[{"id": 9714877, "authorName": "Chucks32", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chucks32/", "bidAmount": 30000, "content": "$30,000 bid placed by Chucks32", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665102877, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9714926, "authorName": "PWSchuh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pwschuh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very cool. You could almost get away with telling people it was a factory Australian Ford Ute.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665103302, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9714954, "authorName": "marvmt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/marvmt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Saw this at the Grand National Roadster Show. One beautiful build.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665103610, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9715208, "authorName": "sir_mike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sir_mike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "nice except for...", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1665106627, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9715475, "authorName": "BAMF", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bamf/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@sir_mike \u2026me not having enough to put it in my garage.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665110508, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9715743, "authorName": "Lewis", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lewis/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If it was RHD, it would pass for an Oz ute for sure.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665116283, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9715952, "authorName": "oldone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oldone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Magnificent build...Magnificent design...Except for...(Hell I'll go ahead and say it...)...The Top's Profile is all wrong and absolutely hideous...In my eyes, at least...Admittedly my eyes are old, but they have seen a bunch of tops in their near eight decades, but never have they seen one as bad as the one on this otherwise gorgeous '47 Ford...Sorry...But I had to say it...@sir_mike --- Was this where you were going after \"except for\"???...", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1665128982, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9715974, "authorName": "Miatadon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/miatadon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car (ute?) belongs in Oz.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665132654, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9715982, "authorName": "Pops1958", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pops1958/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Check me if I'm wrong, but is that actually a breaker-points distributor?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665133726, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9716061, "authorName": "boaboyoz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boaboyoz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yep, this ute is cool AF!\r\nGLWTA!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665140671, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9716147, "authorName": "craZee", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/crazee/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice car, err, truck, err...... Engine cover looks like an alien to me, but I would still be proud to own it! GLWA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665143119, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9716793, "authorName": "ndpace", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ndpace/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "do you have any details on that color", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665151625, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9717031, "authorName": "neverenoughgold", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/neverenoughgold/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"This 1947 Ford hot rod pickup was manufactured as a two-door convertible...\"\r\n\r\nby Ford Motor Company?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665153641, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9717717, "authorName": "dcbklb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcbklb/", "bidAmount": 33750, "content": "$33,750 bid placed by dcbklb", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665158876, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9717886, "authorName": "Capt_Nemo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/capt_nemo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a great looking build, and (in my best Gomer Pyle voice) \"Golllliiieee, ain't never seen one of those before!\" In my version of a perfect world it would be Flatty powered, but it would sure make me smile if it was in my garage. GLWTA!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665160158, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9718123, "authorName": "rtpeet", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rtpeet/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "what is the overall length (center bumper to bumper)? I have limited space in my garage.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665161710, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9718842, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rtpeet here is the overall length 194.5\u201d, you can modify your garage. @neverenoughgold it was born a 1947 Ford convertible car and was converted into a one of a kind 47 roadster pick up. It was all hand fabricated steel and aluminum by 2021 good guys builder of the year Roger Burman. The frame was boxed and C4 corvette suspension and brakes added. @ndpace I don\u2019t have the paint code, it\u2019s a beautiful dark green metallic. @oldone the top lifts off very easily with two people, the glass fits good with less wind noise than a rag top. It\u2019s insulated so the a/c keeps it cool. \nThe previous owner lives in Texas and drove it to Oklahoma for a rod run. He put the top in his motel room for the day and put it back on for the trip home. He said several people offered to buy it but at that time it was not for sale. \nThanks for your interest, it\u2019s a real beauty especially with the top off.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665163890, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9719340, "authorName": "rtpeet", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rtpeet/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the quick reponse, damn I only have15.8\" so guess I won't be bidding. Great looking vehicle and I would have loved to own it. Just a thought, could the front or rear bumper be removed and would that get me what I need. Looks like the rear could be removed without spoiling the looks.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665165401, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9719446, "authorName": "UncleBaldy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclebaldy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is the vin plate really attached cattywhampus?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665165763, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9719493, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rtpeet both the front and rear bumpers have hand made steel filler panels, if you removed the rear bumper and filler panel you would gain at best 6\u201d", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665165955, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9719635, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@unclebaldy the previous owner who has money but not a real car guy installed it. It was given to him with the title in an envelope. \r\nThe original owner never drove it, just trailered it to a big show in California, The grand national roadster show first place class winner. The previous owner did register it and drove it 4k plus miles.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665166528, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9719670, "authorName": "rtpeet", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rtpeet/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks, I will look over my garage.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665166694, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9719713, "authorName": "UncleBaldy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclebaldy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Only flaw I can see\u2026 she\u2019s a beaut \u2026 starting refinancing, stand by for a meaningful bid !!\ud83e\udd13", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665166886, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9720234, "authorName": "UncleBaldy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclebaldy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "P.s. does the trophy come with the winning bid??", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665169138, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9720561, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@unclebaldy the original owner kept the trophy, I did ask the previous owner if maybe he had it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665170676, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9720854, "authorName": "1996MBZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1996mbz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A trophy winner right here. It deserves as many trophies as its bed can hold.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665171971, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9725310, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here is a driving video of the 47 roadster pick up, good luck with your bids!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665232490, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9726297, "authorName": "rtpeet", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rtpeet/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "any build pics?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665244128, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9728820, "authorName": "Woseknows", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/woseknows/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Will the top fit in the bed?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665257059, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9731267, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rtpeet the top won\u2019t fit flush in the bed, if you use a blanket the base of the top will fit but the front edge would be over the side a couple inches. The bed is so perfect I would not suggest doing it. \r\n@rtpeet we don\u2019t have any build pics \r\nThanks for your interest.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665272146, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9731408, "authorName": "holiday", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/holiday/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunning", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665273770, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9732465, "authorName": "pasorodder", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pasorodder/", "bidAmount": 41500, "content": "$41,500 bid placed by pasorodder", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665297460, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9735303, "authorName": "dcbklb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcbklb/", "bidAmount": 46525, "content": "$46,525 bid placed by dcbklb", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665341081, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9746347, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665444185, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9746726, "authorName": "dcbklb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcbklb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bob I owned a Rodger Bermann 35 Ford cabriolet and I will say it was one of the best hod rods I have owned and I have owned a lot of street rods and classics . I am going to be in at the end. Thanks for a great piece of work.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665448278, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9747153, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dcbklb thanks for the kind words. \nRoger Burman of Lakeside Rods and Rides was chosen builder if the year at good guys recently. \n\nhttps://fuelcurve.com/2021-chevrolet-performance-gm-retro-iron-builder-of-the-year/", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665453485, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9747258, "authorName": "dcbklb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcbklb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have won some big time awards at the 50 Grand National roadster show when it was at the Cow Palace and huge awards at the Fresno Auto Rama at Blackies. I owned the Dupont Dominator 40 Ford and a 37 Ford that we built for my wife that won at The grand nationals and Blackies. We have been doing this for years big time. I know what it takes to built a car like yours.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665454305, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9747918, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here is an article written about Lakeside Rods and Rides, operated by Roger Burman \r\n\r\nhttps://fuelcurve.com/lakeside-rods-and-rides/", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665475491, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9748106, "authorName": "Bdogz69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bdogz69/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "OK, I'll say it since no one else wants to. Why doesn't the engine match the tailgate? LOL", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665489737, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9752300, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bigdogz69 Funny Sir!\r\nhere is a test drive video we shot today. We will do a cold start video in the morning.\r\nGood luck with your bids!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665517564, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9752341, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We rode around the parking lot for this video", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665517722, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9754005, "authorName": "4petesake", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4petesake/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is the moment you say to yourself \"I'm selling a portion of my stock portfolio to protect my investment and getting my dream car\"! Sell in 10 years after I've had some fun and double my money!\r\nWhat a sweet ride!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665525027, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9757419, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@4petesake there is a lot of truth to what you are saying, we have several great customers that have pulled a lot of money out of the markets and currently investing in the right classic cars. Good luck with your bids!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665583691, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9763433, "authorName": "cnj1933", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cnj1933/", "bidAmount": 47700, "content": "$47,700 bid placed by cnj1933", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665611723, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9764718, "authorName": "Garyve", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garyve/", "bidAmount": 48000, "content": "$48,000 bid placed by Garyve", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665617062, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9765143, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "a few more pictures I took yesterday on our test drive, good luck with your bids, this is a special truck!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665621129, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9765638, "authorName": "cnj1933", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cnj1933/", "bidAmount": 48300, "content": "$48,300 bid placed by cnj1933", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665626466, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9765996, "authorName": "dcbklb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcbklb/", "bidAmount": 49725, "content": "$49,725 bid placed by dcbklb", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665631872, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9767079, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Investing in good cars over time has consistently proven to be a great place to park your money, not to mention the joy of driving them and showing them. \r\nIn the street rod world this is a blue chip build from Lakeside Rods and Rides.\r\nGood luck with your bids!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665669764, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9767372, "authorName": "Darrenbanul", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/darrenbanul/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It\u2019s not a roadster if it has door windows (just saying)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665672499, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9767816, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@darrenbanul you are correct it does have power windows, so technically not a roadster.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665676526, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9768521, "authorName": "mike_rockwell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_rockwell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This a really high dollar, detailed, & quality build done by a well know shop with a great build name. Now I don't want to rain on the parade, but back in the '70-80's there was a shop in Denver that built a truck just like this, I thought this might be it, but not, built in 2010. This truck has much more trick stuff since it was built in 2010. The truck I mention was shown in a lot of magazines because it was so unique & different at the time. I think it was built from a coupe? The top was fabric & was a much more squared off, go with the flow appearance. I would say the front bumper panel is more original than modified, but the back bumper was definitely tucked & with a needed custom panel to accommodate the tuck, I hope this listing brings the money it deserves, but might be just a little to different, I love different.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665680716, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9768840, "authorName": "Moparmadness", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moparmadness/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "An absolute beautiful build. This convertible truck is only going out in the sun and shows so the top is not an issue. Plus, if the top was on you would not be able to hear all the people yelling compliments to you as you are cruising around. I have never lost a dime on any of the classics that I have bought or sold but I have lost money in the stock market. A beautiful car or truck has always brought me joy while the market has made my stomach do flip flops... Take some money out of market that is going to drop anyway and buy yourself some joy because you only live once. Don't forget to drive it because that is what they were made for.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1665682183, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9771327, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am available if anyone has any last minute thoughts or questions. \r\nThanks for your interest!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665691566, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9771619, "authorName": "SnidelyWhiptrash", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/snidelywhiptrash/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In 1974 I learned to drive in a 1947 Ford Deluxe. It had been in the family since it was new. I wanted to chrome the engine, triple the carbs, add baby moons and paint it metallic cherry red. My dad taught me the beauty of keeping things original, something that obviously escaped this builder. Lol. If I had the skills of who built this, I would have been a lot more popular in high school! GLWA!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665692977, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9771706, "authorName": "cnj1933", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cnj1933/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ie this a No Reserve:", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665693374, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9772194, "authorName": "Foxhillsales", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/foxhillsales/", "bidAmount": 50500, "content": "$50,500 bid placed by Foxhillsales", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665695411, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9772211, "authorName": "boaboyoz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boaboyoz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cnj1933 Mate, it is NOT No Reserve. Were it that way it would be indicated up top in the title", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665695490, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9772308, "authorName": "Garyve", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garyve/", "bidAmount": 51000, "content": "$51,000 bid placed by Garyve", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665695908, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9772342, "authorName": "JDanielsNB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jdanielsnb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "nice", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665696026, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9772345, "authorName": "Foxhillsales", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/foxhillsales/", "bidAmount": 51500, "content": "$51,500 bid placed by Foxhillsales", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665696032, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9772441, "authorName": "Garyve", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garyve/", "bidAmount": 52000, "content": "$52,000 bid placed by Garyve", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665696329, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9772471, "authorName": "Foxhillsales", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/foxhillsales/", "bidAmount": 52500, "content": "$52,500 bid placed by Foxhillsales", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665696445, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9772481, "authorName": "Garyve", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garyve/", "bidAmount": 53000, "content": "$53,000 bid placed by Garyve", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665696468, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9772536, "authorName": "Foxhillsales", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/foxhillsales/", "bidAmount": 53500, "content": "$53,500 bid placed by Foxhillsales", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665696584, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9772541, "authorName": "Garyve", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garyve/", "bidAmount": 54000, "content": "$54,000 bid placed by Garyve", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665696596, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9772586, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 10/13/22 at $54,000", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665696722, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 9772590, "authorName": "boaboyoz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boaboyoz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ciao, adios", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665696734, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9772596, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for your interest", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1665696754, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9773257, "authorName": "UncleBaldy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/unclebaldy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It was that cattywhampus vin plate. Imho\u2026", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665699470, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9780575, "authorName": "broncobob (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/broncobob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bringatrailer we contacted the high bidder and we were able to make a deal and sell him the 47 Ford.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665776271, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9780658, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great to hear @broncobob!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1665776621, "type": "comment"}]