[{"id": 1528202, "authorName": "andyscoot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andyscoot/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "$3,000 bid placed by andyscoot", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1494462961, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1528323, "authorName": "CharlesM3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/charlesm3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Feeling a little sentimental about the \"never commenced\" father and son restoration project...My son and only child graduates this weekend and is off to college in the fall. I hope the seller and son were too busy fishing, shooting hoops, or maybe refurbishing a Beamer to have time to mess around with this....A noble effort by the dad no matter what.\nGLWS.", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1494469606, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1528560, "authorName": "Klasic01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/klasic01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So yesterday we had a repeat listing of a car owned for 6 month and the bidding stalled only hitting 65% of the prior sales prices, but I don't think we will have that here. The major difference between that listing and this one, the backstory. A father and son project that never materialized is something most of us can understand, and I agree with @CharlesM3 in such a story invoking a somewhat strong emotional reaction. \n\nGLWA, the 2002 project was a great thought, hopefully the torch can be picked up by the next owner.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1494505872, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1528577, "authorName": "Nicolas", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nicolas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Converting to Euro bumpers is rather mandatory on these cars.\n\nGLWS, this seems like an excellent basis for further restoration!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1494507889, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1528869, "authorName": "GageDave", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gagedave/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm seeing a lot of \"It is now being offered for sale by a friend of the current owner\". I'm wondering if owners are shying away from the selling experience on BaT because a few have been taken to the cleaners and now selling is viewed as an unpleasant experience. The vetting process is necessary but in my thinking it's not a good thing when cars are being presented by a friend of the seller. My .02 cents. For myself I tend to like these later cars - big bumpers and all. GLWTS", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1494518459, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1529656, "authorName": "John_M", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/john_m/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Some pretty iffy rust repair on the floor from what I can see.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1494533088, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1530025, "authorName": "r_brian", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/r_brian/", "bidAmount": 4896, "content": "$4,896 bid placed by r_brian", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1494537340, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1532349, "authorName": "helilog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/helilog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not the prettiest girl at the prom (or handsomest dude) but a worthy date nonetheless. Realistically, a few hundred dollars will take care of all the missing door handle trim, ceiling repair and under-hood rubber trim, items which add both aesthetics and comfort. Then drive it and enjoy. \n\nSeparately, the missing front bumper inner skirt looks nice. It visually lightens the whole thing. I'd leave it that way. The missing rear accordion bumper ends, not so nice an effect.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1494630045, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1534715, "authorName": "Deigs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deigs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It is sad that the project never made it to fruition. I tried to do the same thing with my daughter 6 years ago with a 1976 2002. The car is still in pieces and my daughter will be finishing undergrad next year.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1494872000, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1535263, "authorName": "jozinho", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jozinho/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "meh", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1494883666, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1535828, "authorName": "dwi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dwi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm trying to figure out why the tail pipe is in the wrong place. It looks like the correct notch is there for it to come out in the center but someone had to have cut the panel to create the notch on the side.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1494920449, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1536541, "authorName": "Mark92131", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark92131/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dwi, the side exit OEM muffler is cheaper and easier to source than the OEM Center exit muffler.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1494961985, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1537869, "authorName": "twwalkup", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twwalkup/", "bidAmount": 4997, "content": "$4,997 bid placed by twwalkup", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1495024175, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1538105, "authorName": "Frost", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/frost/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This needs to get more than $5k, just based on its having a five speed. Add to that the fact that these later models had a stronger body and the seats and some engine parts that would show up in the next year's 320i, and I see the potential for higher bids before this wraps up. Good luck to seller and buyer...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1495034000, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1538284, "authorName": "JeffE32", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeffe32/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "TO THE SELLER.....\nDoes non functioning A/C mean no parts? Or is the compressor, evaporator and condenser fitted but in need of work? I know another E32 person in Florida where I am who might show interest. But the A/C would be of utmost importance. Thanks.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1495040197, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1538329, "authorName": "AM51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/am51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JeffE32, good question and thanks for asking for clarification. The Behr unit in the cabin appears complete and is visually in good condition. The compressor is fitted but the hoses and drive belt are not hooked up, and the compressor looks pretty old (at least, it doesn't appear to have been restored or serviced in a long time).", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1495041541, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1539174, "authorName": "Crazyas00", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazyas00/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Knock, Knock!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1495055758, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1539190, "authorName": "Mark92131", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark92131/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@AM51, @JeffE32, the undercarriage photos are showing that the smog pump is in place, but not connected, the AC Compressor on the passenger side is missing.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1495055983, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1539192, "authorName": "3Eagles", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/3eagles/", "bidAmount": 5097, "content": "$5,097 bid placed by 3Eagles", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1495055996, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1539198, "authorName": "RustMeister", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rustmeister/", "bidAmount": 5300, "content": "$5,300 bid placed by Rust Meister", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1495056084, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1539201, "authorName": "AM51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/am51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mark92131, thanks for pointing that out and apologies for misidentifying that part.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1495056161, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1539202, "authorName": "Jouke_JS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jouke_js/", "bidAmount": 5400, "content": "$5,400 bid placed by Jouke JS", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1495056182, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1539204, "authorName": "Jouke_JS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jouke_js/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 5/17/17 for $5,400 to Jouke JS", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1495056302, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 1539208, "authorName": "Crazyas00", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazyas00/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice little jump for the Seller at the end. Well bought and sold.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1495056367, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1539209, "authorName": "Mark92131", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark92131/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@AM51, No worries, it appears to be a 49 State 1976 Car, very desirable in California with minimal smog components, no EGR.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1495056376, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1539210, "authorName": "AM51 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/am51/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Jouke JS- congratulations on making the winning bid! I look forward to chatting with you soon.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1495056387, "type": "comment"}]