[{"id": 5990759, "authorName": "Uberklasse", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/uberklasse/", "bidAmount": 6911, "content": "$6,911 bid placed by Uberklasse", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617297693, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5990790, "authorName": "06BOM6", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/06bom6/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "O. M. G. \r\n\r\nThis is freaking great. Glwa!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617298019, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5990815, "authorName": "JohnThompson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnthompson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ummmm... Nice roof rack, though.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1617298236, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5990819, "authorName": "davehondas2000", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/davehondas2000/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Super impressive work on this Jeep.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617298253, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5990851, "authorName": "ccam8252", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ccam8252/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wood was the perfect touch, the ying and the yang of traditional wood clad Wagoneer. I gotta say I was licking my chops as I was flipping thru the picture catalog, expecting to find just the right amount of wood accent \"IN\" the engine bay. Man that would have been the creme de la creme, the tits. If there are any pictures where the beast was first set at a uniform/level ride height, I'd be dying to see those if possible. She is a 1 of a kind to be sure and gets the juices flowing on introducing more wood to cars/trucks/bikes in future projects here. Really brings a unique appeal and warmth to the build.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617298541, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5990878, "authorName": "SlowNRusty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slownrusty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Even stationary, the wheels look like they are spinning at 100mp/h \r\nNeat build", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1617298781, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5990947, "authorName": "mpriceii", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mpriceii/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Videos? Cold start, outside idling, driving???\r\nThanks", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617299405, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5991011, "authorName": "jheck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jheck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "1. Too nice for David Tracy.\r\n2. Already too expensive for his tastes.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617299892, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5991080, "authorName": "ElMachin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elmachin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thoooose wheels!!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617300207, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5991088, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mpriceii Videos on the way, thanks!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617300239, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5991168, "authorName": "ndl83", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ndl83/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "in retrospect, I've done some pretty silly builds myself...but then I look at this and go \"why\"?", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1617300530, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5991188, "authorName": "EJRothman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ejrothman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ndl83, I dunno. I'm not a huge fan of mods, but something about this really speaks to me.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1617300580, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5991198, "authorName": "vwbussed", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vwbussed/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice build. I've never seen a Wagoneer with a rake to it.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617300608, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5991358, "authorName": "bjsoffroad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bjsoffroad/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "is that JB Weld on the oil pan?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617301194, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5991750, "authorName": "JTinAZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jtinaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Little too much rake IMO, but other than that this thing is pretty bad a$$.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1617303143, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5991847, "authorName": "JTinAZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jtinaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That sure does look like JB weld on the oil pan. Love the wood accents in the interior and I agree with @ElMachin about those wheels!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617303615, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5992293, "authorName": "jcole", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jcole/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does BaT allow trades? What about IOU\u2019s? What about pocket lint and coupons? Cuz i NEED this but don\u2019t currently have the funds or space for it. \r\n\r\nI\u2019ve wanted a grand wagoner for years but have grown to want an older wagoneer more lately. And this is the coolest one in town. Any town it\u2019s in. This is just glorious. Best of luck on the sale, I love it! \r\n\r\nAnd BaT you can use my ideas for trades or IOU\u2019s at your discretion. It\u2019s something Craigslist and Facebook marketplace utilize \ud83d\ude00\ud83d\ude00\ud83d\ude00", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617306086, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5992566, "authorName": "Brewster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brewster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That is the coolest Wagoneer I've ever seen, yep, I'd tint the windows", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617307467, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5992722, "authorName": "EJRothman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ejrothman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Brewster, if you wanted to go really crazy you could go matte blackout, which would probably look awesome.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617308358, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5993173, "authorName": "Slowin_Fastout", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slowin_fastout/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So much attention to detail! I'll have to agree with some previous posters on the rake. Any chance you could adjust the ride height and take a few pictures from where it stands now on up to equal ride height, front to rear? Thanks!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617310194, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5993184, "authorName": "BEK_Boston", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bek_boston/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not surprised to see comments on both ends of the spectrum... very custom builds are always polarizing. Looks like good quality work and a well thought out build. Personally I'd prefer it without the raked stance and different color... maybe a nice medium gray with all the black trim?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617310254, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5993312, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Two videos have been added to the video gallery.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617310762, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5993496, "authorName": "Newport_Pagnell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newport_pagnell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Has a David E. Davis vibe about it.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617311900, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5993852, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I appreciate your comments @BEK_Boston After installing wheel spaces on the rear I had to extend the adjustable coil overs higher than I would have liked to. It was to clear the wheel wells. I am including this photo of the stance pre wheel spacers that I really prefer so there are options with this ride!", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1617313747, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5993924, "authorName": "MDW66", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mdw66/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just when you think you've seen everything! I like this, but a Jeep should be four wheel drive, shouldn't it?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617314323, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5994051, "authorName": "pizzaman09", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pizzaman09/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've always had a dream of slamming a Jeep, but an old Wagoner wasn't the dream. I've always wanted to do a lowered Yj.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617315505, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5994076, "authorName": "BEK_Boston", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bek_boston/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BeachWagon glad you took my comments to be constructive, I like the look in the pic you included. Nice rig, good luck with the sale!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617315863, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5994253, "authorName": "PWSchuh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pwschuh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seems like this truck might need a speedometer that goes higher than 110?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1617319364, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5994413, "authorName": "Derek_F", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/derek_f/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Unique build that stands out in the crowd.\r\nI\u2019d love to section the rear arches up a couple inches ( sounds easy, right? ) to maintain some rake but avoid the \u2018permanent panic-stop\u2019 aesthetic.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617322372, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5994667, "authorName": "JTinAZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jtinaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Much better stance in the new pic. That\u2019s how I\u2019d run it. I for one am glad the windows aren\u2019t tinted. I think all wagoneers look best with clear glass.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617326777, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995235, "authorName": "msmiranda", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/msmiranda/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I realize some folks here may ask why? But the more that I look at this unique creation I find myself asking: Why not?\n\nAre those arm rests solid wood? They're gorgeous.\n\nGreat build. I like it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617351150, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995236, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "They are solid wood @msmiranda and thanks!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617351622, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995241, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JTinAZ It rides better in the lower stance as well. The rear coil overs get pretty stiff with the higher ride height. Went back and forth on tinting, was set to do it and decided to leave them alone. There is a lot to see inside this thing including the cargo area cypress bed and I think that would get lost with a tint.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617351911, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995268, "authorName": "Pcox001", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pcox001/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice, but a quick question...I apologize if I missed this in the write up or the pics, but is this AWD or RWD only? Thank you.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617358012, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995282, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Pcox001 It is rear wheel drive with positraction differential.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617360902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995310, "authorName": "SWells679", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swells679/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This thing is cool!\r\n-GLWTA\r\n\r\nAlso, I'ma just say this: I work in the shipbuilding industry. When self-locking nuts are used (\"Nyloc Nuts\"), there must be thread engagement into the nylon part of the nut. The end of the respective bolt should protrude approx. 5 threads but, at the very least, be flush with the end of the nut, otherwise, the self-locking feature is not properly utilized (see Pics 106 & 107). I inspect this kind of stuff literally daily. This is a discrepancy.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617362504, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995345, "authorName": "mickwb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mickwb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very cool build! excellent job!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617364498, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995420, "authorName": "andersenrandy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andersenrandy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very Nice. Question: I know with the right amount of money anything can be done but would it be crazy difficult to add air conditioning? thank you", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617366711, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995468, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@andersenrandy So I should have just added it. I have added Vintage Air AC to some of my builds but others I have gone with their heat/defrost mini heater core units, they're great. This one has floor vents you can open/close from dash on drivers side, vent windows and the rear gate window rolls down. Tons of air flow. But to answer your question it would not be too bad to add it. I would go on Vintage Air site and look for generic AC unit as I don't believe they make a specific kit for this vehicle. I have AC compressor bracket for engine that is not currently installed.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617367510, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995478, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @SWells679 and good eyes. I'll ck those out!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617367662, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995480, "authorName": "A2Jimmy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a2jimmy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Dedication. Attention to detail. Impressive.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617367682, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995550, "authorName": "RKTINC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rktinc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well done. Great detail and craftsmanship. GLWTS.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617368704, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995684, "authorName": "Cdh9wk1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cdh9wk1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I literally only made an account to comment on how absolutely SEXY this machine is. You nailed it!!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617371422, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995728, "authorName": "LukeDuke", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lukeduke/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very creative build @BeachWagon , great craftsmanship. I was happy to see the photo of the stance before the rake, I was thinking the same thing as @BEK_Boston regarding the stance. The bigger takeaway was reading the pleasant exchange between you two. There have been a few abnormal aggressive comments in other auctions lately and this thread is why I like to read the comments in @BaT Good Luck Bidders and Seller", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1617371906, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995912, "authorName": "Bricklin2117", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bricklin2117/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I now realize that I should never have sold my 76 Cherokee Chief(even tho I would have a threat of cancelation on the name!) as I should have known that somebody would come up with 'Glass to replace my rusty flares!! The flares look great on this 4 dr body-nicely integrated on the rear considering that there is almost no way to raise the rears without converting to 2 doors due to the intrusion of the wheelhouse into the rear door frame. Great build here-wonderful how Jeep sold the Wagoneer with almost the same tooling from early 60s to early 90s! Had to have been the cash cow of vehicles!!\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617374248, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5995951, "authorName": "Bricklin2117", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bricklin2117/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BeachWagon there was a fairly factory looking A/C unit that was installed in the 70s at the body shop/garage I worked in. That was done by ARA out of Texas as the factory unit was installed under dash from door to door. I installed one in my 76 way back-looked factory-still have the unit out in my shed!!!!\r\nGreat build on this-I've really missed the boat on not having a garage at home to work in!\r\nGLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617374658, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5998078, "authorName": "Dangerwolfhawk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dangerwolfhawk/", "bidAmount": 7011, "content": "$7,011 bid placed by Dangerwolfhawk", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617392091, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5998247, "authorName": "Pbedard22", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pbedard22/", "bidAmount": 10111, "content": "$10,111 bid placed by Pbedard22", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617393171, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5998854, "authorName": "mschratter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mschratter/", "bidAmount": 11000, "content": "$11,000 bid placed by mschratter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617396341, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5999908, "authorName": "Brent", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brent/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would not have thought of doing this to a Wagoneer, but I can appreciate the effort and care put into this build. And the more I look at it the more I'm liking it. Love BaT, there's something for everyone here. GLWTA!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617401303, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6000705, "authorName": "acatalano", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/acatalano/", "bidAmount": 12000, "content": "$12,000 bid placed by acatalano", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617415562, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6000735, "authorName": "Carrera4.0", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carrera4.0/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Dang! If Snake Plissken had a Wagoneer, it'd look like this ;-)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617416231, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6000817, "authorName": "acatalano", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/acatalano/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "For some reason looking at this reminded me of a quote from Back to the Future... \"you know that new sound you're looking for? Well, listen to THIS!\" \r\n\r\nTHIS certainly is it! Best of luck with the auction. Job well done.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617418170, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6001175, "authorName": "FunWithCars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/funwithcars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BeachWagon\n\nThis is exactly what I\u2019ve been wanting to do. Great idea, nice execution. \n\nWho needs 4WD? Some do, and they know who they are. Others don\u2019t, but only the few imagine and execute a build like this to create a nice riding (hopefully) and handling (hopefully) funky older wagon. Good work! My only real point of contention is the down in front rake, but that\u2019s an individual choice. \n\nI\u2019m going to shut up now so everyone doesn\u2019t get the same idea.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617442607, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6001216, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @FunWithCars My motivation was to create sort of a Jeep concept Wagoneer Beach Cruiser or Street Cruiser that had some power and handling. My Jeep blood runs deep as the second car I ever owned was a 1955 Willys CJ5 and my daily driver is a Wrangler Sahara. So I had a 4 x 4 sitting in the driveway and it was off with the old and it evolved along the way. I knew that there would be some that would say why or not understand this build but that's ok. I gave this old neglected Waggy a brand new lease on life!", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1617447734, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6001218, "authorName": "FunWithCars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/funwithcars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BeachWagon\r\n\r\nHeck Yeah, you did. You think like me so. I\u2019m going to tell you you\u2019re smart and creative. Ha ha. As you said though, some may disagree. I\u2019m sure you may hear from them. \r\n\r\nGood job, at least in my opinion!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617447948, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6003512, "authorName": "Magellanjets", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/magellanjets/", "bidAmount": 13000, "content": "$13,000 bid placed by Magellanjets", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617479164, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6003917, "authorName": "uribemiami", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/uribemiami/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great build - would you mind sharing what kit did you to modify the rear suspension. I assume it was leaf springs there as well.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617482492, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6004164, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@uribemiami So all leaf springs on vehicle were eliminated as I wanted a better performing vehicle. Rear was converted to adjustable coil over shocks and a four link with panhard bar. There was not a kit that contained everything needed for this vehicle so individual parts were purchased.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617485462, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6004817, "authorName": "acatalano", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/acatalano/", "bidAmount": 13666, "content": "$13,666 bid placed by acatalano", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617502874, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6005024, "authorName": "Magellanjets", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/magellanjets/", "bidAmount": 14000, "content": "$14,000 bid placed by Magellanjets", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617511046, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6005359, "authorName": "Donbischoff", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/donbischoff/", "bidAmount": 14250, "content": "$14,250 bid placed by Donbischoff", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617542347, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6008752, "authorName": "Juice79", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/juice79/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Amazing!!!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617585040, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6019133, "authorName": "TMS_03", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tms_03/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How does the twin intake with 1 MAF work? I would think the side with no MAF would be sucking in unmetered air.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617759100, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6019162, "authorName": "JBoot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jboot/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by JBoot", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617759526, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6019660, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good catch @TMS_03 and I'm surprised no one has mentioned this yet. I found the twin air intake and had plenty of space to make it work. One end is blocked off internally so it is just pulling air through the side with the MAF.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617783770, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6019669, "authorName": "OldCarAfficionado", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oldcarafficionado/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very unique and aesthetically interesting build. I'm intersted.\r\nCan the suspension be raised by 5-7 inches in the front and 3-4 inches in the rear? \r\nIf so, is it just a matter of swapping out coil springs and shocks? \r\nWhat's the current fuel economy?\r\nHow does the suspension feel and react? \r\nAny odd things that have to get worked out?\r\nHow rusty was the frame prior to coating?\r\nAny areas where bubbles or blisters are forming on the body or panels?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617787180, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6020082, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@OldCarAfficionado I'm sure vehicle could be raised both front and rear but honestly never did research on how to accomplish on this one, air ride suspension a possibility?? Fuel economy should be decent for the horsepower that this has especially with 5 speed. Never checked but with overdrive on highway maybe 25 mpg? Suspension is stiff, please ck earlier in thread discussion on rear coil overs. Steering and handling great with the IFS and power rack system. Just surface rust prior to refinishing frame, western vehicle from the mountains where no road salt was used. No bubbles or blisters in paint. Hope this helps, let me know if you have other questions.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617803594, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6020751, "authorName": "74AutoLLC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/74autollc/", "bidAmount": 15250, "content": "$15,250 bid placed by 74AutoLLC", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617812300, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6020758, "authorName": "NickTF", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nicktf/", "bidAmount": 17085, "content": "$17,085 bid placed by NickTF", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617812379, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6020768, "authorName": "74AutoLLC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/74autollc/", "bidAmount": 17500, "content": "$17,500 bid placed by 74AutoLLC", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617812487, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6020904, "authorName": "NickTF", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nicktf/", "bidAmount": 19000, "content": "$19,000 bid placed by NickTF", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617814226, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6021162, "authorName": "bry593", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bry593/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very unique build. Compliments to the builder.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617817158, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6021187, "authorName": "JBoot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jboot/", "bidAmount": 19500, "content": "$19,500 bid placed by JBoot", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617817405, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6023942, "authorName": "Dawnpatrol450", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dawnpatrol450/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This thing is in my town, surprised I've never seen it around ILM/ WB! Love the Sweetwater rack pads. Great surf wagon or cruiser....GLWTS!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617831142, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6025211, "authorName": "Dcromer5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcromer5/", "bidAmount": 20000, "content": "$20,000 bid placed by Dcromer5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617852907, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6025658, "authorName": "fgiant", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fgiant/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love it when a plan comes together. Amazing vision. Seeing all the black door handles, tail light trim, nameplates etc. makes me wonder why we don't see this more often. GLWTA.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1617885391, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6026028, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was cruising the I140 freeway last week doing 75-80 mph and a car blows by me then slows down back to my speed. Driver and passenger throw thumbs up my way then sped off. See you in the water @Dawnpatrol450", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617890988, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6026067, "authorName": "UGW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ugw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is the opposite of all the people going \"safari\" or \"overland\" style with their import sedans.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617891586, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6026119, "authorName": "Sidepipes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sidepipes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Scrolling.....scrolling....scrolling the usual thumbnail pics....Porsche....BMW....exotic something....motorcycle....pre-war....\n\n*Insert sound of phonograph needle scorping across an LP record album*\n\nWhat the heck is THIS??\n\nDynamite build. And even it doesn't fit everyone's taste, gotta respect the complete resurrection of a well-known rust magnet. Extra credit for the build pics; I, for one, especially appreciated the before/after deets. Neat trick on the MAF, too. And real wood. Such a clean & tasteful build that even adding a just-for-show surfboard on that rack would open the door of \"Maybe we could add (fill in the blank)...\" and totally spoil the vibe.\n\nRugged, purposeful alternative to those VW microbus beach builds. Bravo.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1617892694, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6026471, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Really appreciate that @Sidepipes!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617897207, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6026937, "authorName": "DarienJim", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/darienjim/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice. Do you have all receipts and how much invested in restoration?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617902363, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6027113, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sure do @DarienJim and they're great reference when another builder wants part numbers or other reference material for their project.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617904258, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6027288, "authorName": "RMoffett", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rmoffett/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Did these come from the factory with a third row of seating? Wonder if you could swap the second for buckets and move that row back to make a true people hauler.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617905363, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6027318, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think your main obstacle would be the wheel wells @RMoffett", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617905505, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6027451, "authorName": "Gleaner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gleaner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking Wagoneer, oddly enough I have a similar project and would love to talk with the builder once the auction is over and you have time.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617906048, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6027471, "authorName": "lima", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lima/", "bidAmount": 20250, "content": "$20,250 bid placed by lima", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617906104, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027508, "authorName": "Jwinkelmann", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwinkelmann/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Man, I would love to trade my c-10 or k20 for this beaut!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617906228, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6027585, "authorName": "rejeepautomotive", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rejeepautomotive/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ad states it has a vintage air system but no air conditioning, only heat???? what is missing to make that system work or is it complete and non functioning?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617906655, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6027619, "authorName": "Dcromer5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcromer5/", "bidAmount": 20500, "content": "$20,500 bid placed by Dcromer5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617906817, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027630, "authorName": "eshelja", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eshelja/", "bidAmount": 20750, "content": "$20,750 bid placed by eshelja", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617906880, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027638, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rejeepautomotive just heat & defrost, brand is Vintage Air", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617906926, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6027644, "authorName": "JBoot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jboot/", "bidAmount": 21000, "content": "$21,000 bid placed by JBoot", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617906950, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027708, "authorName": "Garrett808", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garrett808/", "bidAmount": 21250, "content": "$21,250 bid placed by Garrett808", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617907260, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027780, "authorName": "CobraKaiser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cobrakaiser/", "bidAmount": 21500, "content": "$21,500 bid placed by CobraKaiser", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617907590, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027818, "authorName": "Garrett808", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garrett808/", "bidAmount": 21750, "content": "$21,750 bid placed by Garrett808", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617907764, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027819, "authorName": "MBred65", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mbred65/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@beachwagon based on the built, what do you think is the towing capacity?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617907772, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6027824, "authorName": "Dcromer5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcromer5/", "bidAmount": 22000, "content": "$22,000 bid placed by Dcromer5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617907781, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027838, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MBred65 Sorry I'm not sure on that", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617907865, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6027847, "authorName": "CobraKaiser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cobrakaiser/", "bidAmount": 22500, "content": "$22,500 bid placed by CobraKaiser", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617907927, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027865, "authorName": "ScaryHD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scaryhd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very encouraging to see an engaged and responsive seller (also via Contact Seller email).\r\n\r\nThanks for the details @BeachWagon! Awesome build.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617908029, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6027868, "authorName": "Dcromer5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcromer5/", "bidAmount": 22750, "content": "$22,750 bid placed by Dcromer5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908034, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027903, "authorName": "CobraKaiser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cobrakaiser/", "bidAmount": 23000, "content": "$23,000 bid placed by CobraKaiser", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908148, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027913, "authorName": "1969pedra", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1969pedra/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a very cool build, if I didn't have so many projects I would be all over it. Great job seller", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617908172, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6027935, "authorName": "Dcromer5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcromer5/", "bidAmount": 23250, "content": "$23,250 bid placed by Dcromer5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908291, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027938, "authorName": "Garrett808", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garrett808/", "bidAmount": 23500, "content": "$23,500 bid placed by Garrett808", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908332, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027943, "authorName": "kingpenn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kingpenn/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by kingpenn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908347, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027949, "authorName": "Dcromer5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcromer5/", "bidAmount": 25250, "content": "$25,250 bid placed by Dcromer5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908398, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027954, "authorName": "JBoot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jboot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Now it\u2019s getting fun!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617908425, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6027956, "authorName": "Garrett808", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garrett808/", "bidAmount": 26000, "content": "$26,000 bid placed by Garrett808", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908431, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027967, "authorName": "Dcromer5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcromer5/", "bidAmount": 26250, "content": "$26,250 bid placed by Dcromer5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908460, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027984, "authorName": "kingpenn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kingpenn/", "bidAmount": 27007, "content": "$27,007 bid placed by kingpenn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908543, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6027998, "authorName": "Dcromer5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcromer5/", "bidAmount": 27257, "content": "$27,257 bid placed by Dcromer5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908577, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6028011, "authorName": "kingpenn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kingpenn/", "bidAmount": 28008, "content": "$28,008 bid placed by kingpenn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908656, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6028020, "authorName": "Dcromer5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcromer5/", "bidAmount": 28258, "content": "$28,258 bid placed by Dcromer5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908694, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6028045, "authorName": "MBred65", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mbred65/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you for the prompt reply.\r\nBeautiful built indeed.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908800, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6028048, "authorName": "Dcromer5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcromer5/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 4/8/21 for $28,258 to Dcromer5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908815, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 6028050, "authorName": "Mojave", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mojave/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats @Dcromer5!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908818, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6028059, "authorName": "CobraKaiser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cobrakaiser/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good luck with it Dcromer5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908850, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6028062, "authorName": "DarienJim", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/darienjim/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats @dcromer5 sounds like you got a great little investment.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617908854, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6028064, "authorName": "BeachWagon (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/beachwagon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dcromer5 Nicely done!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617908901, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6028071, "authorName": "Zscream", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zscream/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Uhhh, I know we do not know each other, but can I borrow this, @Dcromer5 ?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617908930, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6028115, "authorName": "CobraKaiser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cobrakaiser/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BeachWagon make another!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1617909135, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6028285, "authorName": "goodcat8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/goodcat8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Really happy to see this on BAT, really cool and unusual ride thats the whole reason I joined this site so many years ago.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1617910048, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6028485, "authorName": "mschratter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mschratter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, so unique. Such a well done project!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1617910943, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6032240, "authorName": "mtaa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mtaa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, great price. Wish I paid attention more yesterday!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617982464, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6034093, "authorName": "boss351", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boss351/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "super cool build, we need ALOT more on @bat..i missed this.. lots of labor and money in this, buyer got a interesting cool truck..cheers to both... sounds great too..", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1617997095, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6201487, "authorName": "johnnyswell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnnyswell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Anybody know the @BeachWagon shop? I would love to pic the brain of the guys that put this together. I'm interested how the Vortec is dropped in her? Building a 78 Chief right now and this gives me crazy ideas! What an absolute stunner of a build and congrats to the winner!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1620699065, "type": "comment"}]