[{"id": 11270471, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "great color.... we had a 'fake' 1977 Old's 442 back when new in our family.... had a gutless 231 cubic inch V6 that eventually threw a rod. Nice to see one that lives up to its' name.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682090071, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11270475, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 442, "content": "$442 bid placed by onlyhonda4me", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682090096, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11270481, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": ".... I just couldn't resist having the first and coolest bid number on this one ;)\r\n\r\nGLWTA to all", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1682090149, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11270926, "authorName": "mlesko73", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mlesko73/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pretty car with muscle\r\nAlways, always have to see a convertible with the top down IMHO\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1682093849, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11271012, "authorName": "swpolston", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swpolston/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Running video?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682094418, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11271126, "authorName": "Mike_Breinin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_breinin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Olds had the best exhaust tips of them all. The trumpets are ever so slighly cooler than the GTO splitters.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682095073, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11271184, "authorName": "jjaxel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jjaxel/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by jjaxel", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682095448, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11271325, "authorName": "Craigjl63", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/craigjl63/", "bidAmount": 1442, "content": "$1,442 bid placed by Craigjl63", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682096363, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11271333, "authorName": "Craigjl63", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/craigjl63/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": ":)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682096398, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11271421, "authorName": "jjaxel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jjaxel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any information on the replacement 455? Is it a W-30 spec engine? Compression ratio, original year, what it came out of?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682096811, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11272228, "authorName": "BH623", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bh623/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "$2,500 bid placed by BH623", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682099878, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11272543, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jjaxel The spare engine in the car came out of a 1969 Olds 98 so it is not a W-30spec. Had only about 60k on the engine. I removed the original engine that came with the car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682101421, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11273342, "authorName": "TAE", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tae/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is the loose engine the original that came with the car when new and taken out, or just another replacement engine? Any original documentation such as window sticker, build sheet, etc? Other than the stated service work performed the car is original and unrestored correct? Seems like an honest 442. Thanks.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682104907, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11273465, "authorName": "6runner8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/6runner8/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by 6runner8", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682105419, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11273646, "authorName": "OldsRocketMan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oldsrocketman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Seller - you shared that you removed the original engine that came with the car. Do you still have it and was it matching numbers? Is the trans matching numbers? TY!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682106352, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11273686, "authorName": "OldsRocketMan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oldsrocketman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Seller - if the car sells to a California buyer, sill the plates accompany the car? Would you know what CA DMV is like when it comes to registering an old car regarding emissions?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682106508, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11274138, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@TAE The loose engine on the engine stand is the original engine that came with the car. To my understanding from prior owner history - the lady stated it was the original engine. I do not have the original window sticker. I do have a corner of the broadcast sheet that I found on the floor after I had the car shipped to Florida so perhaps the rest of the build sheet could be under the drivers seat or somewhere in the car. I have looked but could not find it. The car is original but the prior owner did indicate they restored it and painted it Galleon Gold with the white stripes during their ownership.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682108629, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11274195, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@OldsRocketMan If a buyer is in California - I can release the current plates that I got as seen in the picture. It is my understanding that you can bring both plates as well as the stickers on the plates and the registration to CA DMV and they will allow you to reissue the plates (as long as there are both plates front and rear) and register in the new owners name. Any car prior to 1980's is exempt from CA emissions. Hope that helps.\r\nThe engine on the stand in the pics is the original engine that came with the car when I purchased it and I understand from the prior owner it was the original engine that came with the car when they purchased it. I cannot confirm this of course. I have no record or any indication that the Transmission has been replaced and it could be original to the car. I have had it rebuilt twice during my ownership.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682108914, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11274435, "authorName": "ettev15z", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ettev15z/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Maybe someday the world will eventually get the W option codes correct. It is not a \"W30 style fiberglass hood\". It is a W25 Outside Air Induction hood, which is a standalone option that was required for W30 and W31 engines. It is not a \"W25 style rear spoiler\". That's the code for the hood. The spoiler is W35. One might call the differential cover \"W27 style\", because a W27 is an aluminum differential housing, not just a cover, and it's a 10-bolt Oldsmobile axle, not to be confused with a 12-bolt Chevy axle just because there are 12 screws on the cover.\r\n\r\n@airdefenz It's easy enough to figure out if the loose engine is the original. Look at the VIN derivative stamped into the left front side of the block just below the head. If the second digit is 0 for 1970, and the six digit serial number matches the car, it's original. That said, the paint on the engine is not Oldsmobile blue, and the valve covers are on the wrong sides, so somebody has been into it before. There is also a VIN derivative stamped into the left side of the transmission case about halfway back right above the oil pan if you want to check its originality.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1682110009, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11274575, "authorName": "TAE", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tae/", "bidAmount": 5442, "content": "$5,442 bid placed by TAE", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682110438, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11274683, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ettev15z Thank you Sir! Appreciate the heads up. Thanks for the clarification on the W25 Outside Air Induction hood as well. I purchased a Thornton reproduction hood to eventually put on this car if I ever had it painted but never got around to it. Still in its original box. I am going to have the shop take a look and see if we can obtain the Engine stamp as you indicated on the block.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682110769, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11276782, "authorName": "Paschal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/paschal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here comes the flak but we never put a man on the moon.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682125993, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11277762, "authorName": "GearheadPaul", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gearheadpaul/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice 442! Love that color. I think you can get a few more drops of washer fluid in the reservoir haha", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682164900, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11278096, "authorName": "SouthBender", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/southbender/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "974 on the firewall refers to the gold bucket seat interior. I've heard that only about 10% of the cars this year came with the gold interior, but haven't seen it documented anywhere. It's quite striking against the gold paint (as well as some other colors the factory paired it with). @airdefenz - Can we get a photo of the cowl tag at some point?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682169982, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11278118, "authorName": "bkrug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkrug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pics of the partial vin on the loose engine as well as the partial vin on the transmission could change the dynamic of the bidding on this auction, good luck", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682170223, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11278224, "authorName": "bobwop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobwop/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The title VIN is listed as incorrect, with the Z being mistakenly stated as 2. That is a huge problem. If the error was made during the transfer to the current owner, CA DMV should be willing and able to correct the error. Would the Seller please investigate?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682171420, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11278877, "authorName": "Kruzmisl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kruzmisl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "CA doesn\u2019t require smog for 1975 and older.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682177859, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11279647, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bobwop Yes - I can certainly have CA fix the error. The error can also be fixed when the car is registered and insured in a new state or registered in Ca. It is customary for DMV to do a Vehicle Verification where they can see the VIN should be a \"Z\". It is a common mistake and can be easily rectified via the DMV Vehicle verification.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682183754, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11279667, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bkrug I am going to work on that. Appreciate the feedback.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682183864, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11280148, "authorName": "bobwop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobwop/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@airdefenz. PLEASE get the title corrected. It's not as simple as you may think to correct such an error after ownership has changed. I know for a fact that WI would force the new owner to go back through the chain of ownership to get it corrected. It is an arduous process. In States like Alabama, Georgia, New York, etc., a title is not issued on a car of this age. So the problem is prolonged. UNLESS, YOU do the right thing and have it corrected. Did you know that Illinois State Police may impound a vehicle if on the road with a Title VIN that doesn't perfectly match the VIN of the vehicle? Please post when you have done so. I wish to be a bidder.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682186078, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11280504, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bobwop Understood. Appreciate the feedback. Will work on that Monday.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682187647, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11280974, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SouthBender Cowl Tag photo", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682190047, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11281491, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682192724, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11282572, "authorName": "joe_padavano", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joe_padavano/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why do people always put the valve covers on backwards? The notches are to clear the HVAC box and the power brake booster and go towards the rear of the motor.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1682197839, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11283677, "authorName": "SouthBender", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/southbender/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow! Look at that low VIN and a body number 00006! Built the 4th week of August 1969. This may be the earliest 1970 442 convertible in existence. Love the gold over gold. Originally came with an H code \"dark gold\" convertible top also, but good luck finding a replacement in that color now. GLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1682205213, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11284218, "authorName": "Uravals4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/uravals4/", "bidAmount": 6442, "content": "$6,442 bid placed by Uravals4", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682212899, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11284959, "authorName": "Longtimecarguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/longtimecarguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BaT, the first paragraph says that the seller installed a replacement engine, yet the later engine paragraph says \"The replacement 455ci V8 was installed under previous ownership\". It can't be both. In the comments the seller is very clear that it was done under his ownership. Could you please correct the first para.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682248251, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11285051, "authorName": "rbcnewfield", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbcnewfield/", "bidAmount": 9909, "content": "$9,909 bid placed by rbcnewfield", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682252094, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11288795, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "VIN Stamp on engine that is outside of the car. It is numbers matching to the VIN (100478).\r\n@Longtimecarguy Correct - This is a numbers matching engine that came with this car when I purchased it in 2006. I had the original engine rebuilt and it was bored .0.60 over so to preserve the engine - I removed it and stored it in our shop under a plastic cover on an engine stand. The starter motor is with it but I am not sure of its originality. I purchased a 455 engine from a 1969 Olds 98 with low miles and had that engine rebuilt by friends as a team project. To this day - the engine runs exceptionally well and since I wanted to drive this car to shows - it worked out perfectly. Working to get the Transmission stamp tomorrow. More to follow. The original engine will be in an engine crate and shipped to the new owner should the car sell.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1682278706, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11288922, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SouthBender - Yes Sir. The convertible top was Gold as you indicated and I did have pictures of the car prior to its restoration under previous ownership. As stated below - I only removed and rebuilt the original engine and the spare engine that is in the car now. It had Black stripes originally as well according to the prior owners records. I moved and have yet to find the file but like anything else - it will suddenly turn up in my boxes. This is a special car and it will certainly be \"the one I regretted selling\" should it sell. But - time marches on and it should go to a new owner who will value and appreciate the car as I have done over the years. The car was manufactured in GM's Fremont CA plant near where I used to live in Livermore CA and was sold at Burlingame Chevrolet back in 1970.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682279216, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11289441, "authorName": "villager1114", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/villager1114/", "bidAmount": 20442, "content": "$20,442 bid placed by villager1114", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682282266, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11291035, "authorName": "bkrug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkrug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@airdefenz nice that the loose engine matches the car, add the partial vin on the transmission ( it can be a little hard to get a pic) and the 2 digit rear axle code which in 1970 is on the back passenger side of the rear axle tube, all 3 main drive train components may match the car vin, it is worth the effort to find out, good luck.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682290234, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11291656, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bkrug Thanks so much for your advice. I will be visiting the transmission shop tomorrow to see if we can put the car in the lift and find the stamp as you indicated as well as the rear axle code. Funny - when I saw this car it n 2006 in a garage in Ohio - I completely saw the value and beauty of this car and bought it within 20 mins of discussion with the seller. I never checked these important things but saw through the history it was a car the first owner loved and cherished for many years and I clearly saw why. Appreciate your direction here.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1682297242, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11291727, "authorName": "bkrug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkrug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@airdefenz The transmission partial vin stamping is on the drivers side, stamped on the main case, on a small 1/2\" high flat pad just above the pan rail. It is typically hidden behind the shifter cable boot, and above the cable retaining bracket that utilizes 2 pan bolts to secure it . The stamping digits are small, only 1/8\" high numbers, you will have to clean the area to see them. Good luck.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682298174, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11291877, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@joe_padavano hey there - thanks for your input on the valve covers. I was doing research on the transmission (mine should be code \u201cOW\u201d apparently for Olds 442 Ram Air and I came across your post from Dec 5, 2007 on AACA website. Fantastic post! I learn so much every day. Thanks for your input. Appreciate your knowledge Sir!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682300005, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11292027, "authorName": "joe_padavano", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joe_padavano/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The OW trans was only used on W30 cars. Despite the added hood and stripes, this is not a factory W30. Regular 442s used an OG code TH400, which I assume is what is in your car. The wing wasn't factory installed either, as it was not available on the convertible.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682301920, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11292188, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@joe_padavano Yes - this is not a W-30 car. The wing on the trunk was added by the prior owners according to their records. I agree as I have never seen another wing on a convertible. Yes - I will see what the Transmission code says tomorrow hopefully if we can find the stamp. Your knowledge is appreciated and thank you again.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682305024, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11292475, "authorName": "RSA1962", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rsa1962/", "bidAmount": 21000, "content": "$21,000 bid placed by RSA1962", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682311774, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11293305, "authorName": "HG52", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hg52/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SouthBender: Looks like these are post 1970 front fenders on this car- is that right? (wow- I'm actually retaining some of my BAT knowledge!)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682343594, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11293398, "authorName": "455bobj", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/455bobj/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bobwop Georgia does indeed issue titles. I bought a 1970 Oldsmobile from Ohio seller back 2009. I surrendered the Ohio title at the local tax office, and a few days later, I received the Georgia title. No problem .", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682344700, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11293400, "authorName": "SouthBender", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/southbender/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@HG52 - Yes, the front fenders have been replaced. I'm also trying to figure out why the gap between the hood \"tooth\" (aka \"head basher\") and the top of the bumper looks so large. Usually they are almost touching. Hood alignment is pretty good compared to most W-25 hoods, so I'll give the gap a pass.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1682344777, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11293447, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Transmission ID Plate and stamp number @bkrug, @joe_padavano Confirmed that this is \"70 -OG\" as stamped on the plate. GM Stamp on transmission is \"8623500\"", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682345193, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11293488, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SouthBender @HG52 - Yes - when the car was restored by the prior owner they confirmed both fenders were replaced. I actually sourced a 1970 fender that has no \"ridges\" on the seam with the intent on changing out to put a 1970 fender on with the Thornton reproduction Metal OAI hood I purchased but never got around to do that.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682345512, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11293490, "authorName": "455bobj", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/455bobj/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ airdefenz The photos and videos are shot in vertical portrait mode. Best practice is to shoot in horizontal mode. Also, have a passenger take the video for you. Nice car less the wing. Should do very well here. Good luck.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682345544, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11293591, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@455bobj Thank you for your comments. Bat does like the photos to be in Horizontal mode as seen in the listing. It was difficult to get the Transmission photos and VIN Engine stamp but thankfully they are small and can be seen easily.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682346458, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11293609, "authorName": "BH623", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bh623/", "bidAmount": 24000, "content": "$24,000 bid placed by BH623", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682346614, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11293617, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bobwop I have obtained the affidavit from a Sheriff here in Florida for the VIN Verification. I will send to CA DMV today via certified registered mail. Both VIN's with the \"Z\" and the \"2\" were found in the National databases. Since this was CA DMV Verification's fault - I will impress upon them to expedite this title replacement.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682346682, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11293666, "authorName": "bobwop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobwop/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@airdefenz , thank you for your efforts", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682347186, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11294172, "authorName": "RJThay", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rjthay/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lots of comments about the VIN and build location.\r\nThe country code is 3 meaning Canada, which means the plant code should be \"2\" (not Z) St Therese, QUE", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682351388, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11294178, "authorName": "bkrug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkrug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@airdefenz The trans tag looks correct, the pic of the numbers is not the one I was referring too. There is a partial vin stamping on the drivers side, location as discussed in my previous comment that should match the car's vin #, the fact that your trans tag is correct, there is a good possibility the partial vin will match your car's vin.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682351450, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11294297, "authorName": "SouthBender", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/southbender/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RJThay - The first (and only) 3 in the VIN is the division code for Oldsmobile. Z is for the Fremont, CA plant. This is not a Canadian car, period.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682352595, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11294412, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bkrug Ok. I see. I will take it back to the shop and see if they can put the car back on the lift. Stand by.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682353369, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11294520, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bkrug These are some markings we found on the other side but not the VIN.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682354333, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11294823, "authorName": "SouthBender", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/southbender/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@joe_padavano - I wonder if you could put this question to bed for me: Since 442 convertibles were based on the Cutlass Supreme body, should they have Supreme taillight lenses with the SS trim or do they use the same lenses as those used on the other 442s (unpainted raised rectangular lip in the center)? I've seen them both ways. The ones on this car are neither, and appear to be the type used on the Cutlass S.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682355992, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11296257, "authorName": "joe_padavano", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joe_padavano/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SouthBender despite the Supreme body, the 442 convertible got the same tail lights as did other 442s that year. What you see today are a lot of incorrectly restored cars. This is clearly called out in the Product Information Manual (aka the Assembly Manual) where it shows that all 4400 series cars (442s) got one tail light assembly and all 4200 series cars (Supremes) got a different one.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682360726, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11296313, "authorName": "joe_padavano", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joe_padavano/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@airdefenz The VIN derivative stamp on the trans case will be on the driver's side of the trans case, just above the oil pan rail and forward of the electrical connector. It's on the flat surface between the two ribs on that side of the case.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682360896, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11296355, "authorName": "Jeffz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeffz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Re the taillights: they wore quickly. Dad bought a Supreme new in 1970. The bright trim on the lenses wore off in spots in the first couple years. I was 14 and doted on the car, trying to keep it like new, hoping it'd be mine someday. It was, in 1976 he got a new one, but by then the trim was worse and even the grey plastic sidewall of one had warped/rippled so much a pencil could be wedged between it and the bumper (Chicago weather). But it was still a great car, with the 350ci, 310hp engine.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682361047, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11300701, "authorName": "bkrug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkrug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@joe_padavano Thanks Joe, I thought I had already explained the partial vin location, but as you know it is not obvious, as well it doesn't hurt to have a different description as to finding the pad location. @airdefenz hopefully between our 2 descriptions of the partial vin pad location you will locate it this time.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682385167, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11300955, "authorName": "joe_padavano", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joe_padavano/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bkrug I wish I could post a photo, as that would make it even easier. ;-)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682388249, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11301121, "authorName": "bkrug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkrug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@joe_padavano I think we are good here Joe, the rest is up to the seller at this point.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682390555, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11301918, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bkrug @joe_padavano Thanks to you both. I have an appt Thursday to get the car back to the shop to look for the requested VIN Stamp on the Transmission. I am sure we will find it.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1682426351, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11307701, "authorName": "ettev15z", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ettev15z/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "1971 Chevelle TH400 picture I hijacked... http://chevellestuff.net/qd/images/trans/11l167658.jpg", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682457869, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11309398, "authorName": "bkrug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkrug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ettev15z yes sir, it will be in the same location on this 442's transmission", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682470256, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11316231, "authorName": "mjl22", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjl22/", "bidAmount": 24250, "content": "$24,250 bid placed by mjl22", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682543223, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11325382, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bkrug The shop had some emergencies to attend to today so the lift was not available. I am going back down at 8am tomorrow and we should easily find the VIN Transmission stamp with the specific locations as you commented below. Thank you @ettev15z and @bkrug. Sorry for the delay in getting that VIN Stamp. Where there is a will...there is a way so it will happen.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682630140, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11325596, "authorName": "VolvoguyKC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvoguykc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Zero pictures with the top down?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682631052, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11326980, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@VolvoguyKC I will absolutely take some pics tomorrow with the top down. Thank you for suggesting that as it\u2019s important. I will take more pics of the interior as well.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682638033, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11328295, "authorName": "Randyjrracing", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/randyjrracing/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does the car leak oil coolant etc? Just wondering because of the rubber mat on your driveway in the video. And other pictures took in the grass . Let us know. Thanks.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682674956, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11328301, "authorName": "Randyjrracing", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/randyjrracing/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Also any updates on title situation about California title error the z being a 2 on your title? Let me know before I bid.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682675278, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11328375, "authorName": "Bmyers", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmyers/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If this had ac for us Fl guys it would be perfect , one of the most attentive sellers I have seen here. Hopefully this has a nice bidding bump at the end!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682680297, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11328816, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bkrug @joe_padavano @ettev15z - Thank you for your guidance on finding the Transmission VIN Stamp. Pics are attached and confirm it is a numbers matching Transmission #100478. Sorry for the delay - The shop was very busy and we had to remove the Clamp to take the pic.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1682688328, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11328822, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Randyjrracing Yes on the title - I had to fill an additional form for CA DMV. It was sent out today and will likely be end of next week when I get a new title in the mail. I will attempt to expedite the title with DMV.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682688444, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11328832, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bmyers Thank you for your comments as they are appreciated. It is a great car so I am happy to answer any questions. If it had Factory AC that would be something rare for sure. Thanks again!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682688557, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11328877, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Randyjrracing There is no coolant leak and we also check the oil pan and surrounding area and we did not see any visible leaks. Pics attached", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682688926, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11328909, "authorName": "bkrug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkrug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@airdefenz Glad you found the partial vin on the transmission, good luck.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682689262, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11329026, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Volvoguykc Pics and a video of the top down", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682690329, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11329041, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Volvoguykc pics", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682690424, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11329166, "authorName": "VolvoguyKC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvoguykc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@airdefenz thanks. Do the windows work? (They're still up in the pictures)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682691642, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11329278, "authorName": "SouthBender", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/southbender/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For any bidders contemplating removing the rear wing upon purchase by replacing the deck lid, be advised that the convertibles share their deck lid with the 4-door models. The 2-door hardtop Supreme and the fastback Cutlass S each had unique deck lids.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1682692659, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11329378, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Volvoguykc Yes Sir - windows work.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682693627, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331237, "authorName": "BH623", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bh623/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by BH623", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682704168, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331376, "authorName": "muscle4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/muscle4me/", "bidAmount": 26000, "content": "$26,000 bid placed by muscle4me", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682704805, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331519, "authorName": "Randyjrracing", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/randyjrracing/", "bidAmount": 26500, "content": "$26,500 bid placed by Randyjrracing", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705304, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331531, "authorName": "muscle4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/muscle4me/", "bidAmount": 26750, "content": "$26,750 bid placed by muscle4me", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705345, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331540, "authorName": "mr76321", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr76321/", "bidAmount": 28001, "content": "$28,001 bid placed by mr76321", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705359, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331559, "authorName": "jasonnuzzo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jasonnuzzo/", "bidAmount": 28503, "content": "$28,503 bid placed by jasonnuzzo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705400, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331568, "authorName": "muscle4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/muscle4me/", "bidAmount": 28753, "content": "$28,753 bid placed by muscle4me", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705431, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331587, "authorName": "mr76321", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr76321/", "bidAmount": 29800, "content": "$29,800 bid placed by mr76321", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705469, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331594, "authorName": "1chad1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1chad1/", "bidAmount": 30442, "content": "$30,442 bid placed by 1chad1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705484, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331596, "authorName": "KJ69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kj69/", "bidAmount": 31000, "content": "$31,000 bid placed by KJ69", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705487, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331600, "authorName": "Auto44you", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/auto44you/", "bidAmount": 31500, "content": "$31,500 bid placed by Auto44you", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705503, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331606, "authorName": "KJ69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kj69/", "bidAmount": 33000, "content": "$33,000 bid placed by KJ69", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705518, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331624, "authorName": "muscle4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/muscle4me/", "bidAmount": 33250, "content": "$33,250 bid placed by muscle4me", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705562, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331633, "authorName": "KJ69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kj69/", "bidAmount": 34000, "content": "$34,000 bid placed by KJ69", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705581, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331642, "authorName": "muscle4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/muscle4me/", "bidAmount": 34250, "content": "$34,250 bid placed by muscle4me", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705604, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331647, "authorName": "TherealSBZBAMCO1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/therealsbzbamco1/", "bidAmount": 34500, "content": "$34,500 bid placed by TherealSBZBAMCO1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705617, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331649, "authorName": "1chad1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1chad1/", "bidAmount": 35000, "content": "$35,000 bid placed by 1chad1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705621, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331658, "authorName": "bkrug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkrug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think the bidders have a ways to go here", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705656, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331665, "authorName": "mjl22", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjl22/", "bidAmount": 35250, "content": "$35,250 bid placed by mjl22", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705689, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331674, "authorName": "muscle4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/muscle4me/", "bidAmount": 35500, "content": "$35,500 bid placed by muscle4me", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705706, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331693, "authorName": "1saville", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1saville/", "bidAmount": 36000, "content": "$36,000 bid placed by 1saville", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705772, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331697, "authorName": "KJ69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kj69/", "bidAmount": 36500, "content": "$36,500 bid placed by KJ69", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705781, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331713, "authorName": "1saville", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1saville/", "bidAmount": 38000, "content": "$38,000 bid placed by 1saville", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705825, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331742, "authorName": "KJ69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kj69/", "bidAmount": 39000, "content": "$39,000 bid placed by KJ69", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705916, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331749, "authorName": "1saville", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1saville/", "bidAmount": 40000, "content": "$40,000 bid placed by 1saville", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705931, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331759, "authorName": "KJ69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kj69/", "bidAmount": 40500, "content": "$40,500 bid placed by KJ69", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705977, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331763, "authorName": "1saville", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1saville/", "bidAmount": 41000, "content": "$41,000 bid placed by 1saville", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682705987, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331784, "authorName": "Useraxel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/useraxel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Who wants it", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706047, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331786, "authorName": "KJ69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kj69/", "bidAmount": 41500, "content": "$41,500 bid placed by KJ69", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706056, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331793, "authorName": "1saville", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1saville/", "bidAmount": 42000, "content": "$42,000 bid placed by 1saville", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706077, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331828, "authorName": "KJ69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kj69/", "bidAmount": 42500, "content": "$42,500 bid placed by KJ69", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706168, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331853, "authorName": "1saville", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1saville/", "bidAmount": 43000, "content": "$43,000 bid placed by 1saville", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706267, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331878, "authorName": "KJ69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kj69/", "bidAmount": 43500, "content": "$43,500 bid placed by KJ69", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706348, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11331885, "authorName": "68CamaroSS396L78", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/68camaross396l78/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Knockout Bid is Coming!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706378, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331887, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Prediction\u2026\r\n$44,442", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682706394, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331892, "authorName": "68CamaroSS396L78", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/68camaross396l78/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "$50K and UP all day long", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706444, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331897, "authorName": "2caddiesandaMach1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2caddiesandamach1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@onlyhonda4me, at this pace, it'll be 15 more minutes before we get there lol....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706446, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331902, "authorName": "KJ69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kj69/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 4/28/23 for $43,500 to KJ69", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706468, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 11331904, "authorName": "68CamaroSS396L78", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/68camaross396l78/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "RNM", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706469, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331905, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Then this will be a long day, \r\nOr a long \u201clast 2 minutes \u201c.\r\n ;)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682706473, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331911, "authorName": "2caddiesandaMach1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2caddiesandamach1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice buy and sell! Congrats to both.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706497, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331913, "authorName": "bkrug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkrug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A steal for sure. I\u2019m surprised", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682706502, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331921, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations @kJ69\r\n\r\nAmazing car and a nice buy!\r\n\r\nHope you enjoy and preserve this beauty", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706524, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331922, "authorName": "Useraxel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/useraxel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Dude sick steal @kj69", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706537, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331923, "authorName": "68CamaroSS396L78", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/68camaross396l78/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Extremely Well Bought. Congratulations", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706539, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331931, "authorName": "bkrug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkrug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations to the buyer. Can\u2019t go wrong on this one", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706565, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331934, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks to all Bidders. Appreciate you all and the Bat Club. It is a truly great car and will go to a new home.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1682706578, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331945, "authorName": "KJ69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kj69/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Will be driven and kept in a cool garage with a lot of Miller Lite", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1682706615, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331967, "authorName": "bkrug", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkrug/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@airdefenz congrats on the sale I\u2019m sure the new owner will enjoy it", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706755, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331984, "authorName": "airdefenz (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airdefenz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bkrug Thanks for all your comments and help with the Transmission VIN.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682706856, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11331994, "authorName": "JB1971SX", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jb1971sx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What?! Not $89,000 to $119,000 like Gateway Classics has all their 442s listed for on eBay? Great auction all around.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682706913, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11332507, "authorName": "HG52", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hg52/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WOW- nice deal!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682709186, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11332554, "authorName": "Bradstat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bradstat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WIN-WIN- & a WIN for BaT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682709486, "type": "comment"}]