Yesterday’s comments of note — Explained

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

“Welcome to another craZee auction. This is auction number 33 for me, and is by far the one I am the most excited about! As a Datsun/Nissan specialist here on BaT, I am flattered that my friend Rod is letting me represent this labor of love for him. Between the two of us, we have over 80-years of experience with Datsun Z cars. Buying, selling, modifying, racing, restoring, showing. There is little we have not done to these cars. I encourage you to review the pictures and watch the walk around…”

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craZee commented on 1970 Datsun 240Z Series I

“Congrats, @cpwcar! Bear in mind that all repairs and maintenance must be done while wearing flip-flops.”

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jpk928 commented on Ex–Roadkill Garage “Gargantuwagon” 1968 Chrysler Town & Country Wagon 440

“Wow! I watched the walk around video. Brings back memories from the Series 1 I bought new in 1970 just out of college, 08877. I recognized every little detail, like the seatbelt holder clips and engine wire wraps. The only thing missing is the smell of a new car, maybe that’s there too. Incredible. Unfortunately I sold mine a couple years ago on BAT. It has a good home and hopefully will be restored someday. This car should make it close to the all time highs for an auction.”

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FlynJim commented on 1970 Datsun 240Z Series I

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

“@ctalisman
Thank you bud. You have no idea what this car means to me. Money aside I always wanted one when I was a kid and a friend of mine had one once and would always wear blue socks because of the car. Just wonderful memories with this platform in my head.”

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ZeusBearThor commented on 7k-Mile 2002 BMW M Coupe S54

“That’s me with the seller. I believe we were snowboarding at Mt Hood that day. What a beast of a vehicle! It hauled many people to Mt. for a number of years. Great memories!”

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BarrettSmith commented on No Reserve: 29-Years-Family-Owned 1974 International Harvester Travelall 100 Deluxe 4×4

“I owned a J-car with V6, they were better and more reliable than they get credit for. Chevrolet did a great job styling the Z24, love the cowl-induction hood. Those tint headlight covers are pure 80s nostalgia, I sold hundreds of them back in the day.”

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mr_smee commented on 44k-Mile 1986 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 Coupe 4-Speed

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

“We have been overwhelmed by the positive reaction and comments on the Black Shadow and our shop. I wish I could say it was all me but it is not. Jack Wilson told me ” you can’t do it all by yourself” . This maybe the best advice he ever gave me because I have two dedicated and talented mechanics that combined have been here 40 plus years. I also have several longtime sub contractors and suppliers that are reliable and understand our commitment to the motorcycles we work on.
Contact us for any…”

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bigdcycle commented on 1951 Vincent Black Shadow

“Super rare!
NSU meets Citroen
Weird gets weirder.
I love it!”

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ekmcmullen commented on 1974 Citroen GS Birotor

“This looks like a great, honest Porsche 911T Coupe 5-speed. Yes, all U.S.-delivered cars came with MFI, while ROW models had carburetors.
This example appears to be a very untouched, original car with all the right period-correct parts, and a rare specification, leather interior, and factory A/C. It has a really nice patina, and a 1972 T in this kind of condition is becoming increasingly rare. These make fantastic driver’s cars.
When the time comes to rebuild the engine, it’s a great…”

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Frida commented on 1972 Porsche 911T Coupe 5-Speed

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

“I don’t think Frankenstein is an issue in Aston Martin world. Many are upgraded to Vantage spec, many DB4/5/6 are built to 4.7 Vantage spec. Like Panteras and aircooled Porsches, there’s no shame in that. I think it’s only in the US musclecar world that originality is a MUST. I think that’s because there were so many made and so many customised in the day, that originality is their only rare virtue. But with a car that only 3,500 were made in a 22 year production run, sympathetic modifications…”

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CSX427 commented on 1975 Aston Martin V8 Series III 5-Speed Conversion

“When I was 14 I bought a 1968 Super Bee for $100 cash. Paper route money~
Mom was not impressed”

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ChuckFred commented on 383-Powered 1968 Dodge Coronet Hardtop

“My cousin bought this exact car in 1974 and we jokingly called it the pumpkin …Nobody’s laughing today as this color is one of the most desirable on a C3 !”

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Noisyboyz commented on 2k-Mile 1974 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe 4-Speed

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

“As a sidebar to this 250,000th auction listing, yesterday at the Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance, BaT Co-Founder Randy Nonnenberg, spoke at length for the entrants and attendees about the phenomenon that brought about what we are experiencing here — how it began and how it evolved. It’s a fascinating story of insight, risk and reward that’s about as “American” as anything can be.
On the field were a number of “BaT Auction” sales as well as sellers, commenters and attendees who read the…”

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Delia_Wolfe commented on Lot #250,000: 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO

“”body is said to have sustained damage from shrapnel during a missile strike” . . . that’s not damage, that’s character.”

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Paul_Dietzel commented on 1965 GAZ 69

“Pontiac sure had some pretty cars in the Sixties. They’ve aged well too. Great to see two Pontiac B Bodies with three pedals on BaT in the same week… how unusual is that?
This car would have a circle of admirers at every Cars and Coffee you drove it to… elegant and much less common than the A Body cars of the era. Truly the “executives’ hot rod” especially with a four-speed.
Wonderful car… :-)”

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msjbythebay commented on 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix Hardtop Coupe 4-Speed

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

“A great car with a great story! I’m often surprised how wing cars are optioned. For example, the C-21 Center front-seat cushion and folding armrest with column automatic, seen here. Deluxe wheel covers? I guess I assume it’s a class of car that would naturally be more loaded up.
Of course their existence as the manufacturers were pushing the limits of NASCAR homologation rules ensures they are inherently fascinating. Producing them had nothing to do with marketing them for profit.…”

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Valiantjim commented on 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona

“Beautiful Square body! I have had 4 over the last 4 decades and have an 85 GMC Sierra Classic 3500 that is a Fall Guy replica. These trucks are imo the best trucks ever made. Someone will be getting a beautiful example and it being the first year of production is even a nicer feature. GLWTA👌👌👌”

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DBG1973 commented on 1973 Chevrolet K20 4×4

“@64_S1 Not only can you drive this back home to the Midwest, you SHOULD! As one who has driven my S2 Elan coast to coast and border to border, I highly recommend it, with a couple of caveats. First, as you noted, install the side windows. Even with the top down it will keep the wind from beating you up. Then, when you put the top up, only if needed for major rain of course, you will stay relatively dry.
Second, do not use interstate highways unless there is no reasonable alternative. As the…”

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Ross_Robbins commented on No Reserve: 1966 Lotus Elan S2