Yesterday’s comments of note: A Practical Look

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:

“Proud to bring this iconic car to BaT. I purchased it directly from Ken Block around the time he transitioned from Ford to Audi, and during my ownership it’s been carefully maintained and preserved to the same standard as when it left Ken’s hands.
This isn’t just a build or a replica of an era — this Hoonigan Escort Mk2 Gymkhana car holds a special place in Ken Block and Hoonigan history. It’s the car he owned the longest, and to me it represents the raw, analog side of what made…”

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racedeck commented on Ex–Ken Block 1978 Ford Escort Mk2 Gymkhana-Spec Drift Car

“I’m 60 now and cannt remember any to events when I was 5 in 1970 but this day I will always remember. , My dad was looking for a slightly used car for the family and I clearly recall the day we went to Beach Brothers Chrysler Dodge Plymouth in Salem, Va to look at a 1969 Coronet 2dr and there I stood staring at the two Superbirds parked beside each in a back row. My dad said they looked ridiculous, I thought they were the coolest cars I’d ever seen. I have loved them ever since. He bought…”

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TonyGto commented on 1970 Plymouth Superbird 440+6

“I know next to nothing about boats. I have no interest in buying a boat. Yet here I am, reading the full description of a boat, looking at the pictures, and studying every single comment. I’m certain I’m not the only one.”

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WishfulThinker23 commented on 1946 Higgins Speedster 17′

“As R&T said in their 1962 road test, “those who select one, get one of the finest.””

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MarkS commented on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 Series III

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

“I want to send a heartfelt thank-you to everyone for your beautiful words about the car, me, and my dad. I am so appreciative of all the help I’ve received from this wonderful community. Your guidance and positive comments have been invaluable.
It truly shows that you get it — understanding how much my dad and our family love this car and how much joy it’s brought us for more than 52 years. It’s clear you were able to see the car through my dad’s eyes.
During his life, he sold…”

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smuller commented on Single-Family-Owned 1973 Pontiac Firebird Formula SD-455

“NO. WAY. !!!! I am… just… floored. I’ve been staring at pictures of this car all week… and Formula SD 455s for years. Talking my wife’s ear off about how special this car is. I can’t wait to connect with the @seller. I’ll be honored to take care of this Formula for the next 30/40/50 years… as far as I make it. @bkrug @BaronVonZeppelin, everyone else who chimed in with all the great info and stories, thank you guys so much! I truly appreciate it as a buyer and member of this community.…”

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acesena commented on Single-Family-Owned 1973 Pontiac Firebird Formula SD-455

“The college and prep school stickers on the rear glass are almost mandatory on a sled like this. Such a cool ride!
Now about those eye-watering service and labor receipts…..”

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ldl20 commented on No Reserve: LS3-Powered 1990 Buick Estate Wagon for Charity

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

“I was building a large garage for a customer back in ‘87 or ‘88. I was just finishing up the lighting and up pulls an enclosed transport.
The driver opens the doors and proceeds to offload a brand new GNX and a Turbo TA.
They still sit in that garage to this day.”

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19Superbird70 commented on 1,200-Mile 1987 Buick GNX

“Corvettes, Testarossas, 911s… no… this is my exotic dream car… and that colour! Looks like an excellent body restoration. And it is in my motherland!”

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Swepty commented on No Reserve: 1974 Volvo 245 4-Speed

“Sitting in Boston Children’s, and reading the proceeds go to support pediatrics – hits pretty hard. Thank you to the seller for organizing this.”

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cperks21 commented on No Reserve: Coyote-Powered Factory Five Racing Type 65 Coupe 5-Speed for the Austin Hatcher Foundation

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

“OK let’s get serious here.
What a lot of us often don’t realize when we look at something like this is the enormous amount of time, engineering, design, and late night haunting representing thousands of hours by dedicated people to develop and refined a complete and functional performance car.
You are not just buying the parts to make cars, you’re buying an entire history of what it took to build the cars.
So…if you are contemplating building your own cars, this is an excellent way to…”

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Raffi commented on No Reserve: Shelby Rolling Chassis w/Series 1 Body Panels, Six Spare Chassis, & Parts Collection

“I own both a Ghibli and a Daytona and although I really like the Daytona the Ghibli is my go to car for long drives or if I anticipate stop and go traffic. Both cars have beautiful lines. The Ghibli is more reliable and more user friendly. The steering wheel can be adjusted up/down and the seat back is adjustable. No such luck on the Daytona. This car has power steering while the Daytona feels like a truck at slow speed.
The Maserati V8 has tons of low end torque while the V12 Ferrari needs…”

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ivanthecarnut commented on 1972 Maserati Ghibli SS 4.9 Coupe

“Awesome, I am so happy! This will live with several Ford Shelbys in the garage one of which being a ’65 GT350, so I am absolutely going to re-enact that magazine cover!!!! I’ll be driving it home to Pittsburgh and it will hardly be a trailer queen, but will be well taken care of.”

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gt350man commented on 1986 Dodge Omni Shelby GLH-S

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

“WOW, WOW, WOW… What an auction that was! That’s one for the record books!
With more than 1,700 comments and 53,000 views, this auction exceeded all expectations.
Thank you, everyone, for the bids, the comments, and for making this such an exciting auction. We are in contact with @flippipaldi now and are thrilled to see this incredible GT heading to its new home.
Congratulations to the winning bidder, and thank you again to the entire BaT community for making this such a memorable…”

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hymanltd commented on 8-Mile, One-Owner 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition

“It has been a genuine privilege to have this extraordinary 113-year-old racing motorcycle on display in my collection. It stands as far more than a rare machine—it is a tangible reminder of the ingenuity, craftsmanship, and determination of the pioneers who built it.
This motorcycle is a testament to what skilled hands, creative minds, and unwavering perseverance could accomplish more than a century ago.
Yet the motorcycle tells only part of the story.
It also pays tribute to the fearless…”

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Moviethings commented on 1913 Excelsior 7SC Board Track Racer

“As the former owner of XS004 and a serial collector of special Fox Body Mustangs, you can’t find many more special than a KB car. If I had the room I’d be going after this under full boost! GLWTA!”

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CC350 commented on One-Family-Owned, 30k-Mile 1992 Ford Mustang Kenny Brown Outlaw XS