[{"id": 2636749, "authorName": "needwheels", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/needwheels/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The wheels and tires look nice, but really fill up the wheel wells, any clearance issues?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540397942, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2636786, "authorName": "Norski1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/norski1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller- any pictures or explanation about the front end damage ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540398635, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2636891, "authorName": "Mellowd719", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mellowd719/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I want a girlfriend that drives an Esprit!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1540400639, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2637196, "authorName": "RobD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice colour combination. I think I prefer the look of the original rims, don't think the black does it any favours. Several nice improvements like steering wheel, BOV, RC injectors, adjustable upper rear links like V8. Timing belt is a blue Gates, so just due for replacement now.\r\n\r\nGLWTS", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540404843, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2637624, "authorName": "bsinnott911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bsinnott911/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"1,900 page manual.\" Bring a Binder.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1540409011, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2637713, "authorName": "J.B.2.1.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/j.b.2.1.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It's just me, I know, this is the best Espirt. That rear wing! I'd buy a whole car just to have that rear wing, it's the perfect location for a completely unknown reason other than to be cool. I'm down.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540409855, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2637771, "authorName": "stigpan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stigpan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I thought you were breaking a federal law if you de-install the cats -even if the car is exempt from emissions inspection. Is that true?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540410494, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2638183, "authorName": "Dagwood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dagwood/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This Esprit really looks great. It seems to have been well looked after ( mind-there\u2019s not many miles on it ) and I hope it finds a good home. I think this would be a good one to bid on....it just looks right....even ( or especially ) the interior looks great ! GLWTA.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540414514, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2638196, "authorName": "Dagwood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dagwood/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@stigpan\r\n\r\nIn Canada it is true - I would be breaking the law by removing the catalytic converter: but I \r\nam curious if it is the same in the United States. Possibly a state issue ?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540414665, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2638213, "authorName": "esprit888", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/esprit888/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A very rare color, BAT essentials and Blurb are incorrect, the VIN has an extra \u2018S\u2019 and the rear wheels on this Esprit are now 18 inch (fronts are 17) I notice the large engine undertray is missing, was it removed for the photos? From the looks of the interior the air bags were likely deployed during the frontal which would explain the change in color on the passenger airbag cover from cream to black as well as the steering wheel change (though that is a common upgrade) Seller, Does the SIR system go through its self test ok? And is the SIR light off after 10 seconds? The black wheels aren\u2019t my thing but that\u2019s a very personal and subjective comment. This is the late 1994 S4 (actually sold in 94 but shown as a 95 model year) It has the desirable upgrades from the early 94\u2019s which include the introduction of Brembo brakes, a new rear wiring harness, antenna relocation to name a few. With some TLC this could be a diamond in the rough as the color combo is exceptionally rare (with only 137 S4 cars imported into the U.S. its rare enough as it sits!) low mileage and a clean (though an Asterix re: the frontal) title. I may well be a bidder?", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1540414784, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2638367, "authorName": "esprit888", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/esprit888/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A correction on the production numbers below The 137 refers to the 94 S4, which is the year this car was manufactured, if it is confirmed as a 95 model year Esprit then the number imported to the U.S. was even less at only 82.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540415796, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2638589, "authorName": "miata32", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/miata32/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@stigpan\r\n\r\nSsssssssh", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1540417291, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2638985, "authorName": "Ian7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ian7/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@stigpan absolutely illegal in every state, regardless of whether or not there are periodic checks. If you live in a non-checking county, chances are you'd never get caught.... May or may not affect the number of bidders though.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540420939, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2639254, "authorName": "FunInTheSun", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/funinthesun/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Some of us live in a state that absolutely could care less about smog gear like cats and air pumps and stock cast iron manifolds. This car looks great. Don\u2019t expect Californians to bid unless they will title/register in another state, or never drive and add to a museum.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1540428488, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2639258, "authorName": "FunInTheSun", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/funinthesun/", "bidAmount": 5102, "content": "$5,102 bid placed by FunInTheSun", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540428561, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2639318, "authorName": "chargerbill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chargerbill/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The auction does note damage to the front due to a collision.\r\nWould the seller please elaborate?\r\nDid the air bag deploy?\r\nWas the damage repaired (I suspect the damage in the pictures are from the accident)?\r\nMay I get the estimate for the repairs?\r\nWas there additional damage underneath the body to the substructure?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1540429968, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2639494, "authorName": "Molez93", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/molez93/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Perhaps the seller will be able to jump in with details, but I'd be truly surprised if accident details are available given the number of sales/title hand-offs indicated (accurate or not) on the Carfax.\r\n\r\nI'd have no concerns about the cat delete, but maybe that's just me.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540434920, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2639578, "authorName": "MasterT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mastert/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Perhaps a video of the vehicle running, and a walk around, very curious to hear the exhaust note with the listed changes.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1540437987, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2639852, "authorName": "Rodewaryer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rodewaryer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Subjective comment on the wheels, sorry, as long as they are in view there isn't a good angle of this car, I calls'em as I sees'em. I think some are highly over reacting to the cat deletion...it's not illegal everywhere and I second FunInTheSun's comment. White leather really does require 'treading lightly' to wear well and though not awful, doesn't really match what one would expect of an 18K mile car and neither do the underside pics. Front trunk doesn't 'seem' to show any evidence of this front collision, thankfully, but this is just based on remote viewing the pics. I can't help but wonder how much one's impression of this car would benefit from being photographed with the original wheels....", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1540466083, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2640294, "authorName": "ckolony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckolony/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rodewaryer - someone could make a tidy few K here by winning the auction, switching the wheels, giving it a good detail, and immediately relisting it. Great car, though. Wish the engine rebuild on mine was finished. Soon, with luck. :(", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540478997, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2640540, "authorName": "FunInTheSun", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/funinthesun/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @rodewaryer. I appreciate the kudos.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540483289, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2640927, "authorName": "ChazThePhoenix", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chazthephoenix/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "1,900-page manual and invoices for services...... seriously?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540490873, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2643330, "authorName": "st8omind", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/st8omind/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rodewaryer I am pretty sure it is technically illegal to remove a catalytic converter in any state, because it is a violation of federal law. You may never get caught in a state that doesn't require emissions testing, but it is still illegal on a federal level. Just like marijuana is legal on a state level in many states but it is illegal on a federal level. And because banks follow federal law, all state legal marijuana sales are conducted in cash.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540530100, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2643332, "authorName": "st8omind", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/st8omind/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "But it is a cool car and making it smog compliant is very doable. Good luck with the sale seller!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540530176, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2643373, "authorName": "artshek", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artshek/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "$6,500 bid placed by artshek", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540534109, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2643432, "authorName": "Rodewaryer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rodewaryer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ckolony you and I both have the same wish regarding our cars being finished. Bet yours hasn't been with a shop 3 1/2 yrs though. So long in fact, I am near needing psychiatric help...ahem...moving on, your thought of turning this car isn't a bad one. Makes one wonder why cars aren't more thoroughly prepped before being submitted here.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540549118, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2644134, "authorName": "DB346", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/db346/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Aftermarket injectors and possibly wide band 02, is there a standalone ecu running things?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540569453, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2644467, "authorName": "bsinnott911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bsinnott911/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The stance of the car seems odd to me, especially at the rear, like it's up on tippy toes. Wheels are same size as stock so it can't be that. Maybe it just my eyes......", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540576488, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2644811, "authorName": "Surffly", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/surffly/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wheels look like OEM units off a V8TT car. \r\nCat can be an issue, but in many states the removal of the airbag is a bigger issue. \r\n\r\nWonder if it was removed after the wreck?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540580301, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2644833, "authorName": "esprit888", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/esprit888/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "bsinnott911\r\nWheels are not the same as OEM, the OEM wheels were 17's front and rear, this car has the later V8 OZ saturns on it which are 17 front and 18 rear.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540580462, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2644943, "authorName": "lawdog185", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lawdog185/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey, all. New to site as member, long time lurker. If this is against the rules, mods please remove, but... In searching for information about the '95 S$, and the difference between the S4 and S4S, I found a thread on lotustalk.com that had a poster whose car and location seem to match this car. There is an entire restoration thread on (I think) this car here: https://www.lotustalk.com/forums/f164/hussie-s4-123151/ Owner seems quite involved and knowledgeable. Again, apologies and remove if this is not kosher.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540581619, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2645020, "authorName": "rosta", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rosta/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "different BOV from stock isn't it? I see replaced samco type hoses, turbo heat wrap, intercooler pipe looks upgraded, the RC injectors etc - yes, is this running some aftermarket ecu? Other mods? The question is who did the mods, when and by who? track days? boy racer or lotus lover with deep pockets?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540582386, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2645923, "authorName": "veteran (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/veteran/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello,A little history on this car.Sellers late husband bought in 2013. Worked on it for next year new wheels,tires,cat,steering wheel etc. He also had five other Lotus cars he was working on. Then car sat for 3yr in garage. I started work last year.. I have driven it about 150 miles, and it is fun.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540589868, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2645936, "authorName": "veteran (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/veteran/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "needwheels I have driven car for 150mi, no rubbing that I noticed", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540589962, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2645959, "authorName": "veteran (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/veteran/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "sevenkerud1 Front end damage appears to be section 2x5in where paint is cracked", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540590094, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2645968, "authorName": "veteran (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/veteran/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "espriy888 under tray is in garage. sir system self test ok.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540590193, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2646016, "authorName": "veteran (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/veteran/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "chargerbill front end has paint cracked 5x2in. this has not been repaired. Was going to but thought I would make it look worse. You dont notice it unless you look hard. It is shown in pics. Air bag deploy? dont know. I have looked under front did not see anything bent.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540590786, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2646560, "authorName": "Erikl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/erikl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a 94, I will add that the lower front splitter is not original, but I like it and would like to know where it was purchased.\r\n\r\nAlso what adapter was used to install the momo wheel? I would like t install an aftermarket wheel.\r\n\r\nLove the color - I think I prefer the OEM wheels too. \r\n\r\nThese are fun cars to drive (very go kart like). I wish mine was a few months newer and had the Brembos like this car.\r\n\r\nAlso, these cars are pretty simple to work on and figure out. The manual referred to I believe is the official \"Service Notes\". A great manual that makes DIY a delight. Also there is several very active forums with knowledgeable owners who are happy to share their knowledge. \r\n\r\nThe down side for me coming from air cooled 911s is there is not a large used parts market because there are relatively fewer on the road.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1540602935, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2647836, "authorName": "95S4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/95s4/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The front splitter is original and correct for a 95 S4. While I like the upgraded wheel style, I would have them in silver. The original wheels look nice as well in silver, but it's all personal preference in the end right?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540671011, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2648112, "authorName": "esprit888", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/esprit888/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I agree, the splitter on this car is OEM, the BOV is not as no lotus Esprit was ever fitted with a BOV from the factory. I appreciate the sellers honesty regarding the Air bag deployment, take it that it has given the incorrect cover and anything else is a bonus. As the SIR self test functions correctly its very likely the passenger air bag replacement was from a used car and that the 2 ohm resistor is installed on the steering wheel connections to simulate an air bag presence, if it wasn't there the SIR light would not cycle and go out. Time to jump in.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540686748, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2648113, "authorName": "esprit888", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/esprit888/", "bidAmount": 12000, "content": "$12,000 bid placed by esprit888", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540686760, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2648169, "authorName": "artshek", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artshek/", "bidAmount": 12250, "content": "$12,250 bid placed by artshek", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540689777, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2648305, "authorName": "chargerbill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chargerbill/", "bidAmount": 12500, "content": "$12,500 bid placed by chargerbill", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540698536, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2648382, "authorName": "ProgressionD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/progressiond/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As an AE86 Corolla owner, just because these share the same taillights, I have to have one someday.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1540714445, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2651486, "authorName": "artshek", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/artshek/", "bidAmount": 12750, "content": "$12,750 bid placed by artshek", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540849691, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2653345, "authorName": "maxwell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maxwell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The number of well cared for esprits out there is dwindling. Unfortunately few ever make it to BAT to gauge the true value of them. I'd have a hard time pricing this...too many owners and stories. See what transpires", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540919452, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2653385, "authorName": "RedRacer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/redracer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "it is not illegal (federally) for you to remove cats or airbags from your own vehicle. it is only illegal for a professional \"entity\" to do it to someone else's car, i.e. dealer, shop, outfitter, tuner, ect...\r\n\r\nwhether it will pass inspection in your state is an entirely different issue. ..or whether you are liable, or covered by insurance...\r\n\r\nI live in a state that has no inspections of any kind. I can literally build a car from junk scrap in my garage and as long as it has headlights, taillights, brake lights, one left side mirror, a horn, and a self contained cooling system (catch can) it can be titled, licensed and insured. and because of the \"full faith and credit\" laws, my [made up for this conversation] vehicle is legal to drive in any state...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1540920343, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2653636, "authorName": "lawdog185", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lawdog185/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey, all...new member, posted a comment below on the 26th with a link to what I think is the build thread from the former owner of this car. Because it was my first comment, it got hung up and just went live...may be of help/interest to those bidding.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1540923831, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2653648, "authorName": "sensh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sensh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Real Esprits have four cylinders. GLWTA\r\n\r\nBy the way, how revealing that Lotus was still using 5-digit odometers in these in 1995. Reminds me of a comment a friend of mine made once, in reference to his S1 Esprit. I mentioned the poor fit of his front bumper and he said: \"Aw, man. If Chapman would have thought these cars would still be on the road forty years later, he would have made them even lighter.\"", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1540923935, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2655658, "authorName": "Dagwood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dagwood/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lawdog185\r\nThat\u2019s what my ex-wife said after she dumped me : Hey,all...new member,\r\nFH and GLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1540946936, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2655774, "authorName": "Jeff_knox", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeff_knox/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by Jeff_knox", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540950037, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2655962, "authorName": "Will88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/will88/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I live in CA which will fail you on emissions testing if you bring it in n the wrong day or get a tech who woke up to a bad morning. \r\n\r\nWith a full detail, that paint would absolutely look gorgeous. I've seen one that color all buffed out and polished to perfection. \r\n\r\nAs for the black rims, I thought that was an OEM 6 spoke O-Z design (in regular aluminum finish) used in later Esprits?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1540954983, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2656227, "authorName": "95S4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/95s4/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Will88 - I think you\u2019re right, that rim, or a very similar style was used on some V8s, but in silver.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540984946, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2656423, "authorName": "Aston.1991", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aston.1991/", "bidAmount": 16000, "content": "$16,000 bid placed by Aston.1991", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1540991798, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2656664, "authorName": "esprit888", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/esprit888/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lawdog185\r\nThanks for the link as it clearly shows the airbags deployed", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1540997550, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2657186, "authorName": "quattro574", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/quattro574/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I read through the Lotus Talk thread. The previous owner clearly loved this car. I hope this goes to someone who continues it's rehabilitation and loves it like the previous owner. Thanks to the seller for getting this out of the garage, finishing up some loose ends, and on to a new owner. I'm sure it wasn't easy for the family to let it go.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1541008216, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2657304, "authorName": "veteran (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/veteran/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "esprit888, thanks for the link. yes this is brians car", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1541009667, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2657345, "authorName": "ckolony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckolony/", "bidAmount": 16250, "content": "$16,250 bid placed by ckolony", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541010302, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2657358, "authorName": "dshincarsforu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dshincarsforu/", "bidAmount": 16500, "content": "$16,500 bid placed by dshincarsforu", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541010513, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2657374, "authorName": "ckolony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckolony/", "bidAmount": 17000, "content": "$17,000 bid placed by ckolony", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541010701, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2657384, "authorName": "dshincarsforu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dshincarsforu/", "bidAmount": 17250, "content": "$17,250 bid placed by dshincarsforu", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541010858, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2657389, "authorName": "veteran (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/veteran/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "still reading lotus talk thread. I have been contacted about current condition. The car runs and drives and everything works", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1541010926, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2657399, "authorName": "dshincarsforu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dshincarsforu/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not a car flipper. Always loved this car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541011022, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2657406, "authorName": "ckolony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ckolony/", "bidAmount": 17500, "content": "$17,500 bid placed by ckolony", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541011083, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2657415, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 10/31/18 at $17,500", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541011205, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 2657416, "authorName": "LeeJ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/leej/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "nice car. wish i could have bid on it. maybe next time.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1541011233, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2657476, "authorName": "Aston.1991", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aston.1991/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would like to contact the owner to see if we can work something out.... I'm not sure how to go about this???", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541012094, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2657507, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you everyone for your comments and bids. \r\n\r\n@veteran (The Seller) has been provided with @ckolony 's (High Bidder) contact info in the hopes they can reach a deal. We wish them luck!\r\n\r\n-BaT", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1541012390, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2657535, "authorName": "wohlmeyer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wohlmeyer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I wish I had seen this auction. I have owned a 1995 S4S for the past going on 10 years and this is the nicest S4 I have seen in a long time.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1541012770, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2657546, "authorName": "wohlmeyer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wohlmeyer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Axle seals look dry. Still has what looks to be the original factory front splitter. Leather looks used but in good condition. Upgraded fuel injectors. Updated Swirl Pot, Nice update with the BOV. This car should have sold for 25K+ not sure why Esprits do so poorly on BaT?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1541012986, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2658573, "authorName": "Bricklin2117", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bricklin2117/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "RNM nobody has enough love!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541021408, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2659574, "authorName": "bi-polar_with_cars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bi-polar_with_cars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@wohlmeyer - \r\n\r\nIMO, Esprits have some of the dangers of exotic ownership, but without the broad knowledge base of Ferraris and Astons, and that keeps folks from dipping their toes into the water unless they can test drive the car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541039908, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2660453, "authorName": "Greenmachines1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/greenmachines1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I wouldn't exactly say these do poorly here...\r\nOf the 37 auctioned here, 27 have Sold.\r\n\r\nI've loved these since Day 1, not only for their styling but also the fact my childhood hero (and admittedly present day hero) Bond, James Bond, drove these in two of his films.\r\n\r\nI still have the Corgi 'Wet Nellie' in my collection, missing one of the four missiles unfortunately. \r\n\r\nThe black rims on this do nothing for me,I prefer the factory silvers. \r\nBut if I was fortunate enough to own this, I'd put on the rims from the copper 1980 Turbo in 'For Your Eyes Only'. \r\nThey would look sharp with this Canyon Red.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1541088235, "type": "comment"}]