[{"id": 15238510, "authorName": "Craven", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/craven/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Enough muscular flare to appeal to the domestic buyer, with all of the Japanese quality engineering precision like attention to detail. Whew", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1723385644, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15238640, "authorName": "Rchardwick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rchardwick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What roundhouse are the photos taken in front if???", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723387138, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15238650, "authorName": "Jswerve", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jswerve/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had a 1982 Celica GT right out of high school. Always wanted a Supra from that era.", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1723387235, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15238658, "authorName": "th3supra", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/th3supra/", "bidAmount": 3300, "content": "$3,300 bid placed by th3supra", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723387304, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15238953, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi there BaT folks! thanks for the early comments and bid.\nI'm sad to part with my beloved '83 Supra, but life loves to throw unexpected curveballs.\nI'm excited to be offering the car with my collection of literature and hard-to-find extra parts, most of which are perfectly functional and good, a few are original parts from the car that I replaced with new ones, but are worth keeping as extras, the driveshaft for example.\nHoping to have it all go to a new loving home.\nI'll be doing my best to stay on top of answering questions, please do not hesitate to use the Contact Seller button and I will get back to you ASAP. Thanks!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1723390155, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15239092, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The car will come with three original keys, one of which I believe is a \"valet\" key, and three copies. Pics attached.\r\n\r\nThere are also two small keys which are for an aftermarket alarm installed by someone who owned the car before I individual I purchased it from. It has to be armed manually with this small key. I never use it, but it was functional when I purchased the car. It has not caused any electrical problems.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1723391389, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15239232, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I replaced the timing belt, timing belt tensioner, front camshaft and crankshaft seals, and alternator in June. The original alternator was starting to not quite charge properly, but I still have it and it will be included with the car. A re-manufactured unit is currently fitted.\r\n\r\nI also had a mechanic inspect the car and check engine compression, after which he found that the front wheel bearings were on their way out, so those were replaced. The compression test numbers were as follows: Cyl.1: 157, Cyl.2: 158, Cyl.3: 145, Cyl.4: 129, Cyl.5: 162, Cyl.6: 160", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1723392713, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15243360, "authorName": "GTPZXTMIKE", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gtpzxtmike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rchardwick the photos appear to have been taken at Old Poway Park & Railroad in Poway CA.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723416230, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15245649, "authorName": "Jdmkars", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jdmkars/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looking at the pretty wide variation in compression levels, I would guess there might be issues brewing.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1723471741, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15254637, "authorName": "SunCityMike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/suncitymike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\"The air conditioning does not blow cold.\" \r\nWhen activated, does the compressor switch on? When was it last recharged?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723518415, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15254909, "authorName": "ToyTommy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/toytommy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You don\u2019t see many in that blue!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1723523690, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15258457, "authorName": "JoeyJamms", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joeyjamms/", "bidAmount": 3600, "content": "$3,600 bid placed by JoeyJamms", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723571462, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15264623, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@SunCityMike The compressor does not switch on when the AC is switched on in the cabin, but I did verify the compressor is not seized. I have not had the AC charged during my ownership.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723591347, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15270653, "authorName": "bemrfst", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bemrfst/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice looking Supra! Love the color in and out...", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1723659501, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15272315, "authorName": "Bassdb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bassdb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have always loved this body style.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1723665321, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15281260, "authorName": "JPTexas64", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jptexas64/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by JPTexas64", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723747674, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15284940, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bemrfst @Bassdb Yes, thank you. \r\nThis is my ideal spec MK2 Supra which is why is pains me so to be forced to part with it due to life circumstances.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723763424, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15285029, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Some things I forgot to mention regarding recent service to the car;\r\n\r\nThe front brake hoses were replaced and the whole brake system was flushed and bled with fresh fluid, and the exhaust manifold gaskets and O2 sensor were replaced late last year. \r\n\r\nPrior to that in 2022, the entire clutch hydraulic system was overhauled with new master and slave cylinders, a new stainless-steel braided hose (can be seen in the pictures) and the system was bled with new fluid. \r\n\r\nMuch other work has been done to the car throughout my ownership since 2020 and I have it all outlined in a digital spreadsheet I will include with the car, containing what work I've done and what date/mileage the work was performed. (with receipts)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723763744, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15290669, "authorName": "ajaffray", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ajaffray/", "bidAmount": 4400, "content": "$4,400 bid placed by ajaffray", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723829147, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15296784, "authorName": "mchonda", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mchonda/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Couple questions \r\n\r\nMirrors don\u2019t move due to no electricity or gears stripped \r\n\r\nAC compressor should kick on regardless of charge condition. So is there an electrical problems?\r\n\r\nCylinder compression should be even across all 6. Did you do some testing like add small amount of oil to low cylinder and recheck? Or something else? Head gasket ever replaced?\r\n\r\nNon smoker vehicle?\r\n\r\nCan u list all repairs you\u2019ve suggested done?\r\nThks for answering each w?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723850833, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15300789, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mchonda The mirrors do not move due to electrical issue I believe, the original mirrors shattered and were replaced with units form a different car and were working. \r\nAccording to FSM there is a pressure switch that will not allow the AC compressor clutch to engage is the system is empty or near empty of refrigerant. \r\nI did not do the compression test, I believe the mechanic did the compression test while the engine was cold and dry. Head gasket is original as far as I know.\r\nThe vehicle has never been smoked in.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723916217, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15300910, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I should mention since I was asked directly that the clutch does not slip and the shifter does not grind or pop out of gear. It shifts smoothly and the shifter has some high quality aftermarket replacement bushings.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723916666, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15301108, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would also like to talk a little bit about the extra parts. Most notably, three igniters (ignition control module/ICM) and ignition coils are included, one is the original and is no longer functional (the one pictured alone in a small box). The other two are tested and functional. These are incredibly hard to find and I went to great lengths to get a hold of them just in case, as the original igniter failing was one of the first and few issues I ever had with the car. \r\n\r\nIncluded also is an entire complete functional differential with axle stubs, and the original diff components that came out when the tru-trac unit was installed.\r\n\r\nAlso pictured, disassembled in a box, is the original tape deck and equalizer unit. It was not functional, so I took it to someone who claimed they could repair it. They were not able to identify the issue and left it disassembled. There is an aftermarket headunit and Kicker speakers installed that function perfectly. \r\n\r\nThe steering rack pictured alone is original to the car, and was removed due to a fluid seal blow out. It will need to be rebuilt. A rebuilt rack and pinion was installed in July 2021. \r\n\r\nThe original driveshaft was replaced due to bad bearings, but is included as pictured, technically functional, just noisy.\r\n\r\nEvery other extra part included is functional save for the broken pair of side mirrors.\r\n\r\nNot pictured is a set of used fuel injectors that work but should be cleaned and resealed if wanting to be used.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1723917502, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15305025, "authorName": "SJBOTT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sjbott/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice solid looking Supra with some decent maintenance and rebuild records! Love these 80's models. GLWTA.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1723931491, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15305127, "authorName": "Herontang", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/herontang/", "bidAmount": 4500, "content": "$4,500 bid placed by Herontang", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723932489, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15305255, "authorName": "JoeyJamms", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/joeyjamms/", "bidAmount": 4600, "content": "$4,600 bid placed by JoeyJamms", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723934017, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15307073, "authorName": "01996tt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/01996tt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That engine sounded healthy from the exhaust side and no smoke. Seems like a legendary car that still has a ways to go. GLWA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723982605, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15307352, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@01996tt Indeed, it runs smooth and strong and is an absolute pleasure to drive. I would agree it should have a long life ahead of it!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723987596, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15307386, "authorName": "sethmyles", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sethmyles/", "bidAmount": 4700, "content": "$4,700 bid placed by sethmyles", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723987899, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15307585, "authorName": "ajaffray", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ajaffray/", "bidAmount": 5100, "content": "$5,100 bid placed by ajaffray", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723990162, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308297, "authorName": "WBarratt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wbarratt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I assume the title is not rebuilt or salvaged?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723996471, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15308347, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@WBarratt Correct, clean, non-branded CA title in my name.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723996855, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15308360, "authorName": "wallytoo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wallytoo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mchonda although answered by the @seller, the a/c compressor does NOT cycle in these, or most other contemporary toyotas, if there is low refrigerant in the system. my '87 4runners are the same - i know the a/c works fine when charged, but the system leaks, and the compressors do not cycle right now.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1723996965, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15308450, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@wallytoo well said. My '90 Corolla behaved the same. I've never really been one to care too much about AC in a sports car, I'm a windows-down kind of driver.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723997635, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15308722, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Coming in on the home stretch folks, just wanted to say finally that this car is fully up to date on maintenance, fluids, etc, and would be an absolute steal at the current high bid!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723999721, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15308736, "authorName": "izzy077", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/izzy077/", "bidAmount": 5200, "content": "$5,200 bid placed by izzy077", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723999807, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308756, "authorName": "Brunoalmeida83", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brunoalmeida83/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by Brunoalmeida83", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1723999909, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308772, "authorName": "WBarratt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wbarratt/", "bidAmount": 5800, "content": "$5,800 bid placed by WBarratt", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724000018, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308793, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 5900, "content": "$5,900 bid placed by 818rob", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724000137, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308816, "authorName": "WBarratt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wbarratt/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "$6,500 bid placed by WBarratt", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724000282, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308855, "authorName": "collinpagel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/collinpagel/", "bidAmount": 6900, "content": "$6,900 bid placed by collinpagel", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724000516, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308857, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "$7,000 bid placed by 818rob", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724000528, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308861, "authorName": "collinpagel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/collinpagel/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by collinpagel", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724000542, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308869, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 8100, "content": "$8,100 bid placed by 818rob", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724000576, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308874, "authorName": "Brunoalmeida83", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brunoalmeida83/", "bidAmount": 8300, "content": "$8,300 bid placed by Brunoalmeida83", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724000587, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308877, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 8400, "content": "$8,400 bid placed by 818rob", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724000597, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308879, "authorName": "collinpagel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/collinpagel/", "bidAmount": 8800, "content": "$8,800 bid placed by collinpagel", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724000600, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308887, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 8900, "content": "$8,900 bid placed by 818rob", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724000624, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308907, "authorName": "collinpagel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/collinpagel/", "bidAmount": 9300, "content": "$9,300 bid placed by collinpagel", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724000696, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15308935, "authorName": "Brunoalmeida83", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brunoalmeida83/", "bidAmount": 9500, "content": "$9,500 bid placed by Brunoalmeida83", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724000812, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15309039, "authorName": "WBarratt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wbarratt/", "bidAmount": 10100, "content": "$10,100 bid placed by WBarratt", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724001316, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15309048, "authorName": "Brunoalmeida83", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brunoalmeida83/", "bidAmount": 10400, "content": "$10,400 bid placed by Brunoalmeida83", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724001358, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15309056, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, this Toyota is doing pretty well", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1724001393, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15309058, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very good machine that\u2019s for sure", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1724001413, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15309075, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "10 987", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724001474, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15309076, "authorName": "Brunoalmeida83", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brunoalmeida83/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 8/18/24 for $10,400 to Brunoalmeida83", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1724001478, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 15309096, "authorName": "818rob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/818rob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats Bruno went a little out of my budget but looks like you\u2019re gonna get smiles out of this one. Congrats congrats congrats.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1724001550, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15309101, "authorName": "SleeplessLaborer (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sleeplesslaborer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well bid everyone, congratulations Bruno!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1724001572, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15310210, "authorName": "Vtec4ever", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vtec4ever/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Golden age Toyota. Much nicer than what they peddle today. Drive it proudly!!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1724005283, "type": "comment"}]