[{"id": 17666116, "authorName": "bimmer883", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bimmer883/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "USD $1,000 bid placed by bimmer883", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747335844, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17666226, "authorName": "KenHenderson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kenhenderson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Damn!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747336194, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17666355, "authorName": "jrho", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jrho/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bat \"The 15\u2033 four-spoke steel wheels are mounted with 205/50 front and 225/50 rear Toyo Proxes R888 tires\". Definitely aren't four spoke steel wheels on this one!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747336477, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17666449, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice eye @jrho Thank you.\n\n-BaT", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747336705, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17667870, "authorName": "Silversmith47", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/silversmith47/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Super clean coupe!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747340826, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17669794, "authorName": "LamboLover77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lambolover77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "YAY! Soon It'll be just like Initial D", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747348233, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17669845, "authorName": "djROM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/djrom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow! Clean coupe. Looks brand new with all the body and paint work done. I would if I had more garage space and money \ud83d\ude2d", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747348697, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17670560, "authorName": "SwissMovement", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swissmovement/", "bidAmount": 1111, "content": "USD $1,111 bid placed by SwissMovement", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747355373, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17670840, "authorName": "Crz2025", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crz2025/", "bidAmount": 2000, "content": "USD $2,000 bid placed by Crz2025", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747358719, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17671297, "authorName": "MrBombastic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrbombastic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What does this mean specifically? Does it apply to non-California buyers? \"The car has not been inspected by the Bureau of Automotive Repair, and cannot be sold to an in-state private-party buyer.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747364970, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17671393, "authorName": "JamesEracer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jameseracer/", "bidAmount": 2400, "content": "USD $2,400 bid placed by JamesEracer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747366785, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17671724, "authorName": "desicar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/desicar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Toyota's golden era!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747377270, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17674284, "authorName": "Qhua", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/qhua/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MrBombastic, most likely means it will not be street legal so you can not register it to drive, only to own and take to car shows etc. Or operate off road like at race events on a trailer.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747415457, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17676257, "authorName": "JudgeEverything", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/judgeeverything/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "USD $5,500 bid placed by JudgeEverything", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747421772, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17681781, "authorName": "Wob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oh man the original monster is live! Now, now one says you need to drive it like a lunatic, but buy if you do, it is just PERFECT! All the revs and all the slideways action you could want. Nothing more fun then a massive grab of ebrake handle at entry! LOADS of fun on this legendary car and NO RESERVE!!!\r\n\r\n@MrBombastic It will not pass smog in CA as it sits, so will require either the usual out of state title or actual out of state buyer or CA dealer to buy\r\n\r\nWhile this is a long post, it is worth the read not only to educate, but to create the best, most\u00a0enjoyable and frankly\u00a0fun auction experience here on BaT.\u00a0 After selling well over a thousand cars here on BaT, we see a lot of the same questions and requests, so the hope is to make a post that helps smooth out some of those questions below before they are asked.\r\n\r\nFirst and\u00a0foremost,\u00a0be sure to hit the |\u2606 Watch | button above to be kept up to date as we add more pictures and videos.\u00a0 We like to add them throughout\u00a0the auction and with everyone's busy lives, it is easy to miss an auction end!\u00a0Be sure to schedule your PPI early as spots can fill up fast!\r\nNext, a note for all bidders or potential bidders.\r\nPlease don't be a stranger!\u00a0 Use the Contact Seller button to reach out to say hello!\u00a0 We love hearing from our bidders or would be bidders.\u00a0 Not only to put a name to a screen name and chat, but also to answer any questions.\u00a0 That's what we are here for.\u00a0 But especially if you are bidding we encourage an email just to even say \"Hi, I'm John and I'm bidding!\"\r\n\r\nHow It All Works \r\nFirst, for any newcomers certainly read this links, but even worth reviewing for old timers; the How it Works section https://bringatrailer.com/how-bat-works/\u00a0and be sure to note the FAQ link on the page too!\u00a0\u00a0\r\n\r\nPhotos and Videos \r\nNearly every auction we see questions about various aspects of photos. Some common questions/statements with our thoughts below:\r\n\r\nI Need Outdoor Shots!\r\n\u00a0Not to worry, we add outdoor to nearly every auction of ours, so if you do not see them in the gallery below yet, make sure that Watch button above is clicked!\u00a0 But in most cases they are in the gallery too.\u00a0I think it's worth mentioning as there is usually someone who asks about the merits of studio vs outdoor and there are pros and cons to each. We have found that the indoor light is quite a lot better at showing actual condition. I think there is an idea that somehow the indoor shots hide flaws when it is really quite the opposite. The indoor lights will show a fly\u2019s eyelash left on a car and we spend quite a bit of time on every car making sure that they are prime time ready. The light is more consistent and because it's controllable, it allows for pictures unaffected by clouds, time of day, angle, background and more. Outdoor shots have their place for sure and with certain paints can show off the flip/flop of pearls and highlight some colors more, but with the sun creating shadows and highlights, creates incredibly inconsistent shots that often times hides condition or hyper exaggerates it. We like both and we generally show both, but I definitely like sharing the experience of us having photographed thousands and thousands of cars that the studio makes for a more truthful environment for condition in most scenarios.\r\n\r\nDo you Photoshop your Pictures? \r\nWe do not retouch any flaws on cars in post-edit or photoshop nor add filters. We spend a ton of time and effort in making the cars not only photo ready but employing insanely talented photographers that take wonderful looking and accurate photos.\u00a0 In general, the only thing that we will edit is the shadows of the background to adjust darker or lighter in order to more effectively make the focus on the car.\r\n\r\nVideos\r\nIf you do not see videos yet, don't worry.\u00a0 Like outdoor photos please note the same as above and we add more content throughout even down to the last days.\u00a0 Most all cars we upload both a drive and walk around and sometimes more!\u00a0 So hit the Watch button!\r\n\r\nDoes the Car Come with \"_____\"? \r\nWe post everything we have on the car in the gallery: accessories, keys, car covers etc.\u00a0 We post records as we have them and be sure to check the Carfax for additional info", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747450853, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17681783, "authorName": "Wob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Inspections\r\nWe welcome all inspections and encourage bidders to set up any in which they like!\u00a0 The time to schedule inspections is during the auction period, not after, so please be sure to reach out early to schedule your in-person or 3rd party inspections.\u00a0 One of the best things about BaT is their unbelievable reach, but that also means that slots for viewing can fill up fast!\u00a0 Also note all cars unless otherwise noted are being sold as-is and no warranty.\u00a0 We do our best to understand and vet every car as well as express all that we know, but this does not mean even the most reliable car is infallible.\u00a0 Cars are as close to living breathing things out there!\r\n\r\nCarfax \r\nCarfax is a nice tool, but a reference at best.\u00a0 It is in no way a complete picture of a car and accuracy of information can vary.\u00a0 This varies from simple and obvious typos to missing info to complete erroneous entries.\u00a0 Also most dealers and shops in SoCal do not sell their info to Carfax, so a missing entry for service does not mean no service.\u00a0 The best advice is to use a combination of common sense and personal due diligence.\u00a0 We are collectors and buyers as much as the next guy so we use the same basis in buying.\r\n\r\nBidding and Winning!\r\nThis is an important one!\u00a0 First, some tips!-Be sure to reach out via the Contact Seller button above with ANY questions you may have.\u00a0 We love to answer questions, but also please note, often the volume is substantial, so please be patient\u00a0if it takes a day to respond.\u00a0 We are on PST as well as a consideration.\u00a0\u00a0-Be sure to schedule any inspections you desire prior to bidding-Please review the entire gallery, read the full ad and full comment section-Be sure that your credit card is up to date with BaT\u00a0-The timer will reset for an additional 2 minutes for any bid made under the 2 minute mark. No need to show us how good (or bad) your WiFi is, so bid with enough time left!\r\nWAY too many auctions are ending with folks not refreshing their pages or waiting until 0:01 sec to bid only to lose out!\r\n-Refresh occasionally\r\n-Bid at 2:00 or more!\r\n\r\nPlease enjoy the bidding process!!!!!\u00a0 It is a huge part of the fun!\u00a0 But also please take bidding seriously!\u00a0\u00a0-DO NOT BID if you do not have pre-approved or readily accessible funds!\u00a0 We are partners with both Woodside Credit and Leasing and happy to provide rates not seen on the \"street\"!\u00a0 Use the Contact Seller button above to reach out!-DO NOT BID if you are just trying to entertain yourself and have no intent on winning.\u00a0 The auction price may end lower than expected!-DO NOT BID if you have not read the ad and thoroughly reviewed the gallery!\r\n\r\nBoth BaT and we take this very seriously and do not enjoy or tolerate non-paying bidders.\u00a0 We are not a faceless corporation with unlimited money.\u00a0 We are a business which relies on a return on the massive outlay of capital and time to pay its employees, bills and of course to support our families like most all other\u00a0folks.\u00a0 Please enjoy bidding and buying ONLY when you are ready to own a new car.\u00a0\r\nPlease note, space is always at a premium.\u00a0 We offer 2 weeks of free storage post auction and charge a very reasonable rate thereafter.\u00a0\r\n\r\nTitles/Tax/Registration\r\nWe are a CA retail dealer, regulated by the state.\u00a0 Any private buyers who reside in CA and choose to register their cars in state will be charged CA state tax, and lucky for them we handle all the paperwork and smog (where applicable) for them!\u00a0 Buyers in all other states; we do not need to collect any taxes or fees.\u00a0 We do not charge any documentation fees.\u00a0 Titles are sent via FedEx Express after payment and paperwork is processed. AZ buyers: every auction we get an enormous amount of emails and calls asking if we can sell privately so you do not need to pay tax.\u00a0 We are a retail dealership and sell as such so please plan your bids and finances accordingly.\u00a0\u00a0\r\nPlease note: 2025 California DMV rule changes now make sales to out of state LLC's much more difficult to process for CA retail dealerships such as ourselves.\u00a0\u00a0As such we will happily sell to any out-of-state LLC:-who titles as an LLC which holds a dealer license\u00a0or-who titles as an LLC and allows us to directly set up and facilitate shipping, (at the buyer's cost) to an out-of-state address\r\nCommenting\r\nWe LOVE the comments and the comment section!\u00a0 We love the knowledge, the discussion and the banter!\u00a0 We highly encourage informed and kind discussion and like being part of it too.\u00a0\u00a0But be sure to note the comment rules to make sure your comment does not get flagged by other members or BaT:\u00a0https://bringatrailer.com/commenting-rules/\r\n\r\nBest of luck to the bidders and enjoy!\u00a0\u00a0", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747450869, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17681840, "authorName": "MrBombastic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrbombastic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you for the clarification @Wob I am an intrested out of state private buyer.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747452543, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17682097, "authorName": "MasterDebator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/masterdebator/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is really special.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747459578, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17682098, "authorName": "MasterDebator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/masterdebator/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "USD $6,000 bid placed by MasterDebator", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747459588, "type": "bat-bid"}]