[{"id": 3447558, "authorName": "mensrea", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mensrea/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Grocery getter.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1563230882, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447589, "authorName": "J.B.2.1.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/j.b.2.1.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is my stupid dream car. I want one, and of course I can't afford one. But if I ever own one, I'd daily it like an idiot, I promise.", "likes": 12, "timestamp": 1563231667, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447598, "authorName": "TJP_77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tjp_77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is one of my favorite cars of all time. I just love everything about it, from the concept to the execution. If you haven't seen Jay Leno's review, I highly recommend looking it up on YouTube.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563231861, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447607, "authorName": "Otto_Fyle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/otto_fyle/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Dug deep in my eloquence bag and came up with WOW!!!", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1563232040, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447610, "authorName": "9rows", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/9rows/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yes! Finally!\r\n\r\nBeen following these entirely by accident when an Indy Lights driver I followed on social media (Oliver James Webb) began to assist in the development / promotion of the BAC Mono.\r\n\r\nMy goodness. I want one.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563232098, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447620, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi everyone!\nSeller here. This is my baby and has been my baby for a few years now. I remember putting the order, choosing the specs and having to wait 3 years to get it delivered. The waiting list is that long. But totally worth it.\nI highly recommend watching the Top Gear review if you still haven't: \nhttps://youtu.be/n_gfHpqzZGY\n\nThe mono just came out from its yearly service and it needs absolutely nothing. \nI'm around for any questions you may have.", "likes": 12, "timestamp": 1563232504, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447646, "authorName": "Robert.C", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robert.c/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bring a Helmet (obligatory, I apologize).", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1563232880, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447676, "authorName": "Pavel23", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pavel23/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "where do you service it, dealer network?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563233464, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447680, "authorName": "Musclecarmarcus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/musclecarmarcus/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "$3,000 bid placed by Musclecarmarcus", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563233720, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3447692, "authorName": "chilidog041", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chilidog041/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'd like to recognize the photographer. These are fantastic, beautiful pictures.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1563234045, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447704, "authorName": "Hickman3D", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hickman3d/", "bidAmount": 3200, "content": "$3,200 bid placed by Hickman3D", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563234325, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3447705, "authorName": "Crazyas00", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazyas00/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well, I did not know this existed. My first thought is how is this street legal? And in CA! But then, I think of course, it would be street legel BECAUSE it's in CA. This is a single seater with minimal bodywork. NICE engine. The kicker is the Hewland. Cantilever Sachs suspension. Serious brakes. No cutting corners here. It must be a blast to drive. What does it weigh? I bet the power to weight ratio is WAY down there. I look forward to reading more as the week progress'. Awesome Mono!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563234399, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447708, "authorName": "Wob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Saw this car at Malibu Cars and Coffee last month when we brought the Unimog there. One of the few cars I haven't driven in this world and looked and sounded good. My client just bought one though so hoping to steal it soon. Good luck with the sale, I like the ethos and look of these things a lot!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563234429, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447716, "authorName": "fishman76092", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fishman76092/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Came to see a video - did not leave disappointed. One of my all-time favorite cars. Had no idea they could be street legal. \r\nGLWS.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563234606, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447717, "authorName": "JasonO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jasono/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I can only assume that the owner has the next gen replacement already on order. Otherwise, how could you let it go? I would love to bid, but I am only a BAC dreamer with an Ariel Atom budget.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563234639, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447735, "authorName": "JasonO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jasono/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am curious what the Doug Score would be on this one. He's only 90 minutes from Temecula. Someone make it happen...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563234902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447736, "authorName": "Cory_M", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cory_m/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I believe I saw this car at a trackday at California Speedway back in 2016, unless there is more than one white Mono driving around SoCal. I chatted with the owner for a while, nice guy who actually drove to the track (thumbs up!). These cars are awesome. As a mechanical engineer and Formula SAE alumni I couldn't get enough. The fit and finish was excellent. The car was being driven on track very conservatively, having fun but definitely not putting the car at any risk. Love it.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1563234925, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447776, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jasonO I actually got in touch with him to come drive it but that\u2019s when he wasn\u2019t living in San Diego. \r\nBut I can do my own Doug score, here we go:", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563235668, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447782, "authorName": "shakingthrough", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shakingthrough/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Driving video is not to be missed. Driver \"punches it\" while traveling at what looks like the posted highway speed and immediately leaves everyone behind. Wow!", "likes": 13, "timestamp": 1563235799, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447825, "authorName": "darcyw", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/darcyw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "yup...so full of winning. perfect for date night...at the track!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563236640, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447846, "authorName": "Network42", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/network42/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I find it highly unlikely that any bid I can afford to make will break the reserve, but a man can dream, dammit.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563237395, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447847, "authorName": "Network42", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/network42/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by Network42", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563237418, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3447850, "authorName": "Jags_in_the_barn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jags_in_the_barn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is the perfect excuse for me showing up late and unprepared for all of my summer business meetings.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1563237539, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447852, "authorName": "RIXALFA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rixalfa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What @TJP_77 said. Leno is very enthusiastic about these F1 type cars in his videos. I saw him coming from the opposite direction yesterday in his LCC Rocket on Big Tujunga Canyon Road . I love that ride, but this Mono with its Cosworth must be amazing.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563237668, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447970, "authorName": "H2Rguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/h2rguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JasonO The second Doug DeMoron gets anywhere near this (or any) car it\u2019s value is immediately cut in half as far as I\u2019m concerned. The only thing worse would be Shmee kneeling next to it with his arms out and mouth open. Aren\u2019t their undeserved 15 minutes up yet?", "likes": 29, "timestamp": 1563240736, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447971, "authorName": "ramon.carro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ramon.carro/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "No hard top or wipers , I'm out :)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563240784, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447983, "authorName": "Downtown", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/downtown/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@H2Rguy Hear, hear!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563241068, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447987, "authorName": "SM_Minis", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sm_minis/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The video titled 'Mono in LA' is not a public service announcement about an entry-level STD. I did, however, get infected just by watching it. As for the whole package, I'm seriously at a loss for words.", "likes": 14, "timestamp": 1563241317, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447989, "authorName": "lestonian", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lestonian/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "it amazes me how little substance is over the rear end.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563241416, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3447999, "authorName": "Peter_K.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/peter_k.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "what do these cost new? quite few people talk about not being able to afford these and can only dream.....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563241558, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448013, "authorName": "bretticus4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bretticus4/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "just watched the topgear video which answered some of the questions. weighs half a ton, 0-60 in under three seconds, MSRP of 102,000 british pounds.\r\n\r\nwhat a weapon. a scalpel, really.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1563241851, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448035, "authorName": "Downtown", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/downtown/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bac Mono Review (2019)\r\n\r\n\"\u00a3167,940 before options\"\r\n\r\nhttps://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/bac/mono", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563242265, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448047, "authorName": "tferrer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tferrer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a weapon..", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563242579, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448106, "authorName": "joeveto", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joeveto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pffft - It's really no big deal. We can easily spin one of these off if we move the drivers seat to the middle and re-purpose a Spark drivetrain and other bits. \r\n\r\nWe'll sell it for less than half as much and still make a killing -- GM.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563243986, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448134, "authorName": "johnnytightlips", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnnytightlips/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@H2Rguy - all of the thumbs. Up.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563244963, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448245, "authorName": "sjmorgan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjmorgan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Actually, GM did a car much like this but with tandem seating for two. I probably have pictures of it in my archive when I did a spy shot it in the GM studio maybe 30 years ago for a GM VP who wanted a record of that strange exercise. I was supposed to turn over the negatives, but I think that they never left my files. \r\nIt was a top secret project, with Formula car sort of bits and pieces. \r\nI thought that it was pretty cool at the time. \r\n\r\nWhat happens with these cars is that they are not really \"social\". But they are fun.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563248751, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448327, "authorName": "tmctguer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tmctguer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As someone who has successfully gotten a car through the SB-100 process with a smog exemption from CARB, my question is simple........is this car smog exempt, and if so how in the heck did you get THIS car get through? (Congratulations, BTW)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563253338, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448339, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@tmctguer It is smog exempt :)", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1563253897, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448361, "authorName": "Piggy_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/piggy_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Where do I sell my organs, I need this", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563255635, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448403, "authorName": "masernut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/masernut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Factory aluminium tow hooks have been replaced by titanium hooks. The devil is in the details.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1563264123, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448515, "authorName": "SwiftFF5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swiftff5/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One of the engineers who worked on this (as well as the newer R version) frequents another forum that I frequent, so I have been watching these in awe for a while now. Definitely a dream car for me, just to drive one for a while would be amazing. It will be fun to watch this auction! GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563278476, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448573, "authorName": "rubin565", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rubin565/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@H2Rguy your comment earns a Doug Score of 0.0", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563280575, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448622, "authorName": "austin_alfa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/austin_alfa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is this what Phil Spector meant when he said \"Back to Mono?\"", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563281734, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448623, "authorName": "JeffreyC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeffreyc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Holy crap. My Caterham Seven would probably feel like a Buick after a drive in this thing.", "likes": 17, "timestamp": 1563281771, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448627, "authorName": "andywent", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andywent/", "bidAmount": 30000, "content": "$30,000 bid placed by andywent", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563281823, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3448634, "authorName": "Scott_Ales", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scott_ales/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thought I was a car guy...never heard of this before today. Pretty embarrassed. \r\n\r\nI would expect this to bring very strong $ or just a slight discount to new. \r\n\r\nGLWTA\r\n\r\nAt least now my eyes won't glaze over when the younger TRUE car guys bring this up for discussion!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563281999, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448696, "authorName": "CraigInPA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/craiginpa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Maybe in LA you could drive something like this on the street, but where I live every local town's police would be pulling you over not believing such a vehicle could be street legal.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563283315, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448726, "authorName": "krodista", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/krodista/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "wish I could come anywhere near buying one of these as I would 100% daily this till it fell apart; fix it and daily it some more...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563283890, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448728, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Where does one service a BAC Mono yearly in the states? Asking for a friend. I have seen a lot of crazy things in LA traffic but never something as cool as one of these..... Yet.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563283898, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448733, "authorName": "nicholsp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nicholsp/", "bidAmount": 30501, "content": "$30,501 bid placed by nicholsp", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563283971, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3448763, "authorName": "Gary_T1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gary_t1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I remember years ago, maybe in my teens, when I first thought of modifying an open wheel racer for the road. Never saw one back then, and I remember further thinking that I must be the only idiot who felt this was a good idea. Obviously, many smarter than I have done just that, as there are many made for the road from scratch, and some others modified. Now that I'm older, I wonder how it would feel to drive a Formula Vee or some Cosworth rear powered open wheel racer on the highway, 6 inches off the ground and no higher than the door handle of a compact car. I must say I was a lot braver then......", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563284528, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448764, "authorName": "JTW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jtw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I wonder, \r\nHow many organs could I sell, and still be able to drive this, and enjoy it?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563284545, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448775, "authorName": "JTW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jtw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In the driving video, I want to see him drive under some semi trailers to change lanes.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1563284692, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448792, "authorName": "Tony_B-ko", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tony_b-ko/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These things are legit my favourite street legal car. If I win the lottery within the week, I would definitely participate in this. I hope whoever wins this goes to local track days, AutoX and Cars and Coffee so us car enthusiasts who love this thing but can't afford it can still see it in person! (I'm still yet to see one)\r\n\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563284902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448904, "authorName": "shelbyman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelbyman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Scott_Ales Spot on...never ever heard of this car....can't believe someone has the spare change to purchase one!!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563286932, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448913, "authorName": "Michaelkobeissi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/michaelkobeissi/", "bidAmount": 35000, "content": "$35,000 bid placed by Michaelkobeissi", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563287113, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3448936, "authorName": "HONEYBOLTLLC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/honeyboltllc/", "bidAmount": 40000, "content": "$40,000 bid placed by HONEYBOLTLLC", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563287640, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3448945, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@WAGONBOYTD there are a few shops that will service the mono and have direct contact with the factory. Desmoto in SF, Inokinetic near Los Angeles. I think there are dealers in Texas and New York as well. The Hewland transmission could be serviced at any race shop really and engine parts aren\u2019t hard to get, as Cosworth and Mountune have dealers in the Us. It\u2019s not a very difficult car to work in at the end of the day really. Also as you can see on the service records, service and parts are quite reasonable actually, much much cheaper to maintain than the 911 GT3 I had, for example.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1563287772, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448955, "authorName": "OinFL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oinfl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "that escalated quickly..", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563287917, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448961, "authorName": "unclewill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclewill/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@adhesivo Does this car have a reverse gear?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563288065, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3448966, "authorName": "John_B", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/john_b/", "bidAmount": 50101, "content": "$50,101 bid placed by John_B", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563288191, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3449005, "authorName": "mr_smee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr_smee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is this the very one I saw hauling the mail on Mulholland Dr a couple years ago? We were visiting my wife's brother in Thousand Oaks and I wanted to see and drive the legendary Mulholland, we stopped to take a photo and this comes screaming around the corner and is gone in a second. Given the scarcity, this might be that car. Unfortunately it wasn't race-day up there, the Rock Store was closed, only saw a guy on a ratty Ninja 600 going up and down. Did have a nice chat with a guy that started shooting pics of the cars and bikes and turned that into a business.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563288798, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449020, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@unclewill yes of course, 6 speeds fwd and one in reverse!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563289083, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449065, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@adhesivo\r\nMiguel? Fancy seeing you here brother. Hope all is well. \r\n\r\nAlec", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563289833, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449068, "authorName": "Mgaguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mgaguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Holy sheep s*** Batman\r\nThey\u2019ve found your car!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563289921, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449070, "authorName": "2mAn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "flipping through the build checklist pics reminded me of Legos. This is Legos for adults... good luck @adhesivo !", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563289960, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449071, "authorName": "Mgaguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mgaguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Holly sheep you know what ... Batman they\u2019ve found your car", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563289980, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449125, "authorName": "Stusmith", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stusmith/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "https://youtu.be/n_gfHpqzZGY\r\nTop gear review \r\nDefinitely the coolest car on the road.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563290746, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449168, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@adhesivo\r\ngood to know for any prospective buyers. Very cool.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563291731, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449201, "authorName": "soup2nuts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/soup2nuts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love it.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563292301, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449298, "authorName": "ThreePedalCollective", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/threepedalcollective/", "bidAmount": 78910, "content": "$78,910 bid placed by ThreePedalCollective", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563294256, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3449372, "authorName": "babernathie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/babernathie/", "bidAmount": 85000, "content": "$85,000 bid placed by babernathie", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563295553, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3449411, "authorName": "ThreePedalCollective", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/threepedalcollective/", "bidAmount": 123456, "content": "$123,456 bid placed by ThreePedalCollective", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563296274, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3449497, "authorName": "2mAn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "wow, are we done with bids with 6 days to go?", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1563297602, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449562, "authorName": "Dagwood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dagwood/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Holy cow...that behind-the-wheel 30 second video...what an awesome way to lose points on your drivers license ! Pretty damn close to an F1 car for the road ! GLWTS !", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563298581, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449631, "authorName": "willrace4beer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willrace4beer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are the factory aluminum tow hooks included in the sale? ;-)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563299466, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449680, "authorName": "fitfan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fitfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "i've built my own street legal singe seat formula car, more vintage, less modern than the Mono, (but with a Cosworth duratec). Ian / BAC uses a lot of our software and I had the pleasure to speak with him at our event about the modification to the F3/4/mygals/etc.. chassis designs. BAC went through a lot of testing and redesign to make the mono more forgiving and streetable. the price is crazy - but there is a lot of work that goes into them both design and engineering wise, and also fabrication of the bodywork and the bespoke interior work on the newer cars. GLWS!", "likes": 12, "timestamp": 1563299847, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449936, "authorName": "OinFL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oinfl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@2mAn big boy bid club..(not I) LOL", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563302123, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449948, "authorName": "2mAn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You and me both...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563302208, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3449964, "authorName": "OinFL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oinfl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "$199k - $235k seems to be the going after a quick search..6 for sale in the world...", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563302362, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3450064, "authorName": "2mAn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "oh wow, so I was way off... shows where my knowledge is. Keep the bids going!! haha", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563302975, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3450497, "authorName": "shakingthrough", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shakingthrough/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ThreePedalCollective - based on your bidding pattern I fear your next bid, if necessary, will have to be $234,567.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1563305656, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3450505, "authorName": "krodista", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/krodista/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "with the current bid price, it would appear these are holding their value extremely well.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563305682, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3450820, "authorName": "fitfan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fitfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BAC jacked the price up and took distribution and assembly quality control more internal. so the big price hike for new - has protected the used market values.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563308159, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3451043, "authorName": "Classicspotted", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicspotted/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Current bid is visually pretty close to the recent 1234567$ winning bid...pretty close", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563309659, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3451224, "authorName": "jimxyz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimxyz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Saw this at the local C&C recently - it is amazing n person. Not many other cars stood chance as far as getting attention - there was an Ariel Atom at the show too and it wasn't even noticed... First one I had seen - wish I had the $$$ to bid! GLWA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563310917, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3451258, "authorName": "NicklesVon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nicklesvon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "saw this exact car at the San Clemente Cars N Coffee a few weeks back. Gets alot of eyeball and lots of Instagram photos. Car is low to the ground, so I cant imagine navigating the highway and byways surrounded by 5,000LB SUV driven by SoCal Moms on their phones texting their yoga teachers.... But getting on some wide open mountain roads early in the AM would truly be a blast.... Not my cup of tea, but what a unique vehicle to take out at the right time - GLWS", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1563311111, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3451348, "authorName": "Drew510", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drew510/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had Mono once. Ruined my wrestling career. The ironic bit is I got Mono from my teammate THROUGH my girlfriend. She was his ex, then became my ex and got back with him. Oh wait, this is a different kind of Mono. This is the kind you lust after - not despise.", "likes": 18, "timestamp": 1563311640, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3451366, "authorName": "Mgaguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mgaguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I want a video of someone elegantly getting into this rocket\r\nNo mini skirts please", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563311736, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3452028, "authorName": "F.N.Steinway", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/f.n.steinway/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bring An Oxygen Mask And G-Suit", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563322964, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3452274, "authorName": "Pro4X", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pro4x/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "are those serious bids? These nominally 'open-wheel' type cars, Ariel Atoms, etc are generally in the 50-75k range. I know very little about Atoms and even less about this beast, I if I were the seller I would be inclined to flag a couple of bids", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563331138, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3452462, "authorName": "Mustang15", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mustang15/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have seen this car. It's incredible. The presence ot has is unmatched and it's far more well-constructed and constructed than an Ariel. It was 250gs or some crazy amount when new.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563339834, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3452645, "authorName": "SwiftFF5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swiftff5/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dagwood - actually, more like an F3 car for the road, since a lot of the suspension and chassis were apparently based on F3 car design.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563362494, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3452807, "authorName": "Dagwood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dagwood/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SwiftFFS Right you are ! A great trip irregardless.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563368507, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3452810, "authorName": "Dagwood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dagwood/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SwiftFF5 Right on !", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563368568, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3452903, "authorName": "eima77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eima77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JeffreyC\r\nCongratulations on \"BaT comment of the Day\" \r\n@adhesivo\r\nGreat to See this on BaT, Very Nice Presentation, I've enjoyed reading the comments and learning about this. How exciting to See The Bidding early on! \r\nI Wish You and All Bidders an exciting auction and excellent outcome!\r\nBest Regards \r\n????", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563370990, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3453200, "authorName": "one_twenty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/one_twenty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I wonder if a person who drove Formula 1 for a living, if offered this as a drive around on public roads, might respond \"no thank you. I prefer something sane when I'm not working.\"", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563376202, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3453584, "authorName": "anteater", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/anteater/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "California does require a front license plate, but officer might overlook that as he impounds the car for going 180 in a 45.", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1563382865, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3453620, "authorName": "BStone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bstone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cool car... and very rapid. I've seen it zipping around various car shows here in the San Diego and up and down the 1 hwy on some Saturdays. Even on my street bike I'm somewhat jealous of the fun the driver must be having. :D", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563383422, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3453630, "authorName": "BStone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bstone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@one_twenty I would guess that would be most drivers thoughts. On that new Letterman \"My Next Guest Needs No Intoduction\", Lewis Hamilton was on and said he doesn't like driving on public roads period lol", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563383673, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3453779, "authorName": "namaste", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/namaste/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "3000 miles and it needed a new head gasket? must've overheated it. I think there were 2 of these sold in the US? (prior to change in BAC mgmt when they doubled the retail.) thanks to the price jump, i guess the seller will actually make a profit!\n\nThis must be shinoo's car I guess, given the location. (The original importer.)", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1563386246, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3454102, "authorName": "Cross", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cross/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I showed a co-worker the video link above labeled \u201cMono in LA.\u201d\r\n\r\nAfter seeing it accelerate from freeways speeds.....he said ...\u201dwow!...I thought my car was fast. This Mono re-defines the word Fast and Fun.\u201d\r\n\r\n\u201cIt should be the next Fast & Furious poster car.\u201d", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563388639, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3454353, "authorName": "rplamann", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rplamann/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well, it's time to hand in my car guy card. I did not even know these existed. Now that I do, I don't know how anyone could live without one! Good luck to the seller and buyer", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563390540, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3454626, "authorName": "GVSSKIER", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gvsskier/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@adhesivo the steering wheel and seat are customized to owner. Any idea/suggestions how the new owner goes about getting these two items re-fit?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563392525, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3455156, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Gvsskier my steering is not hand modeled, exactly to avoid this issue, different people have different hands. The seat padding is interchangeable so new owner could have a mold made or just use standard padding like I do. The car fits like a glove if you are 6ft. Of course pedals are adjustable and the new owner will need to set them up to his liking.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1563395854, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3455785, "authorName": "Lorenzoo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lorenzoo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Always did and still do love this car.\r\nSort of reminded me of a KTM X-Bow but more extreme.\r\nI guess you wear a helmet just so you can see.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563406859, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3456052, "authorName": "JohnnyCruz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnnycruz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just one question do you need a pilot license to drive this? If so what rating?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563414589, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3456243, "authorName": "vovchandr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vovchandr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JeffreyC thats one way of looking at it.\r\n\r\nAnother is that we get 90% of the experience for the fraction of the cost.\r\n\r\nDue to 60 year old design we will never be the fastest track weapon but we have the perfect combination of daily driving and performance. Every time I turn my heater on I have no envy of Atom owners.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563421843, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3456269, "authorName": "Manywheels59", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/manywheels59/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "No cupholder but thats a nifty luggage rack on the tail....holy jetstream Batman", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563423522, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3457030, "authorName": "nobrakes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nobrakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "that vid was an ear to ear experience, thanks for that!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563461587, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3457289, "authorName": "dutchieZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dutchiez/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Formula three for the street.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563466303, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3457406, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@adhesivo what is the story with the new head gasket? I'm surprised that was needed so quickly (but I'm not super familiar with these motors).", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563468361, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3457470, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bck we checked compression and it wasn\u2019t exactly the same on all cylinders. Talked to cosworth. Faulty head gasket. $60 part. Replaced. All good.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563469266, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3459216, "authorName": "caleb2483", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caleb2483/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well this is new O_O;\r\nMy unobtainable dream car here... after the McLaren F1 LM!! *drool*", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563481422, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3459481, "authorName": "nebeid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nebeid/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Do I even ask what it's like to insure this amazing machine?\r\nDo you get speeding tickets when parked?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563482950, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3459717, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@nebeid insurance is actually very affordable, about $1200/year for full coverage based on $230K in my collectors insurance. No tickets ever, only been pulled once by a curious cop.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563484891, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3459872, "authorName": "Omnivore", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/omnivore/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Next owner of this little rocket calls in to his boss:\r\n\r\n\u201cI can\u2019t make it in today, I think I may have mono. \r\nMatter of fact I\u2019m sure I have mono.\u201d", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1563487148, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3460055, "authorName": "BigEasy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigeasy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@adhesivo Two questions... do you feel really silly at a stop light with a everyone next to you staring, or do you just think \u201cYou wish!!!, soccer dad... plus, you can\u2019t see my face through the helmet anyway.\u201d\r\n\r\nAnd... Have you ever taken it through a drive-thru? I have to admit, if I bought it, I\u2019d give you a bag of hunderds and head straight for McDonalds... how could you resist??", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563492584, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3460427, "authorName": "kpc_flyboy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kpc_flyboy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey\r\nhey, hey, hey\r\nIt's a BAC on BaT...you know the rest.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563502536, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3460554, "authorName": "ThreePedalCollective", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/threepedalcollective/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Pro4X you put zero effort into finding out price on this car and zero effort into the bidder's previous history..... and yet you suggest flagging my bid? Makes sense to me...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563507025, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3460564, "authorName": "Pro4X", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pro4x/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ThreePedalCollective Yup, I stand corrected, you offered half price....in the way a 16y/o would bid on a 944. Glad you have enough class to let my internet naivete slide....\r\n\r\nGood luck with your bid.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563507738, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3460588, "authorName": "ThreePedalCollective", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/threepedalcollective/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Pro4X Yes, I added levity to my very real bid. However, feel free to show me how to make a \"mature\" bid on this car.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563509074, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3460599, "authorName": "Pro4X", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pro4x/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ThreePedalCollective I didn't do any due diligence on you or the BAC, it just looked like an odd bid to me, As much as would like to make a serious offer on it, if I won, I'd have to learn how to drive that level of car, I have other hobbies. I genuinely hope you win, it would be the steal of the century.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563509434, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3460728, "authorName": "Morovasa13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/morovasa13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hence another reason why I LOVE and Hate BAT!\r\nDidn't know what this was, never seen on, never heard of one, NOW I WANT ONE!!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1563522313, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3460817, "authorName": "Carguy48", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carguy48/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don\u2019t buy this if you\u2019re in witness protection as you\u2019re gonna get LOTS of attention. Saw one of these in Carmel a few years ago. Guy was staying at my motel during \u201ccar week\u201d. Had no idea what it was until I talked with him. Actual car looks even better than pics. Way cool.\r\nNot very practical,", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563536581, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3460819, "authorName": "Carguy48", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carguy48/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "but looks and sounds awesome.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563536642, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3460829, "authorName": "nkochary", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nkochary/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is my go to car in Forza... Would love to have one for auto-x in real life. GLWS", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563537456, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3461526, "authorName": "holmes929", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/holmes929/", "bidAmount": 125000, "content": "$125,000 bid placed by holmes929", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563552442, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3461637, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Additional photos have been added to the gallery", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563554703, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3461690, "authorName": "Mike_Breinin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_breinin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So, what does it weigh and how much power does it make? Just curious.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563555532, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3461843, "authorName": "RiffRaff", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/riffraff/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Never goin' back...to Temecula no mo'. The build sheet is longer than most of my college term papers. And way more fun to read. This and the Million Dollar Highway in Colorado. I have AAA. But I will die in a blaze of speed so I won't need it. GLWTS.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563558629, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3464318, "authorName": "Denteen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denteen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Probably the coolest car ever...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563585232, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3464629, "authorName": "Rascasse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rascasse/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I might want to trade my Challenge Stradale for this. Message me if interested....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563596445, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3464664, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rascasse can you send me an email , I don\u2019t know how to send you a message", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563598745, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3464844, "authorName": "aer_guy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aer_guy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car comes to the Rancho Santa Fe c&c. It really is a cool piece of machinery", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563625502, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3464854, "authorName": "Latest_Trend", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/latest_trend/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BAC, bring a coffin..", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1563625670, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3465274, "authorName": "Zscream", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zscream/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mike_Breinin , 1190 lbs and 305 hp", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563637729, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3465388, "authorName": "Mike_Breinin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_breinin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Zscream, wow that is impressive.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563641490, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3465412, "authorName": "ThreePedalCollective", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/threepedalcollective/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rascasse I am not sure that's how this works.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563642217, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3465856, "authorName": "CJWRacing", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cjwracing/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "as someone who has driven these extensively, I can tell you that there is nothing like it on the track and cannot imagine someone ever being blase about the experience. with a motorcycle helmet on, you become an instant celeb at any drive or track day. I love driving mine and have even gotten stuck on the 405 near LAX in stop and go. There is a special way of activating the first gear/clutch type starts from a dead stop but you can figure it out in a few mins. \r\n\r\nThe mono really is the ultimate race car simulator at a speed and reactiveness that can make you feel F1 driver and not kill you with 5g's of lateral force. The car does not have a ton of aero so it's a good crossover street car on track days since it reacts and slides like a regular car...but it only weighs 1300 lbs and has 280+HP. At tracks like Thermal, Willow Springs, Buttonwillow and COTA, you will eat big monster z06's and GT3s for breakfast due to rolling speed, braking at the 1-2 board (vs 3-4 from a GT3 or big GT car) and some turns will be flat on the throttle due to mechanical grip- for instance COTA carousel is almost flat out in 4th gear. you manage the rotation with a tiny bit of opposite lock and keep your foot in it.", "likes": 16, "timestamp": 1563659950, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3466293, "authorName": "AJSharx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ajsharx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Funny camera zoom in on the \"No Step\" next to cockpit. Would anyone be so stupid to step on that area to get in, especially after paying a huge amount of money? Reminds me of how they print that sort of thing on a jet fighter's wing. I think I'd build a custom pulley system in my garage to lower me in, I wouldn't even want to put my foot on the seat.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563691457, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3466767, "authorName": "lobster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lobster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Appears this is how you get away with driving a full on race car on the street. It's got to be over the top and too much serious fun. GLWA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563729036, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3466798, "authorName": "bakerfoto", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bakerfoto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Id like to give props to guy in the mini van that requested the floor stomp. 60-100 in 4 seconds? GLWA!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563730623, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3466986, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ajsharx I put the no step sign myself. The sign is not for the locals but for the \u201ctourists\u201d, meaning I know where not to put my feet but there\u2019s always going to be an idiot that feels it\u2019s ok to put his kid inside my car to take a picture without asking when parked. So better be safe than sorry.", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1563740973, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3467201, "authorName": "vovchandr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vovchandr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@adhesivo never understood the people that think it's okay to sit on my bikes or get into my 7. \r\n\r\nMaybe we aren't meant to understand them but just have to know they exist and plan a accordingly\r\n\r\nI was thinking of relatching the harness every time but too much effort and too little deterrent. \r\n\r\nMaybe some kind of metal spike left sticking out on the seat?", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1563752877, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3467687, "authorName": "PDXFactory", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pdxfactory/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm 100% amused - love the car and the commentary! However, videos of cars like this require at least two corners. At speed. GLWA! If I had the money, I would absolutely buy this!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563803444, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3467753, "authorName": "Tweezz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tweezz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fun ride! Yes on the step sign, some people think it\u2019s ok to get into someone\u2019s beautiful ride without permission. And they just don\u2019t get it!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563805082, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3467754, "authorName": "speedntktz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedntktz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very expensive motorcycle. That\u2019s how my wife described it. Any limitations on driver height? 6\u2019 to 6\u20195\u201d?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563805101, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468000, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@speedntkz not at all I\u2019m 6.1 and a friend of mine who is at least 6.5 just rode on it. It fits like a glove. I would say very short people would be the ones having an issue", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563811197, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468013, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are you able to store the vehicle for a couple of weeks before shipping? Can you describe the road debris damage near the front tires seen in the very last few seconds of the video in a little more detail. Is what I am seeing road grime/tar stuck to the bodywork, or damaged paint and bodywork.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563811474, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468158, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@adhesivo Out of curiosity, do you have any of the covers from BAC for this car (cockpit cover, waterproof cover, etc) and are they included in the sale? Maybe I'm getting ahead of myself, but my trailer isn't covered, so I'm thinking about how I'd get this around...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563814095, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468167, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BenjamenH Yeah no problem. The mono is stored at a climate controlled car collectors facility. It can stay there no problem. Could you point me to a photo of the area you want a detailed description? I'll be more than happy to tell you.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563814206, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468171, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bck I do have a standard cover, not BAC brand. I can give that away with the car no problem. Now I wouldn't put a cover on a trailered car, it's going to fly away the moment you reach 50mph ! But don't fear about rain falling on the mono. This is a British car. The cabin was designed with water resistant materials all around. The alcantara looking material is water repellent. Just remove the steering wheel before going for extra safety and you should be all good.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1563814550, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468187, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Partially visible in photo #43, but is specifically pointed out at the end of the first video.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563814608, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468201, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@adhesivo Thanks for the info. I'm not too worried about rain, more about bugs, dirt, and other crap that will get in driving to places like Thunderhill and Buttonwillow.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563814771, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468204, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BenjamenH Yeah that's paint damage from road debris hitting that area. Anything that the front tires will pick will hit that CF area straight away. No way around it really. That's why I thought showcasing it in the video would be the best way to show it, as it's so low to the ground it doesn't show well on the pictures. The only way to avoid it would be to buy a new mono, put it in your livingroom and never ever drive it. :)", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563814856, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468208, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bck time to upgrade to an enclosed trailer! or you could simply install an air dam on your current open trailer?\nIn any case, the mono has a clear bra film through most of the body parts so bugs and tar come off really easily.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563814996, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468371, "authorName": "Simonrex", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/simonrex/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "2 hours left; let me see if I can sell my 72CSI Polaris on red and my 57 190SL in time to make the cutoff :)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563817937, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468403, "authorName": "fitfan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fitfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@swiftFFS yes, heavilt re-worked F3 chassis - having made a Formula car chassis street legal there is a long list of issues - its not as straight forward as you might think to take the suspension geometry from a 22\" tire to a 24\" tire and then go from 1.25\" rid height to 4.25\" - everything changes - BAC also went with a street bushing A arm at chassis pick ups, rather than a racing rod end set up. this was to add compliance its the chassis to accommodate street radials and street pavement behavior , take out the harshness and vibration and add some suspension flex. also, given all the extra weight the car carries over a real race car, its also helps. all in all the net is. BAC didnt just throw some lights and cool looking bodywork on an F# chassis. a lot of engineering and set up went into making it a real street car. (i didn't do that, i left mine a real race car, and i can tell you - its umm... brutal and not for the faint of heart or unaccustomed to formula cars.) BAC did an amazing job. fantastic execution under the skin that most people will be totally unaware of except to say it \"feels amazing\". delivering on that feeling/handling/behavior is a lot of work.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1563818329, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468404, "authorName": "hf1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hf1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So is this now automatically street legal nationwide or a new owner would have to go through a state-specific approval process from scratch? How does a pebble feel hitting the helmet sitting that low?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563818332, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468647, "authorName": "speedntktz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedntktz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@hf1 see photo #18, this is a full face helmet affair. Might be a good idea to bring pair of gloves too.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563820066, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3468781, "authorName": "hf1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hf1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@speedntktz, I realized that, hence used \u201chelmet\u201d in my question. Still, judging from the chipped front bumpers and hoods on most cars not sure I\u2019d be mowing pebbles two feet off the ground without a windscreen even with a full face helmet on.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563820949, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469017, "authorName": "PGH412", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pgh412/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I want this, but having a hard time convincing the wife that \"WE\" need this...but I'm trying!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563822268, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469111, "authorName": "speedntktz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedntktz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@hf1 long time on 2wheels very close to the ground on canyons, freeways and surface streets. Pebbles and such you hear but rarely feel, felt a small rock hit my knuckle. Worst experience was a passengers hand hitting the top of my helmet while splitting lanes. As much as this thing draws attention I\u2019d only worry about the clowns that don\u2019t see you because your not a 2ton SUV.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563823157, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469399, "authorName": "Lorenzoo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lorenzoo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "looks like the company is still in business - \r\n- I wonder how many they sell a year\r\n- What are these things new?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563825651, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469454, "authorName": "Serialcollector", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/serialcollector/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have one of these, while it looks extreme, around a track it is one of the easiest cars to have fun with. Road type tires give it a very compliant nature, which half way between sliding like a road car and a formula chassis. Top car!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1563826145, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469508, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 133000, "content": "$133,000 bid placed by BenjamenH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563826631, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469512, "authorName": "BearHands", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bearhands/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Lorenzoo\r\n\r\nBAC is still around, they are announcing a new model soon. The one that i purchased new clocked in around $230k.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563826682, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469514, "authorName": "willrace4beer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willrace4beer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "No cupholder. I'm outta here. ;-)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563826730, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469531, "authorName": "BearHands", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bearhands/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@willrace4beer\r\n\r\nNo cupholder but you get two whole pockets that fit a credit card and the gas lid key!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563826797, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469542, "authorName": "mykrubix", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mykrubix/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "assuming this requires a motorcycle license in most states?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563826859, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469539, "authorName": "mjc_italy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjc_italy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It's between this car or a Buick Park Avenue...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563826899, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469557, "authorName": "BearHands", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bearhands/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mykrubix Nope, normal registration. Helmet required, unless you like bugs as dental floss.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563826928, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469566, "authorName": "mjc_italy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjc_italy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bugs can be an excellent source of protein on long drives..", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563826966, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469567, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "HI @bearhands mono owner? where are you at?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563826970, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469570, "authorName": "mykrubix", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mykrubix/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bearhands thank you!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563826978, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469601, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If you live in or near SD then I think I know who you are :D ANd we've met a couple times.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827202, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469604, "authorName": "BearHands", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bearhands/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@adhesivo closer to LA.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827214, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469609, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 135000, "content": "$135,000 bid placed by bck", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827235, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469615, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 140000, "content": "$140,000 bid placed by BenjamenH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827259, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469617, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 145000, "content": "$145,000 bid placed by bck", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827271, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469618, "authorName": "BearHands", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bearhands/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To chime in to any bidders still deciding - this thing is automotive purity. Be warned though - almost anything you drive after this will feel fat and unresponsive.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1563827278, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469594, "authorName": "BearHands", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bearhands/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@adhesivo Socal and thermal member - looks like we may have met based on that photo under the shade structure at Thermal. I am one of two members that has them out there. I am chassis number 21.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563827303, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469620, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 155000, "content": "$155,000 bid placed by BenjamenH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827308, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469621, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 160000, "content": "$160,000 bid placed by bck", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827322, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469622, "authorName": "vovchandr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vovchandr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bearhands After owning a 7, every other feels like an appliance \r\n\r\nThis thing will make the 7 feel like a toaster.\r\n\r\nThere is always a bigger fish!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563827333, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469628, "authorName": "shelbyman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelbyman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A lot of net spendable income going on in here....lol", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563827391, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469630, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 164000, "content": "$164,000 bid placed by BenjamenH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827410, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469633, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 166000, "content": "$166,000 bid placed by bck", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827443, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469636, "authorName": "2mAn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "good luck @adhesivo !", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827456, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469639, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 167000, "content": "$167,000 bid placed by BenjamenH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827486, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469640, "authorName": "Saabreddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabreddy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, and still going!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827492, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469642, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 170000, "content": "$170,000 bid placed by bck", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827504, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469644, "authorName": "eima77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eima77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fun Auction! Great Offering!\r\nBest to Seller and All Bidders!\r\n????", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827506, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469645, "authorName": "shelbyman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelbyman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is simply amazing!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563827514, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469646, "authorName": "Saabreddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabreddy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yes you are right @shelbyman!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563827520, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469651, "authorName": "Saabreddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabreddy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Was that the knock out bid?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827563, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469653, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Want to split it? :)", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1563827565, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469654, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 174000, "content": "$174,000 bid placed by BenjamenH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827577, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469658, "authorName": "reppley", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/reppley/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cheeky", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827587, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469660, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BenjamenH I'll rent it to you ;)", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1563827603, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469659, "authorName": "Saabreddy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/saabreddy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Big jumps here!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827603, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469665, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 175000, "content": "$175,000 bid placed by bck", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827615, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469664, "authorName": "shelbyman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelbyman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm sooo amazed that there is a market for these specific kinds of cars...as compared to lets say the new C8.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827615, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469668, "authorName": "reppley", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/reppley/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oof I love this back and forth this is rare between bidders lol", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827635, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469669, "authorName": "Down_Shift", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/down_shift/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Real men bid in $5k increments. ;)", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563827638, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469670, "authorName": "BearHands", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bearhands/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It is worth every penny, AND you dont have to wait 8 months for someone to assemble it for you and get it registered.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827645, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469671, "authorName": "MMM...Pie....", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mmm...pie....-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well, it's not Reggie Miller and Spike Lee trash talk...but it's trash talk...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563827649, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469674, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 176000, "content": "$176,000 bid placed by BenjamenH", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827681, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469676, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Raiding the seat cushions...", "likes": 12, "timestamp": 1563827723, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469683, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 180000, "content": "$180,000 bid placed by bck", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827735, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3469685, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@shelbyman I like the new C8 but that's like comparing a cessna vs a jet fighter", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1563827745, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469688, "authorName": "2mAn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "$4k in the seat cushions!? lol", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1563827753, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469689, "authorName": "reppley", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/reppley/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seat cushions successfully raided", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563827755, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469690, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well played sir.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563827757, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469698, "authorName": "RegTheJock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/regthejock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"Seat Cushions\" by Versace. Coming soon", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563827796, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469699, "authorName": "vovchandr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vovchandr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It's the final countdown", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827801, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469700, "authorName": "Down_Shift", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/down_shift/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love you guys! Best wishes to you both.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827807, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469703, "authorName": "reppley", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/reppley/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "MSRP on this with options and tax in 2015? they were 200k base, no?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827821, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469704, "authorName": "2mAn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "makes me wonder how these two would battle on a race track!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563827827, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469706, "authorName": "shelbyman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelbyman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yes I do get the comparison...have I seen this on Top Gear?? I mean the original Top Gear...not all the posers...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563827835, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469696, "authorName": "willrace4beer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willrace4beer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "At this point, a new bidder steps in?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827835, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469707, "authorName": "adhesivo (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adhesivo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "looks like it will stay at 180K, great deal for a 230K plus registration car", "likes": 13, "timestamp": 1563827837, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469711, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 7/22/19 for $180,000 to bck", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827857, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 3469715, "authorName": "BearHands", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bearhands/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bck well done!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563827875, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469717, "authorName": "willrace4beer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willrace4beer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats bck!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827878, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469720, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats sir!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1563827902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469721, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BenjamenH I hope I see you at the track soon! \r\n\r\nMy wife is going to kill me...", "likes": 20, "timestamp": 1563827907, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469723, "authorName": "shelbyman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelbyman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yessssssss the cheers go up!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563827910, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469716, "authorName": "Down_Shift", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/down_shift/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hats off to both final bidders!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1563827912, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469728, "authorName": "2mAn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bck what track will this show up at?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827941, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469731, "authorName": "Down_Shift", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/down_shift/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bck, it's comforting that you'll let her know ;)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827955, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469734, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@2mAn I'm NorCal based, so Thunderhill, Sonoma, Laguna, Buttonwillow mainly.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1563827981, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469736, "authorName": "Down_Shift", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/down_shift/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bring it to Watkins Glen so I can see it at an HPDE event! :D", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563827992, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469733, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BAT. \nThe maker of husband killers.", "likes": 12, "timestamp": 1563828030, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469746, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Was a fun auction, I\u2019ll wait for the next one. Have fun for me @bck", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1563828075, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469750, "authorName": "camerabill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/camerabill/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well bought, exciting finish.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563828097, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469756, "authorName": "2mAn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BenjamenH Can I interest you in a 68 Datsun Roadster, its a small fraction of the excitement this car provides, but also a fraction of the cost! lol", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563828126, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469763, "authorName": "BenjamenH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benjamenh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@2mAn only if you put a mono body kit on it.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1563828170, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469767, "authorName": "2mAn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2man/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I could just pull the body off and you can ride around with the frame... about the same experience", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563828206, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469758, "authorName": "Down_Shift", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/down_shift/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very cool auction. Never seen one of these cars before, and two gentlemen final bidders. BaT rocks...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1563828206, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469814, "authorName": "willrace4beer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willrace4beer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bck, you left off Laguna Seca.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563828555, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469855, "authorName": "bck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@willrace4beer Nope, it's in the list, I just left off the \"Seca\" bit...", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1563828740, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3469879, "authorName": "willrace4beer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willrace4beer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bck - I missed that. Hope to see you at one of the tracks!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1563828858, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3470026, "authorName": "eima77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eima77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bck\r\nCongratulations! I'm sure you'll be smiling for quite some time! Enjoy \r\n@adhesivo\r\nCongratulations on Your Auction and Outcome! Well Done!\r\n????", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563829475, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3470970, "authorName": "tuckerware", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tuckerware/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bck I have to head to Temecula for a wedding this weekend. I'll do you a favor and drive the car up to Santa Barbara to cut some miles out of the trip home. I know, an incredibly generous offer...it's just the kind of guy I am.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1563845414, "type": "comment"}]