[{"id": 2851832, "authorName": "blucille", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blucille/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "this car plus the Fulvia Sport Zagato, my Italian dreams all hitting on the same week. Love this car, the color combination and the subtle upgrades.....LOVE this car!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547143767, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2851846, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oooooooh, aaaaaaaaah!\n\nI didn't buy the one my dad advised me to buy for $10k twenty five years ago. Stupid, stupid, stupid!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547143989, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2851877, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oh Boy- Here we go!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547144544, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2851885, "authorName": "mcorrallo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcorrallo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just in time to conflict with the live auctions in Scottsdale. I'll be glancing at my iPad between free drinks.\r\n\r\nI sold my red one at a discount after it did not do well here on BAT in September of 2017. I would like to get back into one of these that isn't red.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1547144639, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2851898, "authorName": "Minime1975", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minime1975/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by Minime1975", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547144757, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2851950, "authorName": "winstone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winstone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car. Seller, do we know when the car was painted and what's underneath - any paint gauge readings? Thanks in advance.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547145506, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2851951, "authorName": "Ed_L", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ed_l/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm really not sure what to make of one of these that doesn't have its roof bashed in...", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1547145512, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2851970, "authorName": "empiguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/empiguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just a simple observation...Minime1975 bids on a car with a license plate \"LILMAN\"! This car is stunning. What a way to travel!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1547145717, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2852000, "authorName": "Bluesky", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluesky/", "bidAmount": 20000, "content": "$20,000 bid placed by Bluesky", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547146133, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2852078, "authorName": "Minime1975", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minime1975/", "bidAmount": 22000, "content": "$22,000 bid placed by Minime1975", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547147025, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2852245, "authorName": "Caroholic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caroholic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I really love the lines on this car. It looks like a cross between a Jaguar and a Studebaker. It's a Jagubaker.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1547148447, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2852409, "authorName": "dougwalters", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dougwalters/", "bidAmount": 35000, "content": "$35,000 bid placed by dougwalters", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547149732, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2852467, "authorName": "Thirty-three-and-a-third", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thirty-three-and-a-third/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"Bellissimo. Like really choice\"\r\n-Rusty Griswold, 1985", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547150259, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2852531, "authorName": "benzog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benzog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Question: as I age gracefully, do I remember these with a posi- rear differential or what.?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547150603, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2852567, "authorName": "Minime1975", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minime1975/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@empiguy.. hahahah", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547150869, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2852624, "authorName": "Bricklin2117", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bricklin2117/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A driveable sculpture that would be FUN in all caps all the time. I'm not sure I could afford the dental bill for reconstruction so my miles of smiles wasn't offensive to oncoming traffic!!! This is a sure thing of beauty-I admire the owner having an LLC in Montana-you could sell shares to fellow Californians!! That alone could surely finance your next rally car!! GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547151264, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2852625, "authorName": "jimf42", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimf42/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A strikingly beautiful car!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547151267, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2852669, "authorName": "austin_alfa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/austin_alfa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I ran into one of these at an auction back in 98. I was with a long time Alfa buddy (it was in my dark days of old before I jumped into Alfaville). He explained the car, the history etc. \r\n\r\nGobsmacked is the word I use to describe how much of an impact it made to me. AIR, the auction car (minty minty mint) hammered for $43K back in 98. Glad to see these command the respect they deserve", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547151505, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2852992, "authorName": "alfa02", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfa02/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A quick couple question's to the seller ; Was this SS ever owned by Dr. Marty here in Washington state? That would have been in the 1980's-90's. If so, I had the distinct pleasure of driving this beautiful SS. Next question, Did Conrad vintage race this SS here (Pacific Raceways) at the 4th of July race in 1996, or 97? If so he did quite well in our Group 1 class. Thank you for time, and GLWTA.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547154297, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2853076, "authorName": "groceg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/groceg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Imagine having both this AND the current BMW 2000CS currently offered in the same garage. I'd sell tickets and call it an art exhibit :)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547155023, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2853237, "authorName": "mbaum", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mbaum/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a gorgeous car in great colors despite the fact that the blue shade it wears is not Blu Bosboro, which is a decidedly teal-colored blue (And the most stunning color for an SS IMHO). The color on this car is likely closer to Blu Medio.\r\n\r\nNevertheless, blues work the very best on a Sprint Speciale and with this brown interior, the car just looks sensational. I like the great condition but not too perfect so you can imminently use it. Nice on the 2l upgrade with the option of putting the original 1600 back. \r\n\r\nAdd on top of all of this a fastidious owner who has been using this car in long-distance driving, The best Alfa names in the business (Conrad and Stewart at APC), and you have an SS that you simply cannot overlook if you are in the market for one. This must be the best we've had in a long, long time ... #notred", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547156694, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2853245, "authorName": "Ringmeister", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ringmeister/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "OMG that's gorgeous.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547156714, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2853419, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The description mentions the \"bug deflector\" but as a point of interest this deflectors purpose was actually to keep the windshield wipers from lifting up when driving at high speed. The car was that aerodynamic and to this day still has one of the lowest drag coefficients. This cars \"bug deflector\" looks a little oversized like it's ready to deflect some really large bugs- but now I'm just nit picking (no pun). It's really gorgeous in this color and I particularly like the wood (non stock) steering wheel with that butterscotch interior. GLWTA. Will be watching.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547158106, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2853443, "authorName": "YankeeTR5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yankeetr5/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The most fun one can have with car ownership. With more power, a bit more comfort and enough wear to not worry too much about driving it but clean enough to show. And the colors...wow. This ones a keeper. Heck, given what else is in the sellers stable, it'd be worth winning and picking up in person, that's for sure! I own a Giulia SS and have wondered about pursuing more performance (true of any car I own I guess). In such a light car a bit more power I think would go a long way. Never thought a 2 litre would fit, but I bet the extra torque makes and HP make a huge difference. I would really love to drive this car just to know!!\r\n Quick question....has the rear diff been upgraded to a limited slip?\r\nAll the best to the seller and buyers. Someone will be happy if they're able to land this one.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547158210, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2853636, "authorName": "ArchSail", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/archsail/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@blucille - what you said..... \r\n$35K four hours in makes this nothing more than a dream. But then, if I could put this car in my garage all of my time would be spent driving it or sitting in it. This will be fun to watch, along with those Fulvias.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547159313, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2853693, "authorName": "Willmo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willmo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fantasy Junction has a car similar to this now. It was previously parked in the middle of the floor (in the long rows) and gosh, it stood out as gorgeous even when surrounded by other beautiful cars. Pictures don't do it justice; I suspect the same with this car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547159655, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2853694, "authorName": "architeuthis", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/architeuthis/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "beautiful!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547159658, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2853760, "authorName": "mcorrallo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcorrallo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mbaum ... Are you no longer in the market for one of these?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547160108, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2853811, "authorName": "rmessner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmessner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This does not appear to have the limited slip differential. That would have an \"A\" casting grid.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547160444, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2853944, "authorName": "mfleming007", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mfleming007/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Coincidentally within the last couple hours I saw a similar Alfa in red, moving cautiously thru a perilous construction zone on Memorial Drive in Houston. Assumed that it is in the care of the fine folks at DriverSource and that it isn\u2019t destined for a Scottsdale auction.\n\nWhat are the odds of seeing a 55 year old Alfa in mid-winter?\n\nThe Bosforo Blue paint is absolutely the perfect color for this body. GLWTA.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547162287, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854011, "authorName": "Thirty-three-and-a-third", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thirty-three-and-a-third/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why does this Lot keep dropping to last position in the Live Auction page? Is it just me or am I on drugs?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547163570, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854030, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Thirty-three-and-a-third - the position there is based on the auction end time.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547164012, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854128, "authorName": "BobDMac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobdmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I spun out driving a friend's SS on a rainy German road in 1969. He was in the passenger seat. Fortunately, I was able to keep it on the road, so we both laughed about it. His was dark blue, with a wide yellow stripe down the middle. I remember I hit my head on the driver's window, which seemed to slant in uncomfortably close to my head. It was fun to drive, although I liked the 1750 GTV better. It looked every bit as sensational to me then as this one does now.\r\n\r\nI visited Conrad's shop in Berkeley in the 80's. At the time, he was prepping one of these for the Monterey Concours. Everyone I've met who who knows of him says he does phenomenal work.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547166415, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854167, "authorName": "ZachInWestGA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachinwestga/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As a lifelong \u201ccar guy\u201d, it\u2019s a real treat to discover a model that is completely new to you. A bit of 300SL and Ferrari 250 GT Lusso on the outside and an interior that is both graceful and typical of 1960\u2019s Italian luxury GT cars. This is truly a stunner and will give me hours of reading and research to enjoy over the next couple of days.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547167196, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854198, "authorName": "belacsibesz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/belacsibesz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller,\r\nFirst the many nice comments/compliments are much appreciated. This is my first BaT transaction, should be fun and I will attempt to answer all questions to the best of my ability.\r\nThe car has been a blast to drive during shorter outings as well as during a half of dozen 1000 M Rallies. It never let me down. Other than upgrades mentioned later in this note, it never required anything other than preemptive maintenance by APC in Orange CA.\r\nAs to the questions;\r\nDo not know when it was painted and since it wasn\u2019t for me a trailer queen we didn\u2019t use a paint gauge on it\r\nI do not think that it was owned by Dr Marty. Conrad, since as far as I know exclusively maintained, it for the previous owner might have driven it.\r\nNot sure of exact blue color it wears\r\nThe \u201cbug deflector\u201d indeed was meant by A/R to keep the wiper blades from lifting but it collects plenty. It is a NOS part installed by APC\r\nA limited slip was not felt to be necessary by the mechanics. I found the breaking power to be adequate. I also like to down shift. I need to confirm with APC if a break booster was added.\r\nHope no question was omitted but if so please do not hesitate to inquire again.\r\nIf there will be a winning bid I may come down with a severe case of sellers remorse.", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1547167850, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854267, "authorName": "mbaum", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mbaum/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mcorrallo - I wish I still were. I bought a mid-century house in LA, alas house rich and cash poor ... Have to wait a little before I will attack the SS but it remains on top of my buying list.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547169229, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854324, "authorName": "63alfaspy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/63alfaspy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "beautiful SS. Had my chances back in the day although I don't think I even knew about an SS back then. Doesn't appear to be brake boosted ,,at least in terms of what commonly passes for a brake booster.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547170567, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854384, "authorName": "Crazyas00", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazyas00/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wonderful Giulia Sprint! And it has been DRIVEN!!! There is hope in the world! I love the modifications. I have to believe I have seen this car on the CO Grand. I'm just not remembering if I did. Beautiful in blue. The interior is sweet too. Our Seller certainly knew what he wanted. And he made it happen. A long range, competent, rally car. Kudos to him. You can buy this Alfa, and NOT worry about adding miles to it. I hope whoever buys this will continue to run rallies with it. Fantastic Sprint Speciale!!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547172748, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854437, "authorName": "cultusrider", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cultusrider/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These have really grown on me as I have also aged... wish I was \u201ccar wiser\u201d when I was younger", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547174248, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854454, "authorName": "BobDMac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobdmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For people who are unfamiliar with Conrad Stevenson, I think you'll enjoy this July 19, 2009 article from Jalopnik, with photo of his shop: https://jalopnik.com/5318115/legendary-alfa-romeo-shop-registers-500-gigarads-on-jalopnik-cool-o-meter/", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547174720, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854477, "authorName": "Ron13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ron13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful! Alfa hit a home run with this.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547175185, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854529, "authorName": "Carbster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carbster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just a great classic rally car! I absolutely love the color and the engine swap. Maybe it\u2019s time to slow down and smell the flowers? Anyone need a 930 Turbo?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547176830, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854700, "authorName": "GVonn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gvonn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If you've never seen one of these in the paint, you'd be surprised. It's hard to tell from pictures just how great an Alfa SS looks in 3D", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547185703, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854748, "authorName": "Super7Driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/super7driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "paging Mr Vespa,Mr. Vespa to the seance room please", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547188569, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854802, "authorName": "OhU8one2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ohu8one2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why I didn't buy one of these back when they were \"Affordable\" is beyond me. I was NOT paying attention and now it's going to cost me.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547199348, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2854930, "authorName": "metropical", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/metropical/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "my my my oh my! wow! babble babble babble. car has my tongue. wow!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547213344, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2855328, "authorName": "yellowdino", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yellowdino/", "bidAmount": 40000, "content": "$40,000 bid placed by yellowdino", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547221008, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2855334, "authorName": "Spaz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Anyone know if the devil is still giving $ for souls??", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547221160, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2855429, "authorName": "Kitcat7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kitcat7/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just saw the first un-camoflauged photos of the all new Toyota Supra. It\u2019s not nearly as pretty as this timeless icon.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547222975, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2855526, "authorName": "Rick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It will; be interesting to see where this goes with the purists sitting on the fence, I expect. Seems perhaps a German market origin? History usually pays dividends.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547224759, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2855554, "authorName": "GudgieD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gudgied/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Be still my beating heart. In some parallel universe I own one of these beautiful cars - if only I knew which worm hole to go down", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547225128, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2855598, "authorName": "180OUT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/180out/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This looks to be a very nice car, well maintained and with tasteful period modifications. Once upon a time, a good friend and I went to LA to purchase a show-winning 1600 SS. It being a different time and this being an Alfa, we gave no thought to hiring a transporter---of course we were going to drive this splendid 100 point Alfa SS back to Texas. The drive back on I-10 was something of a revelation. I'd owned and driven several Alfas but never an SS. The cars came standard with a higher 9.7 compression ratio and 101.21 cams. It was also one of the first (was the SZ the first??) Alfa to have a 5 speed gearbox. Designed in a wind tunnel, the little SS proved to be commendably quiet at highway speeds. For such a small car the interior was surprisingly comfortable. On getting into the driver's seat for the first time I discovered a thoughtful Bertone mod that I'd never seen before: the door's window sill had a concave curve built in that provided for additional shoulder room and gave an overall feel of roominess unusual in such a small car. The trucker's loved our little red bullet and, with it's 22 (or 24 gallon gas tank) we could drive until we literally wore ourselves out. I still have fond memories of that road trip with a good friend and a great car. The SS is, indeed, a very special car.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1547225820, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2855849, "authorName": "1959vespa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1959vespa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ Super7Driver........you rang for Mr.Vepa,\r\nI am still here at your becken-call!\r\n\r\n I had a whole lotta fun writing the 6 or so articles documenting the resto of my \u201865 SS. I wanted to give y\u2019all an acurate/honest breakdown of what each step of the restoration cost, and the times evolved. \r\nHad a post sale problem (new oil pump was never installed, or refurbished) which royally pissed me off.....but let\u2019s not go there. \r\nTo this day I still think the SS is one of the most gorgeous piece of rolling-art ever created by glorious gear-heads......and this example\u2019s color combo is spectacular. I have no issues with the engine swap, I\u2019m sure it drives great. \r\n\r\n@B\u00e8la.........I know what \u201ccsib\u00e9sz\u201d means. Lol\r\nHappy New Year to all My Friends In Cars!\r\nThanks for the shoutout S7 (I had one of those also when I was young......I used to be fast......now, just half-fast!)\r\nGLWTS\r\nVespa", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1547229849, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2855873, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "180OUT - Ha. Your story reminded me of our little journey home when I acquired my SS many years ago. I had been looking for one and back in the '80's that meant searching Hemmings or the car Mags. I saw a listing for one in Road &Track and took a six our ride out to see it. The car was pretty good overall so I bought it for a few grand and rented one of those tow dollies from U-Haul because it wasn't running very well. On the way home we got lots of thumbs up and honks from truckers. At one rest stop it gathered quite a crowd of curious onlookers who wondered what it was and what the story was. I decided to have some fun and told everyone it was going to be in a Rolling Stones music video. Everyone seemed to nod approvingly! Still have the car all these years later.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547230308, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2855890, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey Mr. Vespa! Good to hear from you. Go over to the Alfa SS Facebook page. I think I just saw your car and your story there.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547230531, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2856111, "authorName": "jjj", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jjj/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "She is especiale beautiful.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1547233825, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2856810, "authorName": "racer355", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/racer355/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi All, \r\n\r\nI own Autosport Designs in New York. I have owned and restored several of these Alfa Sprint Speciales over the years. The seller of this Alfa is a dear friend. When I have been out West to visit with him, I have enjoyed driving this very car. It is awesome because of the extra power and torque, it is solid and straight and if ever stripped of its paint in the future, I doubt you would unearth anything but a well cared for low mileage original body. I have enjoyed driving it on the motorway if that is what you call the 405 and ultimately traffic situations because you are on the 405. :)\r\n\r\nPlease rest assured, the seller is a good form of nuts and has always addressed anything the Alfa specialists who work on this car have advised. \r\n\r\nPlease bid with confidence, I have no skin in the game, just thought everyone would like to hear my opinion of driving her. She has no disappointments.\r\n\r\nIf I were on the West Coast I would have this Alfa in my showroom to give it a new home with pride.\r\n\r\nGood luck all.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1547241341, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2856891, "authorName": "astrolake", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/astrolake/", "bidAmount": 43000, "content": "$43,000 bid placed by astrolake", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547241855, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2858063, "authorName": "werewolf", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/werewolf/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "seller.. a pretty thing.. real easy on the eyes.. later bc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547258297, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2858411, "authorName": "anteater", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/anteater/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunning. It looks like an anteater.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547272104, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2858427, "authorName": "penp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/penp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@anteater.... so, I'm guessing you set up this account and posted 129 Comments just waiting for this moment? My hat's off to you sir.\r\n\r\nAnd...what a car!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547273560, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2858456, "authorName": "Markalfa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/markalfa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can I see and drive the car?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547275705, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2858544, "authorName": "MorganJAP", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/morganjap/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car epitomises the difference between those who value authenticity against those who have a head ruled by their emotions. It also sits on a divide between American and European market tastes and values. It fascinates me because of the attention to detail in an effort to make the 2 litre conversion not obvious and the person who did it had good Alfa knowledge and as the Italians would say \u201cmolto simpatico\u201d. He also recognised the value of conserving the original engine should a future owner wish to retrace steps to authenticity. In my part of Europe such a modified car is uninsurable, and if a false declaration was made, an insurer would repudiate liability in the event it was detected after an accident claim. Apart from this practical issue, highest value is placed here is on authentic cars. The highest value is placed on cars with original body style, correct engine, and excellent condition excluding esoterics like a trailer queen, racing history, or ex famous owner which can push it over the top. What strikes me looking at the original engine photos is that the cam cover has dishes in it. This appeared with the taller engines to get them under the hood so it is probably from the 2 litre. Secondly it is devoid of accessories. The installed engine shots confirm that some migrated on to the 2 litre. The 2 litre originally had a Bat-wing sump, and Spica injection for the American market, or Dellortos for the European market. On the car I can see the Veloce sump, 40 DCOE,s, and it seems the 1600 cam cover but the flattened air plenum from the 2 litre. These simple facts raise 100 questions for the would be restorer beginning with, what is the condition of the original engine, what was modified to get the engine under the hood? (2 liter is 15mm taller than the 1600), where are the original camshafts? where is the original air plenum (round section) and are the carbs DCOE2\u2019s and have they been re-jetted for the 2 litre?. \r\nWhy would anyone do this conversion? The Giulia SS veloce engine develops 112 DIN HP at 6500 rpm and the 2 litre between 110 and 129 HP at 5500 rpm depending on model year, and emission controls. The big difference is low down torque, the SS motor starts to chime in from 3500 rpm whereas the 2 litre delivers torque from idle. More traction and calmer in traffic but totally destroys the character of the SS which thrives on revs and gearchanges. Volare!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1547295509, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2858881, "authorName": "belacsibesz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/belacsibesz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller\r\nThank you again for the fascinating and ilnstructive commentary. Especially impressive to me is the comment by MorganJAP, way out of my league of understanding A/R power plants. I contacted Conrad Stevenson to see if he cares to comment and feels like engaging in a discussion.\r\nAs to Markalfa Pls use BaT protocol and communicate to me via Contact Seller, happy to try to make arrangements.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1547308068, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2858912, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I too have been wondering about how a 2 liter was accommodated in this cars engine bay. Perhaps Conrad came up with some custom engine mounts to lower the motor? It would be interesting to know and I hope he comments here. I'm currently working on an SS project car that lost its original Veloce motor a long time ago. I didn't consider the the 2 liter to be an option but now this has me thinking.....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547308974, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2859410, "authorName": "180OUT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/180out/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MorganJAP There was always a surprising amount of parts commonality in Alfas of this period so fitting a 2 liter into this engine compartment wasn't all that daunting of a proposition. It's worth noting that Sprint Speciales were basically veloces underhood, requiring special canted engine mounts which allowed the carbs and headers to fit. Yes, everything a bit close under there but with the right motor mounts in place, a veloce oil pan substituting for the later 105 'butterfly\" pan, a 2 liter (along with sundry 1750's and 1600's---these cars were originally 1300s) is a practical engine swap. Since this car was built with touring in mind, having a good 2 liter under the hood would make for a sweet ride.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547325315, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2859415, "authorName": "CJMotorhead", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cjmotorhead/", "bidAmount": 45000, "content": "$45,000 bid placed by CJMotorhead", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547325422, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2859577, "authorName": "rlfletch", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rlfletch/", "bidAmount": 50000, "content": "$50,000 bid placed by rlfletch", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547332609, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2859968, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "UPDATE: the seller has been in touch with Conrad Stevenson who has confirmed that the engine he installed (prior to the seller's acquisition) is in fact a 1750cc. The description incorrectly identified it as a 2-liter, and it has now been corrected. We are Alfa guys here at BaT and the 1750 is actually preferable in our opinion!", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1547353832, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2860120, "authorName": "MorganJAP", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/morganjap/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well done BAT and the seller. Striking a blow for the truth. I somehow felt that you liked Alfas. Motherhood and apple pie, sweeping generalisations, make easy reading but don\u2019t let them stand in the way of the facts. You can instantly tell what engine you have in a Giulietta or Giulia by measuring between the top of the water pump to the bottom of the cylinder head. For a 1300 it is zero, for a 1600 it is approximately 25mm or 1 inch, and for the 1750 and the 2 litre it is 40mm, just under 1.5 inches. If the cylinder head belongs to the engine then a cast-in symbol on the front tells you whether it is 1750 or 2 litre. An inverted triangle within a circle for early 1750, the same symbol with a dot in the middle for later 1750 used on 116 and Alfetta cars, and a square bisected diagonally within a circle for 2 litres. With little more effort check the engine number prefix. 00548 for 1750 or 00551 for US cars. 00512 for 2 litre or 01500 for US cars. (source Fusi)\r\nWhy do BAT prefer the 1750 over the 2 litre (As I do in the context of the right engine in the right car) It is because of the driveability of the engine. Stock 1750\u2019s rev more freely in the Alfa tradition of the earlier engines which is not easily explained by the bore/stroke ratio because it is the most under-square of the series.\r\nThis car continues to fascinate me. The 1600 veloce air filter is retained and is fed from a long pipe originating at the rear of the LH front wheel as per original. The objective was to pull in the coldest air and obtain a ram effect at speed giving 5 or more extra BHP. The 1750\u2019s normally have a cylindrical air filter mounted close on the carburettors ie no ram effect. The max power quoted in my 1750GTV handbook (European spec) is 132 SAE at 5500rpm. So with this set up it it will do better. Add the weight advantage, (950Kg vs 1040Kg) and the SS\u2019s 0,27 drag coefficient there will be no stock 1750 that can catch this SS. And after the 1750 engine is worn out the original can be put back.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1547384365, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2861073, "authorName": "ar1950", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ar1950/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well I suppose that the 1750 engine change makes this a better setup than the 2L would have been, The seller seems to have made this a comfortable, true long distance touring car with the changes made. The good thing is that the original engine and original seats are included. That should have some sort of added value if someone wanted to go backwards to a more original configuration. The color combo and the mechanical specs on the car seem so appealing. If I had the means I would buy and leave it as is. Looks like it would be more fun that way. BTW, always loved the looks of these Alfa Sprint Speciale models. So appealing.\n\nGLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547435959, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2861389, "authorName": "BarneyFife", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/barneyfife/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like the offspring of a Gullwing and an Alfa -", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547477781, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2861635, "authorName": "Winstrol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winstrol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How about some pictures of the door jambs? Not because I'm going to buy the car, I just want to see if the door seal arrangement is the same as the Arnolt MG Bertone.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547485605, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2861751, "authorName": "Watry", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/watry/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To me, this is the most outrageous production body ever made. Stunning, and in a good color.\r\nAndrew", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547487921, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2861781, "authorName": "MorganJAP", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/morganjap/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ar1950 depends on your definition of fun. I too would keep it as it is but for only sufficient time for me to have everything lined up to revert to the original engine. The lucky new owner will have a unique opportunity, and that is to contact a Giulia SS 1600 owner and suggest that each drive one another\u2019s cars for comparison. If the little horns that grow on my head every time I drive mine are anything to go by, after the test he will beat a path to a garage that can do it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547488576, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2863119, "authorName": "PierrePrandtl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pierreprandtl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Could any of the Alfa cognoscenti elaborate on the purpose of the circular opening visible below the front bumper in image 55.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547503647, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2863404, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Certainly, Pierre. That hole provides access to a pet cock located at the bottom of the radiator for draining coolant.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547505581, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2863828, "authorName": "anteater", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/anteater/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@penp you never heard of my mother the car?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547513092, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2863855, "authorName": "belacsibesz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/belacsibesz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Perhaps it is time for me to comment again.\r\nBaT is indeed a wonderful public forum and even though the comments are flagged as Non constructive I find most of them worth reading.\r\nDigressing to MorganJAP\u2019s earlier observations pertaining to car authenticity versus modified cars. Both are enthusiastically embraced by the car collector community. I believe there is no right or wrong and are at best only shades of grey. We for instance enjoy our 1973 Porsche RSR Clone as much as our totally original 1973 Touring 911 RS. Similarly as to the Alfas, while the currently listed SS has brought much joy we equally like our 1960 Sprint Zagato which is original to the last bolt and nut. It had only one previous owner Mr Karl Foitek from Switzerland who famously raced it in the 1960s. We just learned that this most liked and admired Mr Foitek, unfortunately very recently passed at age of 87. Would we not also own a hot rod 1960 Spider Veloce Alfa, the SS, that we had for longer, would not be now, up for sale. Rather than going on with other examples each of us should drive the cars that put most smiles on our faces. \r\nMore recent comments from MorganJAP, whose technical knowledge is impressive, are encouraging the dialogue on BaT towards returning the car to its original configuration. We never considered this in the over 7 years of ownership. Nor has anyone exposed to the car in all the events we ran it, made mention of this. Again different strokes for different folks. If it goes to a new home we would respect the new owner to do with it as he wishes. \r\nPerhaps it should also be mentioned that having been born in Europe I am fully aware of the insurance and other restrictions present in some countries but still have many a friend who find ways to drive modified cars. \r\nIncidentally to build a well executed hot rod; properly planned \u201camalgamated\u201d and sorted is much more difficult than restoring a car in which case exact guidelines to copy, are for most part readily available. The car market, starting perhaps with Porsches, is acutely recognizing this, as well reflected by the prices realized for these cars on BaT.", "likes": 12, "timestamp": 1547513685, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2864287, "authorName": "matthewdesigns", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/matthewdesigns/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was able to see and lust after this car in person when it ran the CO Grand a few years back. A truly gorgeous vehicle! Great to see it again, and learn a bit of the history around it. \r\n\r\nGLWTA!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547525569, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2865106, "authorName": "dbm", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dbm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As a stock Giulia SS owner for the last 42 years I agree with the owner that this is one wonderful car with or without modifications. The new owner will have the opportunity of thousands of fun miles. These cars are meant to be driven, not ride on trailers. And whatever is done to make them even more comfortable and/or reliable is fine with me. Enjoy!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547570468, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2867044, "authorName": "ar1950", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ar1950/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@belacsibesz (The Seller) stated:\n\"Perhaps it is time for me to comment again.\nBaT is indeed a wonderful public forum and even though the comments are flagged as Non constructive I find most of them worth reading.\"\n\nFYI, the comments aren't flagged. The \"Flag as not constructive\" is there for someone to click to bring to BaT's attention if the comment seems not constructive. BaT occasionally removes the comment if they agree with the idea that it is not constructive.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547592359, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2867729, "authorName": "Dnardi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dnardi/", "bidAmount": 50500, "content": "$50,500 bid placed by Dnardi", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547609154, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2867804, "authorName": "sjmorgan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjmorgan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "GEEZ! Not \"pet cock\" (a pet or companion barnyard fowl), but petcock, a small valve used for draining or testing. \r\n\r\nAs for the engine change... I happen to be another fan of the 1750, and this is a nice change if you really treasure your hot cam, 1600 SS engine. Besides, if you can't tell the difference without a micrometer and a measuring scale... I would even put an LSD in it. \r\n\r\nThis car presents well, even with the bolstered seats that are not out of character. \r\n\r\nI doubt that anyone with the money and the need for an SS Alfa in their collection will shy away from bidding on this lovely example of a properly driven SS. \r\n\r\nIt had the look of an original car, properly maintained and used over a long period of time. It is not perfect, but rather near perfect. At least it doesn't look like it was once reduced to a hulk and a bucket of bolts, re assembled, poorly with little care in the development of the machine back into an Alfa. \r\n\r\nAnd that 1750 can last hundreds of thousands of miles. Mine did. Over 250K in 36 years. \r\n\r\nI am pretty sure that an Alfa fanatic will purchase this one, and for much more than the current 50K. It is not as though there are more of these to be found. This one, even with its seats and larger Alfa engine, is just fine with me.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547612931, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2867828, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "GEEZ! Simple typo. Lighten up. If BAT allowed editing after posting it would have been corrected. And as one with both a 1750 GTV and a 1600 SS I've owned for over 30 years I agree with everything you had to say. I also love this example- pet cock and all. Not a typo- just having some fun.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1547614146, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2867950, "authorName": "alfa_rescue_society", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfa_rescue_society/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@belacsibesz - this has been a fun and informative thread that really illustrates the differences between the mindset of the purist and the person who appreciates the spirit and personality of a car. I think your mods, both esthetic and practical, add real value to the car. As one who values the pleasure of driving an Alfa over the pleasure of owning a museum piece, I think you have done a great job of enhancing one of the crown jewels of Alfa design. The next owner will be getting a beautiful, well thought out car.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1547634340, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2868294, "authorName": "unclewill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclewill/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Montana reg plus 11-99 plate frame. Yep.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547650860, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2868324, "authorName": "gabbo241", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gabbo241/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"The 300SL and BMW 507 are the most beautiful 2 doors ever made!!\"\r\n\"Hold my beer\" - Bertone", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1547651663, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2868364, "authorName": "MorganJAP", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/morganjap/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@alfa_rescue_society Remarkably this sale has attracted comment from 4 current Guilia SS owners. The others like me feel motivated to contribute because of a passion for this car, not for any particular angle. Like @dbm says, his SS is primarily a car to be driven and he is to be congratulated on keeping it stock for half a lifetime. Authenticity however does not equate to a museum/ purist mindset no more does an engine swap equate to a holy grail of driveability. I have had my stock 1600 SS 44 years and my 1750 GTV 25 years. The SS although termed a Giulia, has a Giulietta chassis and stems from a mid-50\u2019s design compared to the 1750 which hit the scene at the end of 1967, a thoroughly modernised package. From time to time Alfa got a few things wrong, but mostly their mechanical designs designs were holistic fully integrating suspension spring rates, stabiliser bar rates, transmission ratios with the powerplant. As they evolved it required subtle differences from car to car. For example the 1600SS has a 9:41 diff (1750 8:41), unique performance rank 7 cams (1750 is rank 5) and stiffer springs to cope with the 1600 engine. This is why I tend to prefer the stock engine as a heavier engine may compromise steering, braking and stability unless properly compensated. The seller says this challenge has been met and in my first post I was complimentary about what I saw in the photos. The dual option it presents allows access to a wider market and therefore should achieve a top auction result. @dbm could add to his list \u201csafety\u201d and particularly the brakes. The Dunlop disk brakes fitted to the front of the SS are primitive and difficult to get parts. The sale car has been fitted with 116 series brakes which must be a big improvement. I am always conscious that the SS has a single brake circuit compared to the 1750 which is dual circuit,with front to back compensation and a servo. The new price of the SS exceeded that of the E-type Coupe. For 1600 cc versus 4.2 litres it was not widely acclaimed as a bargain and explains why only 1400 were sold. With a survival rate of less than 10%, and owners who hang on to them, it is an exclusive club and not one I could afford to buy into today. GLWTA", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1547652565, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2868808, "authorName": "yancyn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yancyn/", "bidAmount": 51000, "content": "$51,000 bid placed by yancyn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547661162, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2868866, "authorName": "thrill_of_the_hunt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thrill_of_the_hunt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "OK, comment from a 5th SS owner: I wouldn't say this car was NOT modified but rather temporarily has an alternative power plant installed since the original is included. Seats too are just a few bolt swap. This car is PERFECT. What I call show quality as I don't like trailer queens. I think I dive mine a fair amount but this one has clearly been enjoyed even more. I'm jealous. I don't need to rehash all the fine comments so far. Beautiful example. GLWA!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1547662517, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2870282, "authorName": "rytune", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rytune/", "bidAmount": 60000, "content": "$60,000 bid placed by rytune", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547675694, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2870285, "authorName": "Gulwngr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gulwngr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Speaking from experience here, I have the pleasure of many fond memories and many miles with this deceiving little hot rod. Not only is this Alfa a total blast to drive, it is one of the few sports cars out there that actually has mega interior space to accomodate a 6\u20192\u201d guy like myself, not to speak of how much luggage space the rear seat area provides, something any long distance motorist surely will appreciate. Between the incredible styling and matching performance this car never stops amazing onlookers and fellow classic car collectors. \r\nWhat a great joy of a car!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547675706, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2871212, "authorName": "Dnardi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dnardi/", "bidAmount": 60500, "content": "$60,500 bid placed by Dnardi", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547688602, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2871562, "authorName": "RPChan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rpchan/", "bidAmount": 64000, "content": "$64,000 bid placed by RPChan", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547701153, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2871613, "authorName": "bradleykentmiller", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bradleykentmiller/", "bidAmount": 72500, "content": "$72,500 bid placed by bradleykentmiller", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547705156, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2872075, "authorName": "Rhayner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rhayner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Under the heading of \"if I knew then what I know now\": It's 1971 and my wife and I have driven down from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara to take a break from College. There I spot what could be the sister of this one. It caught my eye immediately with that beautiful tail and nose. I also was fascinated with the fact that the drivers seat was noticeably wider than the passenger seat. It was love at first sight. Unfortunately at $8500 it was clearly out of reach to this still in school student. Skip forward a few years and I ended up buying a 1974 260Z which I also fell in love with. Anyway little did I know back then that this SS would become an iconic collector car worth ten times what I would have paid if I could have afforded it. Ah the branch not taken. GLWS", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547738800, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2872118, "authorName": "Dnardi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dnardi/", "bidAmount": 73000, "content": "$73,000 bid placed by Dnardi", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547739873, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2872122, "authorName": "bradleykentmiller", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bradleykentmiller/", "bidAmount": 75000, "content": "$75,000 bid placed by bradleykentmiller", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547739972, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2872401, "authorName": "bobrk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobrk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Who needs flying cars when this exists?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547745102, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2872422, "authorName": "binderdundat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/binderdundat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One of the most remarkable body designs out there. Not my favorite but quite splendid in detail, however, overall a bit quirky looking.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547745616, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2872535, "authorName": "Moto_One", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moto_one/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sexy, that's all.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547747682, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2872654, "authorName": "DaftOne", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daftone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It looks like liquid in motion. Stunning.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547749580, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2873306, "authorName": "stewart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stewart/", "bidAmount": 77000, "content": "$77,000 bid placed by stewart", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547756583, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2873353, "authorName": "madrid100", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/madrid100/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Would any of the underbody/alfa experts care to comment on the condition of the body (amount of wear shown for the age and use, rust quotient, etc) based on the photos supplied?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547757085, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2873498, "authorName": "rytune", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rytune/", "bidAmount": 80000, "content": "$80,000 bid placed by rytune", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547758302, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2873556, "authorName": "thrill_of_the_hunt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thrill_of_the_hunt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@madrid100 Here is my 2 cents worth. The rocker panel seems that still show the spot welds are the best I have seen on a car that wasn't restored. These are what I look for on any car that should have them visible. The undercoating is exactly like my unrestored car. But the pristine rockers are a tell tale sign of a car with excellent bones.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547758931, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2873752, "authorName": "dbm", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dbm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@madrid100 I wish the underbody of my Giulia SS looked this good. Not a single significant issue that I can see on the pictures.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547760916, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2873797, "authorName": "ilovelucille", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ilovelucille/", "bidAmount": 81000, "content": "$81,000 bid placed by ilovelucille", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547761272, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2873854, "authorName": "madrid100", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/madrid100/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dbm and @thrill_of_the_hunt: much appreciated", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547761559, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2873910, "authorName": "roger_ramjet", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/roger_ramjet/", "bidAmount": 82000, "content": "$82,000 bid placed by roger_ramjet", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547761834, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2873925, "authorName": "madrid100", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/madrid100/", "bidAmount": 83000, "content": "$83,000 bid placed by madrid100", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547761886, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2873927, "authorName": "canzalone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/canzalone/", "bidAmount": 85000, "content": "$85,000 bid placed by canzalone", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547761889, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2873949, "authorName": "Wishingwail", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wishingwail/", "bidAmount": 91964, "content": "$91,964 bid placed by Wishingwail", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547761996, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2873958, "authorName": "rytune", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rytune/", "bidAmount": 93000, "content": "$93,000 bid placed by rytune", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547762040, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874004, "authorName": "dougwalters", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dougwalters/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Right in line with past BAT auctions in the mid 90s", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547762313, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874093, "authorName": "william_wattiker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/william_wattiker/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A car that James Bond would drive!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547762969, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874107, "authorName": "MorganJAP", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/morganjap/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Few cars look so equally beautiful from whatever angle the eye beholds it as the SS. The simplicity of line designed by Scaglione using a pencil and clay models transcends the computer generated look alike stuff produced today. The beauty will be appreciated and the driving enjoyed long after the price has been forgotten. Whatever is paid, the market will follow.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547763071, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874129, "authorName": "Gianfisco", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gianfisco/", "bidAmount": 95000, "content": "$95,000 bid placed by Gianfisco", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547763235, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874135, "authorName": "rytune", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rytune/", "bidAmount": 96000, "content": "$96,000 bid placed by rytune", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547763270, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874183, "authorName": "canzalone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/canzalone/", "bidAmount": 96500, "content": "$96,500 bid placed by canzalone", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547763525, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874188, "authorName": "rytune", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rytune/", "bidAmount": 97000, "content": "$97,000 bid placed by rytune", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547763549, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874192, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "100k here we come", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547763596, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874194, "authorName": "Wishingwail", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wishingwail/", "bidAmount": 101964, "content": "$101,964 bid placed by Wishingwail", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547763605, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874204, "authorName": "rytune", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rytune/", "bidAmount": 103000, "content": "$103,000 bid placed by rytune", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547763664, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874207, "authorName": "lewilbar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lewilbar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just beautiful. Worth it.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547763688, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874250, "authorName": "Wishingwail", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wishingwail/", "bidAmount": 104691, "content": "$104,691 bid placed by Wishingwail", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764065, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874256, "authorName": "rytune", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rytune/", "bidAmount": 106000, "content": "$106,000 bid placed by rytune", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764093, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874263, "authorName": "Gianfisco", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gianfisco/", "bidAmount": 107000, "content": "$107,000 bid placed by Gianfisco", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764128, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874265, "authorName": "Wishingwail", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wishingwail/", "bidAmount": 109641, "content": "$109,641 bid placed by Wishingwail", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764136, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874273, "authorName": "eima77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eima77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely Gorgeous \r\nBest to Seller and All Bidders", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547764178, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874274, "authorName": "rytune", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rytune/", "bidAmount": 112000, "content": "$112,000 bid placed by rytune", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764191, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874280, "authorName": "Wishingwail", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wishingwail/", "bidAmount": 114691, "content": "$114,691 bid placed by Wishingwail", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764223, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874284, "authorName": "Lionel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am really watching and so are the people that low balled me on my white SS :) :)", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547764241, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874285, "authorName": "rytune", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rytune/", "bidAmount": 116000, "content": "$116,000 bid placed by rytune", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764250, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874289, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yes, Lionel!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547764271, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874292, "authorName": "dougwalters", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dougwalters/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This makes me feel good about my car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547764283, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874293, "authorName": "Wishingwail", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wishingwail/", "bidAmount": 119641, "content": "$119,641 bid placed by Wishingwail", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764293, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874295, "authorName": "yderochefort", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yderochefort/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Have a '66 E Type and while I really can't justify (or afford) another car of same vintage in my garage, I can't help but lust after this one.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547764300, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874296, "authorName": "Lionel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am glad that you agree Mark :)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547764302, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874300, "authorName": "Pinarello", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pinarello/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The SS market may have cooled a little, but at this price it would still be well-bought in my not-so-expert opinion.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547764336, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874302, "authorName": "rytune", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rytune/", "bidAmount": 121000, "content": "$121,000 bid placed by rytune", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764344, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874306, "authorName": "Dobes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dobes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Did he just outbid himself?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764381, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874307, "authorName": "architeuthis", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/architeuthis/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "two engines, two sets of seats, *perfect car*. just wish i could bid too", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764387, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874309, "authorName": "Wishingwail", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wishingwail/", "bidAmount": 124691, "content": "$124,691 bid placed by Wishingwail", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764400, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874314, "authorName": "RevSome", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/revsome/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dobes Nope. Can't happen.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547764414, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874316, "authorName": "dougwalters", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dougwalters/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If the seller will comment as to where he sourced the seats for this car, it would be greatly appreciated.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547764419, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874318, "authorName": "rytune", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rytune/", "bidAmount": 126000, "content": "$126,000 bid placed by rytune", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764433, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874321, "authorName": "Lionel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any SS like this under $130,000 is a bargain. I spent 3 years restoring my Green SS and NO one can restore a car this cheap.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547764440, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874324, "authorName": "Wishingwail", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wishingwail/", "bidAmount": 130964, "content": "$130,964 bid placed by Wishingwail", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764479, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874334, "authorName": "rytune", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rytune/", "bidAmount": 132000, "content": "$132,000 bid placed by rytune", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764534, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874336, "authorName": "Cadillacmatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cadillacmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Has anyone else noticed the fun @Wishingwail is having with 1964 in the bids?", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1547764549, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874339, "authorName": "Wishingwail", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wishingwail/", "bidAmount": 134691, "content": "$134,691 bid placed by Wishingwail", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764559, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2874345, "authorName": "RevSome", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/revsome/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yup. And the backwards bids too. Cool customer.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1547764597, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874347, "authorName": "Cadillacmatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cadillacmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Indeed.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764610, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874350, "authorName": "Bigtoe32067", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigtoe32067/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a cool car. I'm jealous of whoever winds up with it. I hope they take it out and drive it and go to shows so other people can enjoy it also. \r\nThis car needs to be shared with people who appreciate it for what it is. \r\nMy thoughts only. I'd show it off is what I'd do.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764643, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874351, "authorName": "dbrsf", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dbrsf/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Still cheaper than your average new 911, and what a world of difference in every (positive) way for a true car guy.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547764649, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874358, "authorName": "dougwalters", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dougwalters/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "bravo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764680, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874359, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 1/17/19 at $134,691", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764681, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 2874361, "authorName": "RevSome", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/revsome/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "OUCH!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1547764700, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874362, "authorName": "jtallb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jtallb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What!!!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547764703, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874365, "authorName": "CJMotorhead", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cjmotorhead/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ouch that hurts.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547764709, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874367, "authorName": "wwoodruff", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wwoodruff/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "RNM... LOL", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547764717, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874368, "authorName": "Bigtoe32067", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigtoe32067/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Darn. Oh well, not a bad car to have to keep", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764718, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874369, "authorName": "drffishman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drffishman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "time suck", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764724, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874372, "authorName": "dougwalters", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dougwalters/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "RNM????", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547764736, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874375, "authorName": "OssoBene", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ossobene/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Be silly to think this piece of art could be had for less $150K", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547764750, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874377, "authorName": "rsam1013", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rsam1013/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry boys, but that didn't even come close to what is the likely reserve.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764759, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874381, "authorName": "Pinarello", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pinarello/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Probably not even close to the reserve.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547764769, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874383, "authorName": "SirPantelonesDeLugo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sirpantelonesdelugo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well there is 45 minutes I'm never getting back. :/", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547764785, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874389, "authorName": "Bigtoe32067", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigtoe32067/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "But what an exciting 45 minutes", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547764816, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874390, "authorName": "RevSome", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/revsome/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Think of the bidders' frustations!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1547764820, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874394, "authorName": "jtallb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jtallb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yup!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764842, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874395, "authorName": "SherrieEloise", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sherrieeloise/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Such a fun ride watching this!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547764848, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874397, "authorName": "SirPantelonesDeLugo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sirpantelonesdelugo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely. Just beautiful.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547764850, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874402, "authorName": "CJMotorhead", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cjmotorhead/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We are seeing more and more RNMs on Bat. While some are sellers' unrealistic expectations, this seems justified. Pure Art!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547764864, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874406, "authorName": "rsam1013", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rsam1013/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My guess based on NADA and Hagerty the reserve was likely north of $160K.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764907, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874409, "authorName": "lewilbar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lewilbar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hear, hear! I rarely (actually never not counting this auction) comment here but that was great television!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764918, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874412, "authorName": "OssoBene", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ossobene/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Doesn't anybody check the comp's? \r\nFantasy's got one up at $195K", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547764926, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874410, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That was fun! Thanks to @belacsibesz for bringing this car here. The seller has been provided with the high bidder's ( @Wishingwail ) contact information via email. Let's hope they can come to a deal!\n\n-BaT", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547764937, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874416, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Welcome to the collector car Big League", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547764942, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874432, "authorName": "Scoopman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scoopman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now back to my rusty Fiat Spiders and to Earth...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547765031, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874429, "authorName": "Bigtoe32067", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigtoe32067/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I agree with what seems to be a lot of rnm's lately on Bat. \nI think they should go to a Barrett Jackson model and only do No Reserve.\nThey may lose some business but their sell through % would go through the roof and may be enough to compensate for the drop off in listings. \nBe cool to know that every car would sell. \nBigtoe", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547765043, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874427, "authorName": "Lionel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@OssoBene: It is only a Comp when there is a finalized Sale. An asking Price is not a Comp. However, $130+ is still too low for this car.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547765067, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874414, "authorName": "benzog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benzog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So would $150 k do it for a beauty like this $???", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547765114, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874415, "authorName": "william_wattiker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/william_wattiker/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The value in anything is what the Public will pay.Except taxes!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547765168, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874453, "authorName": "OssoBene", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ossobene/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Lionel: Right, but to think this SS is a $130K car is false expectations. Besides, this is not a car, it's rolling art. Call Fantasy and see if they'll sell that SS for $150K...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547765186, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874472, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BAT- Is providing the highest bidders contact info to the seller really fair to the next highest bidder? I don't know. That's not really how an auction works is it?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547765300, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874485, "authorName": "Bigtoe32067", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigtoe32067/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why isn't it fair?\r\n The 2nd place had all week to be 1st. \r\n Bigtoe", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1547765384, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874499, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Then he should be given an opportunity to make a side deal just as the next highest bidder", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1547765445, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874506, "authorName": "thrill_of_the_hunt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thrill_of_the_hunt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It\u2019s a vote of confidence to the value of THIS SS that BaT would agree to it\u2019s appropriate reserve.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1547765471, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874507, "authorName": "ar1950", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ar1950/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mark_P, BaT has mentioned why they do it. Their take is the auction needs to happen here not later on. High bidder earns the right because they were high bidder and may have gone a lot higher if there was someone bidding against them.", "likes": 12, "timestamp": 1547765550, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874527, "authorName": "Bigtoe32067", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigtoe32067/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think if the 2nd place really wanted the car they would have bid more during the auction whereas the 1st place only bid as much as needed to outbid the 2nd place bidder and may be willing to go a lot higher.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1547765600, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874539, "authorName": "Bigtoe32067", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigtoe32067/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think basically I just reiterated what @ar1950 just said. \r\nGreat minds think alike!\r\nBigtoe", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1547765673, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874560, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I guess that makes sense but I always thought if reserve is not met- that's the end of it. Frankly, I'm very happy with this format and forum and have even bought a car here", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547765860, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874567, "authorName": "rapple", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rapple/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ar1950 and Bigtoe32067 are exactly right. I attend live wholesale auctions every week and this is how it works. If the high bid doesn't meet reserve, the high bidder is often permitted an opportunity to negotiate with the seller.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547765988, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874570, "authorName": "ar1950", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ar1950/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mark_P, and what a nice looking car it is.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547766061, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874575, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks, Mon!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547766122, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2874647, "authorName": "Abacot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/abacot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Quick comment to add to BATs process of hooking up seller and high bidder ... it worked for me as the bidder on a Lotus Elan ... we'd gotten close but not made reserve. A couple calls later we'd agreed on a price that the seller said met his reserve and that was within the range I was willing to pay.\r\n\r\nOver a 1000 miles later the Elan is the hoot to drive I knew it would be and I've kept in touch with the seller's rep who handled the deal.\r\n\r\nFair price, great car, new contact in the industry ... thanks BAT.\r\n\r\nHope the seller and high bidder on this one have as much good fortune going forward as I did ...\r\n\r\nGreg", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1547767760, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2875614, "authorName": "belacsibesz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/belacsibesz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My appreciation to all who placed a bid as well as to all who participated with comments during the auction. Subsequently we came to terms with the high bidder. It is my understanding that the next guardian\u2019s intention is to enjoy the car as is.\r\nBaT has been exceptional and I highly recommend it.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1547821017, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2875661, "authorName": "dougwalters", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dougwalters/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Do you mind mentioning where the replacement seats were sourced?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547822022, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2875723, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats to all. It would be great if the new owner could bring the car to the AROC National Convention this summer.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547823309, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2876889, "authorName": "alfadoc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfadoc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Could Blacsibez contact me so I can enter the history and Bertone number of the car into the Sprint Speciale Register?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547842064, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2877694, "authorName": "Mark_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mark_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@alfadoc As an SS owner could you direct me to your SS registry? There have been several over the years and at least two I'm aware of right now. It would make sense to get all this information in one place. Thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1547848754, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2884295, "authorName": "mbaum", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mbaum/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just back from a long trip last week and checking in on this. I think the high bid was a very correct market result. So I am happy that buyer and seller could come to an agreement which I would assume is not too far from the final bid. Most at auction in this very nice driver (Not concours) condition sell for $120k - $140k. To go up to the $175 - $225k SS cars, you do have to have a very special car, either perfectly restored or untouched and good condition original. Congrats to both, seller and bidder.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1548122672, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2884441, "authorName": "alfadoc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfadoc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The SS register is at www.velocergisters.net/ss1.html Looking to update or to add more cars", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1548128006, "type": "comment"}]