[{"id": 13001321, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good Evening BaT Friends. I am most proud to bring you what has to be one of the finest 32 Fords on the planet. It\u2019s here in Erie PA if you care to have a look. I\u2019ll chime in later with more details on this rare Vicky. \nThank You \nGeorge Lyons.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1700347885, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13001379, "authorName": "HotRodJunkie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hotrodjunkie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Car is fantastic!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1700348622, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13001420, "authorName": "39mercman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/39mercman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Leave it to Mr. George Lyons to bring yet another great classic car. And not just a 32, but a fine Vicky never the less. Just how far do you go to find such fantastic vehicles George? I agree with you George, about driving her anywhere you want to go, so long as your not in a hurry to get there. I believe the top speed on the old girl would be around 50-55, and maybe 60 on a down hill grade. She is a beaut. And I do love, not one, but two fender mounted spares. She should do very well. GLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1700349209, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13001530, "authorName": "Jeff1932", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeff1932/", "bidAmount": 2000, "content": "$2,000 bid placed by Jeff1932", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700350872, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13001870, "authorName": "brevennaugh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brevennaugh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice looking car!! Looks very correct from what I can see. It does appear that the speedo wasn't working in the drive around. Just not hooked up? Would be interesting to know if the gas gauge actually works? That would be impressive. It's got the correct siamese gas line. \r\nAlso looks like it has its original mechanical brakes, not hydraulic as mentioned in the writeup. \r\n Lastly I'd swear the tires say they're 18\", not 16\" as indicated, which would be correct for a '32. \r\nI would be interested in getting a good picture of the distributor. It looks like it may be a correct side oiler but it's hard to tell from the included photos. GLWTA.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700354797, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13001869, "authorName": "Detonator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/detonator/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car -- but those aren't bent-spoke (K-H) wheels. They're stock '32 size, too: 18 inch not 16. Those aren't hydraulic brakes, either. Stock mechanical.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1700354996, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13001974, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A few updates and corrections on the BaT write-up:\r\nCorrect 18\u201d wheels/tires.\r\nOriginal mechanical brakes.\r\nCorrect 32 oiler distributor. (I\u2019ll add a pic)\r\nGas gauge does in fact work. \r\nSpeedo stooped working but odometer still counting miles so cable and drive are fine. I am working on that to be corrected. \r\nThank You, \r\nGeorge.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1700356350, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13002016, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My backround is body and paint. I seldom if ever see a restoration that I call the body preparation, panel fit and finish paint quality nearly PERFECT. This one amazingly is just that. This restoration befits any seven figure classic car I have ever seen on the lawn at Pebble Beach. The more you look, the better it gets. I just wish you all could see it. You would be amazed.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1700356773, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13002107, "authorName": "SWL1956", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swl1956/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@GeorgeLyons - I am familiar with this \u201832. I knew the previous owner, know the restorer. It is unlikely that you will find a better example of a 1932 Victoria anywhere.\r\nOne more correction to add; those Goodyear tires are original, NOS, not reproductions. The previous owner was a fanatical caretaker. He collected the best of everything related to the restoration of his cars.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1700358289, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13002205, "authorName": "PWSchuh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pwschuh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well, finally a 32 Ford on BAT where there is no question about the source of the body. ; )", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1700359766, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13002394, "authorName": "SWL1956", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swl1956/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m familiar with this \u201832, knew the previous owner, know the restorer.\r\nOne more correction, those Goodyear tires were NOS when the car was restored. They are not reproductions.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1700362846, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13002650, "authorName": "gb70", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gb70/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "When I looked at your photos what caught my eye was the fit and finish of the body and paint. I can only imagine how much nicer it is in person.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1700369584, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13002705, "authorName": "MarkS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/marks/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Such elegant styling on an inexpensive \u201cpeople\u2019s car\u201d! The fit and finish here look worthy of a Packard or Pierce-Arrow, and complement the simple yet beautiful lines. Those looks are one reason why everyone loves the \u201832 Ford. It\u2019s proof that a car didn\u2019t have to cost a fortune new to be a classic, as this one surely is.\r\nI\u2019m in love with this Victoria, wish I could bid!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1700371192, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13002970, "authorName": "Erioc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/erioc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Outstanding!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700392828, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13003038, "authorName": "Chucks32", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chucks32/", "bidAmount": 2100, "content": "$2,100 bid placed by Chucks32", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700396244, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13003377, "authorName": "heyralph", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/heyralph/", "bidAmount": 3500, "content": "$3,500 bid placed by heyralph", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700403603, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13003619, "authorName": "FalconSedanDelivery", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/falconsedandelivery/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "When I was young, this was the holy grail of early Fords. It's amazing that any 32 Vicky escaped the 50's and 60's hot rod crowd.\r\nA beauty!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1700406251, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13003737, "authorName": "Bagnolle", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bagnolle/", "bidAmount": 4321, "content": "$4,321 bid placed by Bagnolle", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700407606, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13003757, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "When I purchased this car I was told that the six tires were in fact New Old Stock originals but I was reluctant to believe that. I have discovered that to be true. No cracks, soft and supple, not out of round perfect ancient tires. I have been educated that the rubber used in tires back then lasted about forever if not out in sun or extreme heat. Utterly amazing and a testament to what length this restorer went to have the BEST 32 Vicky in the world.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1700407826, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13003848, "authorName": "Jeff1932", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeff1932/", "bidAmount": 5032, "content": "$5,032 bid placed by Jeff1932", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700408935, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13003908, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One of my all time favorite AMT 1/25 scale models was the 32 Vicky which was able to be built stock or Hot Rod. Even as a kid I thought it was the coolest.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1700409455, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13004001, "authorName": "kennethcooper", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kennethcooper/", "bidAmount": 5300, "content": "$5,300 bid placed by kennethcooper", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700410233, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13004039, "authorName": "Lewis", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lewis/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I built the AMT 32 Vicky myself and it had Bonnie and Clyde on the box illustration since it came out at the time of the movie. Didn't Clyde Barrow write a letter to Henry praising the Ford's virtues?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700410567, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13004482, "authorName": "rangerdwight", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rangerdwight/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by rangerdwight", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700414924, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13004605, "authorName": "brevennaugh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brevennaugh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Lewis: Bonnie and Clyde's 32 was a B400.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700416237, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13005422, "authorName": "Grimsby", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/grimsby/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How sad is it that a stock, unmodified '32 Ford is a unicorn? They're such pretty cars in original form and the Vicky is especially well-proportioned. A stock flathead V8 is a joy to drive, albeit with modest performance. But it's just wonderful at 50 MPH.\n\nAnyone who thinks this car needs a small block Chevy under the hood deserves coal in his stocking this year...", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1700419680, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13006053, "authorName": "Lewis", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lewis/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@brevennaugh- Isn't a B400 the kind where the roof rolls back like Lois Lane's Nash? \r\n\r\n@Grimsby- I have to agree with you- I once drove a 52 Ford that had the quietest engine I've ever encountered. More than adequate power. That car sure grew on me in the short time that I had it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700421922, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13006421, "authorName": "prescue", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/prescue/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Would this car have been painted in the current colors when new? It is absolutely stunning in every respect. Were I younger, richer and had a larger garage I would win the bid. But, sadly.....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1700423350, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13008056, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@prescue. Yes. Positively correct colors, paint scheme and striping for this 1932 Ford Victoria.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700434118, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13008059, "authorName": "brevennaugh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brevennaugh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm curious about the water drains on the block located under the hoses to the radiator. Are they perpendicular to the ground or at an angle toward the frame?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700434190, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13008207, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@brevennaugh. I will look tomorrow and report back on water drains.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700436614, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13009343, "authorName": "Jeff1932", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeff1932/", "bidAmount": 5600, "content": "$5,600 bid placed by Jeff1932", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700454507, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13009513, "authorName": "2011SLSAMG", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2011slsamg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is the generator missing the brush cover?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700463495, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13009811, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@2011SLSAMG. I am told that originally a 1932 did not have a cover on the generator but that may not be correct. I will reach out today to the restorer, a 32 Ford marque specialist and see what he says.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700485372, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13010884, "authorName": "heyralph", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/heyralph/", "bidAmount": 5715, "content": "$5,715 bid placed by heyralph", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700497595, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13011237, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@brevennaugh Block drains are in fact perpendicular to the ground.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700500353, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13016707, "authorName": "radar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/radar/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by radar", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700521387, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13017659, "authorName": "68impala", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/68impala/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by 68impala", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700533261, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13019340, "authorName": "radar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/radar/", "bidAmount": 15250, "content": "$15,250 bid placed by radar", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700580232, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13019502, "authorName": "rackops", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rackops/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely gorgeous car. I have a 1931 Victoria, and after seeing a 1932 at Hershey this year, was blown away. This particular one is just superb!\r\n\r\nTwo questions:\r\n\r\n1. What's the story on the sticker on the windshield?\r\n\r\n2. What happened to the carpet under the driver's feet?\r\n\r\nThanks!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700581793, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13019606, "authorName": "SWL1956", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swl1956/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rackops - Search \u2018deuceheaven\u2019 and you will find a video produced by Mecum prior to the auction of this car and the rest of the collection. It\u2019s short, doesn\u2019t tell the whole story but you will get a glimpse of the scope and quality.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700582644, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13019685, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rackops. Prior owner had a 32 Ford collection he called Deuce Heaven, thus the sticker. Carpet drivers side is covered in that adhesive backed clear plastic as seen in a lot of new cars for shipping.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700583301, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13020581, "authorName": "rackops", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rackops/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @GeorgeLyons! My question about the floor covering was the yellowish-tanish looking adhesive under the clear plastic. Is that removable? Understand about the clear plastic (I've bought plenty of cars) :-) but the epoxy-looking stuff is a first for me.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700589794, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13020672, "authorName": "The_Speedo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/the_speedo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The '32 Ford in any body style is one of the greatest cars ever designed or built. A one year design with an exposed frame rail that required a class A finish. A bit of trivia. My father graduated from Henry Ford Trade School in 1932. One of his projects was building a cut-away of the new V8.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700590150, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13021374, "authorName": "brevennaugh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brevennaugh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rackops: To be correctly restored, I think there's supposed to be an area of taube rubber mat under the pedals. That's the yellowish - tannish material you're seeing.\r\n@GeorgeLyons: Correct answer on the drain plugs. Thirty two blocks were the ONLY blocks that had vertical plugs.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700592433, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13022247, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank You @brevennaugh!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700595400, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13035945, "authorName": "33roadster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/33roadster/", "bidAmount": 18000, "content": "$18,000 bid placed by 33roadster", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700725670, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13036760, "authorName": "arpy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arpy/", "bidAmount": 19333, "content": "$19,333 bid placed by arpy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700753988, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13041020, "authorName": "z281969", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/z281969/", "bidAmount": 50500, "content": "$50,500 bid placed by z281969", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700839851, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13041042, "authorName": "rentnarbelyk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rentnarbelyk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That escalated quickly!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700840050, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13041169, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rentnarbelyk Agree, but this is no $20k car!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700841086, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13041407, "authorName": "rentnarbelyk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rentnarbelyk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@GeorgeLyons It most certainly isn\u2019t! It\u2019s really an amazing \u201832. Looks like it would be an absolute blast to own", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700842947, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13042207, "authorName": "33roadster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/33roadster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That goo that is on the front carpet is what is left after the three rubber pieces (a heel mat and escutchions around the accelerator foot rest and starter switch push rod that were there when the car was restored by Mike McKennett for Gene Hetland (RIP), who labeled his collection \"Deuce Heaven\". Those three pieces were reproduced in very limited quantities and they were either stolen or removed by a person without scruples after the car was sold at the Mecum Deuce Heaven auction several years ago. The adhesive that is left will be impossible to remove without leaving a permanent stain.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700848789, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13042638, "authorName": "mike_rockwell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_rockwell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm not an originalist, but I'm really impressed with the whole vehicle, the way it performs on the street. Good it has a flatty V8, I think 1st year? Not a lot of these escapee's from the hot-rod world.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700850548, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13042653, "authorName": "z281969", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/z281969/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@33roadster Those pads are sewed on. Not glued to the floor with adhesive. No one stole anything or removed anything. Those pieces have deteriorated and that's what they turned into.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700850602, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13043234, "authorName": "33roadster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/33roadster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "z281969,\r\n\r\nB.S. I have three sets of those taupe pieces as old as the ones in Gene's Victoria and none of them have deteriorated, let alone turned to a semi-liquid state. Sewn on originally, I agree, but no one would sew on the reproductions.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700852400, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13044696, "authorName": "68impala", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/68impala/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Clearly this is a $50 to $70K+ car. After some thought I stopped bidding. Not the cost, but thinking what would I do with it. I drive all my cars (try for 1k miles a year on each), but this car seems way too nice to drive. More a car that one would trailer to a show, not drive. That's ok, just not me. I wish it had a few rough edges then I could justify to myself bidding more -even to the current $50+K", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1700857245, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13045213, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good Afternoon BaT Friends. I am pleased that a good number of the comments confirm that this restoration is a true masterpiece both in quality and authenticity. This car I am told is a treasure trove of NOS parts (NOT Reproduction) that would be about impossible to source today. A pretty big statement to make if I were to call this \"One of the finest '32 Fords in existence\" but I suspect no one would call me out on this. \r\nSo.............tomorrow we shall see if this auction can produce a new owner. My reserve is very realistic but this is not a Fire Sale. I'm already feeling sellers remorse on this one knowing I'll never find one nicer.\r\nThank You and I hope to see you all here tomorrow for what should be a fun finish. \r\nGeorge", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1700859194, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13047542, "authorName": "rentnarbelyk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rentnarbelyk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@68impala I had the exact same thoughts. Would I feel ok driving it somewhat often\u2026 It is so nice\u2026", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700868917, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13048160, "authorName": "AAkron87", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aakron87/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow\u2026what a beauty, I know it\u2019s not a Buick, but pic #3 reminds me of Hot Tuna\u2026good luck with the auction", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700873653, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13050261, "authorName": "mr_smee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr_smee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I could daily this...at least for three seasons! What a wonderful machine, and V8 sound! The colour combo is perfection. Great driving video.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1700928678, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13050605, "authorName": "ferrous8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ferrous8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "32 Vickie has always been the best looking 32 IMHO . In the video it appears the speedometer isn't hooked up or working ???", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1700932089, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13050851, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ferrous. Discussed in the video. As stated, it is being repaired.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1700934354, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13054987, "authorName": "rentnarbelyk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rentnarbelyk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "10 minutes left. Seems like a strange bidding process on this one. Jumped super high but maybe that was the point to fend off any emotional bidding by others? Still an awesome car. Wish I was in a spot to bid.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1700951588, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13055076, "authorName": "Geostuck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/geostuck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I seen this car at Hershey back in October and it is a really nice car. If I was looking to buy a car a this point I would buy this one", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1700952033, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13055088, "authorName": "rentnarbelyk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rentnarbelyk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like it will be going to the guy who really wanted it!?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700952093, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13055093, "authorName": "blandina", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blandina/", "bidAmount": 51000, "content": "$51,000 bid placed by blandina", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700952100, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13055100, "authorName": "Mitchfrisk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mitchfrisk/", "bidAmount": 52500, "content": "$52,500 bid placed by Mitchfrisk", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700952204, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13055120, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 11/25/23 at $52,500", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700952324, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 13055125, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was selling the whole car, not just the paint job. Oh well, Thank You", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1700952335, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13055132, "authorName": "Denniec", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denniec/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thumbs up for the Seller.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1700952367, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13055135, "authorName": "Geostuck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/geostuck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car is worth way more then $52,500", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1700952383, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13055167, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BaT seldom ever shocks me with a miss this far off target. Surprising result on one of the BEST cars I have ever brought here with over 120 BaT successful sales. Very strange.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1700952590, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13055305, "authorName": "jamesvfitz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jamesvfitz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'll throw my two cents in. I really liked this car, but I'm no expert on 32s. Consequently, I was reluctant to bid because of the significant variation between your pictures of the pedal area and the Mecum pictures from the Indy auction in 2021. The pieces around the pedals and the mat look very different over the ensuing two years. Something happened, and the comment section didn't really cleared it up (at least for me).", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1700953601, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13055468, "authorName": "45B", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/45b/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I agree with George on this auction being off target.....The closing hammer price is what one would expect for a 31 Vicky not a 32 V8, and the paint job is immaculate. One could eat off of the undercarriage!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1700954566, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13055518, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jamesvfitz. If the rubber pad beneath the pedals kept you from bidding on this car I suspect you were NOT a serious buyer.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1700955129, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13055602, "authorName": "68impala", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/68impala/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "George - I suspect that too many of the serious bidders had too much turkey the past few days and have been sleeping. Such a beautiful car will get its price at the right moment. Look forward to future cars you list", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700956317, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13055892, "authorName": "jamesvfitz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jamesvfitz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@GeorgeLyons no need to be snarky. I offered up an honest opinion to your statement that the outcome was \"strange\". Since no one else was offering you any feedback, I would think you would welcome some (other than having people tell you they agree with you). You are the one with the \"strange\" outcome - something caused it, especially as this is a very special and rare car. BTW, I've been buying and selling classic cars for 35 years. If I say I was interested, I was.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1700961102, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13056474, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am currently working with 3 potential buyers to see if a sale can be closed after bidding stalled at about half value. I appreciate all the positive comments on this spectacular car and expect the exposure on BaT will produce a real buyer. \r\nThank You, George", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1700974419, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13093556, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Happy to report today that car has been sold to a collector that viewed it on BaT but was not set up to bid. Great outcome for both of us. Thanks to all for the appreciation I got on this wonderful car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1701381743, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13096654, "authorName": "GeorgeLyons (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgelyons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "And this time I sold the entire car. HaHa", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1701443179, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13101105, "authorName": "Truelygr8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/truelygr8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@68impala you and I both know why you aren\u2019t bidding. You bid on every car but never enough to win. I told you I\u2019m watching you and I\u2019m reporting you to BaT if you don\u2019t stop. Bid or buy but stop schilling these actions.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1701464193, "type": "comment"}]