[{"id": 5833558, "authorName": "2Manyrides", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2manyrides/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by 2Manyrides", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614781355, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5833613, "authorName": "fowljohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fowljohn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Weak example. Much left to fit", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614782096, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5833711, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My dad, the previous owner, was a WW-II P-51 combat pilot who was stationed in theater, served as instructor with the Royal Air Force, then was the military attach\u00e9 to Colombia in the 1950s. I have driven this car multiple times. It\u2019s a survivor car and fits that description. It\u2019s not a renovated car, and maintains a lot of the patina of the era.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1614783847, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5833740, "authorName": "Terrycsmth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/terrycsmth/", "bidAmount": 5100, "content": "$5,100 bid placed by Terrycsmth", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614783905, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5833794, "authorName": "Dcnjxn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcnjxn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have driven this car several times and also photographed it. It\u2019s a great example of unrestored survivor car with lots of patina of the era. It\u2019s a car to be used, driven, and enjoyed without the burden (and loss of character) of most restored vintage sports cars.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1614784662, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5834048, "authorName": "old-fart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/old-fart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are side curtains available?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614787945, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5834091, "authorName": "rwkelly20", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rwkelly20/", "bidAmount": 5200, "content": "$5,200 bid placed by rwkelly20", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614788437, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5834203, "authorName": "jzaborsky", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jzaborsky/", "bidAmount": 5300, "content": "$5,300 bid placed by jzaborsky", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614789918, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5834236, "authorName": "DeanBean", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deanbean/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I own a 55 1500 purchased new by my Aunt. It will be fun to watch this auction.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1614790276, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5834295, "authorName": "Lethbridge-Stewart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lethbridge-stewart/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I appreciate the history to this car. Given that the brakes and wiring both need work, can it be driven at present? Thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614790873, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5834323, "authorName": "Blackpony4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blackpony4/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "**Like the original took kit and jack.\nRequest picture of side curtains, side curtain compartment and starting handle with storage compartment.\nHas wood frame ever been repaired in the body?\nDo the doors stay latched when driving on bumpy roads?\nHave wire wheels been trued up? Could not read receipts as too small.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614791282, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5834445, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m new to this process so trying to answer all questions. It can be started and driven. I take it around the blocks in my neighborhood, but given where I live (inner city Houston) I\u2019m hesitant to get on any major roads. \r\nThe doors stay latched during normal driving- I\u2019ve not had occasion to travel bumpy roads. \r\nThe car has been serviced but the mechanics have not made specific mention of the wheels being trued up. The tires are in good shape and the car tracks straight.\r\nI have side curtains- will take photos and add to gallery.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1614792872, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5834457, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Will supply requested photos of side curtains and starting jack. \r\nI don\u2019t know regarding prior wood repairs to the body.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614792959, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5834568, "authorName": "TR3B", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tr3b/", "bidAmount": 5400, "content": "$5,400 bid placed by TR3B", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614793999, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5834724, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Additional pictures of side curtains, crank, and storage behind seat added.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1614795416, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5834722, "authorName": "Blackpony4", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blackpony4/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This MG was originally *P* Ivory (HD*P*462857). Do you know year of color change or how many times it has been restored or repainted? Red paint over chrome areas, etc.\nThank you for the pictures and driving impressions.\nThis TF is complete with all accessories in pictures.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1614795582, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5834769, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You\u2019re right- it was originally ivory but my mom wanted it red, so red it became. I believe that happened very early on- 1957 or 1958- before my dad retired and they moved to rural Missouri. It has been painted at least once. Even though I don\u2019t have the service record, for some reason, I remember my father mentioning he had some minor \u201ctouch-up\u201d painting done to it after the initial color change.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1614795811, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5837946, "authorName": "PaulZie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/paulzie/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by PaulZie", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614812582, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5839107, "authorName": "Bricklin2117", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bricklin2117/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Still my favorite TF. Integrated headlamps are just right.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1614833770, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5839795, "authorName": "Olcat23", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/olcat23/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is my \u201csome day\u201d car. Right year, right condition; just wrong time and place for me. Sigh.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1614868574, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5840305, "authorName": "papac", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/papac/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by papac", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614874478, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5840961, "authorName": "Tomrosewood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tomrosewood/", "bidAmount": 6200, "content": "$6,200 bid placed by Tomrosewood", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614881829, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5842205, "authorName": "PaulZie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/paulzie/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "$6,500 bid placed by PaulZie", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614889434, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5842526, "authorName": "charlieger", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/charlieger/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "no top down pictures? :(", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1614891185, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5844150, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Weather permitting- will take some top down pics tomorrow.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1614899469, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5852551, "authorName": "Motorheadted", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/motorheadted/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Whats up with the \"segmented\" dash \"eyebrow\" ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615040329, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5852701, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I\u2019m not sure what you are asking regarding the dash eyebrow.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615043308, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5852950, "authorName": "DeanBean", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deanbean/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@kahallett1 the leather wrap on the eyebrow is one continuous piece of leather(?). Your car has straps over it on the centerline and possibly other locales. Call it nitpicking.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1615047831, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5853080, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "An engine video and a video link have been added to the end of the listing. Thanks to @kahallett1 (The Seller) for providing them! Enjoy the auction, everyone!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615049869, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5853279, "authorName": "caroldarden", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caroldarden/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by caroldarden", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615053559, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5853313, "authorName": "PaulZie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/paulzie/", "bidAmount": 7600, "content": "$7,600 bid placed by PaulZie", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615054233, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5854070, "authorName": "caroldarden", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caroldarden/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by caroldarden", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615070908, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5855796, "authorName": "Tomrosewood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tomrosewood/", "bidAmount": 8100, "content": "$8,100 bid placed by Tomrosewood", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615142963, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5855887, "authorName": "caroldarden", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caroldarden/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "$8,500 bid placed by caroldarden", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615146038, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5856022, "authorName": "Canuck67", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/canuck67/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The car I do not believe when compared to others of its era on BAT, and the rare glimpses of these I have had up close, none had the large dash bumper or as some have called it, the \"eyebrow\". Any idea why that was put on? I know it was asked earlier by DeanBean, so I too am wondering??", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615149994, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5856213, "authorName": "DeanBean", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deanbean/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Canuck67. The dash bumper eyebrow IS stock. There are probably plenty of photos of the type to prove that it is. My only issue was with the vertical straps over it, which were added for some reason. I now have the family 55, owned from new, that has been a show car its entire life.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615156559, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5856287, "authorName": "petown2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/petown2/", "bidAmount": 9500, "content": "$9,500 bid placed by petown2", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615158633, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5856381, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "An additional video and two additional video links have been added to the end of the listing.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615162640, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5856590, "authorName": "Tomrosewood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tomrosewood/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Canuck67 This part you call the eyebrow is actually an airbag. MG was the first to offer this in 1954. The car was way ahead of it's time.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1615170060, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5856623, "authorName": "Sittsiara", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sittsiara/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Methinks it oozes British elegance!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615171476, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5856740, "authorName": "Canuck67", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/canuck67/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Impressive. Thanks guys for the lesson. Wow, an airbag in 54.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615175305, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5857128, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Had some friends help me with a couple of driving videos yesterday - I see BaT has them at the end of the listing already!! Thanks!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615211492, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5857426, "authorName": "Andertonm", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andertonm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "In the videos and photos of the instrument panel the oil pressure gauge is rock steady at 50psi. Does it vary when started and warmed up? What is hot pressure on and off idle?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615216577, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5857581, "authorName": "Tomrosewood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tomrosewood/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Canuck67 Just kidding. TF's were different. Much sleeker look. The head lights, duel glove boxes, and yes that eyebrow. They are all cool looking cars but I love the TF. When things get old, They start coming apart, falling off, becoming less reliable and sometimes less safe. If we want to still drive them, we do what we have to , with what we have to make that happen. Sorry about the poor humor. You probably know way more about these cars than I.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615218772, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5857600, "authorName": "Canuck67", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/canuck67/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Tom, I candidly know very little other than being smitten by the first one I saw in Lawrence, Kansas in 2019. As a Canadian, these wood floor cars are especially rare. So unless you are pouring over one at a museum, or at a car show, you are only as good as your memory. So no harm at all! I love the BaT community. It is refreshing to learn from those that know. :)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615219153, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5857825, "authorName": "Pryso", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pryso/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Tomrosewood, are you certain that is an airbag? I always thought it was just padding along the edge of the interior extension of the cowl?\r\n\r\nMy first ride in an MG, actually in any sports car, was in a TF when I was about 14 or 15. They've been a favorite ever since.\r\n\r\nI had a '58 MGA, a '67 MGB-GT, and a '68 MGB and none of those had airbags.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615222630, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5857839, "authorName": "DeanBean", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deanbean/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pryso, PLEASE tell me you're joking?!? Otherwise OMG!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615222951, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5857865, "authorName": "Pryso", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pryso/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@DeanBean, I think Tom was having some fun, at least I hope so.\r\n\r\nSee his comment Mar 7 at 9:21 PM. In reality an early version of a padded dash. ;^)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615223332, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5857874, "authorName": "DeanBean", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deanbean/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Pryso. Correct on both counts.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615223426, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5858818, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@andertonm- regarding oil pressure and gauge. I\u2019m not sure. It does get to 50 psi but I\u2019ve not driven it for any extended period of time - 20-30 minutes at the most with a lot of starting and stopping due to my location. No extended long running periods in fourth gear.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615232439, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5861129, "authorName": "TDISteve", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tdisteve/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "my grand pappy had one of these back in the day.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1615244306, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5861390, "authorName": "Dcnjxn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcnjxn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have been involved with this car for a little over 4 years. My take is it is very difficult to find a car of this vintage that is a survivor that hasn\u2019t been altered, modified, or over-restored. This car is not only a survivor, with only a repaint (many years back), and the seats recovered, but has a one family ownership starting with a P-51 fighter pilot. The current owners father bought this after being in theater as a fighter pilot, serving with the RAF, then being the military attach\u00e9 to Colombia. This car still has a patina of originality that is baked out of most of the (overly restored or mutated) older sports cars that are for sale or were sold. The first time I saw this car I was captivated with the history and the patina. I\u2019ve been around vintage sports race cars and eccentric car owners for years and this car could sit in a garage with many of my favorites. In short, it\u2019s a car to use and enjoy vs a show car you are scared to actually drive.", "likes": 10, "timestamp": 1615248083, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5863479, "authorName": "twinjoe5445", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/twinjoe5445/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I would be concerned about the hydraulic hose used on the rear brakes. It appears to be industrial Hydraulic hose. This type of hose expands in ID and length when pressure is applied. Could cause a spongy brake feel.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615310218, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5863869, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@twinjoe5445- The MG mechanic that has performed the most repairs/maintenance on the car has given me an estimate for additional brake work that he thinks is necessary- photo #63.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615315148, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5864096, "authorName": "Miatadon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/miatadon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My TF has an \"unknown\" history. I have no receipts other than the ones I've accumulated during my ownership. I wonder how much a mystery history detracts from a car's value, or how much a lot of receipts adds to a car's value. I may find out when I sell it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615316848, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5868008, "authorName": "Bikeshopphil", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bikeshopphil/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Long shot but did your dad live in Winnipeg about 40 years ago \r\nJunior high friend father who was I need us Air Force had a similar car", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615347719, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5868135, "authorName": "Newday60", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newday60/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What is going on with the passenger side cowl bottom?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615351124, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5868550, "authorName": "brisboats", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brisboats/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You had me at P-51 fighter pilot.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1615381477, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5868568, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bikeshopphil- he never lived in Winnipeg. Too cold for him! He grew up in Illinois. Joined the AF. Traveled and settled with us in rural Missouri until moving to TX in later life. Good luck with your search!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615382228, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5868584, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Newday60- not sure what you\u2019re referring to. If you can reference a gallery picture number so I can look at it I\u2019ll do my best to answer.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615382636, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5868589, "authorName": "uri.tamir", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/uri.tamir/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why red? Why??? ;-)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615382697, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5868593, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@uri.tamir- have you ever heard the phrase- happy wife, happy life? My mom wanted red, so red it was. They stayed happily married almost 60 yrs. :)", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1615382851, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5868635, "authorName": "raybasil", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/raybasil/", "bidAmount": 9600, "content": "$9,600 bid placed by raybasil", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615383647, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5868673, "authorName": "uri.tamir", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/uri.tamir/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I admire your mother for even carrying. Yesterday night I told my daughter to ask her mother what car she drives. Other then it being a white Toyota my wife had no idea.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1615384337, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5868680, "authorName": "USA_CCC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/usa_ccc/", "bidAmount": 9750, "content": "$9,750 bid placed by USA_CCC", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615384427, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5869268, "authorName": "STEINEC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/steinec/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@kahallett1 in Photo #18, it appears that the drivers front wheel has a significant \"toe-out\" compared to the passenger front which appears straight ahead.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615392563, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5869425, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@steinec- I think that is distortion from the camera lens. Next photo- #19 - was taken immediately after and wheels are turned at an angle. As mentioned in a prior comment, the car tracks straight when driving.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615394525, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5869447, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@steinec- I continued scrolling- pic #29- shows from passenger side angle- shows that wheel turned at same angle.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615394795, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5869457, "authorName": "STEINEC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/steinec/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@kahallett1 - thank you for the clarification.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615394918, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5869487, "authorName": "randyjack", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/randyjack/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by randyjack", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615395242, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870039, "authorName": "Dmcullen1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dmcullen1/", "bidAmount": 10500, "content": "$10,500 bid placed by Dmcullen1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615401314, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870103, "authorName": "Dcnjxn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcnjxn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very undervalued at the current bidding. You simply can\u2019t find many cars of this vintage that are unmolested survivors that are in driving shape.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615401794, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870131, "authorName": "DeftLeft", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/deftleft/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Where is the money? This is a real gem.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1615402051, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870135, "authorName": "Murphyr2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/murphyr2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is 15-20k under right now. The dash panel paint looks original. That speaks to the care of the car over time.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1615402077, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870164, "authorName": "waaamfan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/waaamfan/", "bidAmount": 10750, "content": "$10,750 bid placed by waaamfan", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615402321, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870167, "authorName": "MagnetGuru", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/magnetguru/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Expect the bidders are waiting until 'crunch time'. Wow - beautiful car and owned by a P-51 pilot! Dream come true!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1615402342, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870174, "authorName": "Dmcullen1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dmcullen1/", "bidAmount": 11250, "content": "$11,250 bid placed by Dmcullen1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615402369, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870197, "authorName": "Dcnjxn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcnjxn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Over 18,000 views, over 940 watchers. BAT must be an entertainment platform vs a buying platform if this low dollar bidding is indicative... several comments of way undervalued...I guarantee you can\u2019t find a TF survivor with this history. P-51 fighter pilot bought it when it was one year old and same family all these years.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1615402496, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870209, "authorName": "caroldarden", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caroldarden/", "bidAmount": 12000, "content": "$12,000 bid placed by caroldarden", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615402556, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870222, "authorName": "Murphyr2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/murphyr2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I will add my comment. Very undervalued. 14-18k below now. The dash panel looks like original paint. =amazing care.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615402625, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870232, "authorName": "Tomrosewood", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tomrosewood/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "i have 5 credit cards with all zero balance. If I could use them. I would be bidding", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1615402667, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870252, "authorName": "Murphyr2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/murphyr2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Ask the seller. If he has a business you might be able to", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1615402712, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870267, "authorName": "Terrycsmth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/terrycsmth/", "bidAmount": 13000, "content": "$13,000 bid placed by Terrycsmth", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615402752, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870287, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Tomrosewood - not sure how that would work.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615402812, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870306, "authorName": "wkfullerton", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wkfullerton/", "bidAmount": 13250, "content": "$13,250 bid placed by wkfullerton", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615402879, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870308, "authorName": "caroldarden", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caroldarden/", "bidAmount": 14000, "content": "$14,000 bid placed by caroldarden", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615402888, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870319, "authorName": "PAUL_PALMER", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/paul_palmer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "DOES THE HOOD CLOSE PROPERLY ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615402956, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870325, "authorName": "Dmcullen1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dmcullen1/", "bidAmount": 14250, "content": "$14,250 bid placed by Dmcullen1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615402991, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870332, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Paul-Palmer - yes it does. I have a battery tender on it so the one side doesn't latch tightly unless I remember to tuck it in.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615403017, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870333, "authorName": "PAUL_PALMER", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/paul_palmer/", "bidAmount": 15101, "content": "$15,101 bid placed by PAUL_PALMER", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403032, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870337, "authorName": "caroldarden", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caroldarden/", "bidAmount": 15500, "content": "$15,500 bid placed by caroldarden", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403065, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870343, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It has been a part of my life my entire life - has been the source of family lore, memories and fun. I'm hoping it goes to a good home.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1615403096, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870346, "authorName": "Jerrydvaughan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jerrydvaughan/", "bidAmount": 16051, "content": "$16,051 bid placed by Jerrydvaughan", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403102, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870354, "authorName": "caroldarden", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caroldarden/", "bidAmount": 16500, "content": "$16,500 bid placed by caroldarden", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403135, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870362, "authorName": "Dcnjxn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcnjxn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "First time I saw this car was in a 1930s era single car garage. Opening the two part door and seeing it was like a time capsule...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1615403170, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870389, "authorName": "Jerrydvaughan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jerrydvaughan/", "bidAmount": 16751, "content": "$16,751 bid placed by Jerrydvaughan", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403306, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870395, "authorName": "Dmcullen1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dmcullen1/", "bidAmount": 17251, "content": "$17,251 bid placed by Dmcullen1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403334, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870396, "authorName": "Dcnjxn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcnjxn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The current owner rode behind the seats to get to school. It\u2019s fun to watch her drive it...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615403336, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870406, "authorName": "caroldarden", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caroldarden/", "bidAmount": 17750, "content": "$17,750 bid placed by caroldarden", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403373, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870413, "authorName": "Dcnjxn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcnjxn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Still way undervalued....", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1615403401, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870417, "authorName": "Stairiker1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stairiker1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I placed a bid of 13250 but it did not take the current bid I have 13000", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615403446, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870419, "authorName": "STEINEC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/steinec/", "bidAmount": 18000, "content": "$18,000 bid placed by STEINEC", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403456, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870421, "authorName": "Dmcullen1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dmcullen1/", "bidAmount": 18251, "content": "$18,251 bid placed by Dmcullen1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403463, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870430, "authorName": "caroldarden", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/caroldarden/", "bidAmount": 18750, "content": "$18,750 bid placed by caroldarden", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403493, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870437, "authorName": "Dcnjxn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcnjxn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You won\u2019t find another TF like this one...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615403536, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870446, "authorName": "STEINEC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/steinec/", "bidAmount": 19000, "content": "$19,000 bid placed by STEINEC", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403569, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870447, "authorName": "Jerrydvaughan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jerrydvaughan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I decided to bid with the last two digits 51 in honor", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1615403574, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870462, "authorName": "Heymikey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/heymikey/", "bidAmount": 19500, "content": "$19,500 bid placed by Heymikey", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403660, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870468, "authorName": "KenTillyUK", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kentillyuk/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "RNM coming up soon.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615403695, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870474, "authorName": "STEINEC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/steinec/", "bidAmount": 19750, "content": "$19,750 bid placed by STEINEC", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403730, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870479, "authorName": "Cslja", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cslja/", "bidAmount": 20000, "content": "$20,000 bid placed by Cslja", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403770, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870492, "authorName": "STEINEC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/steinec/", "bidAmount": 20250, "content": "$20,250 bid placed by STEINEC", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403851, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870494, "authorName": "Dcnjxn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcnjxn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Still undervalued...", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1615403861, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870504, "authorName": "Heymikey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/heymikey/", "bidAmount": 21000, "content": "$21,000 bid placed by Heymikey", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615403952, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870516, "authorName": "STEINEC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/steinec/", "bidAmount": 21250, "content": "$21,250 bid placed by STEINEC", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615404023, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870529, "authorName": "Heymikey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/heymikey/", "bidAmount": 22000, "content": "$22,000 bid placed by Heymikey", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615404112, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 5870541, "authorName": "Heymikey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/heymikey/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 3/10/21 for $22,000 to Heymikey", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615404232, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 5870546, "authorName": "Dcnjxn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcnjxn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well bought and undervalued...", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1615404254, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870551, "authorName": "euroscnut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/euroscnut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Heymikey - Drive it like you stole it, because you did!!!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1615404293, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870554, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you all very much for your interest, kind words, and bids.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1615404303, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870561, "authorName": "gillachattan", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gillachattan/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey Mikey ! Good bidding boy. You stepped up big time...I'd like to have that MG.\r\nGood driving...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615404338, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870566, "authorName": "JGug1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jgug1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That appears to be a good buy but not a \"steal,\" as some have asserted. I also like the green one with the Volvo engine. I wonder if the transplanted engine will devalue it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615404379, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870570, "authorName": "Refuse1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/refuse1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well bought Heymikey........What a great car !", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615404399, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870578, "authorName": "kahallett1 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kahallett1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey Mikey- I'm hoping that you have many happy years and good times being the custodian of this little red car!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1615404420, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870595, "authorName": "Heymikey", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/heymikey/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you to all!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615404481, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870613, "authorName": "Dmcullen1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dmcullen1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Best of luck , hope you enjoy for many years.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615404580, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870622, "authorName": "Murphyr2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/murphyr2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations to the buyer. At least it approached a reasonable price.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1615404614, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870627, "authorName": "Dcnjxn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcnjxn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey Mikey; you look like a good home for this car. It\u2019s got lots of history behind it as a survivor. The patina is fantastic..", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615404667, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870632, "authorName": "Murphyr2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/murphyr2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mikey if u are in so call drop a line", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615404681, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5870635, "authorName": "Murphyr2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/murphyr2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SoCal", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615404696, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 5874930, "authorName": "Arkus1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arkus1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cool, congrats Mikey...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1615440184, "type": "comment"}]