[{"id": 3565039, "authorName": "mada", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mada/", "bidAmount": 3333, "content": "$3,333 bid placed by mada", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566335095, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3565092, "authorName": "hallman1936", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hallman1936/", "bidAmount": 3555, "content": "$3,555 bid placed by hallman1936", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566335482, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3565139, "authorName": "neverenoughgold", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/neverenoughgold/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice looker and I'm glad to see it has an adjustable height suspension because without it, you won't be able to drive into most driveways, much less many roads.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566335753, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3565294, "authorName": "PWSchuh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pwschuh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Really nice mild Kustom. \r\n\r\nPaint-matched gas tank is a first seen for me and a nice touch. :)", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1566337074, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3565586, "authorName": "Davey_Jones", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/davey_jones/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love the commitment of this build. Caddy taillights molded in. And mmmmm metalflake. I fell in lust with metalflake when I was a boy. Just crazy for it. I don\u2019t know how it\u2019s done today, but back in 1963 I read an article in Hot Rod Magazine, something like \u201cSecrets of Metalflake\u201d. It showed them literally dumping a handful of metal flakes into the spray gun with a special nozzle calibrated to the size of the flake. As far as I\u2019m concerned, bigger flakes are better. I never understood the appeal of tiny flakes. Too subtle. Might as well be metallic paint. Nope, give me the colossal Kellogg\u2019s cornflake type monsters in bright sunlight! When you move your head and get that brilliant blast of piercing sparks you may hear rock and roll and taste Coca-Cola, the old kind that was made with cane sugar. In 5th grade band I traded my clarinet for drums because the snare drum was red metalflake. Metalflake isn\u2019t right for everything. Just cool things, like this Olds.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1566343742, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3565698, "authorName": "Lightfoot1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lightfoot1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Davey_Jones Regarding Metalflake yep you need a spray nozzle with a large enough orifice to allow it to pass through. It looks beautiful if done right but the problem comes when laying down enough layers of clear coat for a perfectly flat surface. If you don't let each coat dry completely before spraying the next, the clear coat will eventually crack and spiderweb. Hopefully this was done right.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566346657, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3566045, "authorName": "rickaz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To me, as a boomer who grew up during the fifties, a two door sedan defined the term \"hot rod.\" I didn't need a luxury barge hardtop with its heavier frame and its excessive chrome ballast. Give me a stripper with the BIG engine. I was in heaven when Buick came out with its Century two door sedan in '56. I wasn't nearly old enough to drive then but, the following year, I was able to see the object of my mechanical lust every week on \"Highway Patrol.\" How I envied Broderick Crawford!! This car is Oldsmobile's variation on that theme and, to me, just as desirable. Thanks for the memories! GLWTA!!!!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1566357040, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3566118, "authorName": "Barrygodflat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/barrygodflat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just enough lake pipe exposed to burn your ankle every time. Should come with period-appropriate asbestos socks. JK, GLWTA!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566359661, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3566431, "authorName": "fastsedans (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fastsedans/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Barrygodflat You just reminded me that I need to make a note about the Lake Pipes. They are not hooked up, so not functional. They're just there for the nostalgic look. Thanks", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566391236, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3566543, "authorName": "pigman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pigman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rickaz \"10-4 I'll drive\"", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1566394201, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3566631, "authorName": "notabbiente", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/notabbiente/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "NOT my fathers two tone green four door LOL", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566396315, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3567450, "authorName": "Hersefan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hersefan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\u201cThe rear tires need replacement.\u201d Heh. I can guess why. :-\n\nNeeds a cover over the torque converter and ring gear....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566409767, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3569557, "authorName": "rickaz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@fastsedans I am curious about the way the radiator fan is located between the A/C condenser and the radiator. I have never seen the fan setup executed in that manner before. Logically, it makes sense. Draw the air across the condenser and then blow the air across the radiator while keeping the condenser far enough away from the radiator so that heat from the condenser can't radiate directly to the radiator (other than the heat transferred by the moving air.) Does this work well?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566425060, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3569752, "authorName": "fastsedans (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fastsedans/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rickaz It would be easy to move around if someone wanted to try a different configuration, but the ac blows cold even at 101 degrees in Houston. The car usually sits at 190. If you get stuck in a pile up in Houston and it\u2019s 100 degrees out the gauge creeps up to 215ish.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566428959, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3570329, "authorName": "rickaz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rickaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@fastsedans Thanks for the quick answer. Yeah, my 66 El Camino (factory air) will get that hot or hotter this time of year. 215 degrees is the new 180 degrees....", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566445492, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3570963, "authorName": "Georgeamoth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgeamoth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Remember Super 88's 2 doors as hardtops only. Remember 2 door posts as 88's. Just curious.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566483247, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3570979, "authorName": "Georgeamoth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgeamoth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Remember 2 door Super 88's as hardtops only. Remember 2 door posts as 88's. Love the post cars.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566483503, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3571325, "authorName": "fastsedans (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fastsedans/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Georgeamoth It is my understanding that the Super 88 designation was given to the cars with the bigger motor (Rocket 324ci) and 4bbl carb giving it 240hp over the base 88s with 230hp. You could get a post or no post in both the base 88 and the Super 88. The no post cars were referred to as the \"Holiday Coupe\" and could have either motor option. I could be wrong but this has always been my understanding and what I learned from my research. When I decoded the body tag for this car it came up as a two tone car originally as well which was mainly found on the higher trim Super's. Thanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566489438, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3576909, "authorName": "pwtiger", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pwtiger/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I could live with the SBC but a 425\" 385 HP Olds engine would be the way I'd like to see it...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566592718, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3577414, "authorName": "hudsonkid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hudsonkid/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "88 and super 88's had the same wheelbase,. The 88 was a 2 barrel 324 and the super was a 4 barrel 324. The 88 and super 88 trim was slightly different. The 2 door sedan was available in both 88 and super 88 models. The super 88 2 door sedan is the lowest production 1956 oldsmobile made for that year.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566596291, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3577490, "authorName": "hudsonkid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hudsonkid/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Also, I think this is a plain 88 and not a super 88. The data plate and vin both indicate a plain 88. If the 56-3611 had a \"D\" after that number on the dataplate and the vin was 568C15XXX instead of 567C15XXX then it would be a super 88. Please correct me if I am wrong.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566596638, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3577644, "authorName": "JDSKULL", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jdskull/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just needs a chrome chain steering wheel and a foot shaped gas pedal.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566598365, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3577861, "authorName": "duanej1947", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duanej1947/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by duanej1947", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566604075, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3578707, "authorName": "Tarzan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tarzan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "the lake pipes are for the show, where does the real exhaust come from under the car?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566655579, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3579404, "authorName": "fastsedans (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fastsedans/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Tarzan they dumper before the rear axle under the car. The car has a Thumper Cam also. It\u2019s got a healthy sound you can hear in the vids.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566683656, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3580185, "authorName": "mike_rockwell", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_rockwell/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm a custom+ others, kind of person, I just don't know how to approach this car, so I won't. Old high school friends Dad bought a new '56 Super 88, 2dr. hdtp., white/coral with white interior. He kept it locked up in the garage for special week-ends. Little did he know Bob & I would test drive it now & then, just to keep the carbon from building up in the engine, that thing was quick. He traded it in on one of those small econo-box Chrysler LeBarron's, bet that dealership was pleased, the Olds was like new with very few miles on it. GLWTA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566750504, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3580340, "authorName": "bhopper63", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bhopper63/", "bidAmount": 5150, "content": "$5,150 bid placed by bhopper63", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566757628, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3580519, "authorName": "duanej1947", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duanej1947/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by duanej1947", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566766661, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3580588, "authorName": "dooscoop32", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dooscoop32/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Per some of the comments/questions below, yes this car is a regular Oldsmobile 88. The VIN started with 567 on regular 88s, the Super 88s started with 568 and the 98s were 569 for model year 1956.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566770736, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3580946, "authorName": "raceforfun42", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/raceforfun42/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@fastsedans, nice looking car, one of few that look good to me lowered. Thanks for being open about issues and good responses. \r\n- one floor pan looks replaced, any other evidence of rust repair?\r\n- inside of wheels look rough, does outside look the same?\r\n- above the differential looks open to inside the car, is it?\r\n- what is shown in pic 17 - 18, is that as high as the rear end gets?\r\n- what is the clear shiny coating on the underside? Will it affect the airbags?\r\n- whoever cut and rebuilt the frame above the axle reputable and experienced?\r\n- just the one battery in the car that is shown in the trunk?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566797740, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3581157, "authorName": "fastsedans (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fastsedans/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@raceforfun42 Thanks for the questions;\n1. I wondered about that pan too when I first saw it. There aren't any signs of rust anywhere on the car, so I can't say for sure why that was replaced. I'm going to reach out to the guy who do a lot of the work on the car and see what he has to say.\n\n2. They are the original wheels and hubcaps. I have not had the hubcaps off for any reason to see the front side. I'll pull one off and have a look. Worst case you can just sand and paint which isn't a big task.\n\n3. No there aren't any places in the undercarriage open to the car. No exhaust fumes either. \n\n4. Pic 17 shows the car all the way up. Pic 18 is driving height.\n\n5. When I took those undercarriage pics there was a quick pop of shower on the way to the shop where the lift was at. It was dripping under the car so I used a towel to wipe off the excess water for the pics. I think what you are seeing is that it was just a little wet and the flash makes it stand out more. \n\n6. Yes, they did a very nice job on the C-notching.\n\n7. Yes, just the one battery in the trunk. I will note also that this car does not have a battery draw when parked. I've left it for weeks off a tender and it has a strong crank. (you don't see that often in old cars, haha)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566826939, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3581215, "authorName": "gcervz13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gcervz13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi - Appears to be a nice build - can you tell me where the air conditioning vents are - can't see them in any of the pictures. Thank - Gary", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566828521, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3581325, "authorName": "fastsedans (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fastsedans/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@gcervz13 Great question! There are two vents but the system allows for 4 total. The other 2 are blocked off. Both vents are attached to the bottom of the dash. One is just to the left of the steering column, pointed at the driver. The second is pointed at the middle of the passenger seat so it hits the passenger directly. You can see the black ducts in photos 47 and 50. Thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566831327, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3582449, "authorName": "Domer2323", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/domer2323/", "bidAmount": 5750, "content": "$5,750 bid placed by Domer2323", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566846728, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3582546, "authorName": "gcervz13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gcervz13/", "bidAmount": 6013, "content": "$6,013 bid placed by gcervz13", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566847711, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3583351, "authorName": "duanej1947", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duanej1947/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "$6,500 bid placed by duanej1947", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566859224, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3583392, "authorName": "gcervz13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gcervz13/", "bidAmount": 6613, "content": "$6,613 bid placed by gcervz13", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566860345, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3583473, "authorName": "luhmanosity", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/luhmanosity/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What is the high pitch squeaking sound on idle from the walk around video? \r\n\r\nReally noticeable near the end.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566863043, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3583496, "authorName": "fastsedans (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fastsedans/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@luhmanosity I think the mic is just picking up some drive belt noise. There isn\u2019t any noticeable squealing in person. Or my ears don\u2019t hear that frequency. Haha", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566863479, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3583610, "authorName": "duanej1947", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duanej1947/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "$7,000 bid placed by duanej1947", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566866553, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3583637, "authorName": "Ntvmotors", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ntvmotors/", "bidAmount": 7200, "content": "$7,200 bid placed by Ntvmotors", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566867345, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3583766, "authorName": "gcervz13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gcervz13/", "bidAmount": 7313, "content": "$7,313 bid placed by gcervz13", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566870444, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3583858, "authorName": "duanej1947", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duanej1947/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by duanej1947", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566873484, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3584006, "authorName": "gcervz13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gcervz13/", "bidAmount": 7613, "content": "$7,613 bid placed by gcervz13", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566880605, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3584379, "authorName": "Jbates0323", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jbates0323/", "bidAmount": 7800, "content": "$7,800 bid placed by Jbates0323", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566912449, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3584418, "authorName": "duanej1947", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/duanej1947/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by duanej1947", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566913524, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3584444, "authorName": "Jbates0323", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jbates0323/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "$8,500 bid placed by Jbates0323", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566914040, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3584549, "authorName": "fastsedans (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fastsedans/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Only about 5hrs until the auction ends today! If you plan on bidding make sure you are logged in and ready to go. I've seen people wait until the last minute and get locked out. If you have questions I will be available to answer. If you want to send me a private message there is a \"Contact Seller\" button in the top right under the cover photo. Good Luck Bidding! Thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566916273, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3584697, "authorName": "Bricklin2117", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bricklin2117/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not your grandfathers Olds!!!! Especially with the Chevy small block. Time for a 455 olds to keep it in the family!! GLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1566919261, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3584818, "authorName": "luhmanosity", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/luhmanosity/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love that this needs new rear tires ??", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566921315, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3584929, "authorName": "Patrick01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/patrick01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "very nice!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566923022, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3584950, "authorName": "VinnyRusso", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vinnyrusso/", "bidAmount": 8600, "content": "$8,600 bid placed by VinnyRusso", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566923426, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3584998, "authorName": "luhmanosity", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/luhmanosity/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Tags are current?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566924260, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3585058, "authorName": "Jbates0323", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jbates0323/", "bidAmount": 8750, "content": "$8,750 bid placed by Jbates0323", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566925361, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3585167, "authorName": "fastsedans (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fastsedans/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@luhmanosity they are about to expire but we\u2019re taking about a few bucks to renew. Thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566927206, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3585835, "authorName": "VinnyRusso", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vinnyrusso/", "bidAmount": 9555, "content": "$9,555 bid placed by VinnyRusso", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566932588, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3585860, "authorName": "lokiufgator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lokiufgator/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by lokiufgator", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566932726, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3585878, "authorName": "luhmanosity", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/luhmanosity/", "bidAmount": 16000, "content": "$16,000 bid placed by luhmanosity", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566932925, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3586223, "authorName": "TerryA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/terrya/", "bidAmount": 18000, "content": "$18,000 bid placed by TerryA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566934713, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3586279, "authorName": "luhmanosity", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/luhmanosity/", "bidAmount": 20000, "content": "$20,000 bid placed by luhmanosity", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566934975, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3586286, "authorName": "TerryA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/terrya/", "bidAmount": 20250, "content": "$20,250 bid placed by TerryA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566935013, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3586305, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 8/27/19 at $20,250", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566935135, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 3586311, "authorName": "luhmanosity", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/luhmanosity/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Did that end extra early?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566935169, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3586366, "authorName": "fastsedans (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fastsedans/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@luhmanosity no it actually had some time added to it. You guys were pretty close to the reserve. thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566935482, "type": "comment"}]