Yesterday’s comments of note You Should Know

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

“it will be parked next to my 70 Plum Crazy 383 roadrunner”

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mnnice commented on No Reserve: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda Gran Coupe 383 4-Speed

“This jeep has been great to own for over 31 years. I just decided that it is time to move on and find a buyer who will appreciate it and take care of it like I have. It was one of the very last to be built with a 5-speed manual transmission, which makes it a rare find. I welcome any questions that buyers may have. Thank you for your interest.”

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rbillinger commented on No Reserve: Original-Owner 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4×4 5-Speed

“That’s legit and 100% original IMHO. Worked at a Schwinn shop as a kid and put together a few of those. A lot of people (cool kids) ditched the front fender. That’s the original seat. Those are the original pedals. This is all recollection but very clear. . They were wheelie machines and no fun whatsoever to get up a hill! An early but awesome memory! GLWTA!”

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Silver-MTB commented on No Reserve: 1968 Schwinn Sting-Ray Apple Krate Bicycle

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

“I’m so psyched. I had a 72S that burned in the LA fires. Insurance paid and now I’m getting the color I always wanted. Thanks everyone!”

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pvlas commented on 1972 Porsche 911T Coupe 5-Speed

“What a wonderful surprise to see John’s Outlaw 356 here on BaT!
I met John at Amelia Island when he brought the car to the Concours Show.
He was spending time with my old pal, Jean Jennings (Jean Knows Cars) whom I had met years earlier at the Hilton Head Concours Show when we spent the day together with Jay Ward (Pixar)
What a great memory…
This example is obviously one of the best builds I have ever seen and my best to John and all the folks who made it possible.
Best of luck with…”

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jimgraydesigns commented on John Oates’ 1960 Porsche 356B Emory Special Cabriolet

“1st real job at the age of 15 in North Hollywood CA was pumping gas at the Texaco station. Sky Chief (the premium blend) was 29.9¢ per gallon, and I’d check your oil and tire pressure and clean your windshield, if you wanted. I still remember the guy in the ‘56 Chevy that let me struggle for a while trying to find the gas cap. He finally laughed and told me to try opening the driver’s side tail light. Good times.”

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bew3 commented on Texaco Service Station Replica w/ Pumps & Memorabilia

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

“Hi this is Phyllis Yes. I bought the car back because I couldn’t sleep thinking
that the paint might be taken off. It will be donated to a museum for all to enjoy.”

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Justme123 commented on 1967 Porsche 911S Coupe “Por She” Art Car by Dr. Phyllis Yes

“Toyota really built them well back in the day. Not only that, but they’re not too big, not too small and look good. New owner will be happy. GLWTA”

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Spider_Mike commented on No Reserve: 1995 Toyota Pickup XtraCab DX V6 4×4 5-Speed

“I own the same car, even down to the 1592 twin cam and automatic transmission. It was built 6,028 cars later than this one, currently has 178,408 miles, and is our daily driver. I got it from the original owner’s family, and am technically the 4th caretaker. Since I also specialize in Fiats, I have serviced it mostly from new.
We take it on club tours, and it’s comfortable at an indicated 70+ mph. In 2024 we won worst in class at the concours d’lemons in Seaside California, and last year we…”

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Fiatplus commented on No Reserve: 1974 Fiat 124 Special Sedan

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:

“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:

“I’m a Corvette girl. I grew up with a dad who restored them. His first Corvette was a ’57 that he used to race. He decided to make it street legal in the mid ’60’s and had it on the road 3 days when a lady ran a stop sign and busted up the front end. He put a new front end on it, and it’s been sitting in the garage waiting to be restored for the past 50ish years. I’m 50 and it’s always looked a bit like this Elva, though the undercarriage and the body are pristine–just raw because it’s been in…”

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MerryMayhem commented on No Reserve: 1961 Elva Courier Project

“I’ve been fortunate to own some really nice Ducati’s. My 996 SPS was one of my favorite bikes. Tons of linear power, killer exhaust note and just a joy to ride. Beautiful bike presented here @DesmoquattroRestorations”

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ripper996 commented on No Reserve: 2001 Ducati 996 SPS

“My father and I test drove this exact colour combination 300SD when it was brand new in Vancouver British Colombia. He pulled over half way into the test drive and asked if I wanted to drive it. He recently passed away and when I saw this car it took me back to that moment in my life and it made me smile.”

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Sam360 commented on No Reserve: Single-Family-Owned 1980 Mercedes-Benz 300SD