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt
“As the owner of a 73 1600 Touring, these are fun and useful with the rear seats folded down lots of cargo space they are a few inches shorter than sedans and have a more aerodynamic windshield angle. At a 02 meet up they are rare.
GLWA”
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Rommel commented on No Reserve: 1974 BMW 2002 Touring 4-Speed
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
“Just so anyone watching this knows, the “Chip” referenced in the records as a prior owner in the story of this car is my father. This car is coming home”
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Crandy commented on 1970 Porsche 911E Coupe 5-Speed