[{"id": 1779437, "authorName": "Martmallard", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/martmallard/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by Martmallard", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507237931, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1779530, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by WAGONBOYTD", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507238854, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1779543, "authorName": "Jaxter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jaxter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WOW! Two monster bids before the first comment!!! \nCalm down boys.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507238974, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1779566, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jaxter\nIf you have ever seen one in person or ridden in one you\u2019d get it. Extremely RARE stateside these Minerva\u2019s beyond sexy IMO the details are sooooo good", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1507239575, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1779634, "authorName": "Lewis", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lewis/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've never seen one of these, but a Minerva is a magnificent, sleeve-valve car on the order of a Hispano-Suiza. Classics!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507240065, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1779638, "authorName": "dersu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dersu/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now that is COOL!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507240102, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1779671, "authorName": "MWebb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mwebb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Driven from Belgium to London? Ok, whoever did that has my respect. I assume they took the tunnel, but still, impressive.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1507240517, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1779670, "authorName": "Maeter (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good evening from Philadelphia,\n\nFirst of all thank you to the two of you for your bids! You will see some pictures of similar cars in action in various parts of Africa on the following web page, http://www.minervaabl.be/Photos/Congo/index.htm. \n\nThis specific vehicle was attached to an anti-tank regiment of the Belgian army based originally in West Germany, and later at the Belgian border with Germany. It was a recon vehicle so was not heavily armed but meant to carry a junior officer and two enlisted men. There were other variations of the Minerva, one heavily armored and equipped with two Browning machine guns and used by the paratroop forces following the cars being airdropped. Others were used by the Military Police, Gendarmerie as part of the anti-riot units communication teams, and even the Brussels tramway system with steel wheels to run on the tracks!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1507240522, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1779679, "authorName": "Maeter (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I did, only day in my life I did not pass another vehicle on the highway!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1507240626, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1779761, "authorName": "MWebb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mwebb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cool, glad to hear. Hopefully it was an enjoyable ride as well. I like driving old trucks slowly myself. It's all about the journey, not just getting there. So as I mentioned, I'm impressed. Nice truck to do it in too.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507241490, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1779927, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Maeter\r\ngreat link, all going on my Pinterest. Honestly its the rope and belt that had me instantly", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507245676, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1779989, "authorName": "Crazyas00", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazyas00/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ok. Count me among the ones who did not know there are Belgium made Rovers. Interesting they decided to go steel instead of alloy. I'm sure there is some reason lost to history about that decision. It has all sorts of neat stuff. Says it will do 55MPH. Perhaps downhill because of the greater weight! And we obviously already have two rabid bidders who know what this Landie is. Perfect CO truck. This is going to be fun to watch.\n\n@WAGONBOYTD : Ropes and belts, eh? Something you want to tell us?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507249241, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1780003, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Definitely not doing 55 in this myself if I am the lucky one. but would have some fun in my back woods on my farm thats for sure. As long as I dont get sniped off by my one Neighbor.But I would have to go pretty deep. Now this I would pitch a tent with. The only time I EVER saw and rode in one was in Antwerp a few years back. Never heard about these until I was over there. I honestly never thought I would see one again. Trust me you aren't finding that grill all that easy.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507250161, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1780029, "authorName": "Maeter (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One of the reasons that British car manufacturer where using aluminium in the early years post WW2 was that steel was in short supply and the UK was not in a position to import due to a very stressed economy, the rationing imposed during the war years was not lifted until 1956. The Belgian army received two LHD Series 1 Land Rovers for testing before awarding a contract for a small off-road vehicle. The testing resulted in so many requests for modifications that the Rover company decided to sell them the bare vehicle (completely knock-down) and let Belgium build their own bodies. This is when the congolese iron ore came in handy and thus a steel body. You can see all the details about Land Rover Series 1 models right here, http://www.dunsfoldcollection.co.uk/collection/series1/guide.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1507251115, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1780036, "authorName": "dersu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dersu/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I wonder how much heavier the steel body made it. The \"lightweight\" or \"air-portable\" had weight restrictions so it could fit in an aircraft or be slung under the biggest British helicopter of the time.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507251371, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1780081, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just don\u2019t take a corner at 50 mph in an 80 let alone an 88", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507253347, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1780087, "authorName": "Maeter (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "2,712 lbs vs 2,604 lbs.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1507253882, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1780166, "authorName": "dersu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dersu/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "108 lbs difference? For some reason I thought more. Good to know.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507257536, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1780396, "authorName": "notforhire", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/notforhire/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Having owned virtually every model of Land Rover (prior to 1997), along with a wide variety of other makes and models, I am hard pressed to think of a time that I've had more fun than in a 1950 80\". Windshield folded, door tops removed (lost?), and canvas off (did it ever have one??) + Vermont farm field on the first \"warm\" day of spring = a memory where I can still feel my cheeks sore from smiling. You can't put a price on the pride the new owner will have for this gem.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1507286244, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1780471, "authorName": "Rickyrover", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickyrover/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Super nice little truck! Great accessories keep it authentic. Keep in mind parts are very hard to find on any Series One, and especially a rare Minerva! Totally different animal than a series 2A. I have a '51 Series One. There are only a handful of parts sources in US, otherwise plan to buy from UK. On the flip side these little buggers are fun, the 80\" wheelbase and light steering and the venerable 4 banger is a great combination! This rare version should bring some good bids.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507293578, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1780578, "authorName": "Maeter (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you for all the comments so far, appreciate them all! On the parts front, in the US I have used Rovah Farms (http://rovahfarm.com) and otherwise, m I have relied on the Series 1 Land Rover Club, they reissue parts as well as run a very good forum, see http://www.lrsoc.com/forum/index.php. I would strongly suggest to anyone interested in early Land Rovers to join.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507296682, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1780662, "authorName": "FixItAgainTony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fixitagaintony/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Funny I was just looking at a Belgian Police Series 1.... too many choices. Blue or Military Green what a nice way to start Friday", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507299486, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1780703, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rickyrover\nSSHHHHHHHH!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507300541, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1781071, "authorName": "rlincoln", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rlincoln/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Several British cars were assembled in Belgium, and elsewhere, after WW II, including Morris Minor. \"The horn is not operative.\" That should read, the horn is not operational. I've never known a man named Horn to be an operative for any of the intelligence services. He might have been undercover, which would explain the horn not working.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1507311218, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1781158, "authorName": "GriffSC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/griffsc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Better yet, the ad should read, \"The horn is not working.\" No need to flower up the language. With that said, an operative Horn, undercover or not, would be most helpful to the future owner of this fine vehicle... for gawker control.\r\n\r\nGLWTA!! Beautiful example.\r\n\r\n@WAGONBOYTD: I can feel your hot breath from here. ;)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507313747, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1781194, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@GriffSC\nSo can my partner. As soon as they saw this I knew it was going to be an argument on whether I needed or just wanted it. You know that same old argument... you can get it if you get rid of one. ARE YOU KIDDING ME? get rid of one, still have 6 days to win my case.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507314970, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1782210, "authorName": "shallowguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shallowguy/", "bidAmount": 11500, "content": "$11,500 bid placed by shallowguy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507330413, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1782229, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 13000, "content": "$13,000 bid placed by WAGONBOYTD", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507331771, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1783094, "authorName": "skidcar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/skidcar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had the pleasure of driving a similar one during my military service in Belgium at the Evere Air Force base. It was my first real connection with off road driving. I still remember her ( a car in french is feminine...) really capable in deep muddy terrain, remember the pedals going down into the floor...., remember the effective heater in the winter and the firm gear shifting...Brings back memories, thx BAT!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507401828, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1783138, "authorName": "KnoxHarrington", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/knoxharrington/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My father's uncle was in the Belgian army in 1956. He was part of a tank crew stationed in West Germany. If he were still alive, I'm sure he would get a kick out of this. I'm sure he would also add that no list of \"Belgian military paraphernalia\" is complete without a church key & corkscrew for bottles of gueuze lambic. You know, for after manoeuvres.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1507406293, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1783199, "authorName": "dersu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dersu/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@notconstructive\n\nI'm impressed that another person knows what a \"church key\" is!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507411677, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1783246, "authorName": "Maeter (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry to have been a little on comments today but I have been away from home. Very happy to read comments from not owners but soldier/users of these. I bought this originally because my uncle was a paratrooper in the Belgian Congo and not only used these but also jumped out of airplanes with these!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507415333, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1783254, "authorName": "Crazyas00", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazyas00/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Maeter : They air dropped these into the jungle?! Did they drop your Uncle first? So he could clear a space? Please send my respects to your Uncle!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1507415703, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1783266, "authorName": "Maeter (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "They did air drop them. If you google cars in the collection of the Royal Army Museum in Brussels, you will see one, on a palet, lots of foam everywhere and I think three parachutes.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507416938, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1783402, "authorName": "gel69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gel69/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "would be interested in the French manuals if new owner wants to part from it. Merci beaucoup.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507430936, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1783517, "authorName": "horselesscarriage", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/horselesscarriage/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "....cool vehicle. Makes me want to see old re-runs of The Rat Patrol....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507455482, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1783553, "authorName": "KnoxHarrington", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/knoxharrington/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dersu\nThanks. When I typed it I was thinking of Uncle Pierre & his old brass church key from the Piedboeuf brewery.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507464315, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1784473, "authorName": "Rickyrover", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickyrover/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yes, the Land Rover Series 1 club and forum is great help to owners! I also use Pangolin 4x4 to source parts and advise from Series One guru Ike Goss!! He really knows these trucks!\nhttps://pangolin4x4.com/home", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507562511, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1784973, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That Pangolin clan are great. Many a part have been gotten from them.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507577587, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1786517, "authorName": "JLTMI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jltmi/", "bidAmount": 13250, "content": "$13,250 bid placed by JLTMI", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507650693, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1788111, "authorName": "spenny", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spenny/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is going cheap. I wish I had some spare dosh and could get in the game. Gorgeous little truck.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507674672, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1791204, "authorName": "flannerys", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/flannerys/", "bidAmount": 13500, "content": "$13,500 bid placed by flannerys", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507810887, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1791329, "authorName": "Detroitburb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/detroitburb/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by Detroitburb", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507815410, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1791447, "authorName": "RipM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ripm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "when making a regular Land Rover fender requires just too much fancy-dan metal forming equipment.......", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507818934, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1791652, "authorName": "GriffSC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/griffsc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "me thinks me hears our wagonboy coiling...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507824523, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1791723, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@GriffSC\nwill see....;) I am checking with my parts guy in the U.K on a couple things available etc. not to show my cards.But I use my Rovers so I need to know certain things can be replaced. and since I never had or know too much about these I need to check on available etc etc. I know I want this just need to make sure I can USE it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507826750, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1791758, "authorName": "Maeter (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don't forget that the car will also come with two large boxes full of parts! I know there are quite a few brakes related ones, as well wheel bearings, points etc.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507828001, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1791780, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Maeter\nare they replaced parts that were kept because they were once on the truck. ( i keep anything that was replaced including filters and drums etc. or are they dead stock (new) parts? I literally keep EVERYTHING that comes off any of my rovers, but doesn't mean I can put them on another Rover. that would help in my decision to stay in this game.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507829004, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1791815, "authorName": "Maeter (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There are a few like that (previous owner had a modern set of driving lights installed which I took off, as well as a second \"pig tail\" on the front bumper), but the majority are extra parts which came with the car when I purchased it. The brake shoes for example are in their box. I could take pictures if you want and see if BAT would have enough time to put them up.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507830190, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1791816, "authorName": "Crazyas00", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazyas00/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@WAGONBOYTD : You are hopeless.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507830201, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1791868, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Maeter\nthanks, got it. ;)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507831318, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1791872, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Crazyas00\nyou got that right.. I just love my rovers so much. don't tell my Benz's. Id say the same thing if we were talking about Benz's, not to tell my Rover's", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507831484, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792325, "authorName": "brianshurst", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brianshurst/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This needs to increase in price otherwise I am seriously considering bidding. This presently is a mile cheaper than a standard Series 1 in the UK.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507838301, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792393, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@brianshurst\nI would say about 3 miles or 4.8 kilometers than a series 1 in the UK .", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507838740, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792399, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "cheap as chips as the saying goes", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507838764, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792528, "authorName": "brianshurst", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brianshurst/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is there a reserve on this item ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507839734, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792534, "authorName": "Maeter (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yes, there is.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1507839776, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792690, "authorName": "JLTMI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jltmi/", "bidAmount": 15250, "content": "$15,250 bid placed by JLTMI", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507840905, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1792702, "authorName": "JLTMI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jltmi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is this currently in Phillie?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507840961, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792703, "authorName": "Maeter (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yes.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507840976, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792699, "authorName": "bbhn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bbhn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here we go ... @Maeter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507840984, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792725, "authorName": "shallowguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shallowguy/", "bidAmount": 16350, "content": "$16,350 bid placed by shallowguy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507841383, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 1792733, "authorName": "JLTMI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jltmi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm not getting through..", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507841501, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792735, "authorName": "shallowguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shallowguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 10/12/17 for $16,350 to shallowguy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507841505, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 1792738, "authorName": "JLTMI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jltmi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was blocked.. too bad for seller.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507841521, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792742, "authorName": "Crazyas00", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazyas00/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "And the Minerva quietly drives away. Nice Buy.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507841586, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792744, "authorName": "Maeter (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you all for your comments and bids. I will forward my contact details to @shallowguy in the next few minutes. This was my inaugural auction on BAT and I have to say it was both fun and interesting.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1507841652, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792748, "authorName": "brianshurst", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brianshurst/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, that's a steal. And only just down the road from me. So tempted but divorce would soon follow as I already have one in the garage. I expected this to go for around $35,000", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507841689, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792751, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@shallowguy\ncongrats!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507841728, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792756, "authorName": "dersu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dersu/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@shallowguy\nI think you got a pretty nice unit at a very fair price.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507841803, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1792872, "authorName": "shallowguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shallowguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Look for this unit in the movies, being driven by bad guys in burnooses, then by bad guys in turbans, then by bad guys in....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1507843088, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1793012, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@shallowguy\nthis was chump changed compared to the shelby you are winning. so the parts will be a drop in the bucket for you.)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507844979, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1793215, "authorName": "GriffSC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/griffsc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Wagonboytd\r\nI'm sorry for your loss.\r\n\r\nHelluva deal, Shallow! Movie rig, huh?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507847527, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 1793291, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@GriffSC\nits pretty awesome perfect for movies. I am sure if someone is in the business they have mechanics who can work on this, it was a little above my knowledge, My UK guy said without seeing the chassis and suspension, it might not be good for me part wise. But it is a BEAUTIFUL truck and am very envious.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1507848630, "type": "comment"}]