[{"id": 3083320, "authorName": "dierkens", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dierkens/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow. She\u2019s pretty", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1553618331, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083326, "authorName": "csimmeli", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/csimmeli/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice example. Someone is going to be very happy.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1553618450, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083332, "authorName": "performanceautogallery", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/performanceautogallery/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by performanceautogallery", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553618530, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3083341, "authorName": "bozman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bozman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'd own it in a heartbeat, love the floors and paint/originality", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553618690, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083379, "authorName": "TrevorSpeed", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trevorspeed/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by TrevorSpeed", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553619411, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3083382, "authorName": "craZee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Datsun Z cars go through more color changes than any car I know.\r\nThis looks great in silver. LEAVE IT ALONE!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1553619430, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083401, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the positive comments. I put it back to original silver even though the blue paint was in great shape. The one I drove in high school was silver.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1553619812, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083405, "authorName": "craZee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just looked at all of the pictures. This is a very nice example and should do well. The drivers door is missing the \"dovetail\" (I think that's what the triangle thingy is called)\r\nCool to see the front splash pan still in place.\r\nGLWA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553619936, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083415, "authorName": "Lonetreesteve", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lonetreesteve/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've always loved the silver/black combination on a 240Z. This car will do very well in the auction. Good luck to both the seller and the bidders, as I have a feeling a lot of people will be bidding on this Z.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553620214, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083423, "authorName": "ar1950", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ar1950/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking color combo. The blue also looked very nice. Going back to the original silver did let the owner a chance to see what was underneath the blue re-paint. Would love to get ahold of this car. GLWTA.\n\nCome on lucky lotto numbers!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553620365, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083499, "authorName": "R56JCW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/r56jcw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car! Is it my computer or are some of these pictures too dark to see the details?", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1553622042, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083510, "authorName": "thestig", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thestig/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How about some non instagram/petrolicious style photos of the interior and engine bay? You can't see any details... Show me more picture of the exterior like picture #13", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1553622201, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083517, "authorName": "StuckInTheMud", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stuckinthemud/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can you crush the blacks in your photos just a little more? I'm being sarcastic.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1553622266, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083557, "authorName": "Na_Kalohe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/na_kalohe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In photos 41 and 42, it appears the lower side of the passenger door is not aligned flush with the rear quarter panel. Is this correct? You can't see the seam in the lower side of the door with the rear quarter panel.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553622859, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083575, "authorName": "ThreePedalCollective", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/threepedalcollective/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To beat a dead horse. We need more real unedited photos.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1553623137, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083584, "authorName": "Haulgas", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/haulgas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Photographer, don't quit your day job.", "likes": 14, "timestamp": 1553623284, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083618, "authorName": "thestigsscottishcousin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thestigsscottishcousin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have known this man for 35 years and can honestly say he is a class A seller, he has sold many cars to my friends and family. Bid with confidence.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553623750, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083758, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If you look at the photos I took in the shop with my phone you can see how the panels line\r\nup. As far as the interior shots, we waited to late and the light was fading. I will try to get additional shots in the next few days. I am away from the car until then.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1553625013, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3083931, "authorName": "LB1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lb1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Do the tires rub on hard bumps?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553626275, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3084107, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@LB1 No rub at all.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553627556, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3084195, "authorName": "mogenz240z", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mogenz240z/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "chip827...beautiful Z....underside is well preserved and appears to be undamaged. Fix the rubber on the driver's side rear marker. Passenger door fit may just be an adjustment issue if the rubber seals have been replaced. Best of luck with the auction.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553628748, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3084312, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mogenz240z. Thanks! I had all the rubber replaced when they took the car apart and painted it. It fits well but the new rubber made it tight. You may be correct about adjustment.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553630014, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3084926, "authorName": "groceg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/groceg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is how they should look. The carbs and 5 speed , while not original, only make it better. Be nice to source a JDM walnut 5 speed shift knob. Can't tell if the dash is capped with the dark pics. Thank God the seller returned the color to silver to match the original paint left in jambs, under hood etc....Looks Gorgeous and the wheels are perfect :)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553634308, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3085142, "authorName": "mogenz240z", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mogenz240z/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "chip827.....if the door rubber is aftermarket and is the '73 style which combines the welting and the rubber seal into one piece it may be the culprit. I have done one of my Z's with the early 2 piece rubber/welting seal with a good outcome. The second Z is '73 style and is a problem. They need to be slammed shut....not a good solution!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553636080, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3085323, "authorName": "CBT3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cbt3/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I could have seen this exact car on Guam. I moved there in 1972 and shopped for a new car. The Datsun (at the time) dealer where this car was bought was sold out of 240Z's and all of the next few months' shipments were sold, too, so I bought a Mazda RX-3 instead. It seemed like a good idea at the time until the 1974 oil crisis when 16mpg became a real liability.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553639530, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3085368, "authorName": "VikingRV12", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vikingrv12/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Drivers seat needs new foam or new seat covers. I would have painted over the blue under carrage Terrible pictures of interior.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1553640622, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3085417, "authorName": "Richard_McDonell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/richard_mcdonell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Agree with VikingRV12 about the interior photography - needs far more light. But the exterior photos - just great! This guy can take pictures of my 240 any day. (actually , he can also take pictures of me - no telling what it do for my looks)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553641849, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3085458, "authorName": "PDXBryan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pdxbryan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That lead picture sure got my attention. Nice!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1553642843, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3085572, "authorName": "911fahrer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/911fahrer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As an previous owner of 4 of 5 240Zs over the years, this is a well done restoration well sorted with the right upgrades, e.g., wheels, 5-speed, etc. IMA I would replace/return the air filter and housing to the original style equipment. As previously mentioned, it needs better photos of an interior that by all accounts appears very nicely restored.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553645646, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3085594, "authorName": "Carcrazybuckeye", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carcrazybuckeye/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a great car and I should know I sold it to the seller 7yrs ago, back when it was blue. Awesome to see the transformation back to the original color.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1553646433, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3085603, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As requested additional photos of interior,(and two of exterior), have been submitted to BAT. They were taken with my crappy phone but the inside light will hopefully show what is needed. \r\n@vikingrv12 The undercarriage is detailed black. There is no blue anywhere. Seats are in nice shape.\r\n@carcrazybuckeye Great to hear from you. The car has been exactly as I hoped.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1553646698, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3085638, "authorName": "VikingRV12", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vikingrv12/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@chip827. My comments were based on your poor photos.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553647399, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3085703, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Additional photos have been added to the gallery", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553648982, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3085932, "authorName": "ChristopherS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/christophers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey, I lived on Guam from 1970 to 1974, when I graduated from high school and joined the Army. Good thing the car left when it did. With the generally poor rust proofing of that era (Hello, Rusty Jones and Ziebart) and the ever present salt air, poorly maintained cars turned in to \"Guam bombs\" ... rusty hulks. Good luck with the auction.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553655490, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3086192, "authorName": "4CAlfa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4calfa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Having owned a new '76 280Z, this cars makes me want to dip into the IRA and buy it. I would hot rod the motor to the tune of 200 plus hp and have a blast with it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553680470, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3087427, "authorName": "wadds71", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wadds71/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@chip827 (the Seller): Looks like the MSA header-back exhaust installed is one of their so-called \"twin pipe\" systems? I've wonder what they would sound like once installed. From the brief videos, I'd say they sound very nice -- strong, but without being too raspy. Is the header on the engine also an aftermarket unit, or is it stock? What kind of suspension equipment is installed? Has it been kept pretty stock, or does it have any aftermarket springs, struts, etc.?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553709514, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3087463, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@wadds71 I got the exhaust as a complete header back system from MSA with their header as well. I love the sound and fitment was easy. It sounds like my 240z vintage racer but not as loud. The suspension is stock but shocks/struts and bushings were replaced about 30k miles ago.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553709807, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3087642, "authorName": "DarkCloud", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/darkcloud/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by DarkCloud", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553711571, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3087928, "authorName": "groceg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/groceg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@chip827, Is the dash capped ? If not, does it have any cracks ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553714639, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3087996, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@groceg No dash cap and no cracks. It's to small to see with a photo thru the windshield but there are a few impressions above the fuel gauge pod where the windshield installer rested the new windshield installed when I had it painted. It is not cracked and hard to notice but I want to be transparent. It looks like you dug a few fingernails into soft vinyl at worst.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1553715339, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3088029, "authorName": "itsfred", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/itsfred/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is there a crack in the plastic panel around the choke handle? If so, I wouldn't be surprised - this is a problem area! Lovely car, GLWTA.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553715686, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3088053, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@itsfred Yes. There is a good image of it in the pictures.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553715851, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3088261, "authorName": "redbarrontrader", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/redbarrontrader/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This Z sounds GREAT!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553717912, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3088319, "authorName": "groceg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/groceg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@chip827, Nice...that's roughly 1 in a thousand on the dash.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553718559, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3088705, "authorName": "redbarrontrader", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/redbarrontrader/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Mission 1- Write googl calls to finance Z\r\nMission 2- Drive 8 hours to Percey Warner Park in Nashville to hear exhaust none bounce off sheer rock walls surrounding vicious hairpin. (reminder-twist and burn AFTER the hairpin turn)\r\nMission 3- Fabricate hull for Z to take a run up Hudson River to listen to sound bounce off Palisades. Should sound s good as the Scarabs opening exhaust cut-outs.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553721543, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3089079, "authorName": "ferran", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferran/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "During repaint was rust or damage repair done? Is there any bondo or other filler? Are there any mechanical issues? thanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553726377, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3089710, "authorName": "ehkcars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ehkcars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It looks like this car may have AC, does it?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553743454, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3090200, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ferran No damage or rust was on the car when I had it painted. I drive it fairly regularly\r\nand have had no issues to speak of. I had the shop that services all my cars(this one included) look it over and change the oil plus I installed a new battery since the old one \r\nwas 6 years old last week. I would drive it anywhere with confidence. \r\n@ehkcars it never had air and does not now.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1553780116, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3090727, "authorName": "jheck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jheck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This does not look like an AC car. You would be able to see the compressor under the front carb.\r\nHowever it is a very clean car! No rust in the battery tray or the rear hatch deck. Nice straight frame rails. GLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553788795, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3090814, "authorName": "DuffysRC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duffysrc/", "bidAmount": 10250, "content": "$10,250 bid placed by DuffysRC", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553790094, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3092934, "authorName": "bhiggs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bhiggs/", "bidAmount": 10500, "content": "$10,500 bid placed by bhiggs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553809532, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3094175, "authorName": "DuffysRC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duffysrc/", "bidAmount": 10750, "content": "$10,750 bid placed by DuffysRC", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553865446, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3095539, "authorName": "Bozoz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bozoz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice presentation of an outstanding car, I like the daylight/ evening transitions with the taillights turned on. @chip827 : the trained eye wants to recognize a 85mm f1.2 lense... am I right?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553886767, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3095656, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ Bozoz Thanks for the kind words. I really don't know much about cameras. A friend of my son's took the pictures for me.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553887975, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3096067, "authorName": "GarageChief", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garagechief/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any work done to the engine during your ownership?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553890447, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3096120, "authorName": "GarageChief", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garagechief/", "bidAmount": 11500, "content": "$11,500 bid placed by GarageChief", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553890676, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3096441, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ GarageChief Other than routine service none needed. About 30k miles ago records show top end rebuild.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553892550, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3098199, "authorName": "DuffysRC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duffysrc/", "bidAmount": 11750, "content": "$11,750 bid placed by DuffysRC", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553950316, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3098499, "authorName": "datsone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/datsone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For Z followers, it looks like this is another Z from outside the US that has the belly pan. Nice car ?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1553960442, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3099088, "authorName": "Cos270", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cos270/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Unrelated to this particular auction, but I have experience with the seller. I purchased an E36 M3 from him back in January of this year, and the whole process was everything I could've hoped for. I was an out of state buyer and he was very forthcoming with information and accommodating to any requests or concerns I had with the car and worked with me on scheduling a test drive; he even picked me up from the airport free of charge! He is an honest guy and I would not hesitate to do business with him again. Anyone interested in this Z should bid with confidence.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1553989382, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3099117, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Cos270 Thanks for the kind words. I am glad you are enjoying the M3. My 14 year old is still salty I sold \"his\" M3.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1553990812, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3099476, "authorName": "trent500s", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trent500s/", "bidAmount": 12000, "content": "$12,000 bid placed by trent500s", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554039900, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3099510, "authorName": "Daver74", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daver74/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How wide are the wheels?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554041440, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3099613, "authorName": "5LetterLover", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/5letterlover/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you for the walk down memory. Had one in the late 70\u2019s for 2+ years. Blue. The pics of the dash lights really hit me. Some visions just need a nudge backwards. Thanks for the nudge. I have a 5letter Rx7 right now. One of the cleanest today. But seeing this Z in this condition just gives me goosebumps. When the Japs came out with body style (we called em Japanese Jaguar\u2019s) I knew they nailed it. I don\u2019t know how you can let it go but the new owner will be elated. I live in the Raleigh area, just wish I could see it in the flesh before it leaves.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554045983, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3099761, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ daver74 15x7. @5letterlover Thanks. The shape is timeless. I, like you, also have a 1st gen rx7 so we have similar tastes.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554051976, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3099776, "authorName": "Daver74", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/daver74/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The wheels and tires look great with the stock suspension. I would like to get the same for mine. Any offset on the wheels? Thanks in advance for your help.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554052587, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3099979, "authorName": "5LetterLover", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/5letterlover/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If you\u2019re a member of the RX7 Club we should Connect. Mine got 2nd at DGRR in 17. I can\u2019t get over how clean the undercarriage of this Z is. The original SU\u2019s are impressive too. The YouTube video sounds glorious. If I had room I\u2019d make a bid but I just added a MX-5 to the clan.. Great choice of rims you made. Gives it a \u201cpanasport\u201d look. Bet you got them from Black Dragon before they closed for good. Licking my chops..", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554061902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3100033, "authorName": "danski", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/danski/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bozoz I'm the photographer. I was actually using a Sigma Art 50mm 1.4 for the exterior and a Canon 24mm 1.4 for the interior! I appreciate the kind words! Better timing on my part definitely would've displayed better results (especially on the interior) but I'm happy with how they came out!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1554065319, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3100295, "authorName": "tsiress", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsiress/", "bidAmount": 12500, "content": "$12,500 bid placed by tsiress", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554082531, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3100687, "authorName": "rjt100", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rjt100/", "bidAmount": 13000, "content": "$13,000 bid placed by rjt100", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554128163, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3101132, "authorName": "Pinkfloydflyfishsoccer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pinkfloydflyfishsoccer/", "bidAmount": 18000, "content": "$18,000 bid placed by Pinkfloydflyfishsoccer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554140515, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3101139, "authorName": "needthatcar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/needthatcar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Baller bid there by PFFFS. \nThis car will demand some more bids like that one, I'll bet.\n(michaeljacksoneatspopcorn.gif)", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554140722, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3101368, "authorName": "speedntktz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedntktz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@needthatcar now we\u2019re all gonna spend the next day wondering bout Michael Jackson eating popcorn. ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554143468, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3102975, "authorName": "Crazyas00", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazyas00/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fantastic 240Z!!! Love the color! It is ridiculously clean underneath. Lightly modded. I really like the Koenig wheels. Heck, I like these wheels on a lot of cars. It still amazes me that a tire of 225/50-15 even fits under the fenders. 5 Speed. This is a nice Datsun. It has been well cared for. Nothing wrong here. 240Z's Rule!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554165364, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3103217, "authorName": "FortLangleyBC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fortlangleybc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yeah no kidding, this car is very clean underneath. The suspension and sheet metal all looks rust free! Never see these cars like this here in the great north wet.\r\n\r\nVery nice - love the silver. GLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554173260, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3103399, "authorName": "fastbreak88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fastbreak88/", "bidAmount": 18250, "content": "$18,250 bid placed by fastbreak88", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554181931, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3103501, "authorName": "Corrado91", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/corrado91/", "bidAmount": 18500, "content": "$18,500 bid placed by Corrado91", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554203292, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3103668, "authorName": "MLHayes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mlhayes/", "bidAmount": 21000, "content": "$21,000 bid placed by MLHayes", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554211051, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3103692, "authorName": "SnidelyWhiptrash", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/snidelywhiptrash/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I know what I'll be watching in about 5 1/2 hours!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554211703, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3103704, "authorName": "Seangpcb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/seangpcb/", "bidAmount": 24000, "content": "$24,000 bid placed by Seangpcb", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554211897, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3103768, "authorName": "tsiress", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsiress/", "bidAmount": 24250, "content": "$24,250 bid placed by tsiress", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554213374, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3103891, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the Z lover's comments. I am around to answer questions. I have been fortunate\r\nto have owned some great car's and this is one of my favorites.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554215787, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104386, "authorName": "Kevinbriem", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kevinbriem/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "After inheriting my dads 81zx 2+2, now i know what a real Z should look like. This is better looking than a Daytona Ferrari for a fraction of the price.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554225686, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104401, "authorName": "Dreamer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dreamer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If your in the market for a nice 240Z, this appears to be the one you want.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554225876, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104833, "authorName": "legrand88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/legrand88/", "bidAmount": 24500, "content": "$24,500 bid placed by legrand88", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554230651, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104870, "authorName": "Tom_R.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tom_r.-user/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by Tom_R.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554230957, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104878, "authorName": "legrand88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/legrand88/", "bidAmount": 25250, "content": "$25,250 bid placed by legrand88", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231042, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104879, "authorName": "Pinkfloydflyfishsoccer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pinkfloydflyfishsoccer/", "bidAmount": 25500, "content": "$25,500 bid placed by Pinkfloydflyfishsoccer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231045, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104881, "authorName": "legrand88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/legrand88/", "bidAmount": 25750, "content": "$25,750 bid placed by legrand88", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231079, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104899, "authorName": "tsiress", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsiress/", "bidAmount": 26000, "content": "$26,000 bid placed by tsiress", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231330, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104902, "authorName": "legrand88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/legrand88/", "bidAmount": 26250, "content": "$26,250 bid placed by legrand88", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231434, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104905, "authorName": "tsiress", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsiress/", "bidAmount": 26750, "content": "$26,750 bid placed by tsiress", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231464, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104909, "authorName": "SCRAPPYDO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scrappydo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "oh man I just barely made it time for the fireworks... carry on folks. please!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1554231515, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104911, "authorName": "chris_lapinski", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chris_lapinski/", "bidAmount": 28000, "content": "$28,000 bid placed by chris_lapinski", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231535, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104914, "authorName": "tsiress", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsiress/", "bidAmount": 28500, "content": "$28,500 bid placed by tsiress", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231549, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104915, "authorName": "rjt100", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rjt100/", "bidAmount": 29000, "content": "$29,000 bid placed by rjt100", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231570, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104916, "authorName": "Kevinbriem", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kevinbriem/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Might we see 30?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231588, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104917, "authorName": "tsiress", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsiress/", "bidAmount": 29750, "content": "$29,750 bid placed by tsiress", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231592, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104920, "authorName": "eubie67", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eubie67/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I see it just around the corner", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231606, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104921, "authorName": "Drew510", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drew510/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Kevinbriem - easy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231612, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104922, "authorName": "craZee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "closer to 40 I bet", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554231621, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104923, "authorName": "rjt100", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rjt100/", "bidAmount": 30000, "content": "$30,000 bid placed by rjt100", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231655, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104925, "authorName": "tsiress", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsiress/", "bidAmount": 31000, "content": "$31,000 bid placed by tsiress", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231666, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104935, "authorName": "Redghost", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/redghost/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I really like these cars but CP. How high could these really go in the future?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231706, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104934, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "An absolutely beautiful car.\r\n\r\nThe worst car I ever owned was a new 1981 Datsun Maxima with a Diesel engine. After that experience, I swore that I would never ever own another Nissan product.\r\n\r\nHowever, this kind of Datsun could make me change my mind.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554231706, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104942, "authorName": "SCRAPPYDO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scrappydo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Redghost, how high did 911's get... these are in the same family as GTV's and 911s with awesome heritage and racing pedigree", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554231752, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104943, "authorName": "Drew510", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drew510/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mercuryman - those diesel engines are sought after now for the crank.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554231755, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104944, "authorName": "sting66", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sting66/", "bidAmount": 31250, "content": "$31,250 bid placed by sting66", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231767, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104945, "authorName": "GarageChief", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garagechief/", "bidAmount": 31500, "content": "$31,500 bid placed by GarageChief", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231778, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104946, "authorName": "tsiress", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsiress/", "bidAmount": 32000, "content": "$32,000 bid placed by tsiress", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231780, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104949, "authorName": "BudUSMC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/budusmc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These have been one of the top 5 future JDM classics voted for the last couple years and they are going up", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231802, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104950, "authorName": "StaBlur12", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stablur12/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Got my popcorn ready!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231803, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104951, "authorName": "eubie67", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eubie67/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@redghost These 240s are the OG of the Z's (\"post Fairlady\"). I think really clean examples have a great future.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231804, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104952, "authorName": "supercustomdeluxe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/supercustomdeluxe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Will it go to 40K?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231811, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104953, "authorName": "NSA7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nsa7/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The market has gotten strong on the 240z. Glad to see they are being appreciated.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554231813, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104955, "authorName": "Sunline", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sunline/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We need a knockout punch!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554231819, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104957, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@drew510\r\n\r\nNever had any problems with the Diesel engine.\r\n\r\nBut everything else was a problem.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231833, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104961, "authorName": "wesflorida", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wesflorida/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I loved my diesel 720. It's now down in Haiti somewhere", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231849, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104963, "authorName": "sting66", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sting66/", "bidAmount": 32250, "content": "$32,250 bid placed by sting66", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231871, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104966, "authorName": "tsiress", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsiress/", "bidAmount": 32750, "content": "$32,750 bid placed by tsiress", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231889, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104962, "authorName": "Lightfoot1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lightfoot1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mercuryman inherited the same car from my father-in-law. When I would accelerate people behind me but just be waving their hands because of all the black smoke. LOL.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231894, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104970, "authorName": "Redghost", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/redghost/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SCRAPPYDO turbos for sure are astronomical but Carrara\u2019s are in line with this and way (air) cooler.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231910, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104972, "authorName": "RoverMike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rovermike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WOW\r\nBringing the BIG money now!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231925, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104976, "authorName": "eubie67", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eubie67/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This crew needs to leave the orange '72 alone so I can get myself one of these.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231937, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104975, "authorName": "GarageChief", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garagechief/", "bidAmount": 33750, "content": "$33,750 bid placed by GarageChief", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231937, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104978, "authorName": "SCRAPPYDO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scrappydo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "cooler is subjective. I find them repetitive and not nearly as fun to drive as a Z", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554231942, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104980, "authorName": "kkrom", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kkrom/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I absolutely love that these 73's that have been getting so much love. Totally makes the series 1, 2, 3 debate pointless. A solid s30 is a good s30 regardless of which way the window defrosters are oriented!", "likes": 13, "timestamp": 1554231944, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104983, "authorName": "tsiress", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsiress/", "bidAmount": 34750, "content": "$34,750 bid placed by tsiress", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554231971, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104988, "authorName": "SCRAPPYDO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scrappydo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Plus a Z is easier to buy, easier to work on, cheaper to maintain, and every bit as quick. Has crazy tuning potential and timeless looks. With the exception of bragging, their is Nothing a Carrera has on a Z. I am shocked 911's have kept up with Z's.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554232042, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104991, "authorName": "sting66", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sting66/", "bidAmount": 35000, "content": "$35,000 bid placed by sting66", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232060, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104993, "authorName": "tsiress", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsiress/", "bidAmount": 37000, "content": "$37,000 bid placed by tsiress", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232073, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3104994, "authorName": "RoverMike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rovermike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These are such fun drivers.\r\nDid 120+ miles up the coast and back inland on Stewart's Point/Skaggs Road?Lake Sonoma Sunday.\r\nSo much fun.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554232079, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104997, "authorName": "NSA7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nsa7/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The 240z changed the course of Japanese auto industry forever. Car built for enthusiast by an enthusiasts. I wouldn't be surprised if the series one appreciated year over year. Will most likely become even more highly collectible in the foreseeable future.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1554232100, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3104998, "authorName": "SCRAPPYDO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scrappydo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WOW! Awesome Auction\r\ngreat job guys to everybody", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554232101, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105001, "authorName": "Sunline", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sunline/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Knockout", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232117, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105002, "authorName": "Route40", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/route40/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I sold the same car 4 years ago. 73 with AC, 4speed 98k same color for 17500. I thought I got allll the $!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232123, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105003, "authorName": "RX7_R1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rx7_r1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is EPIC!!!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1554232134, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105006, "authorName": "sting66", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sting66/", "bidAmount": 37250, "content": "$37,250 bid placed by sting66", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232168, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3105007, "authorName": "SCRAPPYDO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scrappydo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "you cant keep sting down", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554232182, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105009, "authorName": "Lightfoot1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lightfoot1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I should bought a dozen of these back in 74 for retirement.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1554232190, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105014, "authorName": "GarageChief", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garagechief/", "bidAmount": 37750, "content": "$37,750 bid placed by GarageChief", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232214, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3105015, "authorName": "Ian7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ian7/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RX7_R1 epic or unfathomable ? :-)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554232225, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105016, "authorName": "RJP", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rjp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You didn't need to buy in 74. 2015 would have worked.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1554232228, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105017, "authorName": "Danczak", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/danczak/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is like watching an old Arturo Gatti fight....late round flurries...knockdowns...and yet he just wont stay down. A war in the ring.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232235, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105022, "authorName": "RX7_R1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rx7_r1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lan7 I'll put it this way... many grand parents are rolling over in their graves. They are like... Wait...What? A Datsun?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554232277, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105024, "authorName": "tsiress", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tsiress/", "bidAmount": 38000, "content": "$38,000 bid placed by tsiress", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232293, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3105027, "authorName": "craZee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold 2 nice ones in 2014 for mid teens :-(", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232302, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105030, "authorName": "SCRAPPYDO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scrappydo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "great bidders in the same room. I salute all of you", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232317, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105031, "authorName": "Route40", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/route40/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rjp Amen!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232318, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105032, "authorName": "supercustomdeluxe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/supercustomdeluxe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This has made work fun!!!!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554232322, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105034, "authorName": "eubie67", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eubie67/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Had a 260 back in the early 80's. Got stolen, and when the cops found it we just let the insurance company keep it. Ugh!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232334, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105035, "authorName": "Jcazar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jcazar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "now we are getting there. great auction", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232335, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105036, "authorName": "tferrer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tferrer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "24 months ago we would be 10-15k lower. My how times have changed. This is like early 911 appreciation", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554232344, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105038, "authorName": "ahudson777", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ahudson777/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For bidders, this has made fun, work!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232365, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105040, "authorName": "Lightfoot1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lightfoot1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This has made retirement much more interesting. :)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232368, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105039, "authorName": "SCRAPPYDO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scrappydo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These cars deserve this kind of respect.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554232368, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105046, "authorName": "RX7_R1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rx7_r1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"Bring a two hour lunch break\".....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232405, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105047, "authorName": "rufcar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rufcar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "anybody tell these guys the car market has been off over 30% since last fall?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232407, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105048, "authorName": "rjt100", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rjt100/", "bidAmount": 38250, "content": "$38,250 bid placed by rjt100", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232408, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3105049, "authorName": "tcflacars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tcflacars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What's the record???", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232411, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105050, "authorName": "SCRAPPYDO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scrappydo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "50500 I think", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232429, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105053, "authorName": "Drew510", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drew510/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@tcflacars - type in 240z in the search bar of BaT and find out.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232442, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105054, "authorName": "eubie67", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eubie67/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "1971 Datsun 240Z\r\nSold for $50,500 on 11/6/18", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554232454, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105055, "authorName": "Jcazar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jcazar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "worth every penny", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554232464, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105056, "authorName": "speedracer1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedracer1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The sad part is . . . Many of us in here, should have seen this coming. Iconic design, fun to drive, affordable. All the requirements for strong demand.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554232473, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105059, "authorName": "RX7_R1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rx7_r1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I want one just for the steering wheel!!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232488, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105061, "authorName": "ar1950", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ar1950/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A '73 sold on BaT for 48,000 in Feb of this year.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232493, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105062, "authorName": "eubie67", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eubie67/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That $50k sale was sparkling.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232502, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105063, "authorName": "SCRAPPYDO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scrappydo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@speedracer1, I have been saying that for years. It has ever single thing going for it the 911, 2002, and GTV has, only it s reliable", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554232514, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105064, "authorName": "Jcazar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jcazar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I saw it coming three years ago and bought. Best buy of my life.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232517, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105066, "authorName": "GarageChief", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garagechief/", "bidAmount": 38750, "content": "$38,750 bid placed by GarageChief", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232520, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3105067, "authorName": "tcflacars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tcflacars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Maybe $45,000.00 today?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232531, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105068, "authorName": "DuffysRC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duffysrc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I saw an original 280Z sell at a Mecum auction for what I remember to be $43k plus reserve and the people that owned it nearly passed out in front of the auctioneer when the hammer fell. I have owned 5 Zs over the years and am lamenting every sale now", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1554232534, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105069, "authorName": "Sunline", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sunline/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "70 early 71 worth more than 72 which are more that 73\u2019s, but all going north", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232535, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105072, "authorName": "Clownshoe_Caravan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/clownshoe_caravan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like you could have gotten a relatively good deal up to early 2016", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554232548, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105074, "authorName": "RX7_R1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rx7_r1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "and the dashboard is mint....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232558, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105076, "authorName": "Jcazar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jcazar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Guild sold one for 78g all original low milage", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232571, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105080, "authorName": "Lightfoot1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lightfoot1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I bought some great jalapeno and artichoke dip at Costco for watching these auctions. Great stuff.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1554232601, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105084, "authorName": "vroomavrooma", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vroomavrooma/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love how dark all the pictures are. Really unique photography and makes the silver over black pop.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232642, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105085, "authorName": "GarageChief", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garagechief/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 4/2/19 for $38,750 to GarageChief", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232643, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 3105087, "authorName": "SCRAPPYDO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scrappydo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BRAVO", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232654, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105089, "authorName": "craZee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "yea", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232657, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105090, "authorName": "Rich_Truett", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rich_truett/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Say hello to a good buy!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232664, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105091, "authorName": "DuffysRC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duffysrc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My mistake, the sale price at Mecum was only $40k for an average car but good history", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232665, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105092, "authorName": "Sunline", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sunline/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Market correct", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232669, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105094, "authorName": "Redghost", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/redghost/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well see you all in 5 years when this sales for 100k", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232670, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105093, "authorName": "eubie67", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eubie67/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats @GarageChief! Great buy, and very entertaining! Enjoy.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232670, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105096, "authorName": "Jcazar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jcazar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice job. Thought it was going to hit 40", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232672, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105099, "authorName": "RX7_R1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rx7_r1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oustanding!!! @GarageChief so much envy here", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232677, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105100, "authorName": "gts", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gts/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations, nice car!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232678, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105104, "authorName": "RJP", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rjp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great buy and sale!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232690, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105105, "authorName": "kstewart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kstewart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I bought in early 2017 and now it feels like a deal. My car was more barn find and needed some sorting, but very original and one owner.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232691, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105106, "authorName": "Route40", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/route40/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats nice car!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232692, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105107, "authorName": "Lightfoot1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lightfoot1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Really fun auction.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232697, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105110, "authorName": "Rwm721", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rwm721/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "First time for me.....fun", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554232707, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105112, "authorName": "Jcazar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jcazar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations @GarageCheif", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232715, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105114, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great auction for an absolutely gorgeous car!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232744, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105120, "authorName": "chip827 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chip827/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@GarageChief. Congrats. You will be happy. I look forward to speaking with you. I will miss\r\nthis one.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1554232785, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105122, "authorName": "VuNguyen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vunguyen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats to the buyer and seller. For future bidders, keep a look out for another really clean Z also in Silver \r\n\r\ncoming soon..", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232791, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105125, "authorName": "bozman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bozman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ya know, I should just clean out the shop and pay off the mortgage! Nice sell.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554232802, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105126, "authorName": "Lightfoot1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lightfoot1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rwm721 WARNING, BAT is highly addictive. But extremely satisfying.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232803, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105127, "authorName": "GarageChief", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garagechief/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks Guys. This was fun. Never had one of these before. Ive been playing with Shelbys and old FJ40s for the past few years.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1554232807, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105136, "authorName": "RX7_R1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rx7_r1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now on to the already 6 digit NSX auction....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232881, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105140, "authorName": "gr8kornholio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gr8kornholio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bubble cars.... There were 150K of these imported from 70-73. Won't be long before BaT will become BaZ. Just like it became Ba911.\r\n\r\nDebbie Downer out....\r\n\r\nBeautiful car though, great on the preservation.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1554232911, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105176, "authorName": "Boostaholic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boostaholic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "But a lot are rusted and gone. It concerns me many rust buckets will be covered over with bondo and bring top dollar. Have had many when stripped had bondo all over. Too much metal to replace. Some are good enough to hide it very well.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554233147, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105292, "authorName": "Chadmclane", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chadmclane/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Totally Jealous! Enjoy the ride! I'm hoping to buy my first Z this week. If not, I'll be watching for another to bid on.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554234128, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3105545, "authorName": "LarryinMA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/larryinma/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I looked at a very nice '73 at one of the Scottsdale auctions in January. The asking price ($28K) seemed well ahead of the market. Clearly, I was very wrong. :-(", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1554235242, "type": "comment"}]