[{"id": 10981180, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "CG shows 143 days. People like these... What have potential buyers stated held them back, or shied away from? The miles? The was-a-daily driver issue? Something else? Would be good to understand and this is a softball question...a seller's dream pitch, intended just to understand dealer's findings with this long effort for a sought after category.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679149873, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10981197, "authorName": "blvdone7", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blvdone7/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "FYI, under the essentials it lists the engine has a V-8.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679150078, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10981199, "authorName": "spinfree", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spinfree/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller Since this is being sold out of an AM dealer, can it be offered as a CPO car?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679150092, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10981217, "authorName": "meade2020", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meade2020/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Look like this beauty has been sitting on the market for a while around $140k, might surpass that here! Any service records? I have a DBS and these need regular maintenance with that v12 or they start having some issues, maybe less of a chance here since this one was driven?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679150260, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10981229, "authorName": "fredpianist77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fredpianist77/", "bidAmount": 500, "content": "$500 bid placed by fredpianist77", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679150422, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10981305, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The Essentials portion of the listing has been updated to show the vehicle has a V12 engine.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679151098, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10981548, "authorName": "fredpianist77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fredpianist77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bringatrailer The brake calipers are in black, not in red in the BaT Essentials. Plus, this item has the backshelf instead of rear seats; it is a 2-seat, not 2+2.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679153655, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10981727, "authorName": "TTurboS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tturbos/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A stick and 12 pistons\u2026the pinnacle of automotive history", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679155267, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10981755, "authorName": "Meriwx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meriwx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@fredpianist77 A 2+0 for the seating configuration.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679155552, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10981770, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@fredpianist77 good to see you here! \r\n I love that those errors did not prevent your formidable bid, lol. Number of cylinders, seats and color of calipers. Entirely different vehicle, but whatevs. I will join you in the sub $1k bidding club.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679155661, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10981773, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 999, "content": "$999 bid placed by Powerandart", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679155674, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10981843, "authorName": "Meriwx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meriwx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller \"A brake fluid flush was performed in November 2022.\"\r\nAny information about brake pads and rotor wear, thickness, replacement?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679156294, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10982002, "authorName": "RobertPerrye", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robertperrye/", "bidAmount": 52010, "content": "$52,010 bid placed by RobertPerrye", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679157467, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10982977, "authorName": "manuals4ever", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/manuals4ever/", "bidAmount": 52555, "content": "$52,555 bid placed by manuals4ever", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679162121, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10985917, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I love that Aston produced these with a proper 3rd pedal.... very desirable. \r\n\r\nGLWTA to all.... she wears white quite well!\r\n\r\n\"Save the Manuals!'", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679174296, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10987438, "authorName": "skeenariverrover", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/skeenariverrover/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beauty. Mine is in the same spec but with alcantara. Love the dbs. Good luck with the sale.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679193118, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10987600, "authorName": "HemiEddie426", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hemieddie426/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Said it before\u2026Love these cars. Timeless design, naturally aspirated V12, and 3 pedals.\r\n36k miles should offer a would-be buyer ownership opportunity at a discounted $. GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679196962, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10988387, "authorName": "eurocg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eurocg/", "bidAmount": 55000, "content": "$55,000 bid placed by eurocg", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679232909, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10988386, "authorName": "eurocg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eurocg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I offered 150k on this car last year and it was t accepted as they were attempting to get 180k plus. The market has really softened on these cars. So will be interesting to see what it gets now that it has continued to sit. Also at the time I believe it was CPO, but that maybe incorrect.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679232944, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10988427, "authorName": "356rehab", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/356rehab/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jwestAMSD Can you comment on the paint condition 1-10\u2026.are there any dents dings or scratches? Do you have paint meter readings?\r\nThx in advance", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679233352, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10988810, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jwestamsd are service records going to be posted? The Carfax is showing so little, both when it was a daily driver and while it's been sitting, so adding info would be ideal.\r\nRespectfully, and with thanks, I second the request for your technicians notes about wear level on the rotors and pads. \r\nI'd very much appreciate knowing the Tech's assessment of clutch wear and when the clutch was last replaced or if original.\r\nAny radiator and transmission services known?\r\nThen, looking for when coil packs and drive belt were last done.\r\nThank you very much for filling in the picture a bit. Very much appreciated!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679237909, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10988880, "authorName": "RobertAston", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robertaston/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Daily Driver? Really? I had a 2000 V12 (DB7) - at 12 years old, there was over 100,000 miles on the odometer. THAT is a daily driver.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679238600, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10989350, "authorName": "michaelmotorcar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/michaelmotorcar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I own a 2011 dbs in white also. 6 speed as well. I will say that these cars are absolutely amazing , the 3 Pedal dbs will always be a top contender. The sound is insane. It\u2019s the classiest woman on the block. I own many cars , I know the DBS will be one I can\u2019t ever part with it ! GLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679243239, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10991644, "authorName": "MoneypennyMi6", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moneypennymi6/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The seller probably puts the item here only to test the temperature.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1679254129, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10994994, "authorName": "YCMIURA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ycmiura/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "LOL. Here it is. I just paid my visit to this dealership last week to take a personal look at the car since I am really interested in buying it.\r\n\r\nIn a word, when I was checking the condition of the car, I found some flaws on the car including the rear bumper being misaligned, the interior headliner falling off, and potential oil leaking on the passenger side of the engine bay. \r\n\r\nWhen I asked whether these things will be taken care of if I bought this car, the sales specialist from the dealership just told me that is \"normal\" for a used car and there is no negotiation on the price since they are going to post it on BAT and already losing money on it. He also told me that this vehicle is not CPO and they are not going to warranty it. \r\n\r\nTherefore, I was pretty disappointed and left the dealership. Also, after I left the dealership, I texted about whether they can send me a copy of the recent service record when their service department back to the office. Getting no answer for that. \r\n\r\nBased on my own experience with this car, I hope the selling dealership would post the required information clearly on BAT. Otherwise, I would recommend everyone who wanna bid on it to be careful.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1679281891, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10996385, "authorName": "GraemeKeith", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/graemekeith/", "bidAmount": 60000, "content": "$60,000 bid placed by GraemeKeith", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679325264, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 10996467, "authorName": "Shrimpburger", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shrimpburger/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The write-up says 5.9L; I believe it should be 6.0?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679325966, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10996780, "authorName": "SuperGalbo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/supergalbo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It may say 6.0, but it is actually 5.9L", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679328463, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10997156, "authorName": "Speedraser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedraser/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The engine displacement is 5935cc.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679331345, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 10998289, "authorName": "Rguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The sellers engagement in this auction is going to kill it. Maybe they could use some of the $85 in the documentation fee to hire an intern to monitor these auctions for them and get questions answered.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1679334919, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11000557, "authorName": "jwestAMSD (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwestamsd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BaT will be uploading service records for review.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679343445, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11000741, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Jwestamsd @seller Assuming you\u2019re going to swoop-in and address all the questions that are stacking up from the group, I\u2019d like to add other condition inquiries, and trust that, with 5 days remaining, there is ample time for you to provide for consideration. Thank you in advance:\r\n*Please have your Service Technician comment in detail about the possible oil leak noted by @YCMIURA who visited and observed. \r\n*Was there some form of touch-up done (by anyone, to your eye\u2026with paint, tape, goop, etc.) to the exposed carbon fiber front spoiler piece(s)?\r\n*With black and CF peices, many outdoor photos in the shadows make it hard to ascertain condition. Kindly provide high-res or well focused close-ups, with good lighting, of the following areas, such that condition can be observed: \r\n(1) The front carbon fiber spoiler pieces\u2026especially the lower leading edges, that are well-lit enough that condition can be understood. \r\n(2) Area in picture 32. Just under the red plastic and right of the tailpipe, is that dark spidering a flaw or just a reflection of pavement, or\u2026? \r\n(3) Same question on the left side, in pic 75\u2026flawed or perfect, with a reflection? \r\n(4) same question in the very middle of the rear diffuser from pic 65, on both sides of the center spine, is that a reflection of the photographer, or a flaw?\r\n*Please send a headliner photo that shows the concern voiced by @YCMIURA.\r\nThank you for helping with these inquiries and others, here. It is truly helpful and appreciated, toward understanding the condition of the offering.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679344119, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11004484, "authorName": "NA1Driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/na1driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Such beautiful cars, these. Hopefully the seller doesn't tank the sale by not being forthcoming with all of the previously mentioned items. \r\n\r\nAt 36k miles, this car would be a fantastic opportunity for someone to have a driver DBS in the best transmission. There's been a higher mileage example for sale (46k miles) that was also a great value proposition.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679403236, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11005146, "authorName": "eurocg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eurocg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Previous commenters posted, but will add again. The coil packs at this mileage would need to have been replaced. This is an expensive maintenance item and if not done, will need to be done. Others mentioned the clutch, again expensive. Those two items alone will set you back 6-9k. If the car goes for a reasonable number, then dealing with all the maintenance and wear items will be worth it. Car has been sitting a long time so i am sure other items will appear once it is driven in anger.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679409770, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11005244, "authorName": "NA1Driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/na1driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@eurocg the clutch is $9k at a dealer, full top end service (coils/plugs) clears $11k if done by dealer. However, disagree on NEEDING to be done. Coils are part of the 10 year service, but generally only changed if in case of noted misfire. At this mileage, it is a good idea to consider but not entirely necessary. \r\n\r\nSame with the clutch. Aston recommends something like 15k miles, but the V12 clutch can take some abuse. Clutch wear is heavily dependent on driving style.\r\n\r\nAn item to note would be condition of the CCBs, pad life and if possible; rotor life. The rotors will last for some time, but the pads may be due.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679410700, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11005419, "authorName": "eurocg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eurocg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@NA1Driver Given the car has sat for so long, I think it is better to assume going in it will need the coils and plugs (if original). My experience with Astons, both required Coils and Plugs by the 10 year mark. To your point on Dealer costs, these two items are 20k, that is a high percentage of what the sales price maybe and potential buys should understand what they might get into.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679412161, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11005494, "authorName": "NA1Driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/na1driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@eurocg agreed that it can wisely be assumed that the car will need a thorough going over from the potential buyer. I know these item costs specifically, because I have the dealership receipts from my (2011) V12 Vantage. That said, while I see many V12 cars still on the original coils/plugs at later than 10 years; it can be assumed that it's an upcoming potential expense. Clutch however, is less so of a scare item with the manual cars as it is based largely on driving style. The scare is always the automated manual (Sportshift) cars, where users do not drive them correctly and destroy the clutch.\n\nEven at this percentage point of the possible sales price, a buyer would realistically never have to do the service again during their ownership. What pains me here is that the car has sat so long, and needs to be driven.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679412801, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11005563, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BAT good morning! How we lookin' on uploading those service records, please?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679413376, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11005700, "authorName": "Speedraser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedraser/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@NA1Driver What exactly do you mean by \u201cfull top end service\u201d? Coils and plugs are expensive, but $11k seems quite high to me. I agree with you about the \u201cneed\u201d to replace coils. Coil life varies considerably. Moreover, as you said, the clutch at this mileage could show very little wear, or could be nearly worn out \u2013 entirely depends on the driver and driving style.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679414209, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11005957, "authorName": "NA1Driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/na1driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@eurocg @Speedraser thanks for making me get out my service records to double check. The OEM AMR clutch with labor was roughly $9200 before tax, and the coils/plugs were $5248; both services done at dealership. I was quite a bit off there, seems I read it incorrectly. Mine was done in conjunction with a yearly service. \r\n\r\nWhat I believe is a larger factor for coils than years, is checking for misfire detection.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679416310, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11008549, "authorName": "skeenariverrover", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/skeenariverrover/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am shocked it is still at 60k.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679427367, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11009062, "authorName": "Speedraser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedraser/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@NA1Driver That sounds more like it \u2014 thanks for checking.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679429281, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11011945, "authorName": "wischmeyerj", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wischmeyerj/", "bidAmount": 65000, "content": "$65,000 bid placed by wischmeyerj", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679445304, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11013202, "authorName": "BiloSelhi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/biloselhi/", "bidAmount": 66007, "content": "$66,007 bid placed by BiloSelhi", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679484579, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11020851, "authorName": "jwestAMSD (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwestamsd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry for the delayed response, wanted to have a tech inspect to provide accurate details.\r\n\r\n1) No oil leak evident, residual oil from oil/filter change completed in November 2022.\r\n2) \"goop\" on front spoiler is the material used to adhere the Scrape Armor on the front splitter, required to be eligible for the lifetime warranty.\r\n3) Scrape Armor is visible on lower leading edges of front spoiler, no damage evident.\r\n4) updated picture to be posted to replace no 32\r\n5) confirm that the \"flaw\" in pic 65 is a reflection of the photographer.\r\n6) please note that the front clip and rear diffuser have PPF installed.\r\n7) front and rear pads have 8mm remaining. unable to confirm rotor wear since Carbon Ceramic rotors must be weighed to provide accurate remaining life.\r\n8) transmission fluid is a lifetime fluid and as such does not require servicing. Coolant service completed in October 2021. Brake fluid exchange completed in November 2022.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679522536, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11021278, "authorName": "jwestAMSD (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwestamsd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679524764, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11021418, "authorName": "jwestAMSD (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwestamsd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Additional photos uploaded to address remaining questions. Good luck!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679526171, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11021518, "authorName": "Speedraser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedraser/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jwestAMSD I doubt transmission \u201cfluid\u201d is \u201clifetime\u201d (it isn\u2019t really even in the automatic transmissions that supposedly have lifetime fluid). The Graziano manual in my V8 Vantage \u2014 same \u2018box \u2014 has a four year or 40,000 mile oil change interval, and I\u2019d guess this car\u2019s is the same.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679527045, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11022260, "authorName": "Jeremy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeremy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are cold start / driving videos going to be posted?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679534269, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11022745, "authorName": "MoneypennyMi6", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/moneypennymi6/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"A lifetime fluid and as such does not require servicing\"...That sounds more like a BMW or Chrysler salesperson.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1679541590, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11022825, "authorName": "fredpianist77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fredpianist77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well...even the ZF 6-speed automatic transmission has an eight-year or 40,000-mile oil change interval recommendation from the manufacturer, not a lifetime...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679543716, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11022977, "authorName": "Meriwx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meriwx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "CCB pads at 8mm should have a good distance to go if not tracked, down to 3mm maybe 2.5 if watched closely. Big $$ item is the rotors, so the pads need to be watched closely to prevent the rotors from scoring.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679549224, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11024281, "authorName": "sirhankbob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sirhankbob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is the greatest automotive design of the modern era and I am willing to die for this belief.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679583553, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11027035, "authorName": "jwestAMSD (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwestamsd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To correct the conversation about the transmission service, the transmission service on a manual transmission is due at 4 years or 40,000 miles, whichever comes first. The transmission service was completed in October, 2021. Sorry for the confusion.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679596181, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11031353, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jwestAMSD thank you so very much for rallying and providing the additional photos. It makes a big difference to our ability to determine condition.\r\n* Please post a photo of the crystal key from the crystal end to see condition.\r\n* As part of winning bid, will dealership be willing to provide a second programmed crystal key to the buyer, and appropriate car-cover?\r\n* Will dealership commit to full removal of the Kahu system and wiring, and document same?\r\n* Will the dealership be willing to make some sort of effort to assess and, if needed, provisions to correct the rear bumper alignment and headliner topics that were noted by @ycmiura when he/she visited? This was being offered as a CPO car, after all, and I have to think you\u2019ll not meaning to send substandard bumpers and headliners off the lot of a franchised AM dealer - and yet I\u2019m open to your fair assessment of those topics\u2026maybe he was mistaken and completely off base. \r\n* I\u2019m surmising from your answers and records that there\u2019s simply no known history on \r\n(1) the coil packs being replaced aside from the one your team replaced in Feb., \r\n(2) whether the clutch is orig or replaced, or any assessment of the clutch from your Tech, and \r\n(3) drive belt (or others) being replaced\u2026all correct? \r\nThanks for your answers. I\u2019m a genuine, potential buyer and my list was WAY longer before I allowed 5 days for information to flow more freely, so thank you for that. In fact, I\u2019ll throw a more meaningful bid in right now, just to demonstrate I\u2019m not pure peanut-gallery.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679618976, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11031358, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 100000, "content": "$100,000 bid placed by Powerandart", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679619023, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11031580, "authorName": "NA1Driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/na1driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Getting serious @Powerandart . I'd like to see you win this one. All of your requests are in line with one might expect from a dealership sold automobile, especially one such as this.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679621719, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11031647, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@NA1Driver @speedracer @eurocg\r\nIs the AMR the possible and advisable clutch upgrade on a DBS, or is the DBS already built with this most robust of the clutches, and I'm incorrectly recalling some Vantage, DB9, or maybe even ZF auto conversations? Your wisdom is appreciated, as always.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679622675, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11031653, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@speedraser please see ? below. Sorry for egregious name spelling error", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679622762, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11031760, "authorName": "NA1Driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/na1driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Powerandart the V12 manual cars (V12 Vantage, DBS, DB9) come with the more robust twin plate clutch compared to the single plate clutch in the V8 cars. If I'm not mistaken, the DBS has the same Graziano transmission as my V12 Vantage as the running gear is essentially the same.\r\n\r\nAs far as conversions from auto to manual, Graziano has said this is quite impossible. I'm uncertain about the ZF.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679624077, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11032110, "authorName": "Speedraser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedraser/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Powerandart What @NA1Driver said about the clutch and gearbox is correct. Everything I\u2019ve heard about converting a ZF automatic car to a Graziano manual is \u2014 don\u2019t.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679629714, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11032113, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks @NA1Driver. Not looking to convert. I think it was a vague memory of V8 owners upgrading their clutch, when replacing. The DBS is already there. To confirm, there's no 2010 DBS-appropriate AMR clutch that's yet another step up, correct?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679629750, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11032824, "authorName": "NA1Driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/na1driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Powerandart the upgraded clutch for the V8s is the twin plate V12 clutch, which is common; or one of the improved offerings from VelocityAP, Bamford Rose, or similar vendors. The twin plate is the best OEM clutch already in the V12 cars.\r\n\r\nThe single plate V8 clutch can last a long time if taken care of, I sold my '14 V8 6spd with 35k miles on the original clutch.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679662306, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11033989, "authorName": "jwestAMSD (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwestamsd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679672201, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11035768, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @jwestamsd. Looking forward to your replies on the remaining inquiries. Thank you in advance. \r\nI also want to thank you again for the additional 20 photos, since condition is so key and variable at this age.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679680730, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11040423, "authorName": "skeenariverrover", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/skeenariverrover/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This dbs should go for $150k if less i would be shocked.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679707107, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11040760, "authorName": "MarketAdjustment", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/marketadjustment/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunning!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679712130, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11040811, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@marketadjustment yes, to me among the most gorgeous designs of all time...and LOVE your clever handle.\r\n @skeenariverrover well that would be a neat trick and very welcome by seller. Just factually, so as not to unfairly opine to suppress bidding since I'm involved... They've had it listed 5+ months online, so nationwide. Most recently in the $140s as a Timeless (warranty) car, and now on BAT with the Timeless designation stripped away and fee due from buyer. You and I can have a side bet and I'd feel bad not giving you odds. But, if it goes as you say, I will toast both parties and wish the buyer wonderful happiness, since the money will someday be forgotten and the experience enjoyed. Just won't be me...and ALL of that is fact, zero opinion beyond the beauty of this lovely ride. Oh, and the white has grown on me, too.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679713020, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11041158, "authorName": "YCMIURA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ycmiura/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just been reminded about this auction. And I would say that's not the same inside I was looking at last time. Last time the last owner's insurance card was still in the glove box lol. At least this headliner on the driver's side part has been taken care of. Also, can we see more present photos of the dashboard's edge and rear window deck? @jwestAMSD\r\n\r\nThe updated service records help to understand the condition a lot. However, it seems that the selling dealer still trying to avoid some of the questions such as the clutch replacement. I believe you guys could just answer the simple question. What's more, the seller mentioned that there was residual oil but no leaking on the engine, then could we see some photos of the engine bay, especially on the passenger side, please? \r\n\r\nOne of the last concerns to me, I wonder if anyone has noticed, is that the sapphire part on the 'ECU' was chipped heavily. That is a part I would care about having a collectible car like this. Let's see how it will go tomorrow.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679724910, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11042561, "authorName": "JakesMotorcars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jakesmotorcars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just saw this BaT auction and read the comments. I can tell you that we owned this car in 2015 and our service department installed a new clutch in 2016 for the customer. At that time, our service manager was an Aston Martin Certified technician. I want to say the car probably had about 20,000 miles at that time. I remember this DBS as being a very nice car. Hope this information helps.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1679758521, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11042789, "authorName": "onlyhonda4me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/onlyhonda4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Rolling Art", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679760361, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11043646, "authorName": "944racer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/944racer/", "bidAmount": 101000, "content": "$101,000 bid placed by 944racer", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679764889, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11043822, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice to see AM doing so well on the F1 GP series this year! Rebuilding since 1959!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679765780, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11043887, "authorName": "Movit", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/movit/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@billyblyth Nice \"Ford v Ferrari\" reference. I have owned a British sports car since the 60s and I have always appreciated the Aston Martins (shaken not stirred).", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679765950, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11043921, "authorName": "lzbylut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lzbylut/", "bidAmount": 102000, "content": "$102,000 bid placed by lzbylut", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766035, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11043968, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The two you already have/had are stunning ..and what I'd really like!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766211, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044001, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 103000, "content": "$103,000 bid placed by Powerandart", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766393, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044035, "authorName": "Actfsu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/actfsu/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "RNM for sure at this pace", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766549, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044037, "authorName": "TheGonz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thegonz/", "bidAmount": 104000, "content": "$104,000 bid placed by TheGonz", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766554, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044046, "authorName": "YCMIURA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ycmiura/", "bidAmount": 105000, "content": "$105,000 bid placed by YCMIURA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766582, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044052, "authorName": "HemiEddie426", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hemieddie426/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Someone is getting a nice driver for VERY favorable $ if it sells here.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766602, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044064, "authorName": "meade2020", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meade2020/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am going RNM based on where this car was listed at.. or someone is going to get a heck of a deal", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766634, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044067, "authorName": "Actfsu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/actfsu/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I bought a DBS a few years ago on here and loved it. Though I did trade it in for a Vanquish which is perfect for me. \r\n\r\nCoupe and manual would be a dream to drive", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766644, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044072, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Yes, behavior over long period and recent weeks suggest we could talk about a river in Egypt. But, seeing some names here, so maybe there will be appetite. And, @HemiEddie426, the issue is that it won\u2019t\u2026here.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766656, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044073, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 106000, "content": "$106,000 bid placed by Powerandart", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766668, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044084, "authorName": "YCMIURA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ycmiura/", "bidAmount": 107000, "content": "$107,000 bid placed by YCMIURA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766737, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044093, "authorName": "jwestAMSD (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwestamsd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "reserve is met - the DBS will sell!", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1679766765, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044096, "authorName": "meade2020", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meade2020/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "wow", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766776, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044101, "authorName": "Cars01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cars01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m just here to see constant spewing about price during active bidding.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766786, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044104, "authorName": "YCMIURA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ycmiura/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I admire all the work and comments @powerandart placed in this auction.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679766791, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044107, "authorName": "lzbylut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lzbylut/", "bidAmount": 115000, "content": "$115,000 bid placed by lzbylut", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766803, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044108, "authorName": "HemiEddie426", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hemieddie426/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow\u2026.Giddy up Bidders!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766804, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044114, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "And in the end, I\u2019m wrong! So, a nice day for somebody!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679766825, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044116, "authorName": "Actfsu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/actfsu/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow this is going to sell!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766835, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044118, "authorName": "msixman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/msixman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice ending", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766841, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044119, "authorName": "jwestAMSD (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwestamsd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good luck and thanks to everyone!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679766849, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044129, "authorName": "YCMIURA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ycmiura/", "bidAmount": 116000, "content": "$116,000 bid placed by YCMIURA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766896, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044135, "authorName": "meade2020", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/meade2020/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Still about $30k below market value, or what WAS market value...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766920, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044139, "authorName": "lzbylut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lzbylut/", "bidAmount": 117000, "content": "$117,000 bid placed by lzbylut", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766929, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044148, "authorName": "YCMIURA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ycmiura/", "bidAmount": 118000, "content": "$118,000 bid placed by YCMIURA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766966, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044150, "authorName": "lzbylut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lzbylut/", "bidAmount": 121000, "content": "$121,000 bid placed by lzbylut", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766979, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044151, "authorName": "msixman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/msixman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "True bidding games", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679766983, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044153, "authorName": "cartech", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cartech/", "bidAmount": 122000, "content": "$122,000 bid placed by cartech", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679766990, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044166, "authorName": "lzbylut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lzbylut/", "bidAmount": 123000, "content": "$123,000 bid placed by lzbylut", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679767044, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044168, "authorName": "CultivatedCollector", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cultivatedcollector/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "2010 and an unusual color! Lovely!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679767059, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044170, "authorName": "cartech", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cartech/", "bidAmount": 124000, "content": "$124,000 bid placed by cartech", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679767063, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044177, "authorName": "lzbylut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lzbylut/", "bidAmount": 126000, "content": "$126,000 bid placed by lzbylut", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679767087, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044181, "authorName": "cartech", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cartech/", "bidAmount": 127000, "content": "$127,000 bid placed by cartech", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679767109, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044189, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I truly love this as a driver, which is why this arena of pricing makes sense. Glad to see it in this zone.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679767140, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044192, "authorName": "FordGuy01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fordguy01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Powerandart, you gave it your best. I was pulling for you. 007 would be proud!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679767149, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044197, "authorName": "lzbylut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lzbylut/", "bidAmount": 128000, "content": "$128,000 bid placed by lzbylut", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679767173, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11044217, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@FordGuy01, well I didn\u2019t really get my best out there, with these guys rapid-firing\u2026but they now have, so I\u2019m a watcher. And, I have a tee time like RIGHT now and still have to get my Alpina locking caps back on the wheels, hehe.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679767251, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044224, "authorName": "Drisky", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drisky/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "you can drive this one. most of them for sale now have have less than 20k miles", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679767277, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044233, "authorName": "lzbylut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lzbylut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 3/25/23 for $128,000 to lzbylut", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679767294, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 11044238, "authorName": "CultivatedCollector", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cultivatedcollector/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well fought, fairly bought!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679767318, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044254, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Boy, @lzbylut is a pro at acquiring these. Not going to be worried about the price because, yup, in the end it\u2019s probably about right. I\u2019m gratified that dealer changed tune eventually\u2026shows me something is right with markets.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679767362, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044260, "authorName": "msixman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/msixman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Classy car. Worth it both for your driving and collecting", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679767388, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044272, "authorName": "fredpianist77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fredpianist77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Someone is going to open the Pandora box....", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679767422, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044282, "authorName": "swb911s", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/swb911s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Izy is trying to corner the market on AML 6 speeds....CONGRATS beautiful car...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679767473, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044283, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ha @fredpianist77\u2026yup, but it\u2019s not gonna be too bad.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679767474, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044294, "authorName": "YCMIURA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ycmiura/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sir @lzbylut is collecting all of the DBS. It's a fair price for this one. I'm gonna wait for another lightning Silver one.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679767518, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11044299, "authorName": "Cars01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cars01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@meade2020 or what WAS market value was about $30k more than what market value ACTUALLY should\u2019ve been.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679767550, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11045194, "authorName": "drfiredog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drfiredog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "well bought. I don't expect you'll find gremlins. And yes...this is well below market price.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679770528, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11045294, "authorName": "jeffcap64", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeffcap64/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It\u2019s not below market price, it is market price.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1679770816, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11045370, "authorName": "fredpianist77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fredpianist77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "$128,000 + $9,000 clutch replacement + $5,000 rear deck leather (if needed) + high milage depreciation... probably fair...if nothing else is needed.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1679771015, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11045529, "authorName": "labrit", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/labrit/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lovely and fair value. Love my DBS.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679771652, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11045574, "authorName": "FordGuy01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fordguy01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Powerandart, hang in there, another one will come along in time. I was the same way when last year I tried to win several \u201815 Shelby GT350s. A few escaped me here on BaT and other car auctions, but I waited it out and got one here on BaT back in August. Hit the Links and let go of this one that got away\u2026..", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679771844, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11046221, "authorName": "Speedraser", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedraser/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@fredpianist77 Unless I missed something\u2026 @JakesMotorcars said it got a new clutch at 20k miles \u2014 just 14k miles ago. Why would you assume it needs a clutch? Even it had its original clutch, many last far beyond 34k miles. Some don\u2019t, of course \u2014 depends on the driver and the type of driving, as always. $5k to recover the rear shelf seems very high. Is there any indication that the rear shelf needs recovering?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679774722, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11046451, "authorName": "NA1Driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/na1driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@fredpianist77 , it probably doesn't need a clutch. If you think this is high mileage, you should have seen the 47k mile car. \n\nFair price for this vehicle. Mileage aside, it's one of few modern manual V12s that can be had for sub $250k. Congrats to the buyer and seller, a fantastic driver car was sold today.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679775655, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11048530, "authorName": "skeenariverrover", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/skeenariverrover/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Man that is a steal. Buyer got a bell of a dbs for the money. Great buy.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679792101, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11050824, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@fordguy01 thanks for kind words. I liked this one, but only at great value. For me, it\u2019s a driver so I don\u2019t mind miles and condition topics - just not when seller wants to price like a Hagerty condition #1 or #2. Final price was exactly right, IMO. Not really my color so i was already allocating dollars to spice it up somehow, which is of course an issue for something this scarce. Even though not bought AS an investment, you\u2019re always cognizant of it. I love these, but others will also scratch the itch.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1679845793, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11050921, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@jeffcap64 So EXACTLY correct\u2026geesh. @speedraser @NA1Driver @YCMIURA. It\u2019s funny we all look for different things but have some very similar views. YC and I both made offers previously and had lousy reception, then seller removes the governor at a bargain - finally came to Jesus or the boss called to say \u201cdump it\u201d or something. But, as one of you noted the 46K black one from Florida, THAT is what I want because the guy loved it. New slave cylinder, belt, coils, etc. ENTHUSIAST treatment, surprises unlikely, miles on it but ready to go. THIS one\u2026I mean, they do only what they MUST. Who goes in and does ONE FRIGGIN coil pack to cure a CEL, when they are clearly all due? Dealers are proving the less attractive source, vs. loving owners with open checkbooks, proactive. For this particular buyer, he doesn\u2019t care\u2026he\u2019s amassing them and surely can do very well and have last laugh.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679846545, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11050963, "authorName": "Powerandart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/powerandart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don\u2019t get me wrong, i would ALSO love the 1,700 mile gorgeous version that @lzbylut purchased, but I\u2019d spend my life paranoid about it (since I would STILL drive it). I also love the red one he bought right (you have great taste!). And, I loved the Canadien offer, but that guy was just not a good seller, steward of the car, and totally unrealistic\u2026wanted money like the casino Royale (lzbylut) one i referenced above\u2026delusion. These are good first-world issues\u2026meaning not really issues at all. Enjoy your weekends and happy motoring, friends!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1679846809, "type": "comment"}]