[{"id": 15243272, "authorName": "Dollycat3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dollycat3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely stunning \ud83d\udc4cincredible provenance, love the original color combo\ud83d\udc4cso very sexy and elegant \ud83d\ude2e", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1723415148, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15243274, "authorName": "HPLM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hplm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car, ugly tail pipes, noisy engine", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723415165, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15243281, "authorName": "dsiegel61", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dsiegel61/", "bidAmount": 1961, "content": "$1,961 bid placed by dsiegel61", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723415314, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15243292, "authorName": "HPLM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hplm/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by HPLM", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723415425, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15243295, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi Everyone!\r\n\r\nIt\u2019s our pleasure to present this beautiful 1961 Maserati 3500 GT, another listing marketed through CLASSIC.COM. We offer a concierge vehicle marketing program for sellers \u2013 combining our extensive reach, detailed photography, and full-disclosure approach. In the event you\u2019re the winner, we assist throughout the entire process. We\u2019ll handle the paperwork and assist with logistics if necessary.\r\n\r\nBefore I forget, make sure you hit the \u201cBell\u201d next to our seller name and follow us. We always have some cool stuff being listed.\r\n\r\nI check my email and listings frequently throughout the day so feel free to ask questions and I will get you an answer as quickly as possible.\r\n\r\nBest of luck to all of you!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1723415480, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15243349, "authorName": "Caymanorcarrera", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caymanorcarrera/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Big old vintage Italian coupe with a straight six\u2026\u2026\u2026..so timeless and seductive \ud83e\udd70", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1723416130, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15243412, "authorName": "BBK", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bbk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car, beautiful tailpipes, loud engine \ud83d\ude4f\u2026..thank god for cars like this! (point/counterpoint).", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1723416999, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15243430, "authorName": "Maserati05", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maserati05/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "When and why were the chrome strips on top of the rear fenders removed?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723417191, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15243453, "authorName": "Maserati05", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maserati05/", "bidAmount": 25250, "content": "$25,250 bid placed by Maserati05", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723417588, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15243514, "authorName": "sludgo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sludgo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@HPLM: Really?! And you're bidding on it? I can't understand why you'd think about doing that when....oh wait........\r\n\r\n;^)", "likes": 12, "timestamp": 1723418438, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15243728, "authorName": "Bellrestoration", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bellrestoration/", "bidAmount": 70000, "content": "$70,000 bid placed by Bellrestoration", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723421663, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15244029, "authorName": "Damage98", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/damage98/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a stunner. That body. That greenhouse. That interior. That engine bay. I would do awful things to have one of these.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723425680, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15244142, "authorName": "doobes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/doobes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "While Cagliari is technically in Italy, it's perhaps more accurate to say that it is in Sardinia.\r\n\r\nIt's a lovely place", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723427603, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15244346, "authorName": "Hippalus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hippalus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice to see that Irish leather featured in this car. Connolly leather is hard to beat and it looks exceptionally good in this elegant Maserati. I'd be interested to know more about the \"various panel repairs\" the car underwent before receiving a repaint.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723430629, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15244657, "authorName": "GDogg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gdogg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Magnificent 3500GT!\r\n\r\nBellissima!\r\n\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723437691, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15244828, "authorName": "boaboyoz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boaboyoz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This Tipo 101 is magnifique\r\nStunning build - GLWYA!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1723454749, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15244954, "authorName": "ButWhatDoIKnow", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/butwhatdoiknow/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful automobile!\r\nSimple yet elegant.\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723462034, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15245044, "authorName": "Synwildcat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/synwildcat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "IMO this is one of the most beautiful cars ever made. Personifies \u2018\u2019La dulce vida\u201d", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723464640, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15245302, "authorName": "schigh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/schigh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "damn leaf blowers and metal plates on the streets - you gotta get this thing out of the city", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723468325, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15245387, "authorName": "curated", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/curated/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "La dulce vida is a dessert @synwildcat. La dolce vida represents a celebration of life's pleasures, embracing a leisurely and indulgent approach to living. The phrase gained popularity and recognition through Federico Fellini's iconic film \"La Dolce Vita,\" released in 1960\u2026. \r\nThis car may be both\u2026.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1723469280, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15245767, "authorName": "TheOMDude", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theomdude/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hmmm. Let\u2019s see. Giugiaro and Gandini at Bertone. Tom Tjaarda at Ghia and Pininfarina, Giovanni Savonuzzi (Don\u2019t you just love saying that out loud) and Fioravante at Pinin Farina and Pininfarina. Carrozzeria Touring had a list of designers, none whom are familiar to me. Anybody out there know who was responsible for this design?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1723472911, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15246074, "authorName": "FrankieLambrusco", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/frankielambrusco/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is the right car in the sires to have, fitted just the way one would want it. Webers, Wires, Sport seats, fog lights, cross section exhaust.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723475502, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15246275, "authorName": "johnnyb11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnnyb11/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Really pretty car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723477133, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15246550, "authorName": "BFillion4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bfillion4/", "bidAmount": 72500, "content": "$72,500 bid placed by BFillion4", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723479107, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15246779, "authorName": "tripleblack", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tripleblack/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TheOMDude:\r\nmethinks that would have been Carlo Felice Bianchi Anderloni, creator of some of the most finely balanced designs of the post-war era.\r\nJust look at how Touring kissed the David Brown Astons awake with their DB 4 - which some say is a fastback version of this Maserati.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723480824, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15246971, "authorName": "Gettin_old", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gettin_old/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One of the best looking grills out there! Always loved these Masers.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723481983, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15247173, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A driving video on an expressway would help. Viewing not only the road but also gauges and steering wheel to show any vibrations, and straight steering and going thru the gears shifting. Thanks", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723482946, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15247344, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A few better pictures of the underside with the car on a lift would be instrumental in assisting with helping bidders better see what they are bidding on . Thanks....", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723483533, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15248926, "authorName": "TheOMDude", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theomdude/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@tripleblack. Sounds right. Thanks. If he was indeed behind the Touring Astons, double kudos. I\u2019ve been fascinated by the DB Aston Martins since before the 007 hysteria, when Roy Salvadori, Shelby\u2019s co-driver in his 1959 Le Mans win, posted the first 0-100-0 test in Road & Track.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723488183, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15249395, "authorName": "TheOMDude", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theomdude/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These cars had a significant performance advantage over the contemporary Ferrari 250GT by Pinin Farina. A half liter advantage in displacement translated to 253 pound feet of torque v 194 for the 250GT\u2019s three liter V12. Twelve cylinders will always trump six in the collector car market, but disc brakes up front and thirty percent more torque sounds like a winning combination on the road.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1723489425, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15250276, "authorName": "mikey69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikey69/", "bidAmount": 75000, "content": "$75,000 bid placed by mikey69", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723492167, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15250702, "authorName": "aerobat3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aerobat3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@curated- I've seen La Dolce Vita many times. One of the greatest films ever made. But ironically, the lead character played by Marcello Mastroianni was driving a TR 3.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723493392, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15253032, "authorName": "ronst", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ronst/", "bidAmount": 85501, "content": "$85,501 bid placed by ronst", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723501916, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15253129, "authorName": "Fisher", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fisher/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cigar lighter, front and center! Those Italians smoked a lot in 1961 :-)\r\nGLWTA.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723502836, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15255000, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you for the bids, positive comments and questions. @Maserati05 @Hippalus \r\n\r\nThe owner's friend is assisting with the sale, as he has intimate experience with these cars. He previously worked for the East Coast's Maserati importer/dealer, Bob Grossman, and states that he has seen 3500 GTs with and without the chrome rear fender strips. He said that the owner has not been involved in any accidents. The owner's friend remembers unboxing these cars at the port and they sometimes already had paint defects due to the climate/shipping. Bob Grossman's dealership would offer buyers paint warranties to ease their concerns. It's possible that this vehicle did not have a high quality paint job from the factory, which was corrected during the early 90's restoration.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723526669, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15255029, "authorName": "TDR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tdr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This 3500 had Borrani Disc Aluminum alloy wheels. Are those included with the sale?\r\n\r\nThank you.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723528039, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15255878, "authorName": "Maeter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Could you expand on the history, especially number matching engine and gearbox? It says \"repaint\", can we assume the car is in its original, as produced finish? When was it imported to the US and do you have any service records? I am assuming no tool and jack kit?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723557186, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15258094, "authorName": "SPB11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spb11/", "bidAmount": 87000, "content": "$87,000 bid placed by SPB11", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723570370, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15259448, "authorName": "TheOMDude", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theomdude/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ferrari 250GT Columbo V12: World Mfr. Championship GT in the Testa Rossa. Maserati 3500 straight six: based in the 250S that propelled Fangio & Moss to multiple Formula 1 victories in \u201856 & \u201857. Nice Credentials.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723574141, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15261296, "authorName": "tripleblack", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tripleblack/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Friends own a 250 GTE Ferrari and a 3500 GT Maserati (Spyder) which were swapped around when meeting. I can attest from personal first-hand experience that the feral and exciting Ferrari V12 only ever wakes up above 4'000 rpm, while you can surf on a tidal wave of torque seemingly from idle with the Maserati's big six.\nGetting in touch with your inner hooligan to access the Ferrari's rewards is a stimulating but slightly hectic experience. \nMaybe I'm just getting old, but driving in the real world I find the Maserati's bottomless thrust far more rewarding.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1723579554, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15266151, "authorName": "mikey69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikey69/", "bidAmount": 90000, "content": "$90,000 bid placed by mikey69", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723608090, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15266152, "authorName": "SPB11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spb11/", "bidAmount": 100000, "content": "$100,000 bid placed by SPB11", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723608128, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15266681, "authorName": "BFillion4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bfillion4/", "bidAmount": 102500, "content": "$102,500 bid placed by BFillion4", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723634793, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15269009, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Maeter Here is the owner's friend's response: In regards to the original color combination of 3500 GT 101.1200, I do not know. In regards to the engine and transmission having matching numbers, I believe they are original to car 101.1200. This particular car does not have disc wheels or the tool kit you ask about.\r\n\r\nThis 3500 GT was purchased out of the car collection of Peter Pollet, a renowned Belgian art collector, by his fellow Belgian friend (the current owner), who is also an art collector/dealer. About 5 years ago, the current owner decided to import the 3500 GT as a beautiful sculpture for his mid-century modern home in L.A. FYI - I did see some import documents.\r\n\r\nI actually haven't researched what Maserati Classiche is available for older models like the 3500 GT (although I saw they do focus on later models), however that might be a good resource for the next owner.\r\n\r\nAttached is a photo of this vehicle from the Maserati 3500 GT online registry.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1723654406, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15270110, "authorName": "Maeter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maeter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well, I am also Belgian so maybe she will stay in the family. I think we should strive on confirming some of these details because they would make a difference to me as a matter of bidding? I would also politely ask for same dates with your statements, ie when was it purchased and through whom, a dealer or directly from Mr. Pollet (a name I do not recognize by the way) as the opening paragraph says \"bought\" five years ago, not shipped to the US? \r\n\r\nDoes the car come with any service records, at least over the last years that she has been in the US? \r\n\r\nI did see the picture from the registry but since it doesn't come with a date, we don't know if it was before or after restoration, although the steel wheels are present then.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723657838, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15270858, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Still waiting for answers to my request for pictures of underside and a high speed video to bid.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723660139, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15287776, "authorName": "boaboyoz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boaboyoz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rudy1952 with specific questions, be sure to tag the @seller directly, that way they get an email notification. Or, alternatively, you can utilize the Contact Seller feature, located in the top right corner of your screen", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723796103, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15287988, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you boaboyoz. What I requested from seller should benefit all bidders and on a car like this, it is a deciding factor.. PS by your user name, hope you are in Florida hunting BOAs.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723808975, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15288273, "authorName": "theforce88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theforce88/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car, good luck", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723813586, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15289871, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Maeter Please see the attached invoice from last September's annual service. Patrick, the owner of F&M Motorsports, said he would be happy to comment about the owner's Maserati 3500 GT, as would Antonio, the mechanic who performed the service on the Maserati. Their main phone is (310) 445-8956 and they are located in WLA.\r\n\r\nRegarding the history, this is what the owner has provided regarding the last 3+ decades:\r\n\r\nThe Masotti family (of La Perla fame) was the second owner. Then it came into the possession of Peter Pollet, a famous car/art collector in Antwerp, Belgian \u2013 it was Pollet who had the car restored in Italy over those 3 years, and that\u2019s how we have the photos of all the work. The current owner, who is also an art collector, knew Pollet and convinced him to sell him the 3500. It was imported approximately 5 years ago to be a beautiful rolling sculpture in his L.A. mid-century modern home's garage.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723825746, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15289906, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rudy1952 The seller's friend is working on getting the 3500 on a lift and filming a highway driving video before the end of the auction. \r\n\r\nYou are welcome to speak with Patrick, the owner of F&M Motorsports or Antonio, the mechanic who performed the service on the Maserati. Their main phone # is (310) 445-8956. They have had this Maserati 3500 on a lift and can speak directly on the condition.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723825939, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15291215, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks looking forward to seeing pictures and video to bid", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723830986, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15293966, "authorName": "TeMa123", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tema123/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"I actually haven\u2019t researched what Maserati Classiche is available for older models like the 3500 GT (although I saw they do focus on later models), however that might be a good resource for the next owner.\"\r\n\r\nThey do have -61 cars covered what comes to the build sheets as I do have those to my -60 model serial no 15xx and -59 model serial no 5xx. \r\n\r\nFor bidder, I ain't gonna bid for 3rd 3500 GT. Good luck, the winner is having fantastic memories to be accumulated over the next years", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723839013, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15296158, "authorName": "SPB11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spb11/", "bidAmount": 103500, "content": "$103,500 bid placed by SPB11", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723846540, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15298453, "authorName": "boaboyoz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boaboyoz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rudy1952 de nada.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723885080, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15299710, "authorName": "Zanny1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zanny1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great driving video for a great example 3500 GT. A gorgeous car. Hard to believe there have been three of these on BAT in the last month with bid prices all over the place. \r\nWould love to participate in this auction, but already have enough cars.\r\nGLWA. I would expect this car to bring 250K ++.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723908343, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15303344, "authorName": "secondinjune21", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/secondinjune21/", "bidAmount": 111961, "content": "$111,961 bid placed by secondinjune21", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723925241, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15303782, "authorName": "SPB11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spb11/", "bidAmount": 115000, "content": "$115,000 bid placed by SPB11", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723926880, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15303808, "authorName": "secondinjune21", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/secondinjune21/", "bidAmount": 119324, "content": "$119,324 bid placed by secondinjune21", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723926986, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15303910, "authorName": "SPB11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spb11/", "bidAmount": 130000, "content": "$130,000 bid placed by SPB11", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723927355, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15303974, "authorName": "secondinjune21", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/secondinjune21/", "bidAmount": 131961, "content": "$131,961 bid placed by secondinjune21", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723927566, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15303978, "authorName": "SPB11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spb11/", "bidAmount": 135000, "content": "$135,000 bid placed by SPB11", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723927582, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15304206, "authorName": "secondinjune21", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/secondinjune21/", "bidAmount": 140324, "content": "$140,324 bid placed by secondinjune21", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723928354, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15304396, "authorName": "SPB11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spb11/", "bidAmount": 143000, "content": "$143,000 bid placed by SPB11", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723928952, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15310317, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rudy1952 Here is a highway video demonstrating this 3500 GT's performance capabilities. I will post undercarriage photos shortly. We look forward to your bid(s).", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1724005795, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15311426, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rudy1952 Here are some undercarriage photos. More to follow:", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724010745, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15311739, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724014483, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15311744, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 144000, "content": "$144,000 bid placed by rudy1952", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724014504, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15312063, "authorName": "SPB11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spb11/", "bidAmount": 145000, "content": "$145,000 bid placed by SPB11", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724018063, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15313575, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here is a second highway driving clip, plus a look at the gauges:", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1724056679, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15316674, "authorName": "Silvaire", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/silvaire/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The speedo appears to be slightly optimistic, reading 190 kph (or 118 mph) when going slightly faster than LA traffic. \r\n\r\nA beautiful car regardless.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1724090295, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15321385, "authorName": "PorscheTeam", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/porscheteam/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice car!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1724104170, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15322233, "authorName": "Niedermohr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/niedermohr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very cool!\ud83d\ude00", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1724111369, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15323368, "authorName": "lbpa18", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lbpa18/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a beautiful car, the lines on this are timeless. And the back seat is what every 356 and 911 rear passenger wishes he was sitting in.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1724124236, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15323573, "authorName": "Stunt_Road", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stunt_road/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@classicdotcom - Can you please post detailed photos of the front of the engine looking straight down at either side of the coolant pipes where they are mounted to the head.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724128374, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15323792, "authorName": "TDR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tdr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm fortunate enough to own the twin to this 3500.....same colors options etc. These are very under rated and stunningly beautiful in both aesthetics and performance.\r\n\r\nA few items are incorrect and, to note them if one is going the concourse route:\r\n\r\nThe shift knob is incorrect.\r\n\r\nThe cabin ash receiver is incorrectly located.\r\n\r\nThe rear seat upholstery is not \"centered\" in the car. It is \"off\" to drivers side and isn't centered on the propeller shaft tunnel.\r\n\r\nThe air cleaner box is missing the FISPA maintenance decal, and the FISPA aluminum tag is missing.\r\n\r\nThe fresh air intake hose is incorrect material.\r\n\r\nThe front cooling scoop, located underneath the Trident, under the front bumper is missing, and a \"screen\" of some kind is in place of that.\r\n\r\nThe trident on the hood is incorrect for the year. (reproduction)\r\n\r\nThe exhaust system should be \"mill finish\" and not painted black, (very common error, even in Italy).\r\n\r\nThe petrol cap should be \"bright finish\".\r\n\r\n=== There are many correct things about this car, and it looks like a wonderful example and a very good driver. === I just wanted to point out some issues for the next owner to correct if needed, otherwise,...just smile and drive.\r\n\r\nBest of luck with the sale!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724140417, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15324073, "authorName": "D24B2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/d24b2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A backseat only Luitenent Dan could love!\r\n\r\nSeriously though, an absolutely gorgeous car! GTWA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724156266, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15324085, "authorName": "craZee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Silvaire 118 mph seems about right for flow of traffic through LA when it is clear LOL", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1724156475, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15324238, "authorName": "jmcnpapa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jmcnpapa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@craZee \r\nI was just about to say the same thing. Nothing like breaking a few laws while juggling a camera! I was waiting for the guy with the leaf blower to jump into the hedgerow!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1724158360, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15324312, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rudy1952 Here are the remaining undercarriage photos:", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1724159130, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15324775, "authorName": "mike_747", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_747/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "On the hiway video did the driver hit 200 kph or 120 mph? Glad no cops around...\n\n@Silvaire I think you are right - speedo error", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1724163956, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15325084, "authorName": "kodibear", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kodibear/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "200 kph is approx 120 mph... hmm", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1724166178, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15325274, "authorName": "CarCrzyTom", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carcrzytom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Today in the next 2 1/2 hours BAT is auctioning this Maserati 3500 GT and also a Ferrari 550. Two incredible Italian GT cars, separated by 38 years, same White over Red color scheme, perhaps the newer car has better paint. But, I must be showing my age; this car is immensely more attractive and captivating. It has a much greater story to tell. How is the other (currently) carrying such a higher bid-price? Perhaps this will sort out in the next 2+ hours...", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1724167658, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15325424, "authorName": "redfred47", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/redfred47/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is my favorite variant of these iconic, under-appreciated GTs; front discs, 5 speed where 5th is actually an overdrive, and Weber carbs. There were only about 2000 of these Touring bodies beauties, compared to zillions of Aston DBs. Yet the Maserati somehow suffers in the value department as of late. The cars are very similar, but with the Maserati 3500 GT have an all aluminum body! I have the very same rendition as this car, but with solid Borrani wheels instead of the wires. My car has been driven in a spirited fashion by me for some 20 years. I find it very comfortable (able to accommodate 6'+ drivers, and passengers) and bullet proof, requiring little to no fiddling beyond the usual oil changes. These are GREAT cars, and seem so very undervalued.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1724168790, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15325788, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Less than 1 hour to go on this stunning 1961 Maserati 3500 GT auction!\r\n\r\nPlease make sure you have a valid credit card on file so you don\u2019t miss out on bidding.\r\n\r\nRemember, sniping is not allowed on BaT, as the auction clock resets back to 2 minutes any time a new bid is placed in the final 2 minutes of the auction.\r\n\r\nGood luck to all bidders!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1724171431, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15325829, "authorName": "johnireland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnireland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As close as you can get to that wonderful time in human history, is with a car like this. Hair grows on your chest just sitting in it. Start the engine and you are carried back to a time when men were men, women were women, cars where mechanical, and 200 kph was more than fast enough when getting to your favorite Roman restaurant. Bella! GLWTA.", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1724171704, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15325836, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@CarCrzyTom @redfred47 Agreed! I am also a huge fan of these cars -- They are both elegant and perform well. \n\nWhen compared to Ferrari 250 GT prices, these 3500 GTs offer a huge value as stylish, vintage Italian grand tourers.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1724171785, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15326008, "authorName": "ronst", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ronst/", "bidAmount": 150251, "content": "$150,251 bid placed by ronst", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724172868, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15326015, "authorName": "SPB11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spb11/", "bidAmount": 151251, "content": "$151,251 bid placed by SPB11", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724172897, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15326185, "authorName": "secondinjune21", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/secondinjune21/", "bidAmount": 155324, "content": "$155,324 bid placed by secondinjune21", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724173783, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15326243, "authorName": "SPB11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spb11/", "bidAmount": 156324, "content": "$156,324 bid placed by SPB11", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724174005, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15326273, "authorName": "secondinjune21", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/secondinjune21/", "bidAmount": 160324, "content": "$160,324 bid placed by secondinjune21", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724174122, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15326299, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm extremely pleased to report that the RESERVE HAS BEEN MET! \r\n\r\nThis beautiful 3500 GT is selling today to the highest bidder!", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1724174203, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15326314, "authorName": "Hoppy18", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hoppy18/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Seller: Very kind of you to state that. GLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1724174272, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15326434, "authorName": "ronst", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ronst/", "bidAmount": 162251, "content": "$162,251 bid placed by ronst", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724174718, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15326473, "authorName": "Filthy_Phil", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/filthy_phil/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So this Maserati is actually going to change hands here today!! Cool!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1724174858, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15326503, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Everyone has a fair shot at this one -- Don't miss out!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1724174960, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15326514, "authorName": "ronst", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ronst/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 8/20/24 for $162,251 to ronst", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724175000, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 15326521, "authorName": "secondinjune21", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/secondinjune21/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well done.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1724175026, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15326524, "authorName": "CarCrzyTom", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carcrzytom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a cool ride. Enjoy this!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1724175029, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15326559, "authorName": "classicdotcom (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicdotcom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations to @ronst on their auction win! We will be in touch shortly.\r\n\r\nThank you to the other bidders and commenters -- This has been a fun auction!\r\n\r\nPlease Subscribe to our new listing alerts by clicking the \"Bell\" next to our username. \r\n\r\nWe have some cool vehicles currently at auction with many more coming soon!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1724175148, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15326609, "authorName": "johnireland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnireland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bravo to the new owner. Let the world see and hear it as often as possible.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1724175268, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15326619, "authorName": "Filthy_Phil", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/filthy_phil/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations @ronst!! I truly wish it were mine!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1724175310, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15326914, "authorName": "tlcamg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tlcamg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Right on @ronst- great addition to your fleet I bet..!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1724176173, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15327400, "authorName": "rudy1952", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rudy1952/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats to both buyer and seller . May the new owner enjoy to it to the max.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1724177489, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15329516, "authorName": "Hoppy18", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hoppy18/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Buyer: If they ever make an Italian version of \"James Bond\", you will have the car to lease to them...you will recoup your investment in the 1st week of filming! \r\nEnjoy and please come back here and share your enthusiasm after your 1st \"la dolce vita\" (as mentioned earlier) cruise and many compliments! Ciao for now...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724185847, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15331136, "authorName": "Bug36T57", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bug36t57/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I believe the winner is a dealer, not saying they wouldn't be interested personally. Never-the-less, I think they got a smoking good deal. When bidding, or just curious about an auction and its bidders, I look at their previous buy/sell histories. I always think if an apparent dealer is still \"in the hunt,\" it's most likely is still a good deal. Of course, a bidder's \"limits\" are all important.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724191730, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15331661, "authorName": "E.Bugatti", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/e.bugatti/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How does this go for ~$165K and an XKE doesn't sell for a quarter milion??!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1724193122, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15331770, "authorName": "Bug36T57", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bug36t57/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@E.Bugatti As a Jaguar owner I share your view on the visual appeal of the XKE. I believe is comes down not to one's thoughts on appearance but that of rarity. As mentioned previously, this car has rare vintage Italian cousins in Ferrari and Lamborghini GT's, that sell for much more.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724193672, "type": "comment"}]