[{"id": 3217158, "authorName": "greystone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/greystone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fantastic. LSD as well, a surprisingly rare option.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557236864, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217176, "authorName": "Rodeo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rodeo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In my opinion, one of the best cars on the planet! Dead serious. \r\n\r\nI had an 11 n/a Evora 6 speed. 90% of the fun of the Elise, with 300 times the comfort and refinement. This car is a massive improvement over my old Evora.\r\n\r\nGood luck seller! I will be back in one of these when I thin the herd", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1557237150, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217193, "authorName": "yidal8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yidal8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@greystone: LSD is standard on all the 6-speed 400s. Not available on the auto.\r\nI test drove this thing last year, and was seriously blown away", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557237525, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217216, "authorName": "greystone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/greystone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@yidal8 Thanks, wasn't the case on the NA and S cars, mine doesn't have one.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557237965, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217232, "authorName": "cr9m5", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cr9m5/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by cr9m5", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557238274, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3217296, "authorName": "mcorrallo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcorrallo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These should only be available in crazy colors.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1557239624, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217318, "authorName": "cyirush", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cyirush/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Matt Farah did a great article and video on the 400 - he put lots of miles and several track days on one last year and loved it. Link here -\r\n\r\nhttps://www.thedrive.com/new-cars/21619/living-the-perfect-lotus-lifestyle-5-racetracks-at-a-time", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557240018, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217389, "authorName": "6sigma", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/6sigma/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great car. I came this -><- close to buying an Evora 400 about a year ago. Amazing sound from the V6 - no turbo mufflers. These are seriously underappreciated.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557241267, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217394, "authorName": "Jags_in_the_barn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jags_in_the_barn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking cars and seriously underappreciated. Prices seem to be at a low currently, so it will be interesting to see how the BAT community values it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557241415, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217396, "authorName": "Mgaguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mgaguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking car .... but those hard back seats look mighty uncomfortable (probably not tho)\r\nHow would this car look in BRG?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557241440, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217417, "authorName": "TommyC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tommyc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow. Just wow. While I'm not normally not a fan of these cars, this one is absolutely stunning.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557241774, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217432, "authorName": "wezelboy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wezelboy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a 2010 NA that I adore, but this would be a nice step up.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557242059, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217433, "authorName": "JCK1970", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jck1970/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a fabulous track car. Just buy that car and take it to every track weekend you can find.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557242090, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217438, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks everyone for viewing the auction!!\r\n@cyirush\r\nYou read my mind...I was gonna suggest Matt\u2019s smoking tire review. I would recommend people watch it(great channel?)was a great review.https://youtu.be/nObZoZEsxf0", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557242229, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217458, "authorName": "cyirush", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cyirush/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@autospa - yes, Matt really gets these cars. His initial review of the 400 in 2016 and his more recent review of the 410 Sport are also worth watching -\r\n\r\nhttps://m.youtube.com/watch?v=R1pU_tfMAUY\r\n\r\nhttps://m.youtube.com/watch?v=LE2KwK5H4zg\r\n\r\nHe\u2019s a very good driver and he really pushes the 410. Gives you a great sense of how well these cars handle. \r\n\r\nPeople should also look up what Road and Track has to say about the 400. It came 2nd in there PCOTY in 2016.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557242534, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217460, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Also the abrasion on the PPF (passenger side in front of rear tire) I showed in my walk around was on the PPF and did not effect paint.The PPF has been replaced last week..good as new!Also here\u2019s another review video I mentioned in my walk around done by Vehicle Virgins channel.\r\nhttps://youtu.be/R3JywSeEOEk", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557242567, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217503, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A copy of the window sticker has just been posted, note that this car also has optional cruise control. Enjoy the auction!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557243500, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217551, "authorName": "Mroyal30", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mroyal30/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A glowing representation of the Toyota 2GR-FE Superiority. What a wonderful V6.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557244822, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217578, "authorName": "sweptforward", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sweptforward/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fantastic car and so much fun to drive", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557245290, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217748, "authorName": "gokstate", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gokstate/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely sublime hand-built driver's cars retaining several analog components in an era where finding such new is difficult. Many have said this is what the new NSX should've been and I agree.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557248302, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217752, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here\u2019s another great video from Matt at Smoking Tire comparing the original NSX and the Lotus Evora 400...feel free to check it out.\r\nhttps://youtu.be/oFqVWilj8Q8", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557248391, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217758, "authorName": "willde", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/willde/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As an owner of a Evora 400, these cars are bullet-proof, as this evolution finally got it right. I have 7,500 miles on mine, all added driving to the track, around the track and home from the track with an occasional canyon run. While a 600 hp Corvette will beat you on the straights, you can catch them in the corners, and that's where this car shines. It still turns heads and gets lots of thumbs up along the way.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1557248464, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3217960, "authorName": "GP2NYC2MIAMI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gp2nyc2miami/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "How much is the lien? Who is the lien holder?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557251744, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3219020, "authorName": "vengerider", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vengerider/", "bidAmount": 40000, "content": "$40,000 bid placed by vengerider", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557260015, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3219100, "authorName": "onboost91", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onboost91/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Gorgeous - love the black pack option. I sat in one of these after taking an Elise for a test drive and boy what a difference. Very nice and something you can live with on a day to day basis. I bet it goes like hell too.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557260663, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3219491, "authorName": "rberning04", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rberning04/", "bidAmount": 42500, "content": "$42,500 bid placed by rberning04", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557263408, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3220488, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@onboost91\r\nI agree the black pack option works really well with the signature silver...I think it gives it more of an exotic look.The car really has it all ...exotic styling of a supercar..dependability of a Toyota engine ...handling that Lotus is known for...and can\u2019t forget that wonderful growl the exhaust makes!! ?The car can easily be driven as a daily driver", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557276816, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3220491, "authorName": "bruce_m", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bruce_m/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If I pay extra at end of auction, can I have the car in color and not in black and white?\r\n\r\nThanks.\r\n\r\nGLWA, looks amazing!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1557276890, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3220504, "authorName": "Boulderer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/boulderer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Anyone else having a hard time convincing their significant other that the rear seats are usable?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557277207, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3220542, "authorName": "corvettewill", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/corvettewill/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why are you selling it?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557278429, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3220623, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Boulderer\r\nLol..that\u2019s easy ...tell them how much fun it will be driving the car for a weekend get away..you can put some luggage in the back seat area.Find a location with nice scenic winding roads?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557280963, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3220665, "authorName": "75shortfinal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/75shortfinal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "what is the warranty situation on these cars?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557282120, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3220736, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pjwillets\r\nWarranty is 3 years /36,000 miles which started in Sept 2018 when car was purchased new", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557284567, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3220761, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Also photos and video were taken two weeks ago.the photos I took over two days one day sunny and one day cloudy ..it shows how the signature silver looks different in different lighting.in some light it looks silver and in other light it\u2019s got a gold hue.really is a beautiful color", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557285219, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3220880, "authorName": "75shortfinal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/75shortfinal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "are there any stability/traction control systems on the car?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557293100, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3221092, "authorName": "Portia", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/portia/", "bidAmount": 56000, "content": "$56,000 bid placed by Portia", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557318604, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3221232, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pjwilletts Yes there is Race mode and Sport mode which will adjust your stability/traction control systems accordingly", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557321941, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3221252, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here\u2019s a great article from Jalopnik that was written in 2016 on the Evora 400\r\nhttps://jalopnik.com/the-lotus-evora-400-is-the-best-track-car-i-have-ever-d-1784855962/amp", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557322164, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3221493, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@corvettewill\r\nIt is owned by a real car enthusiast who likes to experience as many cars as possible...so he keeps them a short time and inevitably sees another car he wants to experience..too many cars not enough time?His cars are kept meticulously while under his ownership.He has experienced numerous exotics and had very high praise for the Lotus ..said it was the best track car he\u2019s driven and was very suited for a daily driver...overall fantastic car!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557326872, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3221512, "authorName": "Haulgas", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/haulgas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is the car available for test drive? I'll be in the area this weekend.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557327357, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3221633, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Haulgas\r\nContact me thru BAT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557329844, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3221647, "authorName": "75shortfinal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/75shortfinal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Warranty is transferable?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557330137, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3222093, "authorName": "kwedde01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kwedde01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller, kindly provide an ECU dump.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557337996, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3222129, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pjwilletts\r\nYes warranty is transferable", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557338455, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3222646, "authorName": "vengerider", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vengerider/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller, is the car running replacement tires/brake pads due to track use? If not, do you have any idea of wear?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557342515, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3223846, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@vengerider\r\nThe owner says tires and brake pads are original and are in very good condition with minimal wear.He said the car did two light DE track days ..no more than one hour each track day (three 20 minute sessions each day)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557351274, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3224586, "authorName": "75shortfinal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/75shortfinal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any opinions on the rear seat option?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557363485, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3224679, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pjwilletts\r\nThe backseats are about as useful as the backseats on a 911.You might get a small child in the backseat but not an adult.realistically the back seats are best used for storage perhaps bags of groceries or overnight bags.in addition you have the rear trunk area.the picture in the photo gallery(and walk around video) shows two cases of water to give some perspective to the size of trunk area.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557366035, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3225679, "authorName": "cyirush", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cyirush/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There are owners of Evoras (both 400s and the first gen car) who do put their kids in the back once they are in forward facing car seats or boosters. I\u2019ve seen lots of pictures on lotustalk (and the guy who sold the first 400 on @BAT used to do this too).\r\n\r\nBut when I tested a 400 my six year old couldn\u2019t sit behind me (with no car seat) when I was in the driver\u2019s seat. I\u2019m 6\u20193\u2019\u2019. So the limiting factor is the height of the adults in the front seats and also where they like to place the seat.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557414363, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3226166, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here\u2019s a fun video Lotus did when it introduced the Lotus Evora 400\r\nhttps://youtu.be/CGUZH13X5nA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557422501, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3226303, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mjc_italy\r\nLol..good point...hard lesson!?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557424472, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3226275, "authorName": "mjc_italy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjc_italy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Back seats are really great for groceries, as I could fit two or three full bags back there; also the best place for transporting ice cream instead of the trunk space near the engine. The child car seat latch system in back seats is almost as funny as the trunk escape latch on these cars.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557424490, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3226315, "authorName": "mjc_italy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mjc_italy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@autospa Great looking car! This is the one to get! Has the power to match the looks, unlike the NA version I had :)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557424561, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3226464, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mjc_italy\r\nThanks...I agree!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557425728, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3228753, "authorName": "Eriz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eriz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think Lotus has huge cash back on new leftover 400's from 2017 and 2018. So can get an easy $20k off new one. I wonder what the reserve is on this one - could be high especially if bought before incentives and discounts. Good car and alternative to Cayman GTS or maybe a GT4.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557447012, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3229053, "authorName": "SCabarth22", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scabarth22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bring it to cars and coffee in Mt. Pleasant on Saturday morning and I bet that you will have a lot of interest in the car. Maybe you could have a few bids. I would like to see it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557454932, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3229124, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Eriz\r\nNot sure of the huge cash back deals your referring to...by any chance are you a salesman for a Lotus dealer??Regardless the reserve is very realistic..feel free to bid if your interested.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557456996, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3229134, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SCabarth22\r\nThe car has attended C&C a few times...always well received..Always a good time?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557457234, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3229187, "authorName": "cyirush", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cyirush/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@autosoa - he\u2019s right. There\u2019s cash on the hood for new 400s, though not $20k. Last promo I saw from Lotus was $12k.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557458764, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3229199, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cyirush\r\nI\u2019m sure dealers have some cash back incentive just as most manufacturers do ...$12k sounds a little more realistic.Even with that being said the reserve is still very realistic and would still represent good value in today\u2019s market", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557459370, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3229924, "authorName": "GhostDrummer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghostdrummer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What's under the front hood?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557499299, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3230276, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@GhostDrummer\r\nIt\u2019s more or less just suspension and steering components..no storage space", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1557504950, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3230422, "authorName": "Eriz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eriz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "$10k directly from Lotus and about $10k additional off from dealership - even more if higher msrp or auto transmission. I am not a dealer. I actually own 05 Elise and 08 Exige S 240. I bought the Exige S 240 when Lotus was giving incentives to existing Lotus owners. The incentives now are for anyone.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557507272, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3230435, "authorName": "Benchpress", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/benchpress/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just speaking from experience as a former 2017 Evora 400 owner, but mine was purchased brand new in July of 2018 for $24K off of MSRP ($96K down to $72K). Though the market for good used examples is somewhere in the low 70s right now, I expect them to level off in the mid 60s in another year or so - the car is just too good to fall much below that.\r\n\r\nAdditionally, though it's hard to think of where the brand will be once Geely's cash infusion works its magic (and Lotus releases its halo hypercar in a couple of years), I suspect we'll look back on this time and ruminate about how we should have picked up such a ridiculous car for so cheap. Good luck!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1557507566, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3230470, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@benchpress\r\nThanks...I agree I really look forward to see where Geely takes the Lotus brand.i think the future looks bright for Lotus ..I think it\u2019s gonna shake up the sports car market.\r\nHere\u2019s a teaser\r\nhttps://youtu.be/5Q_RtSLlDEo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557508400, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3230564, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Eriz\r\nInteresting \r\nGiven your current Lotus stable sounds like an Evora 400 might be on the horizon .i had a chance to drive the Exige 260 S..was a very cool car..was a royal pain to get in and out of especially if you have a hint of back problems.The 260 was definitely more track focused than daily driver.The Evora 400 I think is a nice blend of being capable on the track and perfectly suitable as a daily driver.It really checks a lot of boxes: easy to get in and out of,great looks,fantastic handling/braking,comfortable,great acceleration ,engine and drivetrain dependability,fuel economy,some storage,and a wonderful exhaust note.\r\nFeel free to bid the reserve is realistic", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557509902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3230712, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here\u2019s a fun video showing the progression of Lotus race cars.Years ago I spent a lot of time around race cars ...quite a few Lotus...lotus 23,27,elan,Europa ,2 Lotus 79\u2019s.i love to see the history of racing brands like Lotus,Ferrari,Porsche\r\nhttps://youtu.be/GBQ5yikNr_M", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557511548, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3233463, "authorName": "DocK", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dock/", "bidAmount": 56500, "content": "$56,500 bid placed by DocK", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557555316, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3234312, "authorName": "Soleman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/soleman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These are neat cars; I like them a lot & am on the fence about buying one; but... not much of a dealer network, and each of those dealers seems to have several brand new from 2018 (and even 2017) sitting dead on the showroom floor unable to sell. Even with the steep discounts available ($20-25k off sticker) are they simply overpriced or is it that the sportscar market is just soft?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557597884, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3234400, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Soleman\r\nInteresting question...I\u2019m sure there will be many varied responses.\r\nThe ease of service might be an issue for some ...same problem many face with other exotics brands as well..If you happen to live in close proximity to a dealer it makes life easier.Would be nice if Lotus could partner with Toyota dealers for handling servicing \r\nAs far as sports car markets going soft...not sure on that one ..guess it depends on which brands,price points ,tarrifs,etc.Im sure some brands may be showing strong sales while others not so much...also I think the social culture drives sales for particular brands or era cars .. the hot cars everyone wants to be seen in.\r\nI think a lot of people kind of overlooked Lotus ..had the reputation of being small,unreliable,and more track purpose carsThe Evora 400 is really a jewel that few have discovered...those that have discovered it are pleasantly surprised and feel like they just discovered a hidden treasure and realize any preconceived ideas they had of Lotus are about to change.The owner has owned many sports cars from various brands from Ferrari,Porsche,Audi,ect...and gave the Evora very high praise .Earlier in the comments you willsee links to various reviews of the Evora 400 by reviewers that have experience many different cars and they give pretty much dead on reviews of the Evora 400.If you can manage to get seat time in one ..do it...I think you will be pleasantly surprised", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557601444, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3234420, "authorName": "Soleman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/soleman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@autospa\r\nThanks for the speedy reply. I recently bought a 2019 Z06 Corvette conv for my wife. It is a superb car; outstanding power, comfortable, loaded with options (LZ3 package), and stone reliable. It listed for similar money as the Evora (over $100,000). In your opinion, is the Evora in the same league? BTW, we both love the Z06, I'm not asking with an eye towards a trade or letting it go.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557602259, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3234493, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@soleman\r\nZo6\u2019s are great cars..congrats!!Thats a tough question while both are fantastic cars in their own right...they are both two completely different experiences.the Vette has that long nose ..big HP ..and in your case being a convertible you have that open air experience.The Evora is more compact ..quick nimble , and people always wonder what it is ...usually asking is it a mclaren or some other brand.If I was on a windy road with lots of twists and turns I would opt for the Evora 400 but if I was on a long drive with beautiful weather the vette would be very appealing!In a track setting the vette will beat the Evora on the straights but the Evora will catch it in the corners.If it\u2019s running in wet track conditions the vette may loose some of its edge possibly.The owner has said the Evora could hold its own against a Gt4 Cayman and both cars were pretty comparable.\r\nIt will be interesting to see the new mid engine corvette when it rolls out.Im interested to see how it will be received by corvettes current consumer and it will be interesting to see if it attracts consumers who may not have been a corvette consumer previously.I also want to see what it will do to corvette values for current models.will be exciting either way!\r\nCongrats again on Z06..enjoy!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557606520, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3234635, "authorName": "Soleman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/soleman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "autospa; again, thanks; I appreciate your opinion. BTW, if the new C-8 mid-engine Corvette is a V6 (even if a high horsepower twin-turbo) I think it will be a slow sell once the initial bump is over. That said, Chevy dealers are discounting new Corvettes heavily as they too are not currently selling very well. There's some very good deals out there.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557613556, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3234795, "authorName": "lewilbar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lewilbar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ Soleman. I own one of these but was seriously considering a Grand Sport (not a Z06, I know). I thought the GS was terrific fun so no doubt the Z06 is even more thrilling but these are two completely different cars in feel and intent. I liked the pluckiness and thumb in the eye 'tude of the 400 but I could happily own either. I thought the Evora was special but from another point of view I understand it's probably not for everyone. However it's hard to beat the tactile nature of the Evora and its fantastic ability to cover ground without breaking a sweat. The Evora won't make as much sense to people who want what the Corvette offers. That's a depth of features and performance for the money the Lotus won't match. For me, the hardest thing about choosing between them is that they are both such visceral cars but they are, in fact, so different. You have to decide between two fates, both very pleasant. I ended up with a 400 and it's all I'd hoped it would be, always a kick to drive and to be in. I plan to keep it for the duration and never feel like it lacks anything I want.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1557622159, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3234836, "authorName": "RonAvery", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ronavery/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I owned a new 2005 Elise, and a new 2011 Evora 2+0. The Evora did everything the Elise did, but better. The Evora\u2019s longer wheel base and ease of entry, better A/C and comfort win the the day. Mine was not an S. So I only had 280 BHP. And it was still fun. With all of the upgrades of the 400, it must be a great car. I owned mine for 5 years, and found it to be reliable. I did have the dash cluster replaced under warranty. I did not have any problems with the dash leather shrinking", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557625172, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3235160, "authorName": "Soleman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/soleman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lewilbar; thanks for the opinion. We love the Z06; the looks, the options, the exhaust note, the acceleration; it's intoxicating; but wouldn't want two of the same. I now regret recently selling our '92 NSX & '89 Testarossa; the Evora seems reminiscent of them.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557665045, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3235162, "authorName": "Soleman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/soleman/", "bidAmount": 58000, "content": "$58,000 bid placed by Soleman", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557665076, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3235181, "authorName": "JBDBL07", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jbdbl07/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not to beat the subject into the ground, but I feel that the Lotus brand misses the attention of others because it's really known to the enthusiast community while Chevy has a big marketing budget and produces a huge number of Vettes compared to total Lotus models, the other big marques make more selling tee shirts than Lotus does selling cars. You buy a Lotus for a love of driving, not to be seen. In my area, there are plenty of Ferraris, Lamborghinis, McLarens, and Porsches and Vettes are a dime a dozen. I almost rear ended an Gallardo in my Honda Ridgeline because none of the people driving the exotics knows how to drive. They buy cars for status, not to drive or to be part of a rich history of the marque.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1557665858, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3235476, "authorName": "VanquishS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vanquishs/", "bidAmount": 60000, "content": "$60,000 bid placed by VanquishS", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557679646, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3235479, "authorName": "Soleman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/soleman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JBDBL07\r\nShame on you. In my 66 years, we've owned several Ferraris, 2 Lamborghinis, 6 911s, a Maserati, and many Corvettes. I assure you that my exotic-owning friends and my wife & I are not posers. We race SCCA, SVRA, and have found ways to afford automotive exotica along with other passions. To suggest that the average buyer of these cars are mere Hollywood Illuminati is plain wrong and smacks of a hater mentality. We frequently travel and have yet to visit an area where \"Ferraris, Lamborghinis, McLarens, Porsches and Vettes are a dime a dozen... and none of their owners know how to drive... buying exotics for only status\". Your remarks smack of ignorance and are insulting. That said, I agree that Lotus does nothing to promote their products and seem perpetually on the brink of bankruptcy. Enjoy your Honda and please, learn to appreciate what perhaps you cannot afford.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557679784, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3235580, "authorName": "Rodeo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rodeo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I don't think that is fair reading of the comment by @JBDBL07. Although I will grant you that it may be not the most artfully worded critique. I would put it this way: I've never seen a poser in a Lotus, but have seen scores of them in Ferraris, Lambos and the like. Are there true enthusiasts driving those marques? Of course. @Soleman is a perfect example.\r\n\r\nBut the odds of finding a poser behind the wheel of a Lotus is near 0%. With those others, significantly higher.\r\n\r\nPeace", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1557684360, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3235663, "authorName": "JBDBL07", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jbdbl07/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Soleman , As @Rodeo mentioned, that was far from my intention. I think I could have better said it this way, Lotus fails to enjoy the broad spectrum of followers and owners that the other marques do. Posters of Vettes, Ferraris and Lamborghinis have plastered the walls of many more rooms than Lotus ever will. As far as your presumptions of my position in life, I invite you to my home for a fine meal and you can walk my neighborhood and we count the pleathoria of Cayennes, Panaramas, and Ghibilis that are so popular for carrying the kids around or getting groceries. While my neighbor does track his GT2, the neighbor three doors down allows his SLS McLaren and Hurracan to sit in the driveway. So you are correct, it's not everyone and I think most of us here are enthusiasts. Others not so much. I was merely suggesting that the Lotus Marque has a more discerning following and a much smaller base for sellers and buyers. While I have a ways to go to reach your level of experience, I feel very fortunate to be able to own my humble stable of Lotus, Porsche and Alfa Romeo vehicles. My 73 Vette has been one of my favorites to own. The car enthusiast community is a great one I am fortunate to be a part of. I think the biggest barrier to my ownership of a Ferrari, as much as I love the marque and exquisite machines is that my personal experience is that I don't want to be associated with the local owners. I'm sure the global owner community is fantastic, just my personal experience does not reflect that. Again, my apologies for not having expressed a simple idea in a more concise message. I look forward to sharing more opinions with you on future auctions.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1557688601, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3235685, "authorName": "F01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/f01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@autospa. Is there a backup camera in the car? I know that Lotus does offer a backup camera in some option package for the Evora but not sure what the option package is called.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557689709, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3235744, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@F01\r\nYes it has a backup camera and parking sensors...both come standard on Evora 400.In the photo gallery you will see window sticker...it will be listed under Safety and Security", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557692611, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3236137, "authorName": "eracer_x", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eracer_x/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Both the car and those photos look amazing. Practically every photo would make a beautiful poster. I\u2019ve seen a couple Evora\u2019s at coffee and car meets and they\u2019re always one of the best looking cars at the meets. Matt Farah reviewed one on his One Take show and basically fell in love with the car. I wish I was in a position to bid but I\u2019m stuck with an MR2 budget (the closest mid engine sports car I can afford)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557716341, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3236371, "authorName": "brighton_corgi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brighton_corgi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The Evora 400 feels like driving a race car! Total rock star sensation that I've never felt on similarly priced cars. Bread and butter Porsche's just don't deliver that same experience. You really get to appreciate the engineering when you come familiar with all the little details on the Evora that really make it something special. If you're not blown away on a test drive of the Evora 400; I can't imagine a sports car is for you.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557752025, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3236381, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@eracer_x\r\nThanks! Glad you liked the car and photos.i tried to capture the beautiful body lines of the Evora ...from all different angles the car has a very captivating aesthetic.i also wanted to show how the color looks different depending on lighting conditions.yes I really enjoyed Matt Farah\u2019s enthusiasm for the Evora(he\u2019s got a great channel).Hey an MR2 is a pretty cool car..you can have some fun with that!!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1557752470, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3236930, "authorName": "S2kmunpo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/s2kmunpo/", "bidAmount": 61000, "content": "$61,000 bid placed by S2kmunpo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557766559, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3237314, "authorName": "VanquishS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vanquishs/", "bidAmount": 62000, "content": "$62,000 bid placed by VanquishS", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557771743, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3238428, "authorName": "S2kmunpo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/s2kmunpo/", "bidAmount": 62500, "content": "$62,500 bid placed by S2kmunpo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557780938, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3238592, "authorName": "VanquishS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vanquishs/", "bidAmount": 63000, "content": "$63,000 bid placed by VanquishS", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557782681, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3238878, "authorName": "ajay101", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ajay101/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "WOW! That color is drop dead gorgeous.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557787110, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3238956, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ajay101\r\nIt really is a stunning color and having the Black pack option(black roof and trim and wheels ) really makes a nice contrast .i think if it was all one solid color it would loose some of its exotic presence.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557789576, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3238977, "authorName": "Love4thecar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/love4thecar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m trying to figure out what is more pretentious. The suggestion that all exotic car owners can\u2019t be enthusiasts, or the suggestion that one must have the means to be able appreciate such cars.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1557790378, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3238981, "authorName": "Love4thecar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/love4thecar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "He says while standing in his garage smoking a cigar next to his Porsche. I win!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557790643, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3239006, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Love4thecar\r\nLol?I think anyone can be a car enthusiast regardless of what kind of car you own or your social or economic status.As long as you have a love of cars your good in my book.That\u2019s what I love about the car hobby there\u2019s something for everyone from honda\u2019s to Bugatti and everything in between.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1557791330, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3239150, "authorName": "Love4thecar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/love4thecar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@autospa\nAmen brother, amen.\nGood luck with selling this awesome car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557795938, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3239179, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Love4thecar\r\nThanks!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557796559, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3239436, "authorName": "alagol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/alagol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pure unadulterated sports car fun; current Lotus offerings are unique in the market, the ultimate in analog driving experience something that is is slowly disappearing from the new auto market. Every enthusiast should drive one of these at least once. these cars are purpose built and simply amazing.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1557804472, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3239810, "authorName": "Will88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/will88/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love these cars and have been mulling between picking up one of these or an used McLaren... great looking cars and more rare than most of the big name exotics. \r\n\r\nThe backseats are only useful for 5 year olds, adults with no legs, or as a torture dungeon to lock up your enemies. \r\n\r\nThese cars look great in BRG, but even better in plum or neon green.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557837756, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240050, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Will88\r\nLol..yeah the backseats are limited for human cargo?...but they are very useful for overnight bags or groceries.i think the Ferrari FF is probably one of the few exotics that have truly useable back seats.\r\nThe Mclaren and Lotus are both cool cars.If you were looking at a Mclaren (and can find one at the same price point .as the Evora 400 )..it\u2019s probably gonna be an older one ..more mileage,and probably off warranty.I would choose the Evora 400 if that was the case..but that just my own opinion .\r\nI think the Evora would look cool in the colors u mention...I think the car would have a totally different vibe in each color.The Signature silver with black pack looks stunning and really shows off the cars sensual lines", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557843130, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240099, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Final day! Always exciting ...like watching the final laps of a close race or the last quarter of a close game.Good luck to any bidders ..I hope someone gets a win today !", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557844374, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240134, "authorName": "PepperMRoadster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/peppermroadster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Really cool car. Nice touch using the water for scale in the trunk. GLWS!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557845110, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240175, "authorName": "msfitfern", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/msfitfern/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Normally grey is boring, but this car can look gorgeous in any color.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557845784, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240176, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@PepperMRoadster\r\nThanks!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557845810, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240280, "authorName": "Dannyporsche", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dannyporsche/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@soleman wow he hit a nerve! You and I both know there are good and bad eggs in any enthusiast group. I agree that the good far outweigh the bad in the exotic community (regardless of marquee). People have this (incorrect) idea that the Kim Kardashians of the world are the only people buying exotics and it's up to us to change that perception!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557847843, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240287, "authorName": "Will88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/will88/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The McLaren would not be in the same price range but my buddy has one he'll sell me for 20% off market value if I want it. The 400 I've been looking at is way cheaper but it's also cheaper in maintenance which is a big consideration when every trip to the McLaren dealer is $3-5k minimum. \r\n\r\nThe McLaren is a convertible though and I'm a sucker for those, being a SoCal native.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557847869, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240386, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Will88\r\nI think Mclaren is a very cool car...would only consider buying one under warranty...without warranty they can potentially become a very expensive lesson superspeedersrob has a few videos on his channel about maintaining the various Mclarens he has owned.The Evora has a pretty solid engine and tranny being that they are Toyota components.\r\nI thing the Evora 400 is a great little package which will give smiles for miles", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557849598, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240543, "authorName": "Will88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/will88/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You are definitely right and that was a big reason I sold my Noble M400 and got a clean 2014 Evora IPS so I can have a modern comfortable everyday super car. But the Evora 400 would be a great upgrade.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557852580, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240544, "authorName": "Soleman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/soleman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dannyporsche: I apologize for the tone of my reply to JDBDL07 but am so tired of people denigrating folks like us for buying exotics. Usually fueled by jealousy, I guess they (& their erroneous opinions) really do not matter. Regardless, if it took away from the auction of this lovely Evora, I apologize to autospa, its seller. This is a spectacular car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557852599, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240558, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@soleman\r\nNo worries on my end", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557852871, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240562, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Will88\r\nI agree?.what where you thoughts on the Noble...never saw one and never knew anyone who had one?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557852994, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240763, "authorName": "GP2NYC2MIAMI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gp2nyc2miami/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "45 minutes to go. Will the reserve be met? $100k new with a lien on it that needs to be repaid. if this title was clean, i would definitely bid on this beauty but...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557855443, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240799, "authorName": "Rodeo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rodeo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'd like to just say that being disparaged for purchasing and driving exotic automobiles should from this day forward be remembered as the peak definition of \"first-world problem\" \r\n\r\nOh yea ... this is truly one of the best cars on the planet, and the single best car in production today for the money. If you love automobiles, you owe it to yourself to bid often and with great enthusiasm :)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557855954, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3240825, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rodeo\r\nLol...indeed ?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557856291, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241004, "authorName": "cccmanhattan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cccmanhattan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@GP2NYC2MIAMI you should be careful not to mince words here. The fact that this car has a lien on it doesn't mean the title isn't clean. People are likely to read \"if the title was clean\" and assume it's a salvage title. Other than needing to coordinate the funds transfer to purchase it having a lien on a car that needs to be paid off should in no way be considered a dark mark on the car.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1557857841, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241011, "authorName": "Leaguestr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/leaguestr/", "bidAmount": 63500, "content": "$63,500 bid placed by Leaguestr", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557857868, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3241012, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very true @cccmanhattan", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557857869, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241013, "authorName": "GP2NYC2MIAMI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gp2nyc2miami/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cccmanhattan - fair point. totally meant as it relates to the lien amount.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557857883, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241023, "authorName": "Anonymous", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met on 5/14/19 at $63,500", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557858003, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 3241032, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you everyone for participating ...was very close..", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1557858090, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241033, "authorName": "ajay101", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ajay101/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Was expecting that - sad to see this beauty not sell. Love these cars, just sad the market doesn't appreciate them as much", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557858101, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241036, "authorName": "Rodeo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rodeo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Even though this is good for me personally - since I am a buyer hopefully in the near term - its really disappointing to see such a fine car get so little love", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557858145, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241037, "authorName": "GP2NYC2MIAMI", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gp2nyc2miami/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve not met. awesome car - this is where more data maybe would have helped the bidding process.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557858159, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241044, "authorName": "Rodeo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rodeo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@GP2NYC2MIAMI you mean a data dump?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557858191, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241045, "authorName": "550spydr", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/550spydr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great car! Wish I would have bid on it. Missed it...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557858198, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241049, "authorName": "ajay101", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ajay101/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good comments on Title. It's worth clarifying. \r\n\r\nClean Title - no issues\r\nClear Title - no lien\r\n\r\nClean and Clear - well you can figure that one.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557858293, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241084, "authorName": "spencp86", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spencp86/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have to imagine this was pretty close to the reserve. Bidder would have been out the door at $67k when these things were available brand new and heavily discounted around the high $7Xks.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1557858547, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241079, "authorName": "Haulgas", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/haulgas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Autotrader had one similar, but with 6K miles and PDK transmission priced at $59,500. May have hurt it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557858648, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241194, "authorName": "tlehn44", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tlehn44/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is not the venue to sell an Evora unless you're looking for a quick sale. They never seem to do well here.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1557859252, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241215, "authorName": "Zahntoid", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zahntoid/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I was at Lotus of Greenville SC this past Saturday test driving an Evora 400. They have a 2017 with 800mi. I was impressed with the car and have decided I will purchase one soon(for track use mainly)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557859404, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241387, "authorName": "Will88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/will88/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a super bargain. Very well bought. The price, including BAT fees and transport would still be cheaper than what I can find something like this locally. The only headache for me in CA is the tax and registration for out of state cars.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557860444, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241399, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@haulgas\r\nThink I saw the autotrader listing you referred to...has double the mileage ..automatic...and a rebuilt title..that\u2019s why it priced at $56k", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1557860509, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241418, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Will88\r\nCar didn\u2019t sell....was close", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557860630, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241439, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Zahntoid\r\nThis would have been a great car for you..especially if you were in Sc...no shipping!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1557860760, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241446, "authorName": "Will88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/will88/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wait... RNM... I take back my last comment. In any event, @autospa, the Noble M400 is a crazy scary car and it's the only car that I've ever been frightened of, and that's coming from a guy who used to race open class liter bikes on a racetrack. \r\n\r\nThe fit and finish was great, and they are not kit cars other than in name to skirt the federal regulations. \r\n\r\nWith 450bhp and 400 lb-ft pushing 2450 pounds of car, it made every drive something out of this world. But at the same time, it could be very docile and comfortable just cruising around. \r\n\r\nI had it for 6 years and decided to pass it on to someone else to enjoy. There will not be another car like it in the states.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557860829, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3241745, "authorName": "autospa (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/autospa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Will88\r\nNoble sounded like an pulse raising experience...like petting a lion?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557863304, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3242842, "authorName": "Will88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/will88/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@autospa, I forgot to mention, the Noble has no aids whatsoever. No ABS, no traction control, not even power windows. It does have a Quaife LSD and that's it. Mid-engined with a downright ferocious power delivery that'll flatten your eyeballs... 3.2s 0-60; 11.2s 1/4 mile.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1557870402, "type": "comment"}]