Yesterday’s comments of note — Explained

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

“Jimmy Don Ventura had owned enough unusual automobiles over the years to believe he understood the public. He’d driven a lime-green AMC Gremlin, a Triumph Spitfire that leaked oil with the determination of an East Texas mosquito, and a Plymouth Barracuda that had once stranded him in front of the Dairy Twin during the lunch rush. Every one of them had attracted comments, questions, and unsolicited mechanical advice from complete strangers.
Then he bought Fred.
Officially, it was a 1949…”

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CaptainMyCaptain commented on “5 Ton Fred” Wrecker-Style, Autocar C-50-Bodied Rat Rod

“If you told me 10 years ago that GM’s only manual performance car would be a Cadillac sedan, I’d have told you you’re crazy.”

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70_duster commented on 1,500-Mile 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing 6-Speed

“I recall the great stories from the original owner. Need to bottle them with the car.”

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Ptrem commented on Original-Owner 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split-Window Coupe L84 327/360 Fuelie 4-Speed

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

““awarded to an employee”… would *love* to know more about this aspect of the car’s history”

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NSXcelent commented on 1,200-Mile 2009 Honda S2000 CR

“A 500 horsepower Diesel EVO 2. I’m so glad people exist in this world with such creativity and skill to come up with this idea and execute it. I am surely not one of them. Amazing.”

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Blackfin commented on OM606-Powered Evo 2–Style 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190D 6-Speed by Wahnsinn Wagens

“My first home after high school was a 58′ Air Stream parked behind old man Grungers barn.
I would love to buy this but I don’t have a barn to park it behind.”

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skyancher commented on 1947 Westcraft Sequoia 28′ Travel Trailer

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

“It’s hard to let my “Baby” go, after 55 years and so many upgrades and good experience. I hope the next owner appreciates and enjoys it as much!”

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BAB9146 commented on One-Owner, 2.4L-Powered 1970 Porsche 914-6

“Gotta love ❤️ 84.9 CENT/gal gas on 10 JAN 1994. Seriously, this 2nd Gen (1992) Honda Wagon is virtually identical to the one our family drove from that year to 2009 with zero issues. It was the reason I got another white 1993, virtually identical to this one, on BaT recently to relive the best car ever. It actually has a little “Grannymobile” sticker on the rear window. GLWTA!”

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DeusEquitare commented on No Reserve: 1992 Honda Accord EX Wagon 5-Speed

“Going to the Eagles Mere Air, Auto, and Motorcycle Museum to be driven and maybe raced.”

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JennyOXX6 commented on No Reserve: 327-Powered Devin Special

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

“Awesome to see another very early production boss! Curious as to when it initially was sold. I own 2013 Boss 302 #0003 in grabber blue. I purchased it in March 2012 from Al Packer Whit Marsh Ford in MD. They had no idea what the production number was and of course I never mentioned it until after I purchased it, then I received a call a few weeks later asking if I’d sell it back or trade it back for another boss plus cash. I declined. I do have more miles on mine, around 9k. Drove it from NJ to…”

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kenw66 commented on 877-Mile 2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 #0002

“Brings back wonderful memories !!
One of my best friends ordered a ‘63 Galaxie 500 XL Oxford Blue convertible with the 406/405 Tri-Power engine …By the time it arrived it had the new upgraded 427/425 Dual Quad engine..I can vividly remember the first time opening the hood and seeing those chrome valve covers marked 427-T ….I believe the “T” was for transistor ignition.
The ‘63 Galaxie has always been my favorite Ford, especially the
“R” code Fastback version.”

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Noisyboyz commented on 1963.5 Ford Galaxie 500 Hardtop Fastback R-Code 427 4-Speed

“A lot of the old GN racers, like me, will remember this car. Glad to see it’s still got all the original livery on it, as it’s a history making ride! Will be watching this one!”

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clemsgn commented on Record-Setting 7-Second Twin-Turbocharged 1987 Buick Grand National NHRA SS/DX Drag Car

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

“The best part of waking up is a Folger in your garage.”

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heywood commented on Folger Widebody 1987 BMW 325is Coupe 5-Speed

“Commenting as an owner of a ’72 GTV with V6 using many of the same swap components…
@benzog Looks to be a Larry JR. / Alfa Parts Exchange bellhousing. A very robust casting.
@Stockpat97 Assuming you’re asking about cam belt replacement, the belt & tensioner are easily accessed with the radiator removed.
@Alfaman Right, not easy maneuvering the V6 into place but I’ve done it solo 3 times during the build. Once its in access around the engine is really not bad at all.”

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DonPaolo commented on 3.0L Busso V6–Powered 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV 2000

“Dean Batchelor and Phil Hill agreed that if one has only one Ferrari, make it a 330 GTC. It does everything so well. As said, not only does it NOT need power steering, leave off all options including AC and Borrani wire wheels on these cars. The AC in this era had an ugly compressor, was very heavy and not very effective. Borrani’s are certainly beautiful but along with the attaching hardware are much heavier than the race proven Campagnolo disc wheels with their P car style provenance.…”

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1937Ford commented on 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC

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

“Oh good, it’s a Medium tank. My HOA tends to frown upon the Large ones…”

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3Pedalonly commented on ca.1945 T-34/85 Medium Tank

“My first car was a black 1987 325es. I loved that car and always told myself I would own another E30. This one is perfect.”

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rpmesq commented on S54-Powered 1986 BMW 325es 5-Speed

“Every time I see one of these I can’t help but think so fondly of Ed “Lancia” Levin and his remarkable knowledge surrounding these cars.
These really are spectacular cars in every respect. Once you drive one, you never forget it. @seller needs no introduction here so bid with confidence. These have been woefully undervalued compared with similar era cars, but I believe all that is about to change as more people wake up to US landed examples like this, and the amazing amount of fun one can…”

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Raffi commented on 1969 Lancia Fulvia 1.6 HF Fanalone