[{"id": 9567307, "authorName": "StevenW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevenw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Isn't this the original USA version SM demo car? If so, it has quite an interesting early history.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1663596819, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9567322, "authorName": "Fourheadlight", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fourheadlight/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by Fourheadlight", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663596932, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9567387, "authorName": "QuilceneRoland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/quilceneroland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@StevenW it is indeed one of the demo cars that also did the car show circuit.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1663597501, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9567487, "authorName": "QuilceneRoland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/quilceneroland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The initial set of US market press/demo cars were actually French market cars with US market headlights bolted on to them\u2026\n\nhttps://www.seattlecitroen.net/anomalies", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1663598684, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9567526, "authorName": "StevenW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevenw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is this the ex-Ben Harroll, ex-Hal Lipset car?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663598957, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9567556, "authorName": "QuilceneRoland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/quilceneroland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@StevenW it has been advertised as the Harrell /Lipset car in the past.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1663599269, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9567640, "authorName": "mbaum", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mbaum/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is this the car that Paul Heilig owned a few short years back? If so, this is supposed to be the dealer demonstrator for the US and, if I recall correctly a SF (and NY?) Autoshow car. One of the earliest DS in the country.\n\nI drove this car and it drove very nice. It is supposed to be largely original, including paint and interior. It looks like it might have gotten new seat upholstery.\n\nThe sunroof is a rare factory option but Citroen used an American brand. I do not recall the make anymore.\n\nNevertheless, the new owner put even more work in it. Paul is one of the best and well known Citroen specialists in the US (He is restoring a 59 ID for me). I think he rebuilt the engine which is a very good thing.\n\nGLWS.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1663600169, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9567703, "authorName": "Edwardo500", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/edwardo500/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are you saying this car was one of the press/demo cars? I see this car has the white reverse lights and orange turn signal lenses", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663600732, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9567707, "authorName": "pricesensitive", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pricesensitive/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is a very interesting car. It seems to retain the side rub-strips that Citroen liked to apply to the SMs sold in the North American market. First SM I've seen with the addition of this type of sunroof. I understand a dealer in Ft. Lauderdale installed a \"Waybesto\" sunroof on a number of cars. The ANSA rear exhaust was a popular after-market item that I've seen on SMs across the nation. I wonder if the multiple Maserati tridents were added to this car for extra advertising?\r\nI would recommend any prospective buyer take a good look at the service and repair work that has been done on this car in the last few years. It's not clear why the passenger window and A/C are not working having just been serviced. \r\nHopefully, the owner can chime in and fill in the blanks.\r\nCheers to all,", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1663600743, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9567716, "authorName": "StevenW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevenw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "https://www.citroen-ca.com/sales - about middle of the listings?\r\n\r\nThe serial number SB4958 suggests a Sept 1971 build, though the conformity plate is dated Oct 1971, supporting the thought that this is a very early USA version, most likely with bench-built USA specific components.\r\n\r\nThe color doesn't appear to be listed as an SM available color until a few years later (74?). It sure looks a great color for the car, again perhaps as an early demo car?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1663600847, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9567776, "authorName": "StevenW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevenw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is supposed to be the car while owned by Ben Harroll - https://pimuseum.org/about/\r\n\r\nThis is said to be the same car under Hal Lipset's ownership - https://www.gettyimages.in/detail/news-photo/private-detective-hal-lipset-enjoys-a-cigar-near-the-news-photo/576841712\r\n\r\nBoth were Private Investigators of renown. Lipset passed decades ago, Harroll is said to be retired.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1663601363, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9567782, "authorName": "nhtowman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nhtowman/", "bidAmount": 7600, "content": "$7,600 bid placed by nhtowman", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663601380, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9568173, "authorName": "hat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hat/", "bidAmount": 7700, "content": "$7,700 bid placed by hat", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663604743, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9568592, "authorName": "V2ONE-LXIII", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/v2one-lxiii/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "$8,500 bid placed by V2ONE-LXIII", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663607290, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9569042, "authorName": "CarsBicyclesAndSushi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carsbicyclesandsushi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I always have to take a peek when one of these pop up listed with brown leather.\r\n\r\nSublime.\r\n\r\nGreat car and history, GLWA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663609095, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9569614, "authorName": "Kas320", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kas320/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So how much is a complete A/C overhaul recommended by Citroen Classics at #182?\r\nDoes the inoperative sunroof leak?\r\nHow much headroom does the sunroof take up (I'm 6'2\")?\r\nDo you have the receipts for the 2005 engine rebuild?\r\nWhat is the cycle time on the suspension?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663611507, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9570338, "authorName": "QuilceneRoland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/quilceneroland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@StevenW this color was a \u201872 model year only color and is correct for the car. \r\n\r\nThere were actually 100-150 \u201871 model year SMs in USA spec built before the August \u201871 factory shutdown. \r\n\r\nA nice feature of pre-January \u201872 cars is that they don\u2019t have the ugly seatbelt light cut into the dash next to the clock that subsequent N American SMs got.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663614708, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9571367, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi @mbaum nice to hear from you again and thank you for the description! \r\n\r\nThis car is the one owned by Paul Heilig, and he has been servicing and restoring this exact car for almost 40 years. He is my only mechanic choice for both of my Citroens so that I know all the work is done properly and correctly.\r\n\r\nThe sunroof was installed by the American Sunroof Company in San Diego commissioned by Citroen, and they are still in business today.\r\n\r\nHope to see your ID soon:)\r\nShawn", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1663618885, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9571729, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi @pricesensitive thank you for the comment! \r\n\r\nIt is unknown to me whether the tridents were installed by Citroen or by one of the previous owners. The sunroof was installed by the American Sunroof Company, commissioned by Citroen. It was a really rare option that only less than 100 cars have.\r\n\r\nAs for the non-working right window & A/C, as seen on the service record, we did the troubleshooting and located the problem to the window motor and the A/C expansion valve. But no parts were installed due to parts availability. I will update the estimated cost for replacement shortly.\r\n\r\nThank you for informing the buyers and please let me know if you have any other questions!\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\nShawn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663620306, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9571742, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Edwardo500 yes the car was a press/demo car!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663620351, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9571866, "authorName": "StevenW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevenw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pretty certain the Tridents were owner installed later, as earlier photos do not show them, and the photos from the promotional tour don't seem to have them either?\r\n\r\nPaul had said this was one of the first batch of USA models, and was a rush job to make the promotional tour. \r\n\r\nSome of the European Citroen experts speculate that the color was selected to photograph well, and that these earliest USA destined SMs were either build or finished up by one of Citroen's contractors. Lieger built SMs, but not certain if they were the only outside assemblers.\r\n\r\nWhile I haven't seen this SM in the flesh, these cars are very fun to drive! As I live so far away from qualified mechanics, I never came out to California to see this car when he had it for sale. \r\n\r\nSure looks much nicer with the tore-up leather seats replaced!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1663620835, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9572080, "authorName": "QuilceneRoland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/quilceneroland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@random_precision @pricesensitive \nfwiw: the AC expansion valve is common to a few other cars (ex: Ford Granada) and is readily available. \n(I got mine from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000C2OAW0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663621842, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9572277, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi @steveM thank you for the very knowledgeable comments. The description of the owners indeed matches my knowledge.\r\n\r\nThis car is highly possible to be the first SM ever to touch the U.S ground. (Unfortunately, I cannot personally verify this concretely since Citroen never records this data). But based on its serial number, it is definitely one of the very first US-spec cars ever built.\r\n\r\nThe car was used in a promotional tour across the U.S, where the first owner Lipset saw the car and purchased it right after the tour finished. He drove the car for a couple of years and passed the vehicle to his P.I student-Harrol. I am the third owner since the mechanic, Paul Heilig, purchased this car as a dealer. \r\n\r\nIt is a truly different feeling to own a piece of history with unique bench-built components and finished by a special contractor.\r\n\r\nThank you for completing the back story of the car, especially the Lieger-built SMs part that I didn't know of. Now I feel more special for being one of its owners:)\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\nShawn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663622737, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9572303, "authorName": "pricesensitive", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pricesensitive/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yep, The A/C expansion valve is quite common on cars of this era and quite available. I suspect it will take a bit of disassembly to install. Installing the brass gear in the window operator is not a big deal and I found the replacement gears were available a few months ago.\r\nI love special cars with a back story. It appears this is such a car. My late Euro SM was one of the few Lieger-built cars. It had a Lieger paper tag on the firewall. Might be worth taking a close look at this car for a tag on this car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663622849, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9572501, "authorName": "StevenW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevenw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "http://www.citroenet.org.uk/foreign/usa/71-sm-us/001.jpg would be the contemporary North American sales flyer when this car was first shown. It was later decided the Canadian sold cars could retain the European headlights, but would have the other North American features.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663623630, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9572568, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi @Kas320, \r\n\r\nI just called Paul to get an estimate for both the window motor and the expansion valve.\r\n\r\nThe window motor costs around $600-700 (labor included), and the A/C expansion valve costs around $1200-1400(labor included).@pricesensitive @QuilceneRoland\r\n\r\nI've never experienced any sunroof leaks from rains or car washes. (I never let my car stay under pouring water though)\r\n\r\nThe sunroof does not take additional headspace, and I am pretty sure that a 6'2'' can fit into this car considering it was designed for the N.A market.\r\n\r\nWhile understanding that it is a pricy job, the receipts for the stainless exhaust valve and engine overhaul cannot be tracked. My mechanic Paul confirmed that he performed the job in 2005.\r\n\r\nI don't precisely remember the pump cycle time, but hopefully, the long 20min video can demonstrate the healthiness of the hydraulic system:).\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\nShawn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663623981, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9572614, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@QuilceneRoland Thank you for all the awesome replies!\r\n\r\nShawn", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1663624195, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9572934, "authorName": "LuckysDad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/luckysdad/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cool car.\r\nStrange collection of videos though.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663625463, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9573865, "authorName": "Edwardo500", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/edwardo500/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "do you have some kind of documentation to verify the demo car status?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663631842, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9573913, "authorName": "QuilceneRoland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/quilceneroland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pricesensitive @random_precision @Kas320\nafter seeing what the seller's mechanic went through to conclude that the AC expansion valve needs replacing (as stated in one of the invoices pictured above) - I see I had the exact same experience: \n1: vacuumed the system \n2: charged the system\n3: realized that there was a blocked expansion valve\nVery frustrating - next time I revive an SM A/C system, I'll just do the expansion valve to begin with. \n\nI have since assisted another SM owner who had the same thing (blocked valve) and we were able to clean the system out with AC cleaner and back-blow the valve clear with compressed air... but that was lucky. \n\nIf you'd like to see what's involved in actually swapping out the expansion valve, I documented it in the lower half of this posting on my SM blog:\nhttps://smrevival.wordpress.com/2020/06/07/first-week-of-june-2020-air-conditioning-system-charging/", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663632657, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9574059, "authorName": "ekmcmullen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ekmcmullen/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by ekmcmullen", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663634083, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9574077, "authorName": "ekmcmullen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ekmcmullen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@QuilceneRoland,\r\nGreetings Roland. The Kings have been running Hood Canal like crazy. Was in Hama Hama for the centennial. Hope that you are well.\r\n\r\nWould love to see you car sometime. Alway great to read your advice. Please stop by Bremerton when you are on this side.\r\n\r\nEvan near Seabeck", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663634280, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9574084, "authorName": "ekmcmullen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ekmcmullen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@randomprecision,\r\nI have a lot of spares ( 7 SM's) if you are in need.\r\nthanks,\r\nEvan in Bremerton", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663634405, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9574179, "authorName": "rluciano", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rluciano/", "bidAmount": 12500, "content": "$12,500 bid placed by rluciano", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663635662, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9574432, "authorName": "QuilceneRoland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/quilceneroland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ekmcmullen thanks! I\u2019ll swing by your shop next time I\u2019m cruising around in the SM over there.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663639226, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9574508, "authorName": "britbits", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/britbits/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@random_precision beautiful looking SM! Just curious if the sunroof adds any noticable noise when closed. I guess since it isn't working you have no idea if it has a wind deflector built in?\r\n@ekmcmullen, is there an easy way to find you? My brother is trying to convert my father's 1972 automatique to a 5 speed. Cheers", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663640175, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9575128, "authorName": "FSJ_Europe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fsj_europe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not a big deal, but i think that there is a spelling error, the last SM were built by \"Ligier\", not \"Lieger\". Ligier is also known for its participation in the Formula One world championship from 76 to 96.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663668083, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9576336, "authorName": "pricesensitive", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pricesensitive/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry, the spelling error is on me. There is a small hard-covered book on SMs that covers the Ligier connection to Citroen. I believe the author is English. Sadly, I don't remember the name of the author or the name of the book. It is now with the new owner of my SM.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663686632, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9578246, "authorName": "jimxty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimxty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "RE:blocked expansion valves. The receiver dryer is filled with a red colored dessicant that is contained in a porous bag. The bag can burst and send the red \"stuff\" all through the system. There is a small screen in the expansion valve which gets clogged by the red \"stuff\". You can clean the screen, but you must replace the receiver dryer else the valve will clog up again. I have fixed quite a few A/C units doing this.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1663696510, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9579490, "authorName": "StevenW", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevenw/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Might this be the book that was mentioned?\r\n\r\nhttps://citroboutique.com/product/sa-majeste-citroen-sm-english-edition\r\n\r\nThere is also a Jeff Daniels book \"Citroen SM\" by Osprey (I think), and the usual Brooklands reprint of articles book.\r\n\r\nThe Brooklands comes in several versions, with the \"Limited Edition Extra\" being rather nice. The compiler/editor/author is credited as R. M. Clarke.\r\n\r\nThere are some more if you read French or Dutch.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663701301, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9579897, "authorName": "ekmcmullen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ekmcmullen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@britbits. We are super lucky to be so close to Quicene Roland here in Bremerton WA. at Cosmopolitan Motors. I have a bit of a French itch as I have about 27 D's as well as a few of the the rarer marques en plus, mais, c'est le vie, non? Just sold a magnificent D Euro spec a few weeks back. Need to get one back on BaT to find the real enthusiasts!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1663703151, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9584033, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@britbits I am not sure about the wind deflector on the sunroof since I never use it. It would be very helpful if someone could chime in with some information on the original American Sunroof Company's sunroof.\r\n\r\nThanks in advance\r\nShawn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663731431, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9584048, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Edwardo500\r\n\r\nAlthough there are multiple pieces of evidence pointing to it, unfortunately Citroen never records such information since \"it is not in their interest of business.\" \r\n\r\nPorsche on the other hand does a very good job in tracking and recording their special vehicles.\r\n\r\nShawn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663731759, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9584075, "authorName": "QuilceneRoland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/quilceneroland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@britbits @random_precision here is a \u201873 USA car with a port installed sunroof which I believe to be one the ASC units. See photo #44 to see the small wind deflector deployed\u2026\r\nhttps://bringatrailer.com/listing/1973-citroen-sm-25/", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663732222, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9584081, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@QuilceneRoland \r\n\r\nThank you for your info! I am constantly amazed by the knowledge of this community.\r\n\r\nShawn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663732390, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9585474, "authorName": "Nordine01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nordine01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@random_precision , is the car actually in Pasadena right now? Wondering if I can see it in person. I am in San Diego. Also, could you confirm if the car has a reserve?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663772434, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9585616, "authorName": "na", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/na/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Nordine01 BaT listings have a reserve, unless so stated in the listing title, e.g. No Reserve: 30k-Mile 2003 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG. GL!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663773639, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9585754, "authorName": "Nordine01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nordine01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @na. Just don't want to get through all the motions just to realize the car will not reach the reserve, whatever I try.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1663774849, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9585907, "authorName": "na", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/na/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@random_precision My hat off to you for a very thorough listing that leaves no ambiguity regarding condition thanks to the excellent photos. When this beauty rolls out of the transporter, the successful bidder will know exactly what to expect. I wish @BaT would require all its listings to conform to this high standard. I am local to several dealers that list their cars with far more glamour shots than photographic documentation of condition (esp. paint blemishes) and I am certain that a goodly number of their buyers are disappointed to see their acquisition in tattier shape than what was represented in the auction. This auction will bring top dollar. GLWS!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1663776167, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9592231, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Nordine01 The car is currently located in Yorba Linda, about 40 mins away from Pasadena, and can be transported back to Pasadena after the auction ends. Please use the \"Contact Seller\" button if you desire to see the car in person.\r\n\r\nThanks\r\nShawn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1663803809, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9592249, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@na Thank you for your kind words. I have so many positive stories about this car to share, but I tried to keep the description and the photos as objective as possible. I would rather have the car fail my reserve than make the buyer upset about \"surprises.\"\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\nShawn", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1663804064, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9603352, "authorName": "AndyDLY", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andydly/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Honestly represented car. GLWS. \r\n\r\nOne bit of persnickety though: the earliest US Spec car I\u2019ve worked on is SB4318, so while the car in this auction is an early 72 model year, there are far earlier ones. This is probably a good thing. SB4318 got a factory warranty engine replacement due to a valve meet and greet. \r\n\r\nIn my experience the metal sunroof seals well, no noticeable additional wind noise. It does lower the head clearance an inch or two.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1663940074, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9611222, "authorName": "kling.klang", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kling.klang/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@QuilceneRoland from your blog post, the expansion valve looks like a pig of a job. \r\n\r\nLovely looking SM. Always nice to see one that isn\u2019t white or \u201cSM Racing Brown\u201d.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1664016022, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9612047, "authorName": "QuilceneRoland", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/quilceneroland/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@kling.klang thanks! \n\nYes, getting the expansion valve out is a less than fun project (hence the $1200-$1400 estimate you see below) and from what I have been told by people who have done MANY more SMs than I, it needs to be replaced about 50% of the time on SMs with dormant A/C systems. \n\nSo it is a 50/50 gamble to replace the compressor/dryer/hoses and not do the expansion valve...as Citroen Classics experienced with this car (see photos #181 & #182 above).", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1664030906, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9621107, "authorName": "FredericJ5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fredericj5/", "bidAmount": 13000, "content": "$13,000 bid placed by FredericJ5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664131510, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9623073, "authorName": "fushuangyi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fushuangyi/", "bidAmount": 18000, "content": "$18,000 bid placed by fushuangyi", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664141439, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9623340, "authorName": "FredericJ5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fredericj5/", "bidAmount": 19000, "content": "$19,000 bid placed by FredericJ5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664143440, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9623695, "authorName": "Bocatrip29", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bocatrip29/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great car... If it is and has been totally maintained from beginning to end... up until it's sale... If not... make sure if purchasing for personal use, a dedicated mechanic that is well versed in Citreon ownership is handy.. Check Jay Leno's video on his. These cars can be a challenge... I had 2 and changing the alternator was intimidating. .but at least the car did rise up when starting.. Good luck to all. A great car to own if service is available.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664148810, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9624099, "authorName": "fushuangyi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fushuangyi/", "bidAmount": 22001, "content": "$22,001 bid placed by fushuangyi", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664155043, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9624941, "authorName": "MasterDebator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/masterdebator/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pasadena is bringing some quality at the moment.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664194663, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9625081, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It is also worth mentioning that the car was featured on Speedhunter:\r\n\r\nhttp://www.speedhunters.com/2022/03/citroens-answer-70s-gt/", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664196578, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9625103, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bocatrip29\r\n\r\nAs the service record shows, the car was maintained from beginning to end. It was maintained, restored and serviced by the same knowledgeable mechanic Paul Heilig since the 80s. @mbaum had shared some great experiences with him below.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1664196836, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9625211, "authorName": "acemobilesrq", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/acemobilesrq/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I read that blog on the expansion valve repair with a chuckle. I just did the expansion valve & evaporator on my mother's 1997 Suzuki Sidekick. The expansion valve on her car is the exact same design & part number. Makes me think of what that Russian cosmonaut said in \"Armageddon\"... \"they're components, Russian components, American components, all made in TAIWAN!\" \ud83e\udd23", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1664198586, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9627132, "authorName": "Dog_leg_first", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dog_leg_first/", "bidAmount": 23999, "content": "$23,999 bid placed by Dog_leg_first", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664214201, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 9627142, "authorName": "Dog_leg_first", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dog_leg_first/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can't let my brother have all the fun with the Merak....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664214227, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9627149, "authorName": "mrhemi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrhemi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A very very desirable collectible European car here", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664214296, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9627154, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 9/26/22 at $23,999", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664214322, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 9627164, "authorName": "mrhemi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrhemi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don't know what happened here but this car is probably worth all of 40 to 45,000", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664214381, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9627113, "authorName": "mrhemi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrhemi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A 1972 with a 5-speed, definitely well worth owning..... DEFINITELY \u2757\u2757", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664214407, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9627250, "authorName": "Dog_leg_first", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dog_leg_first/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "NASDAQ is what happened.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1664214848, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9627260, "authorName": "mrhemi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrhemi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I guess the economy is down a bit", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1664214884, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9627359, "authorName": "Airmango", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/airmango/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The car deserves much better. Sad that the value seems so affected by the stock market. Glad to see the seller not give it away. The SM is an automotive tour de force that deserves better.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664215192, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9627407, "authorName": "random_precision (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/random_precision/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi everyone,\r\n\r\nIt is very interesting to see how the market reacts. Not gonna lie a little out of my expectation. The downfall of Nasdaq could be one of the contributions.\r\n\r\nBut thank you everyone for the interest and hope everyone has a wonderful day.\r\n\r\nMaybe this car will see you guys later on BAT?\r\n\r\nSincerely,\r\nShawn", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1664215365, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9627851, "authorName": "dherr2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dherr2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would not sell my non-running 72 5 speed for that price. Definitely a down market at the moment, but this car will find a buyer. These are very special and really unique cars and I suspect will be worth much more when the market comes back up.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1664216802, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9628612, "authorName": "upinthetrees", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/upinthetrees/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice Citroen.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664219881, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9629496, "authorName": "MarcosCHI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/marcoschi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "whats the reserve?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1664224204, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 9629506, "authorName": "bobrk", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobrk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was thinking there would be a discount for the scruffy paint.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1664224254, "type": "comment"}]