[{"id": 10587228, "authorName": "Barneybelle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/barneybelle/", "bidAmount": 500, "content": "$500 bid placed by Barneybelle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674944981, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10587499, "authorName": "EggenFamilyClassics", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eggenfamilyclassics/", "bidAmount": 600, "content": "$600 bid placed by EggenFamilyClassics", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674946515, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10587505, "authorName": "Btyrrel1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/btyrrel1/", "bidAmount": 700, "content": "$700 bid placed by Btyrrel1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674946546, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10587509, "authorName": "EggenFamilyClassics", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eggenfamilyclassics/", "bidAmount": 800, "content": "$800 bid placed by EggenFamilyClassics", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674946598, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10587529, "authorName": "spanky70", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spanky70/", "bidAmount": 1200, "content": "$1,200 bid placed by spanky70", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674946813, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10587607, "authorName": "Coachmule", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coachmule/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Has the belt service been done? Pretty old car to not have that done. Serpentine belt also ? Tires? How old?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674947732, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10587635, "authorName": "Doaft", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/doaft/", "bidAmount": 1500, "content": "$1,500 bid placed by Doaft", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674948038, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10587930, "authorName": "1996MBZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1996mbz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now this Lexus SC430 still belongs parked in front of a hotel or a 5-star restaurant by valet. Looks more like a 6-figure car than what the market is.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1674951815, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10587987, "authorName": "Deniseswin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deniseswin/", "bidAmount": 2000, "content": "$2,000 bid placed by Deniseswin", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674952597, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10588105, "authorName": "scratchboat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scratchboat/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "$3,000 bid placed by scratchboat", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674954596, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10588158, "authorName": "Deniseswin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deniseswin/", "bidAmount": 3100, "content": "$3,100 bid placed by Deniseswin", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674955530, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10588252, "authorName": "DanZebo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/danzebo/", "bidAmount": 7304, "content": "$7,304 bid placed by DanZebo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674957409, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10588504, "authorName": "Electraglider", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/electraglider/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The Ecru leather just slays me. Probably just me but I see this car as a split personality. Top up...not so striking. Top down gorgeous touring car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674961296, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10588509, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This top is all about function, not fashion ;)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674961343, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10588546, "authorName": "Shoemacher", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shoemacher/", "bidAmount": 8430, "content": "$8,430 bid placed by Shoemacher", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674962025, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10588749, "authorName": "oldwrench", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oldwrench/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Worth bidding for the interior alone. Where else can you play your old cassettes?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674966350, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10589071, "authorName": "ELROD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elrod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is there a clear bra installed on the hood?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1674983952, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10592155, "authorName": "raymead", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/raymead/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi, Timing belt, water pump, etc., etc? Been done? thanks, Ray", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675020750, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10594345, "authorName": "EggenFamilyClassics", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eggenfamilyclassics/", "bidAmount": 8530, "content": "$8,530 bid placed by EggenFamilyClassics", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675035020, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10595851, "authorName": "PLD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pld/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Per the carfax report, the timing belt was replaced in 2014 at 15k miles", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675085325, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10597786, "authorName": "PLD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pld/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does this Sc430 have surface rust on the door bottoms or anywhere else for that matter? One of the pics looks like it has rust weeping out from the bottom of the passengers side door.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675102846, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10603629, "authorName": "BTG", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/btg/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by BTG", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675147937, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10604225, "authorName": "ELROD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elrod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@VantageAuto.... Is there a clear bra installed on the hood?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675175611, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10604560, "authorName": "EggenFamilyClassics", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eggenfamilyclassics/", "bidAmount": 10250, "content": "$10,250 bid placed by EggenFamilyClassics", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675178930, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10615446, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@PLD no rust at bottom of the doors", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675277770, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10615582, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am just realizing my welcome post never posted ah! SO sorry!\r\n\r\nWell a late welcome to everyone. This is a gorgeous 2002 SC430 finished in a color combination that you do not find often. A beautiful example which was garaged under previous ownership and only driven in fair weather (according to the previous owner, and based on the condition, I have no reason not to believe him!)\r\n\r\nThe SC is a vehicle unlike any other. A refined motor that is as reliable as they come (timing belt was done on this one I believe it was 2014 as per carfax) and looks that are timeless. The body is in beautiful condition. The front bumper has a few bugs on it that our detailers should have removed. I apologize for this.\r\n\r\nThe interior is in beautiful condition showing practically no signs of wear. A non smoker vehicle with no other odors of any kind. All power features function properly and without issue. \r\n\r\nThe underbody is incredibly clean and free of rust. There's just some dirt in the photos but you can see the suspension, frame, etc all have no rust.\r\n\r\nI am confident that this is one of the best examples you will find out there. There is no car made that comes close to the SC. The engineers at Lexus were true visionaries in how they developed this vehicle, and it's wildly overengineered. The power retractable hardtop works flawlessly, and they're known for their ability to withstand the same test of time that the rest of the car stands up to!\r\n\r\nI am here to answer any and all questions. Happy to assist with nationwide transport and to provide a 30 day temp plate to anyone in need\r\n\r\nBank check/wire are the only acceptable forms of payment. Payment should be made within 3 business days of the auction ending\r\n\r\nThis beautiful Lexus will be SOLD to the highest bidder. Good luck!\r\n\r\nBest,\r\nAndrew", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675278243, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10615586, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675278263, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10617790, "authorName": "gorice", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gorice/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have this same SC430, 2005 with gold exterior and interior and simlar mileage. These have not spare, so run flat tires are standard. The ride is very stiff and bumpy with run flat tires. I recommend switching to regular tires, and ride will improve dramatically. Car is a blast to drive. Bid with confidence. You will not be disappointed.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675287238, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10621888, "authorName": "sbtoby", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sbtoby/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car! New owner will only have to upgrade to more stylish wheels!\ud83d\ude02", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675348693, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10629016, "authorName": "DesertWarthog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/desertwarthog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi, this is a great looking car. Picture 202 looks like it has a grease leak. Do you know what might be causing it?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1675387998, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10629547, "authorName": "tpdwn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tpdwn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@vantageauto\u2026another great aoto-in walk around video the antenna does not appear to be operational", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675395435, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10636415, "authorName": "athundergod", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/athundergod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice Vert !!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675462504, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10637542, "authorName": "Jdmatx312", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jdmatx312/", "bidAmount": 10500, "content": "$10,500 bid placed by Jdmatx312", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675471247, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10637587, "authorName": "EggenFamilyClassics", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eggenfamilyclassics/", "bidAmount": 10750, "content": "$10,750 bid placed by EggenFamilyClassics", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675471694, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10637618, "authorName": "athundergod", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/athundergod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "my wife says no but i say ???", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675472060, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10637645, "authorName": "Jdmatx312", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jdmatx312/", "bidAmount": 11000, "content": "$11,000 bid placed by Jdmatx312", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675472381, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10637703, "authorName": "athundergod", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/athundergod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "but i likey this lil vert so ???", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675473075, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10637707, "authorName": "athundergod", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/athundergod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "hard top verts are da best !!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675473126, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10637713, "authorName": "athundergod", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/athundergod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "and new verts are 50k +", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675473179, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10637759, "authorName": "Bambei", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bambei/", "bidAmount": 11500, "content": "$11,500 bid placed by Bambei", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675473745, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10638289, "authorName": "Doaft", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/doaft/", "bidAmount": 11800, "content": "$11,800 bid placed by Doaft", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675482020, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10638665, "authorName": "Stentr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stentr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The inside bottom of the doors are a weak spot on these models. Can others comment. Is it corrosion? @PLD also noticed it.", "likes": 13, "timestamp": 1675502863, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10638667, "authorName": "Stentr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stentr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think the door cards have signs of water damage. More so drivers side. Was this car in a flood?", "likes": 13, "timestamp": 1675503020, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10638821, "authorName": "ELROD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elrod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Stentr @PLD....the seller states there is no rust.... If that's correct then whatever is seeping from the vent holes at the bottom of the doors (#102 #123) is beyond me.\nHowever it's still a damn nice automobile.", "likes": 12, "timestamp": 1675514778, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10638886, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@elrod @stentr @pld yes that is exactly what I said. There is no rust on the bottom of the doors. Is there rust INSIDE the door? Likely...see this on most. Water comes out the bottom of that door drain, and with it came some rust, which dried on the bottom of the drain. If that was properly wiped, you'd had seen nothing, and no comment would have been made. How many of you have been inside of an SC430 door? I am confident the next owner will not be spending any time in there, but I could be wrong. Water gets in there, and drains out the bottom. Happens when it rains, when you wash it, etc. I would not be remotely concerned. What people ask about is rust that forms ON the bottom of the door itself, which is common on examples that come out of the northeast....a region this car has never been until our acquisition.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675516485, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10638893, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@stentr signs of water damage? C'mon. I just reminded myself of your types of comments by reviewing your comment history. We do not sell cars that have been flooded. Thank you.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1675516589, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10638982, "authorName": "Jakester22", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jakester22/", "bidAmount": 13500, "content": "$13,500 bid placed by Jakester22", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675518119, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10638992, "authorName": "Omer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/omer/", "bidAmount": 14000, "content": "$14,000 bid placed by Omer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675518193, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10639008, "authorName": "athundergod", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/athundergod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "20 k ???", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675518536, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10639293, "authorName": "driver-8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/driver-8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In pictures 102'103 we can see clear indications of water intrusion into the lower part of door are you sure it's not a flood car?", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1675522517, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10639305, "authorName": "SKIP_ECKENROD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/skip_eckenrod/", "bidAmount": 14250, "content": "$14,250 bid placed by SKIP_ECKENROD", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675522656, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10639362, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yup. I\u2019m sure.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675523250, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10639583, "authorName": "ELROD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elrod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@VantageAuto... Your explanation is greatly appreciated....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675525267, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10640173, "authorName": "tpdwn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tpdwn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@VantageAuto- Seller is well respected on BAT and always seems to have top quality cars that I and many others are interested in. Highly doubt they would try to sell a flood car", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1675530540, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10640187, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@driver-8 would be way more signs of water entrusion in the car if water was ever that high. You\u2019re making assumptions, which is fine, but I\u2019ll promise you we don\u2019t handle flood cars. This is a 2002. Things happen over the years. You\u2019d see corrosion in all sorts of places.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675530711, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10640569, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 14500, "content": "$14,500 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675533471, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10640801, "authorName": "athundergod", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/athundergod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "19 or 20 k ??", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675534516, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10640863, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@athundergod the car is going to sell for whatever the high bid is. 19 or 20 would be a steal for a 30k mile car in this color combination. We sold one recently for 33500 I believe it as with similar miles. This is a quality car in a unique color.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675534724, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10640875, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love how many thumbs up comments get that say things suggesting a car is damaged, has had water in it, that it was flipped over, needs a part replaced, or something else negative. Someone writes something nice it gets maybe 1 or 2. Shows the kind of people lurking around listings these days. Kind of sad!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1675534780, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10640901, "authorName": "athundergod", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/athundergod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "i love it but my wife says no", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675534854, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10641279, "authorName": "SKIP_ECKENROD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/skip_eckenrod/", "bidAmount": 14750, "content": "$14,750 bid placed by SKIP_ECKENROD", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675536530, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10641611, "authorName": "CFD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cfd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@athundergod ... When it comes to SC430s, it's usually the wife who loves it and the husband says \"NO.\"", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675538050, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10641708, "authorName": "EGHU2017", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eghu2017/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lovely color combo! GLWTS!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675538439, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10642055, "authorName": "Micklovin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/micklovin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@VantageAuto truer words have never been spoken. There is generally an agenda with the critics. Nice 430 GLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675539668, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10642097, "authorName": "OroValley2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/orovalley2/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by OroValley2", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675539997, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10642210, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "About an hour to go! Great chatting with many of you over the past week. The Lexus SC430 is truly a car unlike any other. It's got the looks, comfort, luxury, reliability, and driving experience that no other car comes close to offering. It's the perfect package. This is a great car that I know the next car will enjoy!\r\n\r\nTo everyone bidding:\r\n\r\nPLEASE read the below. It\u2019s very important so we are on the same page as any potential winner of this no reserve auction.\r\n\r\nWe ask that payment be made within 3 business days of the auctions close and the vehicle picked up within 7 days. If you need longer to pay for any legitimate reason, just let us know, no problem at all. We accept bank checks or wires only. There is a $30 fee for all incoming wires.\r\n\r\nWe\u2019re happy to supply a 30 day temp plate to anyone in need. We are also happy to assist with nationwide shipping. We\u2019ll provide you with excellent shipping rates and get the car to you quickly. Logistically it is much easier for us if we\u2019re handling transport.\r\n\r\nPLEASE ask any questions you have before bidding, not after winning the auction. How to pay, where to store, if your wife likes the color, etc are all things to determine before, not after bidding. As per BaT policy a bid is a commitment to own at the price bid. A bid should be made Non-Conditionally, as per BaT policy. The car is in the condition as shown in our detailed photo gallery. It is possible that some minor cosmetic defect was not perfectly captured in our photos, but we certainly do out best to ensure they are! Minor mechanical defects are also possible, which we are not to be held liable for. We\u2019re a seasoned team with an exemplary record. We test drive each vehicle which we sell to ensure it drives properly. Anything we know, we disclose.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my entire team that works hard day in and day out, I again thank you all for being here and for helping to make BaT such a special place! We take pride in offering incredible cars to the best audience in the world. Thank you for following this, and hopefully many of our other auctions!\r\n\r\nBe sure to REFRESH your browser during the final countdown to ensure that you\u2019re watching live. There\u2019s nothing worse than thinking you won an auction just to find out that you did not so always refresh that screen!\r\n\r\nGood luck and thank you to everyone again for being here!\r\n\r\nBest,\r\nAndrew", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675540533, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10642445, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 15250, "content": "$15,250 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675541622, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10642533, "authorName": "TexasStable", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/texasstable/", "bidAmount": 16000, "content": "$16,000 bid placed by TexasStable", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675542169, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10642602, "authorName": "SKIP_ECKENROD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/skip_eckenrod/", "bidAmount": 16250, "content": "$16,250 bid placed by SKIP_ECKENROD", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675542542, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10642628, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These are such great cruisers! Andrew has a good nose for cars! This one is just a babe at 30K miles. Cared for, you can go ten times that with this platform! GLWTA!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675542707, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10642657, "authorName": "tpdwn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tpdwn/", "bidAmount": 16750, "content": "$16,750 bid placed by tpdwn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675542843, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10642715, "authorName": "Soarenti", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/soarenti/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Leaving for 3 weeks on Monday? No way to pick up in 7 days. I will pay on Monday, if successful. Can you hold the car for 30 days?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675543123, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10642754, "authorName": "anselmo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/anselmo/", "bidAmount": 17000, "content": "$17,000 bid placed by anselmo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675543260, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10642772, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 17250, "content": "$17,250 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675543338, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10642826, "authorName": "jax1013", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jax1013/", "bidAmount": 17500, "content": "$17,500 bid placed by jax1013", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675543562, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10642866, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@soarenti it can be stored at an outdoor facility that others have used. They charge $140 per week. We could also have it shipped to anywhere needed, no problem", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675543717, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10642865, "authorName": "69karmannghia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/69karmannghia/", "bidAmount": 18000, "content": "$18,000 bid placed by 69karmannghia", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675543717, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10642894, "authorName": "tpdwn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tpdwn/", "bidAmount": 18500, "content": "$18,500 bid placed by tpdwn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675543810, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643000, "authorName": "69karmannghia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/69karmannghia/", "bidAmount": 19002, "content": "$19,002 bid placed by 69karmannghia", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544372, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643061, "authorName": "Stentr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stentr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So there is rust inside the door?", "likes": 13, "timestamp": 1675544607, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643064, "authorName": "Bigleo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigleo/", "bidAmount": 19500, "content": "$19,500 bid placed by Bigleo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544613, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643078, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@stentr never ripped off the door skin so couldn\u2019t tell you. I can tell you there\u2019s no rust ON the car and that\u2019s what matters.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675544640, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643085, "authorName": "BVAM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bvam/", "bidAmount": 20000, "content": "$20,000 bid placed by BVAM", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544659, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643087, "authorName": "Stentr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stentr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "But there is no rust.......at the same time?\r\nThe door cards are discolored. Water damaged.", "likes": 16, "timestamp": 1675544666, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643090, "authorName": "Bigleo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigleo/", "bidAmount": 20400, "content": "$20,400 bid placed by Bigleo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544680, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643092, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gotta love that comment just as we get to 2 minutes. Been live a week. Good luck to everyone this is a gorgeous car which looks/runs/drives amazing. Next owner will certainly be pleased!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1675544683, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643097, "authorName": "BVAM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bvam/", "bidAmount": 21000, "content": "$21,000 bid placed by BVAM", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544700, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643106, "authorName": "69karmannghia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/69karmannghia/", "bidAmount": 21502, "content": "$21,502 bid placed by 69karmannghia", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544741, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643110, "authorName": "Bigleo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigleo/", "bidAmount": 22000, "content": "$22,000 bid placed by Bigleo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544762, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643114, "authorName": "Coachmule", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coachmule/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Water pump and belt done?", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1675544779, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643115, "authorName": "69karmannghia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/69karmannghia/", "bidAmount": 22502, "content": "$22,502 bid placed by 69karmannghia", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544785, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643119, "authorName": "BVAM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bvam/", "bidAmount": 23000, "content": "$23,000 bid placed by BVAM", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544794, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643122, "authorName": "69karmannghia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/69karmannghia/", "bidAmount": 23502, "content": "$23,502 bid placed by 69karmannghia", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544814, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643133, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@coachmule please read the carfax. Last time documented was 2014.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544840, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643144, "authorName": "Coachmule", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coachmule/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I missed it ! Sorry I\u2019m looking at 5 of these my bad. Glwts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544873, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643155, "authorName": "RFSA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rfsa/", "bidAmount": 24000, "content": "$24,000 bid placed by RFSA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544921, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643168, "authorName": "69karmannghia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/69karmannghia/", "bidAmount": 24502, "content": "$24,502 bid placed by 69karmannghia", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675544962, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643183, "authorName": "RFSA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rfsa/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by RFSA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675545036, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643194, "authorName": "69karmannghia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/69karmannghia/", "bidAmount": 25502, "content": "$25,502 bid placed by 69karmannghia", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675545084, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10643214, "authorName": "dengreene", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dengreene/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is there any rust? Is the earth really round? Is Elvis really dead? Was the moonwalk fake? I have a 2006 model and have followed these cars since 2002 and this is the first I've heard such questions. Glad to see these cars finally having their due. GLWTA!!!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1675545192, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643225, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oh the crazies have gotten crazier @dengreene !", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675545232, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643228, "authorName": "69karmannghia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/69karmannghia/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 2/4/23 for $25,502 to 69karmannghia", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675545242, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 10643237, "authorName": "69karmannghia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/69karmannghia/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice! I\u2019ll be in touch to collect wire instructions", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675545279, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643243, "authorName": "Coachmule", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coachmule/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice buy!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675545302, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643246, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Huge congrats!! We will be in touch Monday !", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675545323, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643284, "authorName": "Dixiesdad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dixiesdad/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dengreene and @VantageAuto\r\n\r\nI didn\u2019t comment before the auction ended so as not to potentially affect the outcome. I must say though that the bottom of both doors appear to have rust of some sort on them. Is it surface discoloration or something worse, I can\u2019t say without being with the car. But to dismiss the concerns of several commentators/potential bidders doesn\u2019t seem the right way to handle it IMO. Hope the car is solid as a rock and loved by the winning bidder!", "likes": 20, "timestamp": 1675545466, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643318, "authorName": "Dadmybestfriend", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dadmybestfriend/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@stentr, you're not crazy, I see it too and I wouldn't have noticed the RUST until you mentioned it. Rust is still rust and yes, it a great car but there are concerns and the buyer will either take care of it or just leave it. I say Good observation and note.", "likes": 17, "timestamp": 1675545579, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643357, "authorName": "69karmannghia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/69karmannghia/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I guess Vantage\u2019s rep is enough for me. \ud83e\udd37\u200d\u2642\ufe0f\r\n\r\nNot their first rodeo and definitely not the first auction of theirs that I\u2019ve followed", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675545744, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643373, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Smart guy! One of the Gold Standard Sellers on BaT!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675545819, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643395, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dadmybestfriend @Dixiesdad I dismissed nothing. I said exactly what it was. That clearly was not good enough for any of the people that had no interest in bidding. Another perfect example of the rally that so many are joining behind negativity on this site. You think I'm not transparent? You feel I am dishonest? Not forthcoming? The proof is in the pudding guys. I just completed my 700th listing here in only two years time. Do you think this happened by being deceitful, dishonest, or not forthcoming? I have thick skin but the accusations are really getting ridiculous. I would really hope you could all find places to focus your negative energy in a positive way. You'd have a tremendous impact on the world. \r\n\r\nAsk a question...I will always answer it...just as I have here. I will always dismiss accusations of things that I know arent true...like someone saying that I am selling a flood car. It's borderline comical.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675545939, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643397, "authorName": "Stentr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stentr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks everyone. These are great cars. I agree, hopefully its a solid buy for the buyer. I think the seller is saying the doors may have corrosion but it has not spread to the body in any way. Actually, i m still not sure what he was saying.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675545944, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643401, "authorName": "Dadmybestfriend", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dadmybestfriend/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@69karmannghia, I hope you enjoy your Lexus. Lexus is stout and are great cars.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675545954, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643411, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@69karmannghia thank you. You won an amazing car. Dont believe me? Just ask our thousands of clients nationwide about their experience working with the Vantage team. You're going to be impressed, I assure you!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675545996, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643419, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@billyblyth thank you. I really feel that we are, as do our clients. Unfortunately those watching this auction will give your comment no likes...its something positive, and no one following this listing like that :)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675546056, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643433, "authorName": "Dadmybestfriend", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dadmybestfriend/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@VantageAuto, I never said you were dishonest. I just said that there is rust on the door, it's just you criticized someone who made not of it. But you were the one who called people crazies, not me. Let's just be clear about that.", "likes": 12, "timestamp": 1675546102, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643452, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Stentr what I am saying is inside the doors is bare metal. When water gets in there, rust can form. There are drains at the bottom of each door. When the car was detailed water got in there and came out the drains at the bottom. With it came rust residue, and it dried. Do I think there is major rust bubbling inside the doors? Absolutely not. I will bet most people with this car have the same sort of thing going on but dont even know about it. If our detailers properly wiped that area there would have been nothing to even comment about. Be sure to follow up with the winner here about his experience and the car once he gets it to confirm everything that I am saying is accurate. I'm not anonymous like you. I have a reputation to maintain. About 50 people's livelihoods depend on it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675546188, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643457, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Seller Chin up Andrew, it's not like your not sellinga bunch of great cars, while the grumblers er, ah grumble!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675546214, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643463, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@billyblyth you are so right. Sometimes I just let it get to me ha. Time for a cocktail! Thanks for following our listings and for sharing some light here!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1675546256, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10643763, "authorName": "athundergod", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/athundergod/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "cool nice ride , wish i had it", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1675547600, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10646614, "authorName": "hwy68", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hwy68/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"The proof is in the pudding guys. I just completed my 700th listing here in only two years time. Do you think this happened by being deceitful, dishonest, or not forthcoming? I have thick skin but the accusations are really getting ridiculous.\"\r\n\r\n@VantageAuto - I'm going to offer some feedback here, that I mean to be constructive. First, you can't stand behind 700 sold cars as an explanation for what are legitimate concerns pointed out by viewers. I'm a fan of your auctions and I'm impressed by the volume your operation puts out, however, you clearly emphasize speed over detail. On all your vehicles you perform the bare minimum of service, usually an oil change, and move so fast to get the cars photographed and on sale that you miss key detailing issues like the bottoms of the doors. The underside of this SC could've benefitted from a hot pressure wash and some underside detail, as well. You could've photographed the car from under a lift, too. \r\n\r\nIf you took a LITTLE more time on the service and detailing side, you wouldn't have to go full-defense on the auction itself. Saying you've sold 700 half-detailed cars that you've changed the oil on isn't a reasonable explanation: it is actually the origin of the concerns. \r\n\r\nSigned respectfully, someone else that enjoys finding unique cars.", "likes": 36, "timestamp": 1675613096, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10646802, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Another inaccurate statement. When our team finds a car needs something, it's addressed...hence why we post service records when work is needed. Just check some of our SL listings. Or check the BMW 3 series convertible we just sold, valve cover gasket etc done. When something is needed, we handle it. Would take you too long I suppose to run through all of those listings but instead you've decided to make an overarching statement which is not accurate. When you sell 700 cars it shows you have a dedicated team that works strictly on BaT. It shows that you have a high level of customer satisfaction (every person that wins on BaT is asked about their experience). If people had a bad experience working with us I can assure you we wouldn't be listing cars here any longer. I will stand by the fact that we do a pretty darn good job.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1675615041, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10646889, "authorName": "hwy68", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hwy68/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm going based on the ones I actually follow as an enthusiast. Mostly older Japanese vehicles. I don't think you've ever done a timing service on a Toyota you've listed. Very dangerous to leave 30 year old rubber holding an engine together. \r\n\r\nThe Tundra you have listed is a perfect example: \r\n\"The digital odometer indicates 49k miles, approximately 25 of which were added by the selling dealer... An oil change was performed in preparation for the sale.\" This truck needs a timing service ASAP, and at least 200 miles of testing to check all the other components, both loaded and unloaded. \r\n\r\nMany of your vehicles have curb rashes on the wheels, two of your current listings do, the Lexus and the Jaguar. You don't have an wheel repair tech that can fix those rashes for $150? \r\n\r\nAll Mercedes SL's need work, and a valve cover on a BMW don't exempt you from a pattern, but it is obvious you aren't open to constructive feedback. \r\n\r\n\"Everywhere I go, there I am.\" \r\n\r\nGood luck! PS: you owe me $400 for an orange Honda Element, Andrew. : )", "likes": 32, "timestamp": 1675615868, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10725832, "authorName": "69karmannghia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/69karmannghia/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Won the auction on Saturday the 4th, and it was delivered to me in Wisconsin on the 11th. Andrew\u2019s team at Vantage was top notch all the way and made the process seamless. \r\n\r\nThanks again to all the keyboard warriors that knew that this car had flood damage \ud83d\ude02. You couldn\u2019t have been more wrong. The oxidation near the doors is 100% consistent with every other Toyota/Lexus that I\u2019ve owned of this era and in no way the result of flood damage.\r\n\r\nAs it relates to deferred maintenance, and cars like this one needing a timing belt, etc. I assumed that every bidder on this website was smart enough to review the Carfax and adjust their bid accordingly. Personally I\u2019d prefer to have the more significant service issues handled by my guy. No offense to Andrew\u2019s service shop because I\u2019m sure that they could have handled the timing belt, etc, but personally I\u2019d rather have my local Lexus dealership handle all of those maintenance issues for me so that I know with certainty that they were done to my standards and done by a technician that I have a long term relationship with because he\u2019s going to be servicing this vehicle for many future summers.\r\n\r\nThanks again for an easy and transparent process.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1676463122, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10726869, "authorName": "VantageAuto (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vantageauto/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@69karmannghia thank you for sharing your experience working with us! I am so glad that it was the seamless process which we work hard to ensure our clients have and that you're happy with the car (and that it is as described!). I am glad that we have again proven that we offer exceptional vehicles and service, regardless of the noise so many brought to this listing for no apparent reason. Thank you again for your business!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1676476152, "type": "comment"}]