[{"id": 7613758, "authorName": "ALGEE17", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/algee17/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "GORGEOUS ! ! !", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641578558, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7613793, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The Holy grail one-off Fjordgrau has finally surfaced. We were looking for this beauty for a while. This car has been in magazines. It's going to hit the moon. A former Avus Auto Sport car. well kept beauty. Still with low miles. Individual order. \n@seller I will send you the magazine clippings and build sheet so you can post them here. \n\nI'm excited for this auction\n\nAlec Cartio\n\nI'll warm up the auction for you.", "likes": 14, "timestamp": 1641578864, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7613803, "authorName": "lambinvestments", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lambinvestments/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by lambinvestments", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641578903, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7613810, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by aleccartio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641578925, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7613830, "authorName": "Chamberlin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chamberlin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Indeed Alex! I was wondering why we never saw the Fjordgrau CSi in years past, but we all knew it existed... Amazing E31. Pinnacle of the 225 US cars I think.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1641579079, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7613836, "authorName": "JLP", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jlp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A bone crusher...!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641579119, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7613853, "authorName": "rvcrewlove", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rvcrewlove/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A rare beauty!!!!!! \ud83e\udd29", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1641579230, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7613856, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is going to set a new BAT record. Just watch. \r\nI\u2019m secretly jealous. I wish the owner had contacted me to represent it. Haha. Yes. Even though I have represented the finest CSi\u2019s on the planet, I\u2019m still grateful and jealous\u2026 and CSi greedy. Can\u2019t ever have enough.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1641579262, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7613956, "authorName": "nmexmatt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nmexmatt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "many, many years ago I saw this car in person....its a stunner", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641579993, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7613991, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 19950, "content": "$19,950 bid placed by EuropeanSports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641580322, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7614018, "authorName": "manny_g.", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/manny_g.-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now THIS is collector level criteria.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1641580548, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7614044, "authorName": "Lukedogwalker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lukedogwalker/", "bidAmount": 100000, "content": "$100,000 bid placed by Lukedogwalker", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641580760, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7614055, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Safest early 6 figure BaT bid in a while, lol..", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1641580829, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7614116, "authorName": "RazzleDaz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/razzledaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio I always find your humble approach comforting. :-)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641581211, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7614142, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @razzledaz appreciate it", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641581317, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7614173, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That remote V1 install is just..so.. Ooof, 90s perfection", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1641581470, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7614209, "authorName": "LuckysDad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/luckysdad/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely stunning!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641581773, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7614225, "authorName": "JGrills", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jgrills/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "yow!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641581852, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7614242, "authorName": "bmw28cs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmw28cs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "hmmmm, a 22k mile car in 2022, maybe six figures in the 2's would be 2 low.\r\nwhat a one of a kind, even the V1 install (pic 123) is perfect and beautifully done. Fits this car so well.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1641581917, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7614396, "authorName": "Chamberlin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chamberlin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio Definitely could have used your photographic touch on this one Alec. The wide lens used in most of the shots simply do not do this car justice.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641582571, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7614463, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @chamberlin\nI would\u2019ve have taken this beauty to the moat majestic studios and landscapes possible. In front of my best lenses. No corners cut. \n\nThe photos in this auction are iphone/android it seems. \nYou know it.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1641582815, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7614699, "authorName": "bmwe30m3guy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwe30m3guy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Completely a no brainer. The last time I saw a CSI in person that looked this nice was an exquisite example right off the boat from Europe at EAG\u2026 with the four wheel steering option as well. I can attest to this example as well as I viewed this car in person during it\u2019s Oregon days. It appears in equally stellar condition as it presents today. Agree @aleccartio, you would have done this example better justice in the marketing department, but no doubt your shared knowledge on the E31 chassis will help this auction along if the reserve is met. Highly likely BaT doesn\u2019t know the prominence of this CSI which likely reflects in the agreed upon reserve. Regardless\u2026 it\u2019s deserving of our rare BaT emoji award\u2026. So here we go\u2026 \u2728\ud83c\udfc6\u2728 This will be interesting to watch!", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1641583433, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7614804, "authorName": "RazzleDaz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/razzledaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car for sure. Absolutely stunning although I feel a bit ill. Must be something I ate. \r\n\r\nGood luck with the auction. Amazing.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641583654, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7614971, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 101995, "content": "$101,995 bid placed by EuropeanSports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641584353, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7614985, "authorName": "Lukedogwalker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lukedogwalker/", "bidAmount": 110000, "content": "$110,000 bid placed by Lukedogwalker", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641584423, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7615027, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Luke: at end of the auction(last minute) do you have a dog to walk? Please do so and have a drink on me.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1641584614, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7615074, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "European Sports knows what he wants. Ask me how I know.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641584807, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7615316, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio. Sports Car Market says I paid too much(above their median price) for the red one. I wonder what they will say when this auction is over?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1641585932, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7615374, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Respectfully, they are wrong\u2026 \r\nI write articles for SCM.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1641586182, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7615975, "authorName": "bmwe30m3guy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwe30m3guy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Agree, and I sit on round tables that end up advising figures for published market value reports\u2026 some people/firms are so out of touch in the industry that it\u2019s a real head scratcher.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1641588332, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7616182, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio I have more in my collection to be listed someday, so get in touch with me if you want to take so really pretty pictures!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1641589239, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7616247, "authorName": "yellowc7vert", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yellowc7vert/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Unbelievable. Holy Grail. Benchmark. Can't think of a superlative that's good enough for this one.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1641589525, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7616252, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@EuropeanSports @Lukedogwalker thank you for the bids, please feel free to reach out to me anytime if you have any questions, I will be happy to show you the vehicle in person if interested, it's a stunner, as it took me 3 years to decide to let it go.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641589548, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7616278, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@@ryansheldon thank you. \nO believe me. I know your collection. I do my homework. \n\nSure will be. I\u2019ll send you some fun material on your car. Post it here", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641589693, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7616384, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ryansheldon\r\nprivate message sent. Check spam, as it goes there sometimes.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641590159, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7616778, "authorName": "mynameistimo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mynameistimo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bmwe30m3guy how does one get one of these advisory board jobs? Maybe then I can turn all my time spent on @bringatrailer into money that I can spend on @bringatrailer ;)", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1641591543, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7617235, "authorName": "technoviolet", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/technoviolet/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunning. Wow. Beautiful. That color. OMG.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641592907, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7617358, "authorName": "ramangain", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ramangain/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"Kind sir, your 90s velvet-lined, iron glove of a mile crusher has arrived\"", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641593426, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7617616, "authorName": "Horn53", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/horn53/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@europeansports I saw your CSI in the last issue of SCM. I prefer what they said in past years \u201cthe buyer didn\u2019t pay too much just bought it too soon\u201d. GLWTA she\u2019s a beauty", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641594668, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7618744, "authorName": "chicosito", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chicosito/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\ud83e\udd29 wow what a beautiful e31! This has got to be worth a lot $$$. Individual Spec, low miles, and is this potentially the last CSI shipped to the US market? @aleccartio do you know why the last numbers of the VIN shows 226? I thought there were only 225?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641606647, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7619023, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@chicosito\nThe last vin is cd00230. There were five crash test cars too.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1641610717, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7619385, "authorName": "Andrew930", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrew930/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Was previously my car along with another very special CSi, #162 in Daytona Violet.\r\nTwo unicorns I never should have parted with and miss dearly.\r\nSpecial thanks to @aleccartio for sharing his passion for these wonderful cars.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1641616966, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7619480, "authorName": "bmwe30m3guy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwe30m3guy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Andrew930 \u2026 #162 is my favorite. Where is it now?\r\n\r\n@mynameistimo it\u2019s kind of a nerdy bunch and I was invited in\u2026 otherwise I have no idea\u2026 but I like your thinking! \ud83c\udfc1", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1641620529, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7619634, "authorName": "bensasi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bensasi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow what a beautiful color never thought it existed on a csi! Excited for this bid and reading comments till the end! \ud83c\udf7f", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641636680, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7619868, "authorName": "JoeinMI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joeinmi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bmwe30m3guy Alec sold it here:\n\nhttps://carsandbids.com/auctions/rw05n1pN/1995-bmw-850csi\n\n@RyanSheldon This is a beautiful car. I\u2019m surprised it isn\u2019t a premium listing. GLWTA, although I\u2019m pretty certain you won\u2019t need any luck.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1641650380, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7620067, "authorName": "johnbennett103", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnbennett103/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Finest CSI I have ever seen. GLWS", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641653396, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7620083, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @andrew930 good seeing you here buddy. \r\n\r\nCSi 162 Daytona is in Arizona.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641653566, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7620179, "authorName": "ama74", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ama74/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Three pedals and a V12 in a BMW, what else do you want in life? Great car!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1641654891, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7620186, "authorName": "mamizana", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mamizana/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Viewing this car, reading about this specimen, with its timeless presence and all of its analog gloriousness (yes, it\u2019s now a word) reminds me how far BMW has reached since then to sell its soul. Maybe it had to. Maybe it\u2019s just nostalgia talking. But the dizzying number of current offerings coupled with grilles larger than this entire car makes me throw up a lil bit in my mouth. \r\n\r\nGLWTA!! Sorry for the rant. I need a tissue.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1641654954, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7620350, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mamizana it seems the entire world is working so hard to be more complicated without regard to simple beauty. I was so excited when I heard BMW announced they were making a new 8-series, I convinced myself it had to be good....and then it arrived. The same holds true with so many other cars. Complicated is not better, bigger is not bolder, but for one moment in history, at least a few car companies really got it right. The combination of understated lines and understated color have made this car very special to me for many years. I really hope it goes to a collector who will stare at it as much as I have, it's just brilliant and intoxicating. It still leaves me speechless, no picture is will ever describe being in front of this one.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1641656646, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7620730, "authorName": "SteveTheodore", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevetheodore/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Except for guys like @aleccartio, I bet this little beauty surprises more than a few people with how much money it's going to take in order to bring her home. What an absolutely sensational car. GLWTA, but you don't need any luck when you show up with the best.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1641660619, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7620796, "authorName": "mamizana", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mamizana/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RyanSheldon\u2026.here,here. We can count ourselves lucky enough to have experienced the era of Germany\u2019s automotive dominance 1st-hand. I now have my \u2018good ole days\u2019 reference when talking to my kids.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641661323, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7620812, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @aleccartio for sharing the attached photos of my car! @Andrew930 might need a trip down memory lane!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1641661500, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7620894, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ryansheldon\nMy pleasure. \ud83d\ude0a\n\nAndrew gave me my first shot of driving the Violet CSi in 2008. He tossed me the keys and said let\u2019s take it to super car Sunday. I will never forget that kindness.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1641662267, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7622223, "authorName": "bmwe30m3guy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmwe30m3guy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@joeinmi thanks for the link! I\u2019ll be back in Scottsdale for the auctions so knowing it\u2019s there means I\u2019ll be keeping an eye out for it just in case it shows up in valet at the Biltmore.\r\n\r\nAndrew sounds like a great guy @aleccartio. I have a similar story with a 1980 M1 at LA Speedway\u2026 owner tossed me the keys and well\u2026 friends for life and drive of a life time\u2026 moments like those are ones you never forget. \r\n\r\nThis is such a positive thread and clearly includes a group of great people who appreciate the E31\u2026 if the final bidder is not already apart of this group\u2026 well, just by purchasing this CSI you\u2019re gifted a really nice value add to becoming apart of it. \ud83c\udfc1", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1641672067, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7623694, "authorName": "absent", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/absent/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looking at that car gives one shivers down the spine, sort of like meeting a world class supermodel who happens to be a sweet girl in person and you realize that with a bit of effort you could score a real date with her.\r\nThe Vantage I am bidding on ends one day before this CSI here, gives me a chance to still go after her in case someone beats me to the Aston.\r\nBoth cars are amazing and I wish I could get both but at this time, dealing with virtually new construction (the supposed renovation turned into a full blown new home project) and horrendous legal fees I am stuck with, prevent that, even one car is really pushing it.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1641679824, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7624273, "authorName": "TedBobo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tedbobo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow! I\u2019ve been up close & personal with the Daytona Violet CSi as well as the Barbados Green Detroit Auto show car and a host of other CSI\u2019s. But, this is by far the best CSi ever! Pretty sure this will set a new record.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641687314, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7624589, "authorName": "Muskoka69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/muskoka69/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@absent From the details you have described, it really sounds like it's your \"day to shine.\" I was in a similar circumstance, going for a 2006 BMW 2006. \r\nWaiting and bidding, waiting and bidding, \r\nand my patience paid off.\r\nThat being said, I never looked back and became successful due to my hard work and determination. It took a bit, but just knowing that I have the car of my dreams, it true.....nothing is impossible.\r\nThis car is quite stunning. I remember seeing only one in my lifetime, and the sound does give you the chills.\r\nI wish you luck, and sincerely hope all goes your way!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641691860, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7625213, "authorName": "chicosito", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chicosito/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "&aleccartio thanks for sharing that information! I learned something new about the CSI variant.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1641704294, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7625630, "authorName": "Bluesky", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluesky/", "bidAmount": 111100, "content": "$111,100 bid placed by Bluesky", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641736695, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7625647, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 112850, "content": "$112,850 bid placed by EuropeanSports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641737040, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7626050, "authorName": "absent", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/absent/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Muskoka69, thank you for your kind words,\nIt's all about priorities, making the right choices instead of \"spur of the moment....\"\n...and then, you realize you only live once......\n\nBtw, like the subtle mention of 69 in your handle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641743678, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7627541, "authorName": "gt3rs911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gt3rs911/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was the previous owner in Oregon. Whoever wins this auction, you will not be disappointed - the color is simply incredible! I do have the original US mirrors, should someone like to reunite them with the car.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1641756792, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7629428, "authorName": "Shelby314159", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelby314159/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ryansheldon Hi. Trying to determine what is not stock on this very nice car please. Is original exhaust gone? Mirrors I see, and shock tower mount. Anything else changed? Thank you.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641767559, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7629432, "authorName": "Shelby314159", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelby314159/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Meant shock tower brace", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641767601, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7629516, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi @Shelby314159 the modifications were done by previous owners, I do not have any original parts in my possession, including Exhaust. Here's a Summary of Modifications:\r\nValentine One Radar Detector was Added\r\nSpeakers have been Upgraded, look on the doors, you will see the tweeters, this addition was very tastefully done and sounds wonderful, stereo is factory original\r\nThe Shock Tower Brace was Added\r\nThe Exhaust is Not from the Factory but Wow does it sound amazing! The weather is clearing up here so I will try to post a video tomorrow with audio\r\nThe Stock Cell Phone has been Removed\r\nThe Mirrors are NOT original (they match my Euro CSi factory mirrors exactly)\r\nI have only one key, the previous owner has the other and forgot to send it to me years ago.\r\nThat's about all I can think of for now. From what I can tell, this car seems to have been more of a show car than a driver. The condition is phenomenal and the color is stunning. I will be happy to show it to you here in Missouri if interested, it does NOT disappoint!\r\nPlease let me know if you have any more questions.\r\nThanks,\r\nRyan", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641768717, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7629532, "authorName": "Shelby314159", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shelby314159/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "thanks for very fast response!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641769023, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7629899, "authorName": "Lukedogwalker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lukedogwalker/", "bidAmount": 120000, "content": "$120,000 bid placed by Lukedogwalker", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641774142, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7631366, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 121850, "content": "$121,850 bid placed by EuropeanSports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641826417, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7632341, "authorName": "jim_rosenthal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jim_rosenthal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm sure modern BMWs are excellent cars (I don't have a lot of seat time in any of them, just a bit) but as far as styling and elegance, I think BMW's best days are behind them. The original 8-series, the 507, the 2002, the M1.....perhaps a few others that escape me.... but none of their current offerings are in any way noteworthy with regard to their looks. It's probable that they will never make anything as pretty as the 8 series cars ever again. Pity, really.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1641837827, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7632344, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@gt3rs911 Have you checked your junk drawer for an old extra 850CSi key??\n\n;)\n\n@Jim_rosenthal add the E24 to that list. As far as I'm concerned, you just put any 30 year old (and older) BMW Coupe on that list. They're all special and were built with such character. \n\nAnd to your point-They just all look the same these days. It's a shame and it permeates almost all cars.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1641838010, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7632653, "authorName": "Timetodrive5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timetodrive5/", "bidAmount": 125000, "content": "$125,000 bid placed by Timetodrive5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641840728, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7635680, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 126000, "content": "$126,000 bid placed by EuropeanSports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641851416, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7637143, "authorName": "DennisLJacob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dennisljacob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Baust, I think you need to add the 6 speed manual naturally aspirated S85 cars to the mix. You don't find a V10, 500 hp, 200 mph car around each corner. Only a few manufacturers make NA V10's and only BMW made them to seat 4. Not taking away for the present car up for auction, but I see more collectibility in the e63/e64 potentially.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641858588, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7639237, "authorName": "KcPorsche", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kcporsche/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would like to come look at car. Please send contact info", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641913652, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7639425, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@KcPorsche please use the \"Contact Seller\" button and I will get back with you shortly. Thanks!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641915657, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7639496, "authorName": "absent", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/absent/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DennisLJacob,\r\nAudi would beg to differ (2007 S8 and S6, both V10 4 door sedans)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641916612, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7639531, "authorName": "DennisLJacob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dennisljacob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@absent, you are correct I forgot Audi used that motor in their sedan.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641917131, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7639791, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was just at a very prominent collector's shop in Seattle this past Saturday and it was sad to also hear him say \"I just don't care about modern BMWs. I had a newer M6 for a while, but it was a real Pain in the ass and didn't do anything for me. Sure it was fast, had all kinds of features..That was about it\" \n\nHe doesn't have it any more, drives an E36 Alpina B6 5 speed daily. I was sort of glad to hear that most of us are not alone in this thinking, but it's also quite sad for BMW, IMO. \n\nI'd also note that he just got an E31 (an Alpina B12 850CSi) which is off the charts beautiful, and this guy doesn't buy anything \"after\" they've gone up in value. He'd told me last year that if I was ever going to take the plunge on one, do it or get off the pot. I think the timing on these CSis is quickly going to get away from you if it's not bought before they're all 30 years old", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1641920333, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7640475, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have uploaded a cold start video of this car on YouTube here:\r\nhttps://youtu.be/vo6X3e4Toek", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1641926527, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7642785, "authorName": "absent", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/absent/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Baust, I have shared the same opinion regarding more recent BMW offerings, 2006 M5 being my last car from them until recently.\r\nI got tempted by the new M5CS and if you have not yet tried it, please do.\r\nThis car is truly the best M5 ever, a real monster, a true showcase of the best the BMW \"M\" engineers can come up with in every regard.\r\nIt seems like they put to use everything they know and cooked a perfect sports sedan, it is a Ferrari or Lambo like car for the people who don't want to be seen driving one but are not willing to give up the handling and performance.\r\nI'm daily driving it and while I got used to a regular M5 or E63 or RS7 after a short time, I am not getting used to this one.\r\nEvery time I take it for work commute or to get a \"gallon of milk\", it is an event, always exciting, always the novelty....", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1641935710, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7644425, "authorName": "Timetodrive5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/timetodrive5/", "bidAmount": 127000, "content": "$127,000 bid placed by Timetodrive5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1641941074, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7648232, "authorName": "KcPorsche", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kcporsche/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have used contact seller option 2x to set up appointment to look at car-no reply. Is something wrong with notification system?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642009322, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7649104, "authorName": "Chaser117", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chaser117/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is there a place you can search vins to see the rarity of these things? I have a 1997 850ci black on black and just checking the rarity.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642015683, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7651574, "authorName": "Bitdrive", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bitdrive/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Chaser117 not really the place for the question (its a google search away) but there were roughly 75, 850CI imported in '97 and fewer of that generation produced worldwide than the 850CSI shown here. That said, this 850CSI is WAYYYYYYY more valuable for a number of reasons.\r\n\r\nTo the seller of this 850CSI, wow she is gorgeous, GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642025707, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7651779, "authorName": "Chaser117", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chaser117/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bitdrive\r\nI agree, i just didnt know who to ask.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642026366, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7652920, "authorName": "CrevierClassic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crevierclassic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Chaser117 8coupe.com has all the information you seek.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642035584, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7653010, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @bitdrive, greatly appreciated!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642036762, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7653395, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The seller has informed us of a potential mechanical issue that they are in the process of having diagnosed. We appreciate the seller informing us of the issue, and we've extended the auction ending time until Tuesday 1/18 to see if the issue can be rectified. We look forward to an update from @RyanSheldon as soon as he has one. \r\n\r\n-BaT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642041327, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7653436, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A leak was found on the floor of my garage after moving the vehicle. I have confirmed the leak is coming from the rear end of the car. It will be picked by my service tech by Monday for a complete diagnosis. I will post an update once I have more details. I greatly appreciate BaT extending the auction so that we may have more time to determine the next course of action. I have also ordered new tires for this car in preparation for the next owner.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642041806, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7657458, "authorName": "DrewD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drewd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love this car. A German 550 Maranello.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642105133, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7657671, "authorName": "inline-six", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/inline-six/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@CrevierClassic unfortunately 8coupe.com has been offline for like 2 years. Also I haven't been able to contact the owner since that time. Anyone from the community here has info on that? Maybe @aleccartio?\r\n\r\nExcuse me @RyanSheldon, but this subject was brought up and it seemed logical to ask further, especially since 8coupe was such a valuable source of info for Eight lovers. \r\n\r\nI'm an owner of a low miles CSi in a very rare shade myself and this here example looks gorgeous. These machines truly are the epitome of BMW's best era.\r\n\r\nGLWTA to seller and potential buyer", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642105948, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7658569, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DrewD and @inline-six Thank you both for your kind words, this auction has brought an amazing group of people together!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642108308, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7659530, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 128000, "content": "$128,000 bid placed by EuropeanSports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642111239, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7659932, "authorName": "Dominic321", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dominic321/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Throwing Stars \u263a\ufe0f", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642112414, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7663530, "authorName": "mfgdog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mfgdog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful 850. Always wanted one. Now I just dream of seeing one in person. Today\u2019s BMW designers have a tough task in matching or besting past BMW designs! This 850 is tops.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642176910, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7679056, "authorName": "TedBobo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tedbobo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice \u201ceuro\u201d FTP\u2019s (Flash To Pass) front bumper light strip. I changed mine to the euro version about 10yrs ago. Rumor has it that DOT doesn\u2019t allow import of the euro FTP anymore. But, they look great on this CSi.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642364977, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7679877, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TedBobo you know, I completely forgot about this upgrade!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642368086, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7680774, "authorName": "TedBobo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tedbobo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RyanSheldon - The FTP\u2019s and the euro side mirrors are worthwhile upgrades. Both are about twice the old price today\u2026.if you can get them.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642372198, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7683825, "authorName": "PanteraMike74", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/panteramike74/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "May have been asked/answered earlier but is that an Eisenman (sp?) exhaust?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642442430, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7683843, "authorName": "PanteraMike74", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/panteramike74/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For that last couple of years I've kept my BaT Top 10 This Would Be My Collection list. @aleccartio, sorry, but I'm afraid this one will be booting the Oxford Green example you sold a while ago off of my list. Timeless beauty. I'll enjoy watching this moonshot!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642442644, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7684360, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I won't let this boot the Oxford green one off the top 10 list. I will want them both to stay in top 10.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642446357, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7685236, "authorName": "PanteraMike74", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/panteramike74/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My Top 10 includes many marques with a core of NA V12 manual trans. BMW, Lamborghini, Aston, Ferrari.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642448666, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7688623, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TedBobo\n\nI keep looking and looking at the FTPs. I don\u2019t get it..How are they different in the Euro version?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642462719, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7688857, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Today the car was put on the lift, we found a seal leaking from the rear differential. Parts have been ordered and will be repaired as soon as they arrive. In addition, we discovered a few patched scratches on the passenger side rear bumper cover that are difficult to see when the car is on the ground. If you are unhappy with the condition of this car, I will ACCEPT RETURNS and I will provide a FULL REFUND, which I will gladly discuss with the high bidder.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1642466186, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7688865, "authorName": "TedBobo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tedbobo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Baust - Euro version side lenses are smoked. US version are yellow.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642466314, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7689428, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@PanteraMike64 Yes, Eisenmann Exhaust, and it sounds SPECTACULAR! You might get a rough idea from the video I posted.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642474617, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7689503, "authorName": "BJBoyle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bjboyle/", "bidAmount": 129000, "content": "$129,000 bid placed by BJBoyle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642476655, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7689736, "authorName": "Jeepguy2021", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeepguy2021/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I loved these old 850s in murda out black the best with limo tinted windows.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642483106, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7689738, "authorName": "rickambrose", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickambrose/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely beautiful and under-bid. WOW.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642483241, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7689742, "authorName": "rickambrose", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickambrose/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Perfect.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642483303, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7690037, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 130000, "content": "$130,000 bid placed by EuropeanSports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642510973, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7690352, "authorName": "jasper911S", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jasper911s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is really special. And this color (not black) really helps show off the understated beauty of this car's contours and lines (I had one in Mauritius Blau 15 years back--oh I loved looking at that car). Someone is going to love this car--just fabulous to drive at triple digits effortlessly. The only car I've owned with an inverted acceleration curve--it will accelerate faster as it goes--like a jet engine. Note the lack of a B pillar that makes this such a slick design---little known fact--at about 100 mph with the windows down, the car will automatically close itself up so that the rear window doesn't blow out. Good luck and enjoy this car---it is jam packed with the most cutting edge technology available (i.e., first fly by wire throttlebodies, networked electrical system, two of everything, etc.).", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642516912, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7690791, "authorName": "inline-six", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/inline-six/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Since @jesper911S started about the beautiful looks of the E31, I'd like to add that in my opinion the unique lines of the model (the design is incomparable, even to other BMW's) will set it even more apart as it ages further. \r\n\r\nWhat I like about this specific example is the absence of a (phone) antenna. Back then E31's (at least the Euro CSi's) were given mobile phones above average. The antenna disturbs the cars clean lines. Some were mounted on the rear window, but most on one of the rear quarters or even the roof. I don't keep up with 'normal' 850's coming to market, but here in Europe I monitor the CSi's and more than half have been miss formed in this way. The horror!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642522019, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7690795, "authorName": "VolvoguyKC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvoguykc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Other than the tires, this is the holy grail of BMW's. I am giddy to watch this end.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642522088, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7690918, "authorName": "PanteraMike74", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/panteramike74/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RyanSheldon, so long as the scuff on the bumper cover is not through the clear coat I believe most if not all could be buffed out with a Griot's random orbital buffer, 3\" or 6\", and All-in-1 polishing compound. Do a thorough clay bar cleaning of the area with detailing solution first. I've taken a coupe of scuffs like that out off of my Pantera and Mustang with amazing results.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642523180, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7691204, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TedBobo yes I see the smoked amber corners, I just don't see anything different in the Flash-to-pass lenses, nor know of a Euro-difference in those..\n\nMaybe I'm mis reading what you meant. Just a curiosity ;)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642525750, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7691343, "authorName": "dreamwreckerkyle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dreamwreckerkyle/", "bidAmount": 131000, "content": "$131,000 bid placed by dreamwreckerkyle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642527455, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7691401, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi @Baust in U.S. cars, the lens is clear and you can see the bulb inside, in Euro cars you can't, its opaque.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642528065, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7691529, "authorName": "JGrills", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jgrills/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bidding against a company seems wrong.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642529331, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7691532, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RyanSheldon Ahh I see! That clears that up ;) pardon the bad pun..", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642529347, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694242, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Glad to see it being in the final stretch. Ryan is a great and honest seller, as well as a great fellow and friensld. When he saw the leak, he reached out to me for advice. I connected in BAT\u2019s Zac Beatty and the extension was the solution, as well as the solution to the car problem itself. \nHopefully this beauty will go to a great new custodian home. \n\nBid with confidence folks. This is the only one in the country in this color. \n\nAlec.\n\nPs: I highly respect Ryan\u2019s integrity.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1642539047, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694331, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@aleccartio ~ Nice of you to chime in along with your help.\r\n\r\nGood luck seller & bidders shortly", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642539375, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694351, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 132000, "content": "$132,000 bid placed by EuropeanSports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642539434, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694356, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @trademark. \r\nYou know me and CSi\u2019s. It\u2019s my world.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642539444, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694390, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks a ton @aleccartio!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1642539552, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694389, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Alec is the 850CSi guru ;)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642539676, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694450, "authorName": "dreamwreckerkyle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dreamwreckerkyle/", "bidAmount": 133000, "content": "$133,000 bid placed by dreamwreckerkyle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642539750, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694457, "authorName": "willsauter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willsauter/", "bidAmount": 135000, "content": "$135,000 bid placed by willsauter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642539765, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694472, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 140000, "content": "$140,000 bid placed by EuropeanSports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642539792, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694479, "authorName": "willsauter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willsauter/", "bidAmount": 150000, "content": "$150,000 bid placed by willsauter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642539816, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694505, "authorName": "dreamwreckerkyle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dreamwreckerkyle/", "bidAmount": 152000, "content": "$152,000 bid placed by dreamwreckerkyle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642539908, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694511, "authorName": "MajorCheese", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/majorcheese/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@PanteraMike74 @EuropeanSports, although this example is a pure beauty, it could never knock off an Oxford Green Metallic from its' perch. However, I am a bit biased though!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642539918, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694515, "authorName": "willsauter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willsauter/", "bidAmount": 158000, "content": "$158,000 bid placed by willsauter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642539935, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694533, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 160000, "content": "$160,000 bid placed by EuropeanSports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540007, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694546, "authorName": "willsauter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willsauter/", "bidAmount": 162750, "content": "$162,750 bid placed by willsauter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540060, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694557, "authorName": "maxpowermotors", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maxpowermotors/", "bidAmount": 164444, "content": "$164,444 bid placed by maxpowermotors", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540086, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694556, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Willsauter really wants this one.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540086, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694562, "authorName": "willsauter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willsauter/", "bidAmount": 168500, "content": "$168,500 bid placed by willsauter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540122, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694564, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We all want it ~ Just can't afford it ;)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642540126, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694565, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you all so much!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1642540128, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694566, "authorName": "livyathan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/livyathan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "New record for an 850 CSI and it deserves it", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1642540129, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694567, "authorName": "willsauter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willsauter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I do.", "likes": 11, "timestamp": 1642540143, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694560, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My CSi heart is very happy to see these results now. 5 years of hard advertising has paid off.\n\nA new record", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1642540150, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694574, "authorName": "12amDemon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/12amdemon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "i have a hotwheels version of it....closest I'll ever get...", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1642540177, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694579, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Frankly these were due for a \"move\"..But indeed this is a very unique one with the color and mileage", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1642540189, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694586, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 169500, "content": "$169,500 bid placed by EuropeanSports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540207, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694598, "authorName": "taylorpatterson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/taylorpatterson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\ud83c\udf7f", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642540269, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694599, "authorName": "12amDemon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/12amdemon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "missed opportunity for $169,420 lol", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642540271, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694601, "authorName": "MouseMotors", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mousemotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What does this mean for standard 850's?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540275, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694607, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "European sports for his third one\u2026", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540293, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694611, "authorName": "dreamwreckerkyle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dreamwreckerkyle/", "bidAmount": 170850, "content": "$170,850 bid placed by dreamwreckerkyle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540300, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694617, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Imagine a bidder named Kenny going up against Kyle", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642540330, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694619, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like Dreamwrecker will wreck our dreams on this one.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642540336, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694623, "authorName": "swb911s", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swb911s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Outstanding bids for a late 850 three pedal", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540341, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694622, "authorName": "willsauter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willsauter/", "bidAmount": 175000, "content": "$175,000 bid placed by willsauter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540341, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7694629, "authorName": "12amDemon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/12amdemon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MouseMotors eventually these will cost too much money for us plebs to afford and will have to settle for buying up the 850i and 850cs", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642540362, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694632, "authorName": "JoeinMI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joeinmi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MouseMotors About the same as a 250GTO auction does for your F340.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1642540364, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694643, "authorName": "jammer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jammer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I like willsauter's bidding style", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642540399, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694644, "authorName": "JoeinMI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joeinmi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just waiting for the $185,000 bid.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540400, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694645, "authorName": "MouseMotors", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mousemotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JoeinMI a manual with 600 miles?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642540401, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694650, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This auction should purge many more from hiding.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1642540418, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694662, "authorName": "JoeinMI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joeinmi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MouseMotors That\u2019s certainly an outlier. Alec might have a better idea.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540442, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694665, "authorName": "livyathan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/livyathan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@willsauter go for it", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540452, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694670, "authorName": "willsauter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willsauter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 1/18/22 for $175,000 to willsauter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540462, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 7694674, "authorName": "RazzleDaz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/razzledaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think this car is going high due to the car itself. Not much to do with advertising over a 5 year period. These were always going to be collectible classics. Awesome auction.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642540469, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694676, "authorName": "VolvoguyKC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvoguykc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow. Enjoy.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642540474, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694679, "authorName": "jammer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jammer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats @willsauter. Was rooting for you.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1642540484, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694682, "authorName": "EuropeanSports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/europeansports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats to seller.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642540492, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694684, "authorName": "12amDemon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/12amdemon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "congrats! is this a new record price for an 850csi?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1642540493, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694686, "authorName": "livyathan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/livyathan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bravo, enjoy in good health", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642540497, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694690, "authorName": "swb911s", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swb911s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well sold....", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642540504, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694692, "authorName": "aleccartio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aleccartio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow\r\nWow\r\nWow\r\n\r\nSuper congrats to Ryan and the entire e31 community.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1642540511, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694699, "authorName": "TedBobo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tedbobo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Amazing!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642540536, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694700, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm stunned", "likes": 16, "timestamp": 1642540541, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694705, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great auction seller @RyanSheldon ~ Well done\r\n\r\nHappy for you @willsauter ~ Fantastic car", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642540561, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694734, "authorName": "Baust", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/baust/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats to you @RyanSheldon !! Great to see and lots of fun. And your diligence and honesty and work paid off well :)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642540642, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694765, "authorName": "maxpowermotors", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maxpowermotors/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "one of the nicest ones on the planet. congrats.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642540742, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694804, "authorName": "trademark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trademark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice sportsmanship @maxpowermotors ~ Nice to see", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642540850, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7694877, "authorName": "willsauter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willsauter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@maxpowermotors - Thank you!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642541134, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7695596, "authorName": "RyanSheldon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ryansheldon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@willsauter thanks a ton, you will not regret this one! @aleccartio you are the best, thank you! Thanks to all the bidders on this one, it's greatly appreciated! Thanks for all the great and kind comments, this has been very memorable and bittersweet! Time for me to plot selling another car....hmmm, I wonder what else is lurking in my garage...", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1642543770, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7695877, "authorName": "Cartoonz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cartoonz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm liking this result... y'all will see why soon. Special unicorns are bringing special money.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1642544741, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7696732, "authorName": "Copescobra", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/copescobra/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Between this and the recent red one Alec sold I think I may have waited too long as these have really taken my breath away. Spouse convinced me to sell our 850 for a 4 door. Marriage what can I say\u2026.happy wife no 850 in the garage oh- happy life", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1642547967, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7697882, "authorName": "Gusto850", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gusto850/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Damn I\u2019m going to sell my 850 too", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1642563008, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7903393, "authorName": "willsauter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willsauter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@gt3rs911 I messaged you on M5board about the parts. I'd love to reunite them with the car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1644859411, "type": "comment"}]