Stuff on B.a.T.
 

Instead of individual threads I'm making one to cover various auctions I run across and think might be of interest to the forum.

How about this '66 Lotus Elan Type 45?

My Lord.......just bliss........

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Auction ends in 1 hour, 20 minutes:

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1966-lotus-elan-type-45-convertible/

I love BaT, even after the Hearst acquisition. Still tons of great, rare, and sometimes bizarre vehicles interspersed with the usual super-exotic "dead-guy" cars.

Part of my morning routine is to scroll through the first few pages of auctions just to catch the oddball stuff.

Yeah--it's not the BaT of old, but then again , nothing is.

Good friend of mine (car guy) had a routine with his youngest son --- they'd make guesses at how each auction would end up at from the daily summary, you mentioned.

I have a notification of Honda motorcycles & Volvos - that's it.

It really has evolved like you said......

That was great. If I ever get another sports car, probably, it will be similar to what you posted. I am not interested in speed and lap times, rather top down (Targa top off:)) drives.

This thread should be great.

I love the idea of owning a '60s classic. Problem is, most are rust riddled nightmares parading as a boomer's sweet dream. As an example, I present this '67 GP on BaT. It's beautiful outside, but the door bottoms and inner quarters reveal there's a cornucopia of rust that'll rear it's head at any moment.
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BAT is like the Sears Christmas catalog. All those great toys that will never own.

The Elan is a neat little car. Original Miata beside one is like putting an original Mini next to a new bmw Mini.

The 67 Elan we had you could reach over to the passenger seat and open that door from the outside while you were sitting in driver seat.

Probably safer driving a motorcycle today!

John Player Special-Style Livery Chair


Current Bid: $2,099, Ends in 17:36:13

Troy Hills, NJ

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^^^ That's very cool! :)

I know nothing about Studebakers (or 40/50s American iron in general) but I spotted this a week ago and thought it was unbelievably cool. A 1947 Commander Regal Deluxe. The name alone is worth the price :D Seems like a lot of car for $13,250.

1947-studebaker-commander



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Reminds me of "Hudson Hawk"! :D

the land of fake Z 28's. : )

Check out the 'driving' video on this listing for a 944 turbo cab. Not sold at $18K...no surprise there.
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1991-porsche-944-turbo-cabriolet-s2/

Some choice comments from the peanut gallery ↓

“OMG…….that was the best driving video EVER!!!”

“Listing is a Master Class in how not to sell your car.”

“Now I know why my auction didn’t do as well as I’d hoped...I need to think outside the box.”

:eek:

File under "What was he thinking?"

Meanwhile...there's a freaking pinball machine on B.a.T.!

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/pinball-machine-13/

:D :rolleyes:

Thanks for the tip! The only things missing were a curb slam and some LEO blue lights :D

1970 BMW 1600-2
Current Bid: $5,600
Ends in 21:00:31

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Interesting to have the narrated videos.....I like it!

Then this comment and video from the photographer.

Love the passion........


Hey everyone! My name is Andre and I am the photographer that took the photos of this beautiful bmw. The vehicle is stunning in person. If you are considering purchasing this vehicle you won’t be disappointed. Here’s a little video I posted about it.
Just a 1970 BMW 1600
https://youtu.be/t7i3nWnnHTs

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These are the standard wheels that came on the 911SC. They were on my '81 when I bought it. I upgraded to wider versions.

This auction ends in 21 hours and currently sits at $600......

16×6″ and 16×7″ Fuchs Wheels for Porsche 911

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/fuchs-165/

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guy is gonna regret selling those.
he "upgraded" to newer style wheels.

There are almost 0 upgrades from Fuchs. :)

I don't know about a "newer style" - but many consider a wider width Fuch as an upgrade.

Agree though - the Fuch style wheel is the best!

Wider Fuchs is the ONLY upgrade :)

rjp

I bought and sold a car on BAT. Very nice experience. I bought a 993 back in 2020 just at the first wiff of the Pandemic (just an odd chance) , and then sold a Triumph TR6. Did well both ways. In my experience if you are really a buyer or seller and have the cash it's a good site. Any time there is big money sloshing around people will come out to take shots. i personally had a good experience.

I never thought about selling Fuchs on B.a.T. I have a set from a 951 with the deeper offsets I want to sell at some point. I wonder if B.a.T. would be better than the PP classifieds?

Better meaning less hassles and more $....

Guys who post early, low bids for no other reason except to feel self-important and ask a lot of questions on cars they'll never, ever have the intention or means to buy.

BaT is hilarious.

rjp

My buddy is up in NC at their mountain home. Goes to the local car show and has some car buddies up there. He drives an S2000 but has owned many different sports cars over the years like most of us.

Told me the older crowd up there aren't too keen on Jap. cars - more inclined toward American iron, Jags, stuff like that. And Porsches.

Said these guys up there seem to have money and most have shops with lifts and stuff and do work & upkeep on their own cars.

I told him - sounds like the 356 guys. On the subject of B.a.T. auctions...they always show up and comment when a tub is listed with all kinds of comments....that's not the right gas cap....that headlight isn't original....stuff like that. These guys are like a cult! The amount of detailed info they collectively possess is downright scary! You know...in a good way. I say that because as a member of the registry I have benefited from tapping into that brain trust...and they never fail to provide what's needed.....

Hmmm, I recently commented on an '08 Bullitt Mustang up for bid. Mostly just a quick ownership review. Did that make me a pest? Maybe so. I purposely do not comment on any early 911 sales...most would be too easy to be critical of...especially those claiming originality.

The sheer size/notoriety/reach of BaT makes it statistically near impossible for anyone to score a good deal anymore. Great for selling if you are patient and risk averse (no guarantees at all, no protections at all). Also fun if you want to educate yourself on a specific model and can separate the knowledgeable folks from the peanut gallery... But to buy a car ? nah. There'll always be someone with more $ and less clues that wants it that day.

Custom Ford Model A Speedster
Current Bid: $25,000 Ends in16:57:06

BaT Essentials
Seller: BennettsCustoms
Location: Perth, Australia
Listing Details

Engine No. E71A725132
Custom-Fabricated Steel Body
Boxed Ford Model A Frame
21-Stud Flathead V8
Three-Speed Manual Transmission
Louvered Aluminum Hood & Rocker Panels
Maroon Paint w/Gold Lettering
Brass Windscreen & Grille Inserts
Side-Mounted Exhaust Pipes
Single Seat
Wood-Rimmed Steering Wheel
Drilled Front Axle w/Split Wishbones
21" Wire Wheels
Smith Friction Dampers

This single-seat speedster was built by the seller, Bennetts Customs of Dunsborough, Western Australia, utilizing a custom-fabricated body mounted to a modified Ford Model A frame. Dubbed the “Midnight Special,” the car is powered by a 21-stud flathead V8 equipped with a Holley 94-style carburetor and backed by a three-speed manual transmission. A brass windscreen and polished louvers accent the maroon exterior, and other highlights of the build include a drilled front axle, cowl steering, Smith friction dampers, split wishbones, 21” wire wheels, and side-mounted exhaust. The build was documented on the seller’s YouTube channel leading up to the car’s debut at the 2022 Red Dust Revival held at Lake Perkolilli. This boat-tail speedster is now offered on a bill of sale in Perth, Australia.

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1975 AMC Pacer (Wichita)

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1975-amc-pacer-10/

Current Bid: $6,100

Ends in 17:41:57

WOWZERS!!!!!!!!!!!!

For anyone wanting to re-live American car peak turd.

I'm in!

:)

Plus, it already comes with rust bubbles under the paint.

So you don't have to wait 18 months like the original owners.

Doesn't sound like the car for you.


I got rust on 3 of my 4 Porsches.

Plus some of my motorcycles.


And my '02 Silverado.


But I love them all.


Thanks for your contributions to the thread! :rolleyes:

I meant that in the most lighthearted way possible, Baz.

:)

I thought it was funny! And true.

We used to make some pretty cool cars in our country........

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1964-mercury-park-lane-convertible-2/

1964 Mercury Park Lane Convertible
Current Bid: $16,000
Ends in 27:53

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^^^ Sold for $25,250 on 10/3/24 ;)

I find BAT overwhelming now. I've switched to carsandbids.


https://carsandbids.com/auctions/9ngyMGPn/1987-buick-regal-turbo-t