[{"id": 10619962, "authorName": "Armonsaheb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/armonsaheb/", "bidAmount": 130000, "content": "$130,000 bid placed by Armonsaheb", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675299221, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10619983, "authorName": "TheoRob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theorob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Anthracite Gray Metallic Paint\r\nCognac Leather Upholstery\r\nDark Brown Convertible Soft Top\r\nGreat combination\u2026\u2026GLWTS", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1675299435, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10619996, "authorName": "Dollycat3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dollycat3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely beyond stunning\ud83d\udc4c\u2026.love the color combination and everything about it \ud83d\udc4d\u2026 what a unique combination it would be to have along with @armonsaheb and his current exquisite 1962 beauty \ud83d\udc4d", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675300035, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620055, "authorName": "Armonsaheb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/armonsaheb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @Dollycat3 , these cars are so good and so stunning that I can\u2019t resist the urge to only have one especially another one that\u2019s this clean!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1675300258, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620126, "authorName": "calisomb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/calisomb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TheoRob well said this livery is exquisite!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675300901, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620181, "authorName": "Dollycat3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dollycat3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@armonsaheb\u2026you are very welcome\u2026I totally understand, indeed they are addictive\u2026\n\nmy father had a 1960 190SL white/red when I was growing up and I learned how to drive a stick shift in it\u2026\n\nI hope \ud83e\udd1e you can add this gem to your superb growing collection \ud83d\udc4d\ud83d\ude4f\ud83c\udffb", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675301368, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620251, "authorName": "PSGuy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/psguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Spectacular. What is the red knob mounted under the dash. After market flashers?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675301926, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620256, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675301971, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620352, "authorName": "Dirtrack49", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dirtrack49/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This may be the best looking 190SL that I have ever encountered. \r\nWhat a detailed and well done restoration.\r\nA wonderful presentation indeed.\r\nColor combination exquisite. \r\nLooking forward as to where this one will end up.\r\nGLWA.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675302908, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620365, "authorName": "Dollycat3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dollycat3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice video, but it would be even better without the music, and replaced with descriptive narrative and uninterrupted sweet engine and exhaust notes to go along/sync with the great videography \ud83d\udc4d and perhaps forthcoming driving videos \ud83d\udc4c", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1675303213, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620521, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675305077, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620602, "authorName": "Gweinberg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gweinberg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is going to go for A LOT of green. Absolutely beautiful.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675305883, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620626, "authorName": "Dollycat3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dollycat3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow sweet, pegging 100mph in the video, absolutely exhilarating \ud83d\udc4d", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675306393, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620692, "authorName": "Bill206", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bill206/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Best exterior color there is for a 190 SL. Our \u201cCar Guy\u201d has one. I keep thinking about doing mine this color\u2026. Very nice car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675307035, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620947, "authorName": "Chicomeat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chicomeat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yup, that\u2019s one incredible piece of mobile. \r\nDollycat I believe that was 100kph on the video. \r\nLovely Benz", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675311635, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620968, "authorName": "Dollycat3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dollycat3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@chicomeat\u2026 thank you for your correction \ud83d\udc4dI didn\u2019t look close enough at the picture \u2026", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675312192, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10620990, "authorName": "gfgar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gfgar/", "bidAmount": 135000, "content": "$135,000 bid placed by gfgar", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675312497, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10621073, "authorName": "UncleFred1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclefred1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I agree with the comments so far on this magnificent 190. \r\n\r\nI really appreciate the extensive photographs of the restoration\u2026you can clearly follow the whole process from beginning to end, especially the fabulous job they did on the engine to not only rebuild it, but to make it look awfully pretty as well. \r\n\r\nCombine that with the Anthracite and that great cognac interior, and this is an extremely lovable car. I\u2019m sure it\u2019s going to make someone very happy, so long as they\u2019ve got at least $250,000 to pay for it. \ud83d\ude01 That\u2019s what I\u2019m gonna estimate as it\u2019s value today.\r\n\r\nGLWTA. \ud83d\ude09\ud83d\udc4d", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675314869, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10621307, "authorName": "bosshoss3406pack", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bosshoss3406pack/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My, My What a Pretty Car!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675332637, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10621388, "authorName": "DenAutoClassic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denautoclassic/", "bidAmount": 145000, "content": "$145,000 bid placed by DenAutoClassic", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675339928, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10621488, "authorName": "Bordeaux", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bordeaux/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I can understand that the owner chose this color. It's just stunning and classic. The original color was white, not exactly exciting.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1675343055, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10622128, "authorName": "Damaho912", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/damaho912/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely gorgeous!! There is absolutely nothing else to say on this! This should be the LAST comment made on this listing. Nothing more to say, ask, or comment on\u2026 by ANYONE! Nothing but bids from here on out. Gorgeous!!! (Ok now I\u2019m done)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675351037, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10622416, "authorName": "rdtrip2Europa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rdtrip2europa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I agree, really no questions need to be asked, just bids, bids, bids!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675353789, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10623634, "authorName": "Vander", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vander/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I will be the one to ask some questions\n\n@rmtechno All 190SL came with 4 wheel drum brakes, and the description states it has drum brakes and the wheel cylinders have been replaced, but picture #151 shows calipers and rotors? \n\nAlso picture #122 shows aftermarket electric cooling fans, how do those function? And have any other upgrades/modifications been done on the vehicle?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675361783, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10624291, "authorName": "donzidesign", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/donzidesign/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "who did the restoration in Germany?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675364265, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10624328, "authorName": "zzracing", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zzracing/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car! I am also curious about the disk brake conversion. Fronts only, or front and back?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675364384, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10624775, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "donzidesign@ Thank for the questions, the restoration in Germany you can see the name \"AnMarkClassc at Motorworld \"on the pictures and the move .\r\nVander@ I will check the information for you at the engineering department and come back to you .......sorry for the time frame.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675365990, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10625247, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ok, the pictures with the brakes disregard. We make mistake , to many files and this ones from 280sl Sorry for inconvenience. The right ones on the way !!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675367580, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10625266, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675367668, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10625299, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675367813, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10625378, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "About the additional fan/colling system, all ours cars coming with second fan as option to original one for warm ,hot weather condition driving", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675368063, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10625440, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The switch under the dash board and emergency lights switch as well under the dash doard ,Germans rouls and regulations. Additional switch on the right site under dash bord ground disconnecting.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675368246, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10625496, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "again , all 4 drum no disk brakes !!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675368413, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10625941, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Vander@Car is equipped with dual front mounted SPAL cooling fans, operated manually by a tumbler switch under dashboard.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675370174, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10626341, "authorName": "JoeSketti", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joesketti/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@competitioncars WOW!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675371612, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10626448, "authorName": "Vokin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vokin/", "bidAmount": 155000, "content": "$155,000 bid placed by Vokin", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675372016, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10626452, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Additional drum breaks photos", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675372024, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10626685, "authorName": "carlovers", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carlovers/", "bidAmount": 160000, "content": "$160,000 bid placed by carlovers", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675372881, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10628236, "authorName": "Competitioncars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/competitioncars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JoeSketti I will say with this seller, you are getting a top shelf brand new car done right! I was impressed scrolling through the pictures of his past and present auctions! You will literally own THE nicest one in the World! @rmtechno absolutely STUNNING work!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675379555, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10628294, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@joeSketti Thank you very much for compliment, difficult explanations of the quality the hand made Mercedes-Benz in Germans mentality. Trust me this the right item.Qustion budget vice targets range", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675380091, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10628352, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "No studio photos", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675380554, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10628922, "authorName": "Jgrahamdmd", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jgrahamdmd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just when I thought the recent cr\u00e8me colored 190 SL was beautiful, then this one shows up!! I agree with everyone who stated this is the most beautiful 190 SL ever seen! The description does not mention it, so I am assuming this car does not come with a hard top. I don\u2019t think this car really needs a hard top as the brown soft top complements with cognac interior so well.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675386990, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10629083, "authorName": "Bradley371", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bradley371/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WOW! Absolutely beautiful. That interior!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675388788, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10629606, "authorName": "Jkev", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jkev/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675396368, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10631021, "authorName": "KRITIK", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kritik/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This inclusive presentation and listing should be considered by BaT as a template for future 190 SL sellers. A complete and exhaustive video and photo gallery including restoration photos, documents, details, and an engaged seller! I may have seen a better 190 SL but I can't remember when.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675438117, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10631812, "authorName": "Bernwood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bernwood/", "bidAmount": 170000, "content": "$170,000 bid placed by Bernwood", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675443622, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10632251, "authorName": "SteuerFrei", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/steuerfrei/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Please clarify why PA title reflects 1959 but listed as 1961.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675446242, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10632619, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car rivals the Most popular car and highest paid price of $270,000. There is no reason this car shouldn\u2019t set the new BAT 190 SL high water mark.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675447855, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10632919, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SteuerFrei@ The title in correction process in DMV ,don't panic please. The BAT have old info. Thank you ,this my responsibility.....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675449028, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10632975, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "MOSSSMERC@https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/az22/arizona/lots/r0020-1962-mercedes-benz-190-sl/1188693", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675449273, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10633119, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rmtechno \r\n\r\nI should have clarified my statement the high water mark on BAT is presently $270,000. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1959-mercedes-benz-190sl-28/\r\n\r\nI agree that this car should exceed that price and reach $340,000 example you are pointing out.\r\n\r\nThe views need to increase as currently they are only at 6,000 +/- . Sharing your auction in other online forums and websites will drive more traffic to your auction. You are a an excellent seller. Attentive and answer questions, and comments. I like you feel the 190 SL price point in 2023 should be higher. This car exceeds most concourse vehicles. I will do what I can to drive traffic to your auction..", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675449865, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10633127, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We have removed a photo from the gallery as it pertained to the restoration of another vehicle, and was not relevant to this auction.\n\nBaT", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675449882, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10633170, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "MOSSMERC@ Thank You !", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675450037, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10633189, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bringatrailer could you help explain what drives the views of individual auctions? Is it directly based on searches or is there a team that actively markets listings? I\u2019ve seen some cars have as many as 33,000 views and can have made the correlation between views active watchers and price.. many thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675450093, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10633261, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ rmtechno I will post a link on my Facebook page lamaswalaclassics. I only have 5,000 members but every click helps.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675450322, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10633310, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "MOSSMERC@ First time happening, maybe some errors on BAT ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675450481, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10633673, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rmtechno \r\n\r\nI asked the same question to @bringatrailer. I hope they can increase the views. More clicks brings more opportunities. More opportunities increases the number of bids.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675451601, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10635020, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "MOSSMERC@ on the moment 6,000 views ,average usual 20,-30,000 depends", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675456760, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10635042, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I will be very grateful if someone come to check and drive this iconic car", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675456854, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10636144, "authorName": "alfa_rescue_society", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfa_rescue_society/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rmtechno (The Seller) Don't worry about the number of views, it's the number of watchers that is important. These are the people following your auction via email notification, including the potential future bidders. You have a strong number of watchers for this early in the auction. You also have great momentum in the bidding.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675461445, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10636376, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675462349, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10638666, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not to labor the point but it\u2019s all arithmetics, the highest selling Mercedes-Benz 190 SL on BAT sold for $270,000. \r\nIt had 37,061 views and 2044 watchers and 57 Bids. The two metrics you take are the percentile rate of conversion from each opportunity. The ratio from views to watchers. Most importantly where a good seller comes to play by being available! The rate of watchers to number of bids! Sellers partner with BAT for a reason. BaT is an excellent site, we can always improve the process. Kindly subscribe to my YouTube channel (link below) and on Facebook under lamaswalaclassics\r\n\r\nhttps://youtu.be/VtxpmgAbZCg", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675502924, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10639049, "authorName": "KRITIK", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kritik/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MOSSMERC. Not to belabor your comments at all but when viewers see a car of this concours quality, many viewers know that this fine specimen's winning bid will, by reality, be more than their budgets can afford. Perhaps this 190 SL belongs on the 'premium' listing. In the end, when this hits 250K+, the bidders are narrowed down to the serious potential buyers even though the comments, watchers and viewers continue. Most serious bidders do not ever post comments, although some do. It only takes one serious bidder to realize the incredible value of this concours 190 SL to bring it home.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675519217, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10639265, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675522128, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10639377, "authorName": "Artek2213", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artek2213/", "bidAmount": 175000, "content": "$175,000 bid placed by Artek2213", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675523373, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10639602, "authorName": "alexusausa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alexusausa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The attention to detail on this rebuild is incredible, the luggage alone have to be worth $15k. you don't see that done very often and can tell a lot of thought was put into this beauty. I agree, the color combination is spot on. The last time I saw work like this done I would say anything less $300,000 RM auction", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675525376, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10639989, "authorName": "DenAutoClassic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denautoclassic/", "bidAmount": 180000, "content": "$180,000 bid placed by DenAutoClassic", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675528725, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10640440, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I tend to appreciate more so the sellers and aiding them in recouping some money from what they obviously labored over.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675532789, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10642124, "authorName": "bobofohio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobofohio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice to see a 190 restored to the level common for early Porsches, as was the preceding example presented by Silver Arrow. I love these cars and one will likely find it\u2019s way into my small collection. Was talking to a customer and \u201cfellow vintage car guy\u201d last week, and he mentioned \u201cIf you could only pick 5 cars, what would they be?\u201d, and for me a 190 SL is on that list. Mine will be slightly resto-modded at the risk of offending the purists. Beautiful car here in the right colors. Love it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675540104, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10642367, "authorName": "bobofohio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobofohio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DenAutoClassic - exceptional landscaping, BTW. The boxwoods and other hedgerows are just beautiful. I\u2019ve been trying to achieve that look and it\u2019s been challenging! One last word about this little car is, IMO, the stance is just right. The rake and ride height really work for me. Bob", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675541242, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10645046, "authorName": "Ohmygod", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ohmygod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is there a definitive/confirmed year of this auto/chassis?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675564802, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10645324, "authorName": "starchild", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/starchild/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does the paint and interior colors match the codes on the data plate? Was this interior exterior combo available from the factory. I don't believe I have ever seen the grey/tan previously.\r\nLovely restoration from what I can see and would love to add this to my collection.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675571467, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10645831, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675602879, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10646103, "authorName": "thelews", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thelews/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@starchild\r\nIn box 17, hard to see, left lower of 190SL in upper right, is code 50 for exterior color, that is white. To the right of it is code 102, that is red vinyl for the interior. The car also had red carpet and a black top, per the data codes. The chassis number, ending in 22329 indicates production in 1961 falling between chassis 19740 and 23531 produced in 1961. Anthracite Grey Metallic (Poly) DB 172 was a factory color offered in 1961.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675607244, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10646241, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Chassis: 12104210022329\r\nEngine: 12192810000231\r\nBody : 1210421000778\r\n367 Kilometers -Shown, TMU\r\n1.9-Liter M121 Inline-Four\r\nFour-Speed Manual Transmission\r\nAntrazit Grey DB172\r\nMercedes Leather Cognac2ton\r\nBrown Soft Top\r\n\r\nDual Solex Carburetors\r\nBecker Europa Push-Button Radio\r\nHand made luggage\r\nTool Kit\r\nRefurbishment Photos Year 2022\r\nCopy of Data Card", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675608988, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10646291, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Original exterior color was DB050 \"white \"\r\nExterior \"red\"", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675609507, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10646659, "authorName": "UncleFred1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclefred1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Interesting time in the auction market. At BJ Scottsdale, an SLR went for just under $400K, and a gorgeous 540K went for just under $600K. Those prices are including the 10% BP, so the actuals were less. Love BAT for the sale of cars at such phenomenal fees.\r\n\r\nI think both cars would have sold for more here, especially the 540K. When one of my clients found out what it sold for, I think he almost had a stroke.\r\n\r\nBAT is a very accurate barometer I think for the market at any one time, as the auctions are daily as opposed to quarterly. You can see the ebb and flow of how the economy affects them pretty easily. \r\n\r\nThat said, I had estimated $250K early for this car, and I hope I\u2019m low for the sellers sake. But I think the only thing affecting her beyond the economy in macro would be that it is not original paint/interior - though it looks way better than if it was. But that can take a car from being an achiever to an over-achiever in some corners. \r\n\r\nI\u2019ve passed it on to my peeps, and hope you get a bid or two from them - cause it is a real beauty. \r\n\r\nBest to all!\ud83d\ude09\ud83d\udc4d", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675613568, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10646756, "authorName": "bobofohio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobofohio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rmtechno - my apologies for mixing bidder and seller on comments below. My sentiments still apply. beautiful car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675614546, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10646947, "authorName": "ja17", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ja17/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The seller states that the radio is a Becker Europa, but it looks like a more modern Blaupunkt or modernized variant? I see no identification on the face. The restoration work on this car is impressive. Looking at the restoration photos, you can see the work was extensive. I'm sure it took an amazing amount of hard work and skill to raise it to this level. The first thing I would do is buy an original tool kit, to make it one step closer to perfection. Also photo #149 is not from this car.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675616472, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10646968, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "UncleFred@ nice review opinion. A lot of \" shiny pigs\" on the market.Right car for the right collection not to many.This one 100% right item.To day money losing the value and this good investment to keep the savings ,the realstate the same.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675616608, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10647153, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ja17@ if the issue for perfection ,we credit the amount of cost the original tolls and the original radio ,posable from ebay to the \ud83c\udfc6 winner on this auction. \r\nBonus !!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675618442, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10647247, "authorName": "ja17", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ja17/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rmtechno (The Seller), Impressive! A very honorable and generous offer.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675619266, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10648728, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ja17@ about the comments : \"Blaupunkt or modernized \" I check with my service department in Germany. \r\nhttps://www.koenigs-klassik-radios.de/en/car-radios/mercedes-benz-1/mb-190sl/blaupunkt-frankfurt-transistorradio-190sl-design_10353_3431\r\nThe best company in the country .This the item", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675626286, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10648841, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "On time 55-62 ,All radios for different cars were the same, only the muzzles were different", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675626787, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10649491, "authorName": "leaffan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/leaffan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The car is pure class, no other way to put it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675630120, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10649919, "authorName": "ja17", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ja17/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rmtechno (The Seller), with all do respect, I don't think Becker ever made a radio for a 190SL, that did not have the name \"Becker\" on its face somewhere. Maybe \"thelews\" can comment on this since he is a concours judge in the international 190SL group. I know he has posted information on Becker Radios in the newsletter also. This is a nice car and this topic is getting over-worked so GLWA.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675634028, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10649995, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ja17 @ Lets ask \"thelews\" Good point to find out .We have 3 more 190sl in line ......", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675634947, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10650025, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ja17@", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675635412, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10650030, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ja17@ added picture,find on goggle, 190 specifications, saying Becker", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675635505, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10650038, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry wrong one", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675635624, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10650774, "authorName": "thelews", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thelews/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rmtechno\r\nhttps://www.benzworld.org/attachments/black-forest-llc-becker-m-pdf.299682/\r\nyou can try this link which will take you to a history of Becker models through the years.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675644236, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10650990, "authorName": "inara2000", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/inara2000/", "bidAmount": 185000, "content": "$185,000 bid placed by inara2000", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675647010, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10651245, "authorName": "thurston", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thurston/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@KRITIK \"It only takes one serious bidder to realize the incredible value of this concours 190 SL to bring it home.\" ... technically it takes two bidders unless the bidding begins with one \"knockout\" bid.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675650750, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10651375, "authorName": "ja17", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ja17/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @ thelews, looks like the radio is a Blaupunkt.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675653066, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10651837, "authorName": "UncleFred1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclefred1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "OK folks, getting down to the end here. I think all the various issues have been gynecologically reviewed, and I think put to bed.\r\n\r\nOn the radio issue, which will be handled by the Seller\u2026best suggestion\u2026buyer contacts the Classic Center in Long Beach; gives them the VIN; they research it and tell which radio it came with; and if a Becker they contact Becker Autoradio in NJ and order the right one. Issue resolved. If Blaupunkt, the CC has access, though it won\u2019t be cheap\u2026\r\n\r\nIt\u2019s down to folks putting up the coin now to purchase an outstanding car. It seems the sellers first language isn\u2019t English, but he\u2019s tried his best to answer questions informatively. Good on you.\ud83d\udc4d\r\nCouple of my folks should be making a serious run, and I\u2019m sure others among the 900+ watchers will chime in at the end\u2026so let\u2019s all sit back and watch the show. My estimate still stands!\ud83d\ude09\ud83d\ude01", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675671750, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10653305, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We have removed a photo from the gallery that did not petain to this car.\n\n-BaT", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675702533, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10660017, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This matching numbers 1961 190SL is offered after a full restoration, finished in 2022. Running a desirable paint scheme of DB172 Anthracite Grey Metallic with a Brown soft-top and a Cognac leather interior, it has been tested for a few hundred kilometers to ensure high quality.\r\n\r\nDuring the extensive restoration, following work has been carried out:\r\n\r\nBody \u2013 completely disassembled and cleaned to bare metal, following the replacement of all defective body parts with new ones. Afterwards body was prepared and painted with DB172 Anthracite Grey Metallic according to the \u201cStandex for Classics\u201d technology, including two double layer clear coats and a final polishing with a ceramic coating. Underbody was coated with a Wurth stone chip protection layer. All of the chromed parts have been either re-plated or replaced with new ones.\r\n\r\nSuspension \u2013 completely disassembled and cleaned of dirt, paint and rust. Painted by a mix of powder coating and a two-stage paint, galvanization of all the necessary parts. Replacement of all bearings, bushings and shock absorbers for a brand new ones.\r\n\r\nBrake system includes new hydraulic lines and hoses, brake linings, master brake and wheel cylinders. Brake drums and booster have been disassembled, inspected and restored replacing worn parts, including new diaphragm and hydraulic cylinder for the booster.\r\n\r\nElectrical system \u2013 brand new wiring harness and a fully rebuilt engine electrics. Brand new front and rear lights, with added hazard warning signal. All of the dashboard dials have been fully rebuilt by VDO specialists and calibrated for precision indication. Additional electric cooling fan, manually controllable from interior, for the added safety in case of a traffic jam in a hot summer\u2019s day.\r\n\r\nEngine and gearbox \u2013 completely disassembled and cleaned with ultrasound. Block and head fully machined \u2013 repair size Mahler pistons, polished crankshaft, new bearings and gaskets all over. Valve train fully restored, including new valves and seats, rocker arms and a chain with all the gears and guides. Fuel system include things like new fuel tank and mechanical fuel pump, paired with overhauled original Solex carburetors. 4-speed mechanical gearbox treated with a full rebuild, including new bearings, synchro-rings, gaskets and any other worn out components.\r\n\r\nInterior \u2013 all the interior materials are an original specification from a well-known manufacturers as MAH and Hans Reinke. Brown soft-top was chosen to match the exterior color.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1675753181, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10662266, "authorName": "ChevyDave", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chevydave/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just want to commend @rmtechno for such a beautiful and comprehensive presentation using \u201cjust\u201d 200-ish pics.\r\nAs a former pro shooter, it is agonizing to wade through pictorials that are little more than digital diarrhea with 2, 4, even 6 nearly identical shots of the same view and I\u2019ve never really understood why BAT allows/encourages it. I\u2019m sure rmtechno made many more than these 200 images, but this is how it\u2019s done.\r\nBeautiful car, GLWA.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1675794174, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10662289, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rmtechno\r\n\r\nI shared your listing on my international Facebook group. Kindly visit the lamaswalaclassics Facebook page and say hello. I have a few buyers that have recently registered with BAT and will be making strong offers. I\u2019m so excited for you and hope you will follow me on YouTube. https://youtu.be/VtxpmgAbZCg\r\n\r\nI would like to feature your cars on my channel next time I\u2019m in Germany!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675794278, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10666620, "authorName": "ghaemmaghami", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghaemmaghami/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is the Pennsylvania title to an individual's name or the dealer's name.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675816928, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10667211, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ghaemmaghami@ you dealer ? what state ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675819792, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10668266, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "NJ open title", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675834408, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10669456, "authorName": "ghaemmaghami", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghaemmaghami/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm not a dealer, I live in AZ and we don't have tax on car's purchased from a private party.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675870386, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10670033, "authorName": "Sl600sl560", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sl600sl560/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "190SL gurus:\r\n\r\nA minor point, is this the correct gas cap?? I know there are several versions, but this seems to be a late chassis number that possibly should have a MB insignia??? Thank you for your expertise in advance.\r\n\r\nVery pretty car that should bring WAY more money.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675875002, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10670147, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ghaemmaghami@ Understand, yes dealer name on the title.State Montana not to far from Arizona. Start new company", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675875882, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10670224, "authorName": "ja17", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ja17/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Sl600sl560 For the1961 model year (after Chassis #21728) this is the correct style chrome locking gas cap. If it doesn't have a logo embossed on the exterior chrome, it is probably a reproduction. The originals shared the same \"Ymos\" key as the doors.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675876695, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10670785, "authorName": "RickCalifornia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickcalifornia/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is this car a 1959 (date of the car on the registration) or a 1961? If a 1961, why is the date different on the registration?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675880233, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10670791, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675880266, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10670796, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "https://youtube.com/watch?v=B-XwHydepRk&feature=shares", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675880292, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10670961, "authorName": "Sl600sl560", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sl600sl560/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "1. JA17: So we agree it's missing the MB star logo???\r\n2. I hope the bidders are just resting for the finale........this is not a $185K car.....way higher", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675881031, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10671134, "authorName": "ja17", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ja17/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SL600s1560 It's hard to tell from the photo and sometimes the logo is almost buffed away during the re-chroming process. In any case these later original versions are still available at the MB Classic Center for less than $400.00, with the Logo! Yep, the excitement is about to begin!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675881663, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10671386, "authorName": "carlovers", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carlovers/", "bidAmount": 190000, "content": "$190,000 bid placed by carlovers", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675882692, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10671490, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Car 1961 Rick In USA you can find all different scenarios, motor number on the tile or body number. Somebody put 1959.Title coming back from DMV correction department with 1961 as the shassis numbers showing on the car and on the daten card .......", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675883145, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10671922, "authorName": "RFCandJRR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rfcandjrr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow. What a beauty.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675884761, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10672883, "authorName": "Xrhvfwsi3479", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/xrhvfwsi3479/", "bidAmount": 191000, "content": "$191,000 bid placed by Xrhvfwsi3479", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675888681, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673320, "authorName": "mm1960", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mm1960/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Which size of Wheels are on the car? 175 or 185?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675890141, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673372, "authorName": "pjb317", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pjb317/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "absolutely gorgeous! my 1956 190sl (bought here) is in germany undergoing a complete restoration, starting with a total dis-assembly. i don't recognize the name of the restorer on this beauty, but i would be happy to share the contact of the shop doing mine. seeing this makes me even more anxious to get mine back here and rolling! GLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675890332, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673408, "authorName": "Artek2213", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artek2213/", "bidAmount": 194000, "content": "$194,000 bid placed by Artek2213", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675890442, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673423, "authorName": "sydmachine", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sydmachine/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pretty", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675890492, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673434, "authorName": "amirsahe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/amirsahe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car. lets see the last five minutes.$$$", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675890530, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673447, "authorName": "Sl600sl560", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sl600sl560/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car is well restored........restoration costs are quite substantial......add in the initial acquisition cost and this currently is a STEAL.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675890558, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673508, "authorName": "DenAutoClassic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denautoclassic/", "bidAmount": 198000, "content": "$198,000 bid placed by DenAutoClassic", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675890810, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673693, "authorName": "KRITIK", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kritik/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MOSSMERC. Have your recently registered buyers who are going to make strong offers arrived? The time is now for this real beauty of a 190 SL specimen. One of the best in recent years. GLWTA.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675891498, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673711, "authorName": "Endever", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/endever/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In the 40+ years I've been selling Mercedes-Benz's, this is one of the most professionally restored 190SL I've seen!! Extremely well done! Nicer than the previously one sold for $270,000 if my memory is correct on BAT a few months ago", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1675891559, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673717, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Kritik two already placed a bid", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675891599, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673721, "authorName": "Bernwood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bernwood/", "bidAmount": 205000, "content": "$205,000 bid placed by Bernwood", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675891611, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673733, "authorName": "mjpolo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjpolo/", "bidAmount": 206000, "content": "$206,000 bid placed by mjpolo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675891667, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673766, "authorName": "DenAutoClassic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denautoclassic/", "bidAmount": 208000, "content": "$208,000 bid placed by DenAutoClassic", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675891887, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673772, "authorName": "danny2porsches", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/danny2porsches/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There was a short time here in salt country when careless owners just let the rusty things go, moved on to the next trinket. A guy I knew pulled one out of a foreign car shop back row for 500 bucks.That car is probably still alive. Some went to breaker yards essentially for scrap.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675891900, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673774, "authorName": "carlovers", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carlovers/", "bidAmount": 209000, "content": "$209,000 bid placed by carlovers", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675891906, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673776, "authorName": "mjpolo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjpolo/", "bidAmount": 210000, "content": "$210,000 bid placed by mjpolo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675891935, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673779, "authorName": "DenAutoClassic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denautoclassic/", "bidAmount": 211000, "content": "$211,000 bid placed by DenAutoClassic", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675891944, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673782, "authorName": "Blueflag", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blueflag/", "bidAmount": 212000, "content": "$212,000 bid placed by Blueflag", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675891959, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673784, "authorName": "Trieke", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trieke/", "bidAmount": 215000, "content": "$215,000 bid placed by Trieke", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675891964, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673789, "authorName": "DaddyBill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daddybill/", "bidAmount": 219000, "content": "$219,000 bid placed by DaddyBill", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675891987, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673792, "authorName": "Xrhvfwsi3479", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/xrhvfwsi3479/", "bidAmount": 220000, "content": "$220,000 bid placed by Xrhvfwsi3479", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892020, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673793, "authorName": "Trieke", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trieke/", "bidAmount": 230000, "content": "$230,000 bid placed by Trieke", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892023, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673801, "authorName": "DaddyBill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daddybill/", "bidAmount": 232000, "content": "$232,000 bid placed by DaddyBill", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892051, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673806, "authorName": "PoweredbyFord", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/poweredbyford/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a superb jewel-box this is. Hope it gets the love it deserves!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675892064, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673808, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gee, for another $800K you could get a 300! Bargain at this level!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1675892077, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673814, "authorName": "spyboy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spyboy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "She's a beauty! GLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675892099, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673818, "authorName": "amirsahe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/amirsahe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "$250k", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1675892114, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673822, "authorName": "Xrhvfwsi3479", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/xrhvfwsi3479/", "bidAmount": 233000, "content": "$233,000 bid placed by Xrhvfwsi3479", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892124, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673823, "authorName": "DaddyBill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daddybill/", "bidAmount": 235000, "content": "$235,000 bid placed by DaddyBill", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892133, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673825, "authorName": "Trieke", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trieke/", "bidAmount": 240000, "content": "$240,000 bid placed by Trieke", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892138, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673829, "authorName": "Wolfenhaus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wolfenhaus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "action", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892150, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673831, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The right people seem to be in the room...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675892170, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673833, "authorName": "DaddyBill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daddybill/", "bidAmount": 241000, "content": "$241,000 bid placed by DaddyBill", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892180, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673840, "authorName": "Doritoman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/doritoman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That disappeared quickly.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1675892216, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673841, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don\u2019t let it get away!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892220, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673846, "authorName": "amirsahe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/amirsahe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The restoration will cost around $350K and two years of time", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1675892242, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673862, "authorName": "Trieke", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trieke/", "bidAmount": 245000, "content": "$245,000 bid placed by Trieke", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892287, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673863, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Two years of writing painful checks or this...", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1675892298, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673868, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@daddybill this is the one to buy", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675892336, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673873, "authorName": "DaddyBill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daddybill/", "bidAmount": 246000, "content": "$246,000 bid placed by DaddyBill", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892358, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673890, "authorName": "Trieke", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trieke/", "bidAmount": 250000, "content": "$250,000 bid placed by Trieke", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892431, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673891, "authorName": "moneybags", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moneybags/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "it's not past reserve I'd bet", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1675892435, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673899, "authorName": "DaddyBill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daddybill/", "bidAmount": 252000, "content": "$252,000 bid placed by DaddyBill", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892478, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673916, "authorName": "Just.Let.Me.Win.This", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/just.let.me.win.this/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MOSSMERC This car is always the one to buy", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675892534, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673921, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why sell at a loss, come spring this will rip and tear!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892559, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673924, "authorName": "Trieke", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trieke/", "bidAmount": 253000, "content": "$253,000 bid placed by Trieke", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892591, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673943, "authorName": "DaddyBill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daddybill/", "bidAmount": 256555, "content": "$256,555 bid placed by DaddyBill", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892683, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10673952, "authorName": "ja17", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ja17/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why let your $250K in the Bank become deflated this year?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675892722, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673957, "authorName": "amirsahe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/amirsahe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The reserve must be higher", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1675892752, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673960, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Because this will blow away the interest you earn at the bank...", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1675892770, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673965, "authorName": "pjb317", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pjb317/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ja17 - and, you can't drive your bank account", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675892785, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673976, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations @DaddyBill", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675892815, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673979, "authorName": "DaddyBill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daddybill/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 2/8/23 for $256,555 to DaddyBill", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892823, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 10673983, "authorName": "hidbigo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hidbigo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Who's your daddy?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892834, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673987, "authorName": "amirsahe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/amirsahe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675892846, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673986, "authorName": "GoldyJammer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/goldyjammer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Such a beautiful car. Congratulations", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892846, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673974, "authorName": "spyboy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spyboy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Big Daddy once, Big Daddy twice...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675892849, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673990, "authorName": "rardila21", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rardila21/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunning!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892852, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673991, "authorName": "EnzoClassics", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/enzoclassics/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Amazing price. Congratulations \ud83c\udf7e", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892855, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673996, "authorName": "RickCalifornia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickcalifornia/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Trieke. This loss is going to keep you up at night. :)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675892861, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10673999, "authorName": "akrzczuk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/akrzczuk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats, @DaddyBill! The first BaT auction you've bid in -- and you won this one at a GREAT price!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892869, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674002, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Second highest on BAT!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675892879, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674003, "authorName": "moneybags", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moneybags/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stolen!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892881, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674004, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well done @DaddyBill ! Enjoy! See you at Pebble!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1675892882, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674010, "authorName": "spyboy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spyboy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats! Fantastic Car!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675892901, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674012, "authorName": "EnzoClassics", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/enzoclassics/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It\u2019s a third", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675892908, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674021, "authorName": "Endever", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/endever/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "great buy!!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675892944, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674025, "authorName": "mustangtoyota", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mustangtoyota/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great Buy!! Congrats!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675892971, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674055, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": ",Daddybill@Congrats, that's a good deal! And most importantly, the car found its home!!! This item very unique", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1675893126, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674092, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A lot of work ,all team in our facility saying thank you !", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1675893259, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674129, "authorName": "MOSSMERC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mossmerc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rmtechno you are very welcome. I wish I had more time to contact more buyers. Please let the team know their hard work could be seen.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675893358, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674170, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To the guys who make the bids ,next one waiting in line: very interesting color combination \r\nhttps://www.flickr.com/photos/158405149@N03/albums/72157703441034864", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1675893501, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674182, "authorName": "johnoleclair", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnoleclair/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Incredible restoration! Congratulations!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675893545, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674233, "authorName": "rmtechno (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmtechno/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Mossmerc@ you number one ! Coming to Amelia Island to make a drink together!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1675893785, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10674484, "authorName": "RemingtonSR71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/remingtonsr71/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful example.....and soon perhaps the rarest of 190SL specs ever sold may be coming to BAT. As described in a Mercedes publication, \"rarer than rare\" ;)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675895029, "type