[{"id": 2084372, "authorName": "David_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/david_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What's the good word?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521095089, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2084425, "authorName": "billschroth (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billschroth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The Mercedes was my dad\u2019s car. He gave it to me because he\u2019s unable to drive anymore. He had it restored in the late 90\u2019s. After the restoration, he only drove the Mercedes during the summer time when it was sunny and even then only sparingly. The car was delivered to me here in Georgia in August of 2016. Since taking delivery, I haven\u2019t put 100 miles on it. The car needs to be driven and it needs a little TLC. I\u2019ve got two problems; 1) there is not a good mechanics nearby and 2) I\u2019ve got another car that interests me a lot more which is why I decided it would be best to let this car go. After all the work that has been done on it, I hate to see just sit.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521108260, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2084426, "authorName": "Lovebat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lovebat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Big bumpers appeared in 1974. 73's still had small, ROW bumpers. ??????", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1521108336, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2084427, "authorName": "Bogeyman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bogeyman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Data plate indicates the car was originally 735G - Astral Silver with an 040 Black Hardtop.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521108755, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2084444, "authorName": "AndrewC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andrewc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Agreed. What happened to the beautiful slimline bumpers? To bad about the rust. My guess is $6500. close (maybe a little high)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521114212, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2084528, "authorName": "Caymanorcarrera", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caymanorcarrera/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'll say \"it needs to be driven.\" 100 miles in two+ years......what an indignity.\n\nAnother \"Dad's car.\" Nice story here..........car looks pretty darn good, and it'd look even better with it's proper euro bumpers (-:", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521118298, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2084550, "authorName": "McDesign", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcdesign/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "$2,500 bid placed by McDesign", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521118798, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2084594, "authorName": "sbanks8911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sbanks8911/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "$3,000 bid placed by sbanks8911", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521119934, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2084818, "authorName": "Oberon01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oberon01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bogeyman - I purchased a really decent driver level 1977 450SL on BAT just over a year ago and I have been unable to find a source to decode the under hood data plate. I have a few questions about how it was initially equipped, etc. Can anyone point me in the right direction?\r\n\r\nNice looking car here, probably will sell at a price that will yield someone a nice looking driver, as opposed to a concours piece - just like I was searching for. Have enjoyed the driving experience of the 450 very much. i remain puzzled by the vast gulf between 450 prices and the 560's, which may have a bit more power but are otherwise clearly very similar cars. \r\n\r\nGood luck with the sale, and I hope the winner puts the miles on it that it clearly needs.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521126165, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2085044, "authorName": "Cabriolet-International", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cabriolet-international/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Where are the proper bumpers? Thats what makes these early examples collectable.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521131655, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2085960, "authorName": "David_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/david_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Didn't the first couple of years also have interiors with no wood?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521141595, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2086141, "authorName": "billschroth (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billschroth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I believe the wood veneer was added during the restoration or soon after, its definitely not original but it does look nice. I'm not sure what happened with the bumpers but looking at pictures online, I agree the slimline risers look much better.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521143256, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2086834, "authorName": "jamieSL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jamiesl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The restoration looks nice from the pictures . I admire anyone willing to \"adopt\" from viewing the raw start the before photos dictated . Could be a diamond in the rough , or not . I wouldn't expect this resto to be '73 specific will all the upgrades, liberties and nuances borrowed from newer model years ( bumpers, dash as examples). This should be a good deal for the adventurer at heart ! GLWTA !", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521153508, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2086912, "authorName": "eule", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eule/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, that restoration looks like a hell of work done. I can't believe someone spent so much time and money on an at the time rotten car. You got to love it ! There are so many out there in great original condition.\n\nAs presented in the pictures, I'm not sure if I like how the red turned out. While in some pictures it looks very close to original 568 signal red, in others the red has a pinkish tint", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521157148, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2087147, "authorName": "gprocket", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gprocket/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The car was my brother's - he restored it years ago and worshiped it. It lived in a climate controlled garage year round. It has never been in rain, snow, or left in the hot sun. I can't imagine a more well cared for car. Ok, it doesn't have the small bumpers - it's not been represented as a 100 pointer. The paint may not be the exact MB shade but it is definitely NOT pinkish. \r\n\r\nWhoever ends up with the car is going to be very happy!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1521165594, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2087162, "authorName": "Myron3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/myron3/", "bidAmount": 3100, "content": "$3,100 bid placed by Myron3", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521166353, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2087318, "authorName": "g150driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/g150driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@David_P\r\nTo hell with Georgia!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1521176807, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2087381, "authorName": "billschroth (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billschroth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Some of the pictures we taken in poor lighting. It is a bright red car (go Dawgs!!) absolutely not pinkish in real life!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521196390, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2087409, "authorName": "sbanks8911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sbanks8911/", "bidAmount": 3500, "content": "$3,500 bid placed by sbanks8911", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521200623, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2087687, "authorName": "David_P", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/david_p/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well I guess it being in Athins (sic) explains why it was painted red. :)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521211006, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2087697, "authorName": "Macdawg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/macdawg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Go DAWGS", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521211361, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2088000, "authorName": "FunInTheSun", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/funinthesun/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now THAT'S a paint job! Lovely car...good luck with the auction!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521219169, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2088087, "authorName": "HighRPM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/highrpm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow. That's a lot of love and metal poured back into that car! Love the color.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521221180, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2090235, "authorName": "CaptainTaso", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/captaintaso/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice car and description. 2 Questions.\r\n\r\nDoes the Behr Air Conditioner blow cold?\r\n\r\nWhy do you think that it needs a \"tuneup\"?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521301745, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2090818, "authorName": "jgmsethi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jgmsethi/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by jgmsethi", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521340211, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2090955, "authorName": "sbanks8911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sbanks8911/", "bidAmount": 5100, "content": "$5,100 bid placed by sbanks8911", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521367698, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2092804, "authorName": "Myron3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/myron3/", "bidAmount": 5200, "content": "$5,200 bid placed by Myron3", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521488493, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2093426, "authorName": "sbanks8911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sbanks8911/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by sbanks8911", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521501307, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2093566, "authorName": "Myron3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/myron3/", "bidAmount": 5600, "content": "$5,600 bid placed by Myron3", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521506563, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2094230, "authorName": "DrKen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drken/", "bidAmount": 5700, "content": "$5,700 bid placed by DrKen", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521557178, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2094233, "authorName": "Myron3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/myron3/", "bidAmount": 5800, "content": "$5,800 bid placed by Myron3", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521557373, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2094300, "authorName": "DrKen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drken/", "bidAmount": 5900, "content": "$5,900 bid placed by DrKen", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521559389, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2095667, "authorName": "Jeoka", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeoka/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What happened to 5-spoke PENTA(?) wheels that were on it before the restoration (in the garage pic)? I used to have them on mine and I thought it was awesome. Sadly, those wheels can't be found any more :-(", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521581319, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2095995, "authorName": "allinger", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allinger/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Did the state of Georgia start issuing vehicle titles?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521590451, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2096086, "authorName": "Pacificlots", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pacificlots/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It says in the text that a new engine was installed in 2015. Do you think that was that a NEW engine or new to the vehicle? Did the old engine fail and just another one was put in, new to the car but not NEW?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521594568, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2096759, "authorName": "floridatony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/floridatony/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does this vehicle have cruise control?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521643952, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2096760, "authorName": "Pacificlots", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pacificlots/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "And if it was an old new engine, how many miles were on that engine prior to being installed on this vehicle. What year was the engine that was installed and have those plastic guides on the timing chain been refreshed or potentially if a newer version, already had a double row timing chain installed. The video shows smoke from the exhaust when revved, a sign of oil blow by past the rings? I hope the seller responds to these two questions prior to the end of the auction", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1521643972, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2097211, "authorName": "automobilist", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/automobilist/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sigh... Under the \"resale red\" paint job looks like a car that's had a hard life, and \"restored\" by someone who clearly doesn't get it. Most folks interested in these rare & unique single-year 450SL's would vastly prefer one that hadn't been so altered. But, we already see folks emotionally revved up by the shiny red object... C'mon, adding the giant protruding bumpers of a later model is just about the very last thing anyone who remotely understands classic Mercedes would do. The hand written (scribbled) record of restoration costs obviously isn't \"documentation\", but hey, it does have a receipt for a new battery almost 20 years ago... \n\nAgain: this is a SINGLE-YEAR car. And just about everything that made it special is gone.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1521654957, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2097302, "authorName": "mwillinger", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mwillinger/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A lot of complaints here about a car with a twenty-year-old restoration that is honestly presented, warts and all, by a seller who clearly stated that his interests lie elsewhere. \r\n\r\nIt's a no reserve auction. Bid what the car is worth to you, and make all the changes to get it to the level where you think it should be. \r\n\r\nFor me, the only change would be to drive the wheels off of it. \r\n\r\nGLWTA.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1521655968, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2097757, "authorName": "alfa_rescue_society", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alfa_rescue_society/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@automobilist - don't be sad. @mwillinger gets it, this is a mass produced automobile, not some priceless hand made masterpiece. It is meant to be enjoyed without fear of destroying one's retirement fund. Totally agree with the \"drive the wheels off of it\" sentiment. Best of luck with the auction", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521659842, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2097793, "authorName": "automobilist", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/automobilist/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You are correct, sir. These are meant to be enjoyed. \r\nStill makes me sad to see the clean lines bodged up though...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521660175, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2097932, "authorName": "Kwalsh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kwalsh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Dawgs RULE!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521661703, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098515, "authorName": "alagol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alagol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Still a lot of car for not much dollars", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521666899, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098584, "authorName": "racerboy221", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/racerboy221/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So where did the engine swap come from? \r\nWhat was the mileage on the replacement engine?\r\nWas there ever a rebuild on it?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1521667512, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098592, "authorName": "racerboy221", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/racerboy221/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It really is a pretty looking car! Resale Red always delivers. No, its not the original but damn it looks nice as a daily driver.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521667591, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098598, "authorName": "floridatony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/floridatony/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "6 days since we have heard from the seller. Many questions unanswered.\r\nCan anyone with experience with this vehicle tell if it is equipped with cruise control?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521667647, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098611, "authorName": "racerboy221", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/racerboy221/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@floridatony, from the pics, it does not appear to have the classic stalk for the cruise control...could it be located elsewhere on this year?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521667794, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098622, "authorName": "floridatony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/floridatony/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@racerboy221 Thank you, that's what I noticed as well. I have read that some early r107s have a rocker switch for cruise, but I am not able to find it in the photos.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521667942, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098702, "authorName": "EdKellock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/edkellock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In 1973, cruise control was not a stalk. It was a not on the center stack. Very few came with the option. There was an aftermarket thing that was usually located somewhere above the ignition switch.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521668737, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098705, "authorName": "automobilist", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/automobilist/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a fairly early production car. The \"stalk switch\" didn't come out in these until a bit later, around number 028292. Probably no cruise control...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1521668825, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098716, "authorName": "CommandoSolo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/commandosolo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am consistently amazed by the detailed knowledge on just about every car that gets listed on this site. Amazing members.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1521668845, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098749, "authorName": "Pacificlots", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pacificlots/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by Pacificlots", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521669335, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098758, "authorName": "Yony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yony/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "$6,500 bid placed by Yony", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521669552, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098759, "authorName": "ciza72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ciza72/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "$7,000 bid placed by ciza72", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521669574, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098762, "authorName": "floridatony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/floridatony/", "bidAmount": 7200, "content": "$7,200 bid placed by floridatony", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521669600, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098766, "authorName": "Pacificlots", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pacificlots/", "bidAmount": 7300, "content": "$7,300 bid placed by Pacificlots", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521669625, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098768, "authorName": "ciza72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ciza72/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by ciza72", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521669633, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098771, "authorName": "Pacificlots", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pacificlots/", "bidAmount": 7700, "content": "$7,700 bid placed by Pacificlots", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521669701, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098777, "authorName": "ciza72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ciza72/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by ciza72", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521669733, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098779, "authorName": "Pacificlots", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pacificlots/", "bidAmount": 8200, "content": "$8,200 bid placed by Pacificlots", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521669779, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098780, "authorName": "floridatony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/floridatony/", "bidAmount": 8300, "content": "$8,300 bid placed by floridatony", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521669797, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098782, "authorName": "Pacificlots", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pacificlots/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "$8,500 bid placed by Pacificlots", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521669824, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098783, "authorName": "ciza72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ciza72/", "bidAmount": 9000, "content": "$9,000 bid placed by ciza72", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521669850, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098790, "authorName": "Pacificlots", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pacificlots/", "bidAmount": 9100, "content": "$9,100 bid placed by Pacificlots", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521669929, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098797, "authorName": "Yony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yony/", "bidAmount": 9600, "content": "$9,600 bid placed by Yony", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521670026, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098795, "authorName": "automobilist", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/automobilist/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, major win for the seller!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1521670028, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098805, "authorName": "Pacificlots", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pacificlots/", "bidAmount": 9700, "content": "$9,700 bid placed by Pacificlots", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521670127, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098809, "authorName": "Yony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yony/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by Yony", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521670212, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098813, "authorName": "Pacificlots", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pacificlots/", "bidAmount": 10250, "content": "$10,250 bid placed by Pacificlots", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521670312, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098819, "authorName": "Yony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yony/", "bidAmount": 10500, "content": "$10,500 bid placed by Yony", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521670381, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2098821, "authorName": "Soberay", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/soberay/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don't think it's about the car anymore.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521670419, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098825, "authorName": "automobilist", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/automobilist/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Exactly. I'm guessing these bidders have no clue about the actual car, and are caught up in \"resale red\" frenzy...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521670488, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098826, "authorName": "Yony", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yony/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 3/21/18 for $10,500 to Yony", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1521670505, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 2098827, "authorName": "Penn-State", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/penn-state/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking car for $11,000", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1521670553, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2098854, "authorName": "GWG", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gwg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, very well sold. Congrats", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1521671629, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2099524, "authorName": "gprocket", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gprocket/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great sell, great buy. I know first hand that more was spent on the engine and transmission alone than the auction price. Smart buyers recognize that it's not about bumpers - it's about value!! Good thing they didn't listen to the whiners!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1521718668, "type": "comment"}]