[{"id": 8100822, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can we please see the detailed pics of all pages of the VMI? And a list of what ignition components were replaced?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647107255, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8100840, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@CHS1 I'll ask, why the relatively quick flip?", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1647107374, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8100870, "authorName": "1996MBZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1996mbz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I only wish the U.S.A. had it's own Autobahn. I would like to see how fast can this beast go.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647107674, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8100879, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@1996MBZ you need to take a road trip out west....", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647107767, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8100972, "authorName": "1996MBZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1996mbz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lionsfan54 I do live in the west coast. L.A. is where I reside, Pasadena to be exact.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647108914, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8100989, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Apologies to the seller... I see both coil packs were replaced in the previous auction", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647109060, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8101059, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@1996MBZ - any travel in Wyoming, Montana or Colorado plains are simply sublime in one of these corporate jets. We did a road trip in a lowly (yet chipped :-)) S600 and it's a fond memory", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647109680, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8101092, "authorName": "1996MBZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1996mbz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lionsfan54 I agree with you. I never have visited any of those states but I would love to. Montana had an unrestricted speed limit on one interstate many years ago. If I ever want to attempt a top speed run in any of those states, I better buy one of the best radar detectors on the market.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647110010, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8101257, "authorName": "ericles1028", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ericles1028/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These definitely slipped through the cracks over the years!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647111371, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8101801, "authorName": "dave606", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dave606/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by dave606", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647114155, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8104554, "authorName": "Jim27", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jim27/", "bidAmount": 1500, "content": "$1,500 bid placed by Jim27", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647128898, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8104934, "authorName": "Caahmed", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caahmed/", "bidAmount": 1700, "content": "$1,700 bid placed by Caahmed", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647134963, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8105180, "authorName": "CarArt2021", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carart2021/", "bidAmount": 2007, "content": "$2,007 bid placed by CarArt2021", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647141896, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8106567, "authorName": "CHS1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chs1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "About the quick flip. This BEAST was not a good fit for me. I am 80 years old and I no longer need a car like this. To be truthful it is more than I bargained for. 600 horses are intimidating to me.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1647186539, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8108648, "authorName": "Thetatebaumercollection", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thetatebaumercollection/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by Thetatebaumercollection", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647201133, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8110694, "authorName": "classicautos", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicautos/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@CHS1\r\n\r\nJust to clarify, I see the brakes mentioned, however, has any brake work been done to the car recently of which you are aware? Thank you.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647211347, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8112398, "authorName": "CHS1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chs1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am not aware of any recent brake work. The brakes work well and would consider maintenance when indicated.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647265832, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8116602, "authorName": "Tronbaum", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tronbaum/", "bidAmount": 16000, "content": "$16,000 bid placed by Tronbaum", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647291919, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8117832, "authorName": "CHS1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chs1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have made every effort to get this car dialed in. It has no glitches that I am aware of. I will miss it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647299749, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8133018, "authorName": "TrackMaddict", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/trackmaddict/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any \"sagging\" with the suspension? Any issues with the automatic door/trunk latches?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647476439, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8135188, "authorName": "CHS1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chs1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There is no sagging of the suspension. I serviced the suspension because of the frequent questions and comments about the suspension noted on other auctions. There were no problems with the the suspension before or after the service of the suspension. With respect to the door locks they function normally. Thanks for the interest.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647529701, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8135236, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A VMI would be so nice to see", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647530119, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8140053, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by resetjohn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647555344, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8140372, "authorName": "CHS1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chs1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am having trouble up loading the VMI. I can probably attach to a email or message. CHS", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647559310, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8142670, "authorName": "backtobuchloe", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/backtobuchloe/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Battery looks awfully small", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647616650, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8142772, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@backtobuchloe this car has two batteries. The one under the hood is just for starting the engine so doesn't need to be huge", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647617607, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8148255, "authorName": "drivad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drivad/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@CHS1 beautiful S65. Any rust? GLWA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647647911, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8148405, "authorName": "RichardRBooth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/richardrbooth/", "bidAmount": 25333, "content": "$25,333 bid placed by RichardRBooth", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647650113, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8149270, "authorName": "J7T8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/j7t8/", "bidAmount": 26800, "content": "$26,800 bid placed by J7T8", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647665400, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8149777, "authorName": "carguy84", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carguy84/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Was this car ever a smoker's car?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647696061, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8149793, "authorName": "CHS1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chs1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This has not been a smokers car to my knowledge. About the rust question. There is no rust.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647696473, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8149897, "authorName": "drivad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drivad/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just a question to the group, I apologize but new to these. How does this compare and differ from a S600? Thank you and GLWA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647697808, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8149926, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@drivad - major differences are the S65 has much larger brakes, about 100 more HP and TQ (engine is 0.5 liters larger and hand made) and a much more aggressive body kit. Also, S600s of this era came pretty much loaded with every option outside of some small things like rear seat TVs or different wheels. Whereas the S65, interestingly enough, was more stripped down in base form. For example, it's not uncommon to see a S65 without DistronicPLUS dynamic cruise control. But every S600 came standard with this great feature.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647698329, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8149927, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "both the S600 and S65 use the same transmission and rear end", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647698350, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8149979, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 30000, "content": "$30,000 bid placed by resetjohn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647698947, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8150031, "authorName": "drivad", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drivad/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @lionsfan54. Love this community and learn a ton.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647699288, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8150322, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@drivad - yeah... I fell in love with the V-12s a few years back and dove in to learning as much as I could. I've learned SO much and have a million ways to own one affordably!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647702802, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8151303, "authorName": "AllClaSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allclass/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lionsfan54. I applaud your diligent support and wealth of knowledge on BAT regarding these magnificent MB V12s. To know them is to love them.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647713041, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8151343, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@AllClaSS - thanks man... I've owned many cars and driven even more and that S600 I used to have, in my opinion, was as close to the perfect car for me that I can think of. Only thing better would be something newer, but now I'm nit picking.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647713212, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8151547, "authorName": "AllClaSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allclass/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lionsfan54. I hear you. \r\n\r\nI have never owned an S65 but if I were looking for one, this beautiful example would be on the top of my list. \r\n\r\nWould be interesting to do a seat of your pants comparison between the S65 and S600. Either way, winner winner.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647713961, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8151576, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I did a back to back with a W220 65 and my W221 600. The 221 felt a LOT more refined and better put together", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647714089, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8151631, "authorName": "AllClaSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allclass/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have owned / driven v8 W220s and W221s and I agree the 221 is better all around platform but I do like the looks of the 220s and older models especially if they have the mono blocks wheels.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647714329, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8151865, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've owned both an S55 and S600 W220 and an S600 221. The 220 seems more nimble (lighter) but the 221 is definitely way ahead on technology and overall feel IMO. I do happen to like the 220 body better, but they feel dated compared to a 221. I suspect if I drove a W222 I'd feel it was better than the 221? While the W220 S600 was arguably faster, I liked the balance of the S55 more. Driving any one of them doesn't suck!!\n\n@AllClaSS watching your S600 with interest. You looking at this as an upgrade? If you won and took delivery before your S600 left you could do that back to back seat of the pants comparison! :)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647716117, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8151931, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 31000, "content": "$31,000 bid placed by zachmac", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647716144, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8151941, "authorName": "ZWOLFMAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zwolfman/", "bidAmount": 31250, "content": "$31,250 bid placed by ZWOLFMAN", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647716219, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8151998, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I finally got a round to adding illuminated AMG sills and a key fob top operation module to the SL65 and got it all cleaned up and serviced for the season. Need another V12 MB to keep me out of the bars. When you have two or more you can almost always expect a small to do list on one or the other.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647716457, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152015, "authorName": "CHS1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chs1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There is nothing to do on this car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647716551, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152039, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@CHS1 Renntech tune, 001 intercooler pump upgrade, limited slip rear end gear, high flow cats; there are always things one can CHOOSE to do. :) Or if you are anal like me, drop the plastic underpans and clean and wax them!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647716728, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152132, "authorName": "ZWOLFMAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zwolfman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I sold my CL65 last year and would look forward to having a 12 again, which is my handle. ( if any of you know German)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647716961, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152098, "authorName": "CHS1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chs1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This would be a good car for you. I did not think to clean the underpans. The underpans have not been cleaned and waxed.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647716987, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152147, "authorName": "Carhappy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carhappy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Give @zwolfman his V12 - another German here", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647717024, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152142, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@CHS1 My dad was a racer, Maseratis and Ferraris. He taught me to never put anything you remove back on a car with any dirt on it. Plus a clean and waxed belly pan is a great diagnostic tool when a leak does develop.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647717058, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152172, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Germany gave us all these MB V12s; why should we give them back?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647717096, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152196, "authorName": "AllClaSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allclass/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@zachmac. Thanks. I\u2019m not looking at this as an upgrade opportunity at all but more of a rotation. I know I\u2019m gonna miss my S600 the minute it drives away. But I\u2019ve held onto it too long already, mostly because it\u2019s such a special vehicle that I love driving. I generally have swapped new cars every two or three years and rotate in and out of all sorts of vehicles. This time I\u2019m looking for an late 60s or early 70s Caddy convertible for the summer. Plus I\u2019ve already ordered a Lucid Air. I truly hope it goes to someone who appreciates and drives the car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647717158, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152210, "authorName": "Randomguyinstl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/randomguyinstl/", "bidAmount": 31500, "content": "$31,500 bid placed by Randomguyinstl", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647717188, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152215, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@AllClaSS one of my favorite cars owned was a 1961 Caddy Convertible. You and ten or so good friends can cruise in comfort!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647717240, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152229, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 32000, "content": "$32,000 bid placed by zachmac", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647717261, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152240, "authorName": "Randomguyinstl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/randomguyinstl/", "bidAmount": 32500, "content": "$32,500 bid placed by Randomguyinstl", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647717309, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152241, "authorName": "idriveit", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/idriveit/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I owned a 2006 for a number of years as a daily driver. The 1st thing I would do would be a tune with particular attention to the throttle pedal mapping. The throttle Spring is heavy and the stock mapping gives you almost no power for the 1st quarter of throttle pedal movement. The throttle Spring is heavy and the stock mapping gives you almost no power for the 1st quarter of throttle pedal movement. It really takes the fun out of driving at part throttle. The extra torque out of the table really lights the car up as well. My number one complaint was the acceleration acceleration slip control mapping It was way too aggressive and as soon as the system kicked in it completely killed power to the point where you go flying forward in your seat. I don't think you can do anything about it but it really sucks. When the active suspension wasn't broken it was a spectacular car and the best car I've ever owned. Thank goodness I bought AGM Goodwrench warrantyFrom the Cadillac dealer where I bought the car. I paid about $2500 for the warranty and they spent about 25000 keeping the car on the road for 3 yearsBecause of the active suspension. The heavy engine also likes to eat front a arm bushings on Chicago streets.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647717312, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152244, "authorName": "ZWOLFMAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zwolfman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks Carhappy, I'm actually an Osterreichisch (Austrian)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647717323, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152252, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@ZWOLFMAN Great grandpa was one of 11 brothers who emigrated from Austria between the great wars.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647717383, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152298, "authorName": "G-Pop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/g-pop/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The next 60,000 miles will cost greater than $60,000 to maintain this awesome vehicle! I am original owner of the exact model with over 137,000 miles so I am speaking from experience. Currently waiting to address the issues with clock reset for daylight savings time (2007 software glitched must be done by dealer and loss of function on seat bladder effecting massage and dynamic drive). I am still in love with this model and may have to jump in because the cost has always been worth it in my opinion!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647717576, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152313, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@G-Pop your price estimates are wildly overstated", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647717645, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152324, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@G-PoP I've owned LOTS of AMGs and put on lots of miles in the 40 to 110 k ranges and never spend anywhere near that. Maybe $15k over five years worst case. Stay away from dealerships! And if anyone did that they were not to bright as you can buy a warranty to cover it all for much less.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647717771, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152379, "authorName": "ZWOLFMAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zwolfman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Zachman, I couldn't agree more.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647717902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152387, "authorName": "AllClaSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allclass/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@G-pop. I just paid $179 to have my Clock software upgraded. Yes it\u2019s a dealer rip off but that\u2019s what you have to deal with sometimes. \r\n\r\nI\u2019m not disputing your costs but I think there are opportunities you could save some money having your own diagnosis tool, using independent shops plus do some of the DYI. I do my own oil and air filter changes. I\u2019ve even change the spark plugs in the coil packs myself. There\u2019s lots of opportunities to save money, if your able.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647717925, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152398, "authorName": "G-Pop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/g-pop/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "LOL DYI is less expensive, but you get what you pay for", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647717959, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152408, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 33000, "content": "$33,000 bid placed by resetjohn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718007, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152414, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "G-Pop in these older AMGs there\u2019s plenty of examples I\u2019d the dealerships not doing the best work actually. Price doesn\u2019t automatically equal best", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718029, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152419, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@AllClaSS When you did the coil packs did you just move the intercoolers or disconnect them?\r\n\r\n@G-Pop if you think you get what you pay for at an MB dealer I have LOTS of things to sell you. :)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647718040, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152424, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 33500, "content": "$33,500 bid placed by zachmac", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718067, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152430, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Must focus, there is an auction going on here!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647718098, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152433, "authorName": "Carhappy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carhappy/", "bidAmount": 34000, "content": "$34,000 bid placed by Carhappy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718108, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152445, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 34500, "content": "$34,500 bid placed by resetjohn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718156, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152447, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 35000, "content": "$35,000 bid placed by zachmac", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718165, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152457, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 35500, "content": "$35,500 bid placed by resetjohn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718186, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152460, "authorName": "G-Pop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/g-pop/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "i am sure everyone would prefer to bid on a car that was serviced by certified technicians, or they wouldn't always want more service records posted.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718208, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152463, "authorName": "ZWOLFMAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zwolfman/", "bidAmount": 35750, "content": "$35,750 bid placed by ZWOLFMAN", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718211, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152478, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 36000, "content": "$36,000 bid placed by resetjohn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718266, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152481, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Independent shops can do great work too", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647718273, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152493, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@G-Pop I service all the vehicles my wife and kids drive and sleep fine. I've owned over a hundred cars and restored dozens. I sleep fine and know when I need a good indy or MB. But that doesn't mean I always throw money needlessly at MB.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647718312, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152494, "authorName": "CHS1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chs1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Reserve off show me some love.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1647718316, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152496, "authorName": "AllClaSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allclass/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The passenger side is much easier than the drivers side. There are YouTube videos on how to do the coil packs. It\u2019s not an easy job and it helps if you have a teenage son that doesn\u2019t mind assisting and fishing for the bolts that you\u2019ve dropped.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718324, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152503, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 36250, "content": "$36,250 bid placed by zachmac", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718338, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152512, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 36500, "content": "$36,500 bid placed by resetjohn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718371, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152522, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 36750, "content": "$36,750 bid placed by zachmac", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718384, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152524, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is better than the NCAA tournament", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647718388, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152525, "authorName": "AKcars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/akcars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This car doesn't have an engine... It has a reactor.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647718390, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152543, "authorName": "rojocol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rojocol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "this car will be more planted on the ground than a SL 65. can you imagine the acceleration? My traction control always takes over on my SL 65.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718432, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152542, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 37000, "content": "$37,000 bid placed by resetjohn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718432, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152566, "authorName": "G-Pop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/g-pop/", "bidAmount": 37500, "content": "$37,500 bid placed by G-Pop", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718551, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152569, "authorName": "KDMFan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kdmfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rojocol Remove the stability control fuse. Try it", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718564, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152576, "authorName": "rojocol", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rojocol/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "hmmm...... I may have to try that", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647718599, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152577, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 38000, "content": "$38,000 bid placed by resetjohn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718605, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152575, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@G-Pop was trashing repair costs for a reason!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1647718607, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152583, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm going to regret it but I'm out. Good luck to all. Still a good buy in today's market.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647718647, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152591, "authorName": "G-Pop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/g-pop/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Read my post absolutely love this model but it requires Maintenace nothing wrong with transparency", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718678, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152596, "authorName": "KDMFan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kdmfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@rojocol It's just a wild guess. @HooviesGarage removed the stability control and traction control on the Magnum SRT8 he bought for Car Issues and it performed better.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647718699, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152601, "authorName": "G-Pop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/g-pop/", "bidAmount": 38250, "content": "$38,250 bid placed by G-Pop", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718716, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152604, "authorName": "AllClaSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allclass/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think this car should bring $50k all day long which is still only 26% of original MSRP.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647718735, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152603, "authorName": "Randomguyinstl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/randomguyinstl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a steal", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718735, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152605, "authorName": "KDMFan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kdmfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@G-Pop is on a roll...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718738, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152607, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Heck, an entire engine replacement is $40k IF you have a new one installed at MB!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647718749, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152599, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@G-Pop $60,000 is absurd for regular maintenance", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647718753, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152612, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My plan is to buy it, fly to fla to pick it up, then drive back to Az visiting old friends along the way. Then may sell the car.!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647718792, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152621, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 38500, "content": "$38,500 bid placed by resetjohn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718810, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 8152631, "authorName": "CHS1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chs1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hope to see you soon", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718830, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152630, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@resetjohn living life right", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718830, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152632, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ahhhh", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718834, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152627, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@resetjohn, you have to win it first. GLWA to all.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718838, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152643, "authorName": "KDMFan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kdmfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@zachmac If I remember correctly, Carbon Ceramic Brakes on the SLS AMG are $8,000 per rotor (correct if wrong). You could by a functional 2004 Honda Civic and be a \"Tuner Boyz\" member for $8,000.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718869, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152647, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am older than the seller, so last shot.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647718878, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152654, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "But exactly NONE of these have carbon fiber brakes.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1647718899, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152662, "authorName": "KDMFan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kdmfan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@zachmac That's probably a good thing", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718925, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152663, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 3/19/22 for $38,500 to resetjohn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718931, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 8152665, "authorName": "Carhappy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carhappy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good for you. I will buy it when you resell it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647718941, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152670, "authorName": "pongdog", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pongdog/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@resetjohn, I live in Naples, Florida. I'll be happy to deliver it to you in AZ. Might take the long way, though -", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718954, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152674, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats to @resetjohn! Reset the trip odometer and start racking up the miles!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718959, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152680, "authorName": "lionsfan54", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lionsfan54/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice work @resetjohn Enjoy the road trip!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718980, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152682, "authorName": "Bkins", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkins/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well bought", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718992, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152683, "authorName": "ZWOLFMAN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zwolfman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Absolutely great car, but I am still looking for that SL65. Good luc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647718993, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152685, "authorName": "deyelm", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deyelm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car- own a 2012 S Class. Great buy", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647719001, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152688, "authorName": "resetjohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/resetjohn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks, guys, watch for it in a couple of months!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647719016, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152689, "authorName": "Mountan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mountan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@resetjohn that\u2019s a cool idea I may try that with a couple cars", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647719018, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152692, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@KDMFan never understood why anyone would option CF brakes for a street car. If it is going to do track time maybe.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647719026, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152698, "authorName": "carguy84", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carguy84/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Because of the zero brake dust and 100,000 life.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647719047, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152702, "authorName": "AllClaSS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/allclass/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well bought. Congratulations. You just got it for 20% of original MSRP. Not including the BAT fee. \r\nNow drive the wheels off it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647719062, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152717, "authorName": "46dodge", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/46dodge/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great idea for a road trip!!!!! Have a blast!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647719105, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152753, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carguy84 which is great unless you hit that one pothole that not only bends the rim but also breaks the rotor. Seen it happen.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647719264, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152754, "authorName": "georgepehanick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/georgepehanick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice buy @resetjohn You aren\u2019t still smarting over that CL63 AMG last weekend? \ud83e\udd13\r\nYou\u2019re going to love this badass V12 sedan.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1647719267, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152849, "authorName": "Bkins", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkins/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@zachmac, are CF rotors that fragile? In my mind I see them as being really tough.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647719819, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152885, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bkins no, but the force it takes to bend a rim is not insignificant. The problem on a car like this IMO would be the fact there is so much weight on the front with the V12. They wear out front suspension fast. When they hit a pothole there is a lot of momentum transferred and I've seen much lighter Ferraris and Lambos breaks rims and CF rotors from potholes and relatively minor fender benders. I don't dislike CF at all, I just think for 99.9% of real road driving they are extravagant and unnecessary.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647720103, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8152990, "authorName": "Bkins", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkins/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@zachmac, thanks for your opinion and noted experience with the rotors but more importantly the rims. BMW rims are the same as in being somewhat soft. Back when I had one there weren\u2019t many places that straightened them so the only choice was a graveyard or a dealer. Graveyards were a crapshoot.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647720463, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8153064, "authorName": "zachmac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zachmac/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Bkins My wife once bent all four rims on a SAAB 9000T, one at a time. She kept sliding it through corners and smacking curbs. I didn't care as I like being married to a woman who, while she may not know what a 4 wheel drift is, sure knows how to do one!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1647720844, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8155269, "authorName": "Bkins", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bkins/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@zachmac, Big Smile showing. Was going to ask if your still married. You provided the answer. Made me mad when I bent a rim, two different times, on my BMW 325E from just plain driving a bit high speed out on a country road. Money was tight so I had to live with them for a period of time.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1647735688, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 8284597, "authorName": "Carhappy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carhappy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@resetjohn Have you picked up the car yet and driven cross country? I\u2019d love to hear your experience on comfort and spirited drives.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1649204547, "type": "comment"}]