[{"id": 6963238, "authorName": "dinkman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dinkman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "lovely color, but i'm bias :)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1632431051, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6963299, "authorName": "Stick_Shift_Nick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stick_shift_nick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Minor pet peeve of mine, but why oh why must the rear spoiler be \"peacock'd\" in the up position for photos \ud83e\udd26\u200d\u2642\ufe0f", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1632431223, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6963338, "authorName": "drgoedken", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/drgoedken/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "shows it works :) And another R8 in IL for sale! Not gated here.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1632431525, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6963478, "authorName": "Torqueandrecoil", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/torqueandrecoil/", "bidAmount": 9750, "content": "$9,750 bid placed by Torqueandrecoil", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1632431767, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6964084, "authorName": "Wagenman23", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagenman23/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by Wagenman23", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1632433972, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6964548, "authorName": "Chriscampaigne", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/chriscampaigne/", "bidAmount": 40000, "content": "$40,000 bid placed by Chriscampaigne", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1632435777, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6964620, "authorName": "clzeigler", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/clzeigler/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Should be a crime to put an auto trans in this car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1632436448, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6965049, "authorName": "KPetreski (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kpetreski/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you all for stopping by and considering my R8 as your next purchase! I know how excited I am every time I am in the market for a new car so I will try to make this process as fun and exciting as possible for all of you! \r\nI will have some detailed videos with a walkaround, a video of one of the most recent services performed, explaining the tread of the breaks, tires, suspension, and hopefully upload a cold start video for you in the next couple of days. For any questions please do not hesitate to ask, I will do my best to get back to each question at earliest convenience. \r\nThank you and good luck to all!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1632442679, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6965078, "authorName": "KPetreski (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kpetreski/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Stick_Shift_Nick The photographer was excited about it :-) IT does show that it works!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1632442960, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6965298, "authorName": "Sbsail", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sbsail/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller\u2019s intro - what a great positive way to set the tone and expectations for this auction. A welcome and pleasant contrast for R8 shoppers. Thank you!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1632446296, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6965789, "authorName": "Pizzabox10", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pizzabox10/", "bidAmount": 70000, "content": "$70,000 bid placed by Pizzabox10", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1632455318, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6966394, "authorName": "RodPaine", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rodpaine/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I don't know what the actual configuration of this R8's auto trans is, but if it performs anywhere near the level of our 2019 Audi RS 3 autotrans does, I think you'll certainly be pleased with it. I've been driving and racing automobiles since 1958 and find our Audi's DSG is truly an amazing transmission!\n\nI am certainly not going back to manual transmissions in a performance vehicle.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1632489216, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6966423, "authorName": "BSHIVES", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bshives/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I ONLY keep my car parked with the wing up, it just looks \"better\". Love the car man, I have the same car, same mileage but gated. Either way though, these are amazing cars, and so much car for the money. Long live the V10.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1632489529, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6966660, "authorName": "RNLabas", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rnlabas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The R-tronic trans is NOT an automatic at all - it is a computer-controlled clutch and shifter 6 speed manual gearbox that is the same as in the 'gated' versions... It's just missing a clutch pedal and has electro-hydraulic actuators for the clutch and gear selector. It can be both a bane and a boon to drive depending on the driver and the road - and the mood of both ...", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1632492441, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6968570, "authorName": "AndyT575", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andyt575/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is it just me, or do the underside photos look exactly the same as those used for the underside of the white car that's also listed right now?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1632508143, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6968738, "authorName": "KPetreski (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kpetreski/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @Sbsail! I really appreciate the kind words. \r\n@RNLabas you couldn't have explained any better. I was absolutely stunned by the response of downshifting and upshifting on this car. It is instant and very exciting. \r\n@AndyT575 it seems like it is but you will have a better picture of the undercarriage once I upload the video.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1632509011, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6969758, "authorName": "cardoza", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cardoza/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@AndyT575 that's really odd... I just looked at them in separate tabs and they are the EXACT same pictures just different filters.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1632512904, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6970469, "authorName": "AndyT575", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andyt575/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cardoza Considering the similar location, my guess is the same photographer did both cars and a couple files just ended up in the wrong folder.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1632516329, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6978001, "authorName": "THE_KEEBLER_ELF", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/the_keebler_elf/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This was the perfect halo car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1632672150, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6981244, "authorName": "KPetreski (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kpetreski/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cardoza and @AndyT575 the photographer mentioned that he had a white R8 that he took some photos from few days before mine, so that could certainly be the case. \r\n- To present a better picture of the undercarriage and the condition of the car, you can check out the links below. The first link is from one of my most recent services of the car explaining the shape of the vehicle. \r\n- Also, attached is another link with a walk-around and some driving videos that hopefully will provide you with a better idea of the performance of the car. \r\n\r\nLink #1\r\nhttps://autonation.media/oC2MIgCDWU\r\n\r\nLink #2\r\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L60_hX0XjBw\r\n\r\nThe car is in my garage, in the Chicago-Land area and if you are local or interested in finding out more please do not hesitate to reach out to me via the contact seller button. \r\n\r\nGood luck to all!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1632712307, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6981632, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A walk-around and driving video has been added to the gallery.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1632744619, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6982923, "authorName": "Raxt504", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/raxt504/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I the Audi inspection video, the Technician mentioned the 55,000 mile service (based on time). Did you have that done?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1632762754, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6983370, "authorName": "cardoza", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cardoza/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@KPetreski just an interested spectator as I have this car's twin! GLWS and thanks for clarifying on the underside photos.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1632766643, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6987981, "authorName": "KPetreski (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kpetreski/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cardoza that is spectacular! I have been trying to see another Brilliant Red R8 in the Chicago Land area, and by far I have only seen one with a license plate GATED at one of the FCA charity events. Plenty of Perl White and Black ones. \r\nThank you for stopping by, snatch a glass of wine and enjoy! \r\n\r\n@Raxt504 - Yes, it was. I had sent you an e-mail with an elaborated answer! let me know if you have any further questions and thank you so much for your interest!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1632795960, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 6997533, "authorName": "scamilleri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scamilleri/", "bidAmount": 70500, "content": "$70,500 bid placed by scamilleri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1632937917, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 6998284, "authorName": "Pizzabox10", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pizzabox10/", "bidAmount": 75000, "content": "$75,000 bid placed by Pizzabox10", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1632940742, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7002528, "authorName": "ksabel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ksabel/", "bidAmount": 75500, "content": "$75,500 bid placed by ksabel", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1632964617, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7006249, "authorName": "lawrencemotorsport", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lawrencemotorsport/", "bidAmount": 77777, "content": "$77,777 bid placed by lawrencemotorsport", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1633027909, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7007252, "authorName": "Bueller86", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bueller86/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Don't see very many of these in red... I like it! GLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1633031382, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7007297, "authorName": "KPetreski (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kpetreski/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @Bueller86! \r\nLet me know if anyone has any final questions and good luck to all!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1633031479, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7007366, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 78277, "content": "$78,277 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1633031675, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7007389, "authorName": "ksabel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ksabel/", "bidAmount": 78777, "content": "$78,777 bid placed by ksabel", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1633031740, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7007428, "authorName": "eight_bit_micro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eight_bit_micro/", "bidAmount": 80000, "content": "$80,000 bid placed by eight_bit_micro", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1633031844, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7007439, "authorName": "ksabel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ksabel/", "bidAmount": 80500, "content": "$80,500 bid placed by ksabel", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1633031872, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7007467, "authorName": "eight_bit_micro", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eight_bit_micro/", "bidAmount": 81000, "content": "$81,000 bid placed by eight_bit_micro", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1633031986, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7007476, "authorName": "ksabel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ksabel/", "bidAmount": 81690, "content": "$81,690 bid placed by ksabel", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1633032004, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 7007506, "authorName": "ksabel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ksabel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 9/30/21 for $81,690 to ksabel", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1633032124, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 7007527, "authorName": "KPetreski (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kpetreski/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations to @ksabel \r\nI cannot express to you how good of a vehicle you are getting! \r\nI hope you will enjoy it!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1633032193, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7007534, "authorName": "jwsarge", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jwsarge/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Incredible deal! Enjoy it @ksabel!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1633032228, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7007535, "authorName": "greene1111", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/greene1111/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "what a deal. Had a manual until recently, but this is a deal.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1633032235, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7007554, "authorName": "Kramer8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kramer8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great price on a beautiful car! Congrats to @ksabel", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1633032317, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7007570, "authorName": "ksabel", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ksabel/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks to all!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1633032377, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7007579, "authorName": "DVCNick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dvcnick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Definitely stolen... enjoy!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1633032400, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 7009801, "authorName": "In2details", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/in2details/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good price for buyer and seller. Good auction.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1633041521, "type": "comment"}]