Yesterday’s comments of note — Explained

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

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

    “What a beast. 12k miles on a S7 is impressive. Most have far fewer.
    The dollars spent to miles driven ratio must be wild.”

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    Button commented on One-Owner 2004 Saleen S7 Twin Turbo

    “Transmission is an M6 presto-matic WITH fluid drive. 2 gears in low range and 2 gears in high range. Rumor is it 2 gears in reverse but I have never attempted it in my 50 Chrysler equipped with the same trans. Fluid drive is the coupler between the trans and engine which works as an early torque converter basically allowing to come to a stop without taking out gear. Most people start in high range (Where 3rd is like a 3 on the tree) and at 12-18 MPH you just lift your foot off the gas and wait…”

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    BrooklynBeer commented on No Reserve: Three-Decades-Family-Owned 1950 DeSoto Custom Sedan

    “A 2016 Ford Taurus SHO with just a 93-octane tune (often referred to as a “tune-only” car) typically gains about 75–100+ horsepower over stock, bringing it close to 450–500 horsepower at the crank. In the 1/4 mile, a tuned SHO, even without bolt-on parts, is capable of running times in the low 12-second range, often around 12.3 to 12.6 seconds.”

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    Frederal commented on No Reserve: 524-Mile 2016 Ford Taurus SHO

  • Yesterday’s comments of note: A Practical Look

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

    “Very excited for my first win on BAT. Tried to get several of these over the last year so this is awesome!”

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    Dvredc5 commented on Modified 2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6 Coupe 6-Speed

    “Woah! Serendipitous… just saw my first Sonett on the road two weeks ago, after a two + decade hiatus from my own eyes. Sure, I’ve seen them at car shows, but in motion? Running errands? Not in forever… such a cool cat rolling down the road. Makes me wish that all cars were of this scale, instead of bloated monstrosities.”

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    notforhire commented on 1972 Saab Sonett III

    “Had this exact car, one of my favorite cars of all time. Nothing like a big sedan that runs like a hot rod. And these cars do. Not sure how they gear them or what is done to them. But this car is an amazing performance vehicle. I have a s65 now. But I actually liked the 63 more. Especially for just driving pleasure”

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    Phillip_Shaffer commented on 8k-Mile 2015 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG Sedan 4MATIC

  • What to Know About yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “I’m so excited! I lost a 1998 c43 sedan in a fire 5 years ago and have told myself to wait for the wagon and I finally have one! Plus it’s my birthday next week!”

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    Gnomenclature commented on No Reserve: 68k-Kilometer, Japanese-Market 1998 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG Wagon

    “This is an absolutely stunning car. We had this one at Macchinissima III and it was a favorite. I had the pleasure to drive it a little bit. It is very approachable but the Ford engine does scream with all the best noises. Condition is on another level of this one.”

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    mbaum commented on 1967 DeTomaso Vallelunga

    “My grandfather bought one of these new back in the day and got a surprise when he picked it up after its first scheduled service at the dealership. The service writer put “Aspen” on the repair order, so my grandfather asked him to correct it. Confused, the service guy walked over to his car and pointed at the “Aspen” badge on the side of the car. They walked around to the drivers side and were greeted by a “Volare” badge! I assume the workers on the assembly line just grabbed the…”

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    Wheelyneat commented on No Reserve: 1976 Plymouth Volare Premier 4-Door Sedan

  • Yesterday’s comments of note: A Practical Look

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

    “Wow, I have been waiting for 35 years!!!! I am so excited….”

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    hcso2332 commented on 50-Years-Owned 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 4-Speed

    “”I’m finishing up my home built go-kart this weekend” Me: Briggs and Stratton motor. Kit chassis. Lawnmore wheels. THIS GUY:”

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    Mr2freak commented on Ferrari 312PB-Style Go-Kart

    “This is cool. During the 1950s and 1960s, my grandmother worked for Helms Bakery in Montebello, CA. When I was young, I toured the plant and saw her working—baking donuts.
    She would bring home the cardboard miniature Helms trucks for me…
    Decades later, for her 90th birthday party, I made it a Helms Bakery–themed event and found an original unfolded cardboard Helms Bakery truck on eBay. I reproduced them so each table had a miniature Helms truck.
    The family went nuts over those…”

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    a990dna commented on 1939 Divco Twin Coach Helms Bakery Delivery Truck

  • Yesterday’s comments of note: A Practical Look

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

    “So, I’m 16 years old and it’s 1972 and my dad had an investment advisor come to our house. I hear a loud car approaching and it’s a Mangusta! I’d never seen one before in the flesh. Only in car magazines, and it was like a UFO landed from another planet! As a car obsessed kid since I can remember, I went outside and walked all around that car, taking in every sinuous line. When the meeting with my dad was over, the guy let me sit in the Mangusta. I remember that day like it was yesterday…”

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    BBK commented on 1969 DeTomaso Mangusta

    “There are so many things in life that we want, but really don’t need !!!
    I love classic time pieces and its amazing to see the value in something like a “Paul Newman Rolex Daytona” and the price someone is willing to pay to own one. Half the fun of owning something like this is coming up with an excursion to utilize it !!! We only go around this crazy world once, and spending a weekend with friends and family playing with this “toy” is worth the price of admission !!!
    Very cool. I have a…”

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    Dean_Laumbach commented on No Reserve: 1989 Hägglunds M973A1 SUSV

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    Type44 commented on Modified 1994 Toyota Supra Turbo 6-Speed

  • Here’s yesterday’s comments of note

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

    “At 82 years old I know my time is winding down but I have always recognized and truly appreciated what it took to create something like this.”

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    Trifiveron commented on Twin-Turbocharged Kaase “Boss Nine” V8-Powered 1964 Ford Ranchero by Kindig-It Design

    “World class champion, world class person. Survivor, victor, inspiration to many. Rest in peace. Blessings to all your family, friends, fans, and competitors.”

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    Slandry002 commented on Alex Zanardi, 1966-2026

    “Power to weight for the win! This must about triple the horsepower from stock. I really like the angled exhaust exit and the great choice of wheels. The MOMO wheel is the finishing touch on this extremely tidy build.
    I’m already smiling just thinking about driving this street legal go-kart. Being behind the wheel of this would make my face hurt from happiness.
    GLWTA.”

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    CarDogThreePedals commented on K20-Powered 1985 Fiat Bertone X1/9 6-Speed

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