[{"id": 1621009, "authorName": "offsideundo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/offsideundo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller; Nice looking car. But please move \nthe engine bay louvers for photos so we\ncan see what the engine compartment \nlooks like. Where was the battery placed?", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1499381717, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621041, "authorName": "mb4design", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mb4design/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was expecting info on some post resto mishap to explain the dogleg seam that should be a seamless patch. Still looking for a reason on the engine bay louvers. Is this the new phase of restomod that includes superfluous engine covers?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499383237, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621042, "authorName": "Brighton", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brighton/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry to say, but I just don't get it. I hope the person that \"repaired\" the driver's side dogleg didn't do the rest of the bodywork. Were the rockers pop riveted on like the floor pans?\nIf you are going to replace pretty much the entire interior, why buy a speedometer that doesn't work or why not fix it? Reminds me of the \"A/C works but it needs charging \".", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499383331, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621084, "authorName": "danman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/danman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seems to be something going around among MG owners. First that Magnette from a few days ago, and now this.\n\nI'm going to be charitable and say that just like the Magnette, this B has had a few....odd (?) modifications done to it that the seller must have thought were improvements, but IMHO are not.\n\noffsideundo:\nYou do realize that the battery/batteries in an MG B aren't normally under the hood?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1499385590, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621155, "authorName": "CharlzR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/charlzr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As a former MGB owner, I am not impressed with any of the departures from stock\u2013Blackened windshield frame, chromed rockers, simulated wood dash, non-stock gauges. Cupholders, for heaven sakes? I guess the market will be the final arbiter.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1499388809, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621161, "authorName": "gwilli", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gwilli/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Aww... so sad that all the trim was painted black. I don't understand why anyone would do that -- especially after converting it from a Sabrina. A trunk-lid light? Seriously?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499388974, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621188, "authorName": "Aridgerunner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aridgerunner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As Ralph Nader once said \"Unsafe at any speed\". The floors are part of the structure so pop riveting them in place makes the car weak. I would also bet the chrome outer sill covers are hiding rust. Probably the castle rails are rotted out too. What they did is like painting ryotten wood and calling it good. Watch yer step!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499390560, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621217, "authorName": "JimKat22 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimkat22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Floors were not \"pop riveted\". Welded, panel adhesive, and stainless steel sheet metal screws. More structurally sound than original. The rocker panels were replaced, all rust mitigated, castle rails included.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499391457, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621270, "authorName": "Ignatius_J._Reilly", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ignatius_j._reilly/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller put lots of work into this car. Kudos for that. Lots of things done reflect personal preference rather than market tastes or originality, which always seems to make for a rough go here. The extra seam on the dogleg patch is a head-scratcher; many folks would almost prefer the original with some rust bubbles. But hey, there are lots of pictures so it is clear what we have here (assuming engine bay pics are coming). I like survivior cars so this one isn't for me. Maybe there is someone here who likes the color, isn't into details, and just wants a driver? Seems like the local market (FL) might be stronger for this one though.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1499393942, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621276, "authorName": "Mr._Blonde", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr._blonde/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can we see some additional photos? Possibly of that crease/dog leg replacement seam?? behind the drivers door. Close up and in the driver door jamb with the door open? Also looks to be significant dent to right of rear plate? Whats going on with the front grill/hood fitment on drivers side?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499394213, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621365, "authorName": "ClintonF", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/clintonf/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What, no comments about the color? No infant-related scatological references? This is one of my favorite colors on a 70s MGB. It's personalized, but it's the perfect car for some lucky bidder, and it will find a new home.\n\nBring a Diaper.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499399708, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621389, "authorName": "Wildcat95", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wildcat95/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How many burgers can you get on those louvers? Perfect tailgate car for a MG club event!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1499401551, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621511, "authorName": "danman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/danman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ClintonF:\nI actually like this color, but I also like the green it was originally painted.\nI like the gauges and I guess the instrument surround looks better in person. Not crazy about the blacked out grille surround and the blacked out windshield surround and vent windows. The 3rd brake light? I can see (no pun intended) why you would add one to a small/low slung car. However, I would have found 1 that is more visible. \nAs for the rocker panel \"treatment\" can't say I hate it, it just looks odd.\nAnd don't understand the louvers UNDER the hood, it even seems like it would possibly be counterproductive....but what do I know?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499428760, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621520, "authorName": "Mctinis", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mctinis/", "bidAmount": 100, "content": "$100 bid placed by Mctinis", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499429644, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1621567, "authorName": "Mboytim", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mboytim/", "bidAmount": 200, "content": "$200 bid placed by Mboytim", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499431783, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1621575, "authorName": "tbonemn12", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tbonemn12/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would also bet the chrome outer sill covers are hiding rust. I have to agree,\nAridgerunner", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499432172, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621685, "authorName": "ClayJ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/clayj/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "No one mentioned the front marker lights are on backwards :)\n\nSome serious B money and time spent here but the results are VERY personalized. The louvers are odd, as is the strange LH dogleg patch, chrome outer seal covers are alarming.\n\nUsing panel-bond for the floor pans has become fairly common. But should have used a few screws to hold in place while curing, not what appear to be pop-rivets.\n\nNo underside photos?\n\nDepending on final price, this could be a fun car to knock around in.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499435858, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621690, "authorName": "98jag", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/98jag/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by 98jag", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499436039, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1621718, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The seller has added photos of the engine bay with the louvered panels removed to the gallery.\n\nThank you for viewing!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499437345, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621757, "authorName": "freakinutz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/freakinutz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Obviously, it's all personal taste. Your car, you do what looks good to you. Doesn't mean everyone else will enjoy it, but hey, it's your car, so who cares? I'm really confused by two things: first, the speedo. Why not get that right? My personal experience tells me that the gauges need to be in complete working order. You shouldn't have to guess. Second, I don't understand the louvered panels in the engine bay. Again, experience tells me that you want air flowing and not trapped in the compartment. I'm struggling to determine how they help with heat in the engine bay. Then again, easily removed by the buyer. Me? I'd put on a set of Minilites and ditch the boobs on the front bumper. Again, minor issues. I'd love to know if this could make the drive to CA.....and yes, there is only one way to find out. I'd have to map out all of the garages on highway 40 first.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1499438224, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621793, "authorName": "JimKat22 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimkat22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "First, several new pictures have been submitted showing the engine bay without the louvers, and showing the rocker panels before the chrome covers were reinstalled. All those betting on rust in the rocker area lose that bet. As I stated previously, the rockers were replaced, and all rust removed, including on the castle rails. I understand that the chrome covers are often used to cover rust in that area, but in this case they are merely cosmetic. As for the louvers - some background information: This project was never intended as a full-on restoration. I've had the car since 1979, and it's been in various conditions, from a daily driver to a garaged, non-moving object. When I retired about three years ago, I decided to get it into shape, but on a limited budget. I chose not to pull the engine and everything in the engine bay in order to repaint that area, but didn't want the original Tundra paint to show there. I saw a custom vehicle at a car show once that had the entire engine bay covered, and thought I could try something similar. I know it's unusual, and certainly not to everyone's liking (as evidenced by the comments!), but it serves the purpose. No noticeable increase in engine temp. I live in Florida, and even in this heat there has been no problem. I used louvers as opposed to solid material for the airflow. And it's completely removable if the next owner chooses. Concerning any dings or flaws in the exterior, the same applies. It was never intended as a complete restoration. If that's what you're after, there are hundreds out there. The dogleg patch... the paint shop claimed they thought it was supposed to be like that. I argued the point when I saw it after painting, but finally gave up when they wouldn't repair and repaint at no charge. I probably could/should have pursued it further, but didn't. For my purposes, it wasn't a huge deal. And once again, THE FLOOR PANS WERE NOT POP RIVETED! As mentioned below, panel bond has become standard, and stainless steel sheet metal screws were used to hold the pans in place while the panel bond cured. The speedometer needs a ratio adapter which I put on the back burner as I use a Garmin for speed readout. Some of these things could be taken care of fairly easily, but my arthritic hands have done just about all they can. My wife can't/won't drive the MG, so I'm ready to move on to something newer (Jaguar XK8 perhaps?). Again, I know the mods done to this car aren't to everyone's liking, but I wanted something unique, and this is what resulted. I'll take all the haters' comments with a grain of salt, as I know they aren't buyers anyway. I'll try to answer any serious questions ASAP. Thanks.", "likes": 17, "timestamp": 1499439630, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621837, "authorName": "Triumphant4A", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/triumphant4a/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car would do better on Craigslist than here. Too many personal choices have been made for this to be considered as an investment car, or a top dollar survivor. I applaud any owner who removes this level of rot to save a classic and I understand the limits of the checkbook, but compromises in quality of finish now relegate this car to be a driver quality car", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499441505, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621857, "authorName": "bondgraham", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bondgraham/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "First let me say I'm not normally an MG guy, other than they were my Dads initials, but I dig this. The mods are personal, but I like the colour and the metal work on the floors is good, and driving around in the hot weather in this would be super! A great 'DQ' run car or heading for a latte on Sunday morning. \nSeller: Ignore the haters, it still won't likely get big money, but it's still very pretty. Nice Job!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1499441969, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621860, "authorName": "Allan_L.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allan_l.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The day that BaT only considers listing \"investment quality\" cars will be the day that I lose interest in this site.\n\nWhile I would never do the same things to my MGB's that this seller has done, I do appreciate the oppourtunity for me to view, ponder and scratch my head about them...", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1499442163, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621861, "authorName": "tbonemn12", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tbonemn12/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It will be interesting to see what this goes for", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499442167, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1621940, "authorName": "tdwpgtp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tdwpgtp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "While I do have some of the same questions/concerns as several other commenters on here, I have to applaud the seller, JimKat22, for (calmly) clarifying and explaining each customization. Anyone can build the ideal car in their head, but to put it into practice takes time, money, and skill that not everyone has. Finding (safe) affordable and achievable solutions to keep a car on the road is commendable in my book.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1499445658, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1622166, "authorName": "ClayJ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/clayj/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"bring-a-trailer\", the car is to valuable to move on its own; I had always assumed BAT meant you HAVE to bring a trailer, there's no other way to move the car :)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499452545, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1622914, "authorName": "whatsinaname", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whatsinaname/", "bidAmount": 1100, "content": "$1,100 bid placed by whatsinaname", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499462710, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1623133, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ClayJ - We accept all sorts of cars, from project cars all the way on up. We definitely encourage driving cars too, and we certainly drive ours!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1499467030, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1623155, "authorName": "98jag", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/98jag/", "bidAmount": 1250, "content": "$1,250 bid placed by 98jag", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499467984, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1623242, "authorName": "Brighton", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brighton/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JimKat22 - sorry I used the phrase \"pop riveted\" - but that's what it looked like on my phone. The floors obviously were repaired correctly, especially given what was left to work with. I have done 3 MGB's, but have never had the skills to tackle this amount or rebuilding. Still turned out to be an attractive looking a car.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1499471649, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1623559, "authorName": "spuh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spuh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oh! Oh! 3M site states panel bond should not be used in structural applications without manufacturer's approval. What did Abingdon say?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499493196, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1623634, "authorName": "whatsinaname", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whatsinaname/", "bidAmount": 1350, "content": "$1,350 bid placed by whatsinaname", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499513685, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1624372, "authorName": "barchettamax", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/barchettamax/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I applaud the seller. He is a gear head and did what made him happy, not what would get the most money back for every dollar spent. I wish there were more people like him instead of the investor mentality of most owners. BRAVO", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1499563654, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1624392, "authorName": "Brighton", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brighton/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@barchettamax - I trust you are referring to owners other car makes . I have yet to meet an MGB owner that bought his/her B as an investment. It's seems this is simply a matter of perhaps changing some of the personalization that adorns this B.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499566079, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1624413, "authorName": "jhbatten", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jhbatten/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I applaud all the work you did to the car. Looks good. The new owner can change back what they don't like... Bet the selling price rises pretty nicely as the auction ends!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1499568327, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1624455, "authorName": "Myron8228", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/myron8228/", "bidAmount": 2650, "content": "$2,650 bid placed by Myron8228", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499574104, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1624623, "authorName": "33EJB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/33ejb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JimKat22 (The Seller):\r\n\"The speedometer needs a ratio adapter which I put on the back burner as I use a Garmin for speed readout. \"\r\n\r\nMany MG and other OBC (Old Brit Car) owners are going this route:\r\n\r\nhttp://www.speedhut.com/about-speedometers.html\r\n\r\nhttp://www.speedhut.com/gauges/Speedometers/GPS-Speedometers/?catid=f8|f37\r\n\r\nThey'll do custom faces so you can keep the stock look or go custom, as you wish. A good modern alternative to the sometimes troublesome gear drive-cable-angle drive original arrangement.\r\n\r\nAlso:\r\n\r\n\"I\u2019ll take all the haters\u2019 comments with a grain of salt, as I know they aren\u2019t buyers anyway. \"\r\n\r\nBravo! You have what looks to be a nice solid MGB for sale. I'd daily drive this anywhere. GLWTS!!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1499613486, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1624637, "authorName": "homer_gator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/homer_gator/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've had my MGs, TR's, etc so I am just an interested viewer. That being said, this will be an interesting auction to follow. Will the seller be glad he had a reserve? Will the micro inspectors and collectors be vindicated or will they be proven wrong? Will it be a RNM by too hih expectations? Stay tuned until this Thursday at closing time!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499614746, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1624641, "authorName": "homer_gator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/homer_gator/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The under hood modesty panels appear to have been placed so that the original paint color isn't easily visible.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499615434, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1624800, "authorName": "Stolizino", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stolizino/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So sad.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499635970, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1624835, "authorName": "Brighton", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brighton/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@homer_gator - if you had read the seller's comments, you would know that is exactly why he covered the engine bay.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499640686, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1624851, "authorName": "Stratos", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stratos/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "C'mon now, this car is cool.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499642704, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1625055, "authorName": "Mctinis", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mctinis/", "bidAmount": 2750, "content": "$2,750 bid placed by Mctinis", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499689880, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1625130, "authorName": "98jag", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/98jag/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "$3,000 bid placed by 98jag", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499694648, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1626745, "authorName": "joeveto", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joeveto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm not very observant, I looked right past the louvers and gauges and thought \"hey, cool color.\"\n\nI'm really not into gold or wood trim, but when I see both of those on this car, I dunno, I like it a lot. It's not another red MG. IMHO, the car looks really classy. I know there's no accounting for taste, but I say: \"Well done ole Chap!\"\n\nBut the louvers, seriously, WTF. \n\nMaybe if instead of the louvers it had a big molded plastic beauty cover with serious looking faux intake runners and big \"Turbo\" script, then I'd dig it. \n\nOr maybe not.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499744023, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1627963, "authorName": "HotRod205", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hotrod205/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I get it now. Univ. of Missouri tag holder. Team colors are black and gold. Makes sense now, nicely done.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499804736, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1628044, "authorName": "JimKat22 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimkat22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "HotRod205, I wondered if anyone would get that Mizzou connection. Although I live in Florida now, I'm a Tiger through and through! (Sorry homer_gator)\nThanks to everyone for your comments. Anyone who has owned a car for as long as I've owned this one knows how attached you can become, and how hard it is to let it go. And anyone who has listed a vehicle on BaT knows how difficult it can be to face the scrutiny of commenters here. I know some of the choices I made with this car don't suit everyone's tastes, but that's why there are so many car makes, models, and options. We all have personal preferences, and not everyone wants to drive the same thing. I'm reminded of a lyric in the Bob Seger song \"Against the Wind\". The lyric is \"what to leave in, what to leave out\". We all make that decision. Regardless of the outcome of this auction, it's been an experience!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1499806506, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1628320, "authorName": "brownthecarguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brownthecarguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Jim, I love what you have done. Thats coming from a Brit in Canada who has owned a few B's and a C! I watching it but the US $ is not my friend. 1 USD = 1.29119 CAD Still watching though.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499817513, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1628385, "authorName": "Brighton", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brighton/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@brownthecarguy - if only we could buy USD for $1.29 but we must all pay our fees to the bank shareholders.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499820056, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1628619, "authorName": "Capt._Doug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/capt._doug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a well done personal car which can be driven and kept without a lot of investment but maintenance - I like the mods, particularly the windshield surround -- I applaud the owner for the work done and I am sure the next owner will be proud to take it on the road.\nI hope it sells at a price that makes both parties joyous.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1499833161, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1628842, "authorName": "Cravenh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cravenh/", "bidAmount": 3100, "content": "$3,100 bid placed by Cravenh", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499865616, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1628952, "authorName": "67gt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/67gt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "PLEASE move the battery to where it belongs, behind the seat. Easy to do.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499869466, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1629011, "authorName": "JimKat22 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimkat22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "67gt, I feel your pain, but for every reason there is to have the battery behind the seat, there are multiple reasons to have it under the hood, where the majority of car manufacturers place it. Much easier access when performing a task in which disconnecting the battery is advised. And the much-maligned louvers hide it anyway :)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499871488, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1629872, "authorName": "Sabot1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sabot1/", "bidAmount": 3200, "content": "$3,200 bid placed by Sabot1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499890976, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1630002, "authorName": "shinyandred", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shinyandred/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love the build and your independent streak - you built it for your purposes. My family has had a couple of Bs, a GT and two A's - I always had a warm spot for these - Well done and GLWS", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1499892474, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1630588, "authorName": "98jag", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/98jag/", "bidAmount": 3300, "content": "$3,300 bid placed by 98jag", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499906813, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1630702, "authorName": "IanJ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ianj/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well all credit to the Seller for the amount of good work he has done on this car.\nSure the purists will say it deviates from original spec, but back in the day just about every used B was modified in some way. Here the basic bones have been looked after and the rest are personal touches. If I owned the car I would one day rerepair the dog leg panel, unless I got used to it... I would also fix things like the speedo etc.\nEnd of the day it looks like one super driver of a car to be driven for loads of fun.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499913204, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1631193, "authorName": "chipwv", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chipwv/", "bidAmount": 3400, "content": "$3,400 bid placed by chipwv", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499956491, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1631262, "authorName": "td1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/td1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JimKat22 \"what to leave in, what to leave out....\" That was sure right button to push. Now I'm thinking how cool it would be to drive this to Seger's concert in Phoenix in October blaring his tunes on the CD player. Probably be the only B there as everyone else will be driving those Chevy trucks built \"Like a Rock\".", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499959446, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1631291, "authorName": "feefur", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/feefur/", "bidAmount": 3500, "content": "$3,500 bid placed by feefur", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499960013, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1631303, "authorName": "chipwv", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chipwv/", "bidAmount": 3600, "content": "$3,600 bid placed by chipwv", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499960387, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1631438, "authorName": "JimKat22 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimkat22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As the auction nears the end, and the outcome is still unknown, I want to take the opportunity to thank everyone who has participated, either with a bid or a comment. It was a difficult decision to submit this car after 38 years of ownership, but circumstances sometimes necessitate such decisions, as my previous posts mentioned. If the auction is successful, I can only hope the new owner will appreciate the B as much as I have. Good luck to all of you!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499962997, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1631555, "authorName": "rubeiii", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rubeiii/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I keep coming back to this one. I've read no comments/replies on the driving experience. How does it drive and shift? Any work done to suspension components? Would you worry about a trip to NC.? Never owned one, how's the fit for 250# six footer?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499965535, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1631566, "authorName": "7o7sdk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/7o7sdk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am 6'5, or was, as a young man. The B was the only car where I felt comfortable. Forget about Triumphs, Healeys, Datsuns.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1499965935, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1631581, "authorName": "JimKat22 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimkat22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rubeiii Drives and shifts great. The engine pulls strong, even in fourth gear. Rear shocks were converted to tubes in 2008, one swivel axle replaced sometime in the 80s. I'm only 5'8\" and 160#, but MGBs have deep footwells. Top up can be a challenge getting in or out for a tall or heavy person, but can be done with practice. I did have a 350# colleague who got in but couldn't get out until I dropped the top. He was getting a bit panicky for awhile! I've only used the B for local driving the last few years, but I have no reason to believe it wouldn't make the trip to NC.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499966262, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1631732, "authorName": "Soonerfan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/soonerfan/", "bidAmount": 3799, "content": "$3,799 bid placed by Soonerfan", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499969857, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1631773, "authorName": "Soonerfan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/soonerfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does this vehicle have overdrive?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499971221, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1631867, "authorName": "feefur", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/feefur/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by feefur", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499972682, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1631892, "authorName": "JimKat22 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimkat22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Soonerfan No overdrive.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499972886, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1632176, "authorName": "nobrakes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nobrakes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "equipped with the ultra rare return air passive induction cooling vent things...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499975435, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1632325, "authorName": "Soonerfan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/soonerfan/", "bidAmount": 4100, "content": "$4,100 bid placed by Soonerfan", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499976865, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1632345, "authorName": "Cali_MG", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cali_mg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For a fun driver, this doesn't look too bad. Just keep it dry to keep the tinworm at bay.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499977000, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1632456, "authorName": "Dwa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dwa/", "bidAmount": 4200, "content": "$4,200 bid placed by Dwa", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499977722, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1632557, "authorName": "chipwv", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chipwv/", "bidAmount": 4300, "content": "$4,300 bid placed by chipwv", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499978372, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1632577, "authorName": "brownthecarguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brownthecarguy/", "bidAmount": 4500, "content": "$4,500 bid placed by brownthecarguy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499978556, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1632586, "authorName": "JPSO86", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jpso86/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A lot of heavy lifting has already been done.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1499978646, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1632592, "authorName": "td1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/td1/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by td1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499978705, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1632594, "authorName": "chipwv", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chipwv/", "bidAmount": 5100, "content": "$5,100 bid placed by chipwv", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499978732, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1632601, "authorName": "Cravenh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cravenh/", "bidAmount": 5300, "content": "$5,300 bid placed by Cravenh", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499978791, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1632606, "authorName": "td1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/td1/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by td1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499978884, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1632608, "authorName": "Cravenh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cravenh/", "bidAmount": 5600, "content": "$5,600 bid placed by Cravenh", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499978898, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1632611, "authorName": "td1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/td1/", "bidAmount": 5700, "content": "$5,700 bid placed by td1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499978919, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1632623, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 7/13/17 at $5,700", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499979041, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 1632637, "authorName": "Brighton", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brighton/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Missed the action, but seller will probably still enjoy his toy.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499979226, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1632649, "authorName": "td1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/td1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JimKat22 Interesting car nicely restored and presented. Thanks. Maybe BaT will give you my contact info and we'll see if we can bridge the gap.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1499979459, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1632721, "authorName": "Cali_MG", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cali_mg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "$5700 was a fair price for this car IMHO. Maybe the reserve was around $6k?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1499980341, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1633605, "authorName": "200mph", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/200mph/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'd call this way under the money for all the recent work done. Unrestored survivors usually sell for more than this on the east coast.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1500035699, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1634227, "authorName": "Cali_MG", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cali_mg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@200mph. With scabbed over floor pans and subpar repairs on the doglegs, I have to disagree.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1500054393, "type": "comment"}]