[{"id": 15502221, "authorName": "leesdiamonds", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/leesdiamonds/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very cool - I\u2019ve always liked the finned version of the Alpine having added the V-6 is sure to add up to a very fun driver. The 4 cylinder is a gutless wonder (owned one).", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725734422, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15502407, "authorName": "44-40A", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/44-40a/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is it a 2 barrel or 4 barrel?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725735073, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15502912, "authorName": "pcchuck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pcchuck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Nomadeng Beautiful build... lots of attention to detail... but no mention that the engine and drivetrain front to back being completely worked prior to install.... as well as the front suspension.. (looks like it was)... Also, can the spark plugs be changed with normal tools?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1725736799, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15503767, "authorName": "Minkymink56", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minkymink56/", "bidAmount": 4500, "content": "$4,500 bid placed by Minkymink56", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725740153, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15503851, "authorName": "Lucky19", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lucky19/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Nomadeng. Kudos to you. Very nicely done. You should be very proud. GLWTA\r\nWill there be a driving vid coming?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1725740511, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15504453, "authorName": "Robert_Brown", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robert_brown/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That 1974 Cologne V6 made 105hp and 140 lb-ft in stock form -- giving roughly the same power as a contemporary TR6. With an aftermarket intake, better exhaust, and no choking emissions equipment, and the detail in this build this one should do considerably better.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1725743784, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15504873, "authorName": "dkboydtx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dkboydtx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I had a Series III in high school (decades ago!) that my dad and I put a Chevy Luv engine and transmission into. How're you gonna put a modern stereo in that's any other brand than Alpine? ;)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1725747910, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15504915, "authorName": "brakeservo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brakeservo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a Cobra replica powered by a Ford Cologne 2.8 V6. With a cam, headers, ported heads, an Offenhouser intake and Holley 390 I manage to keep up with all the bazillion h.p. cars in the local Cobra club! Great motor with an exotic exhaust wail!!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1725748439, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15505030, "authorName": "HenryA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/henrya/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can you share a photo of the car with the hard top installed?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1725749939, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15505449, "authorName": "totoole", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/totoole/", "bidAmount": 4900, "content": "$4,900 bid placed by totoole", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725754671, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15505550, "authorName": "ArchitecTTRS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/architecttrs/", "bidAmount": 6100, "content": "$6,100 bid placed by ArchitecTTRS", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725756003, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15505561, "authorName": "ArchitecTTRS", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/architecttrs/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As old as I am but with the physical rebuild I wake up every day thinking I\u2019ll start.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1725756150, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15505582, "authorName": "johntennyson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johntennyson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Which bell housing did you use? Thanks!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725756402, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15505918, "authorName": "Nomadeng (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nomadeng/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The bellhpusing is from a Mustang II. There is a hydraulic clutch master cylinder and a slave cylinder. The T-5 transmission was inspected and found to be in good condition. The factory driveshaft was modified to accept the T-5 transmission.\r\nThe front suspension was in good shape so I just upgraded the shock absorbers. The rear suspension was modified to eliminate the factory hydraulic lever type shocks and replaced with conventional shocks.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1725760884, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15505941, "authorName": "Nomadeng (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nomadeng/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The \"Cologne\" V-6 is a 60 degree design vs the conventional 90 degree configuration. For this reason the engine is very narrow and the spark plugs are easily accessed. \r\nI have never installed the hardtop since the restoration and it has not been restored. It came installed on the car when I purchased it many years ago.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1725761274, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15506041, "authorName": "Nomadeng (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nomadeng/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "More specifications: The remanufactured engine was purchased from S&J Engines. I added the Offenhauser intake and a 390 CFM 4-barrel Holley carb and a Mallory distributor and Petronics electronic ignition. The mileage shown in the photos, less than 400, is the actual mileage on that engine. It has an electric fuel pump and a Hitachi 35 amp alternator. A new wire harness kit replaced all the original wiring and fuse box. A high torque mini starter was also installed.\r\nAll the brake lines and hoses were replaced and new front disc pads.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1725763254, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15506429, "authorName": "ssterry", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ssterry/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My buddy had one of these in high school. They always made me think that they look like mini versions of Chrysler\u2019s forward look cars. Too bad that that cool body style wrote checks that the drivetrain couldn\u2019t cash.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1725774376, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15512224, "authorName": "bmc500", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmc500/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "$7,000 bid placed by bmc500", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725837944, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15512607, "authorName": "jmorefi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jmorefi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good inspiration for my current project. I have a 62 and am stuffing a Ford 4.0 in it! It is the same 60 degree block. Would you mind telling me what the radiator is out of or is it a custom.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1725845148, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15520232, "authorName": "HenryA", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/henrya/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Could the hard top be installed before the car was loaded on a transport? I'd be worried about the interior getting damaged during the pick up and delivery process.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725929768, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15521515, "authorName": "mcorrallo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcorrallo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Why wasn't the top of the dash stripped and repainted like the rest of the dash? I'm referring to photo 83. Sort of sticks out like a sore thumb on an otherwise pristine presentation.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725969117, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15521554, "authorName": "mcorrallo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcorrallo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Do you have the soft top contrails that fit around the windows and are necessary to put the convertible top up? \n\nSee photo 60: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1962-sunbeam-alpine-12/", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1725969858, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15527842, "authorName": "Nomadeng (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nomadeng/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I added a couple of videos coming and going", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1725999576, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15527891, "authorName": "Nomadeng (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nomadeng/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I do not have the contrails. The hardtop can be installed for shipping.\r\nNote that bidders must use the CONTACT SELLER button if they want to contact me directly. Thanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1725999764, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15537693, "authorName": "Babadawv", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/babadawv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@brakeservo wrote: \r\n\r\n\"have a Cobra replica powered by a Ford Cologne 2.8 V6. With a cam, headers, ported heads, an Offenhouser intake and Holley 390 I manage to keep up with all the bazillion h.p. cars in the local Cobra club\u201d\r\n\r\nCan you pass along build information and where you sourced parts? I have two 2.8s and a 2.9 that want building.\r\n\r\nThank you,\r\nDavid", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726082384, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15537885, "authorName": "Babadawv", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/babadawv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Do you have the original gauges that came with the car?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726083075, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15538415, "authorName": "Babadawv", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/babadawv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@HenryA asked:\r\n\r\n\"Could the hard top be installed before the car was loaded on a transport? I\u2019d be worried about the interior getting damaged during the pick up and delivery process.\u201d\r\n\r\nHenry, your worry about damage to the interior is understandable, however\u2026\r\n\r\nif you are Not familiar with the way the factory hardtops fit Sunbeam\u2019s sports car unibody ( both Alpine and Tiger ) you may want to re-think your question. \r\n\r\nThe hard tops were effectively designed as an afterthought; their fit is Not precise and due to vibration and body flex, despite being trimmed in soft rubber, mounting these tops *Inevitably* leads to scratches in the paint at the points where they rest on the body. \r\n\r\nSunbeam owners have been trying to find a work-around for this but, everyone has thus far failed. I\u2019ve belonged to TEAE, the Sunbeam Club, and been an avid owner for more than 20 years. Everyone I know has the same complaint.\r\n\r\nThe finish on this car looks very nice indeed. I, for one, both as a Perfectionist and an owner of a hardtop that has been mounted, dismounted ( and has Remained in storage since ) would caution you about your options.\r\n\r\nWhile I know this poses a conundrum, I would rather you Know about the pitfalls before you make a choice you could well regret.\r\n\r\nRegards,\r\nDavid", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1726084696, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15538560, "authorName": "Babadawv", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/babadawv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@HenryA \r\n\r\nMy editing window closed before I could add:\r\n\r\nAs an alternate solution, you might consider finding a tonneau cover to protect the interior during transport of the car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726085141, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15543283, "authorName": "brakeservo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brakeservo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Babadawv - I got nearly all the parts for my engine from Norm Murdock with Team Blitz in Ohio. Are we allowed to post links? www.teamblitz.com", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726110076, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15550441, "authorName": "Adcoximports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adcoximports/", "bidAmount": 7100, "content": "$7,100 bid placed by Adcoximports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726170410, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15552931, "authorName": "Tomatocar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tomatocar/", "bidAmount": 7200, "content": "$7,200 bid placed by Tomatocar", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726182389, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15554285, "authorName": "Nomadeng (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nomadeng/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I added 7 photos. The first five are of the tonneau cover that I forgot I had. Note that some of the attachment point studs were removed during bodywork. It attaches to the front but not the back. It is missing 5 of the tonneau studs, also called Lift The DOT Posts ( I believe). They sell threaded ones and screw type studs for about 2.50 each. I never replaced them. \r\n\r\nThe other two photo are of the leather flap divider that mounts in the trunk. It has a tool pouch in the front side where I placed the knockoff removal tool, lug wrench and rubber hammer. The jack is stored elsewhere. \r\n\r\nI also have a used convertible top frame with a old top attached that will be included with the sale if wanted.\r\n\r\nAs far as used gauges, I sold the old dashboard with gauges years ago.\r\nThanks", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726196390, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15556807, "authorName": "Babadawv", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/babadawv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Seller\r\n\r\nIs the blue on the car related to any of the colors in the Sunbeam color folio?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726245418, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15556832, "authorName": "Babadawv", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/babadawv/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@brakeservo\r\n\r\nThanks very much for the link and mention of Norm Murdock. \r\n\r\nMost appreciated!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726245574, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15558695, "authorName": "Nomadeng (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nomadeng/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The color is from 1958 Austin Healy. Of course it is a bit shinier since it is base cost and clear coat. It is also color sanded with 1500 and 2000 grit and then polished with all three levels of 3M polish.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1726251936, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15561034, "authorName": "dcdunn007", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcdunn007/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by dcdunn007", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726258542, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15562543, "authorName": "Luke-lubetkin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/luke-lubetkin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a wonderful example of an Alpine. This v6 conversion is amazing! Bid big people!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726265430, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15562574, "authorName": "dkboydtx", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dkboydtx/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If my memory of the color serves, it's not too far off in hue from the light blue of my Series III, but there was no sparkle in the original one. I'd choose the lovely color of this one over the \"original\" blue every day and twice on Sundays.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726265708, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15562642, "authorName": "Martyzztop", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/martyzztop/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The amount of work was amazing... beautiful car. I had a yellow one that my dad bought in 1978 for $800.00. Good luck and I will keep an eye on the bidding", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726266146, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15562948, "authorName": "LuapR", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/luapr/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful Sunbeam, If you would, please walk me thru 22, 111 ,113.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726268781, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15563759, "authorName": "DinoJohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dinojohn/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by DinoJohn", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726276727, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15564186, "authorName": "Sunbeamdon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sunbeamdon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Nomadeng - just for a little backstory, my first Sunbeam was '61 (bought in '62) with 12,002 miles. Why 12,002 - quick answer - the owner had an engine failure at 12,000 mi. Now think, think real hard - what do you remember - OH! Warranties were only 12,000 mi! Johnston Motors (YRV) took the car in at about $600.00. They beat on Rootes Canada and got a new short block to install (no consumer protection in those days), I bought the car with an agreed sponsorship from Johnston Motors for Canadian Rallies. Wow, 250 miles into my first (high intensity) rally the motor, she started knockin'! Finished, first of course; limped back to YRV - new motor on Rootes - drove that car hard - traded it in on a new 1963 Alpine as I was immigrating to the US of A and stopped all my foolishness to become a practicing CPA. I ain't made perfect yet, so I'm still practicing! In 1964 I visited Bill Johnston at his dealership and took him for a test drive in the dealership's first Tiger. I had it airborne in the first five blocks of the dealer. Bill was hangin' on - I was grinning and sold on Tigers! I had to wait for $$$, but in 1968 my '63 Alpine got me to my first Tiger - a '67 MkII with approx 12,000 mi. Long story - quick end - I still own the MkII\n\nNow your car is the real answer to Alpines - GLWTA.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726283695, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15564479, "authorName": "Suitjas0n", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/suitjas0n/", "bidAmount": 9000, "content": "$9,000 bid placed by Suitjas0n", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726291312, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15564568, "authorName": "ndpace", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ndpace/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a 61 project car thats been sitting for 20 years that I would love the v6 in", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726295384, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15565632, "authorName": "malloryross", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/malloryross/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "$9,000 bid might cover the paint and bodywork.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726325812, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15566033, "authorName": "johncherie1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johncherie1/", "bidAmount": 9250, "content": "$9,250 bid placed by johncherie1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726329107, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15566222, "authorName": "Adcoximports", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/adcoximports/", "bidAmount": 9750, "content": "$9,750 bid placed by Adcoximports", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726330605, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15566395, "authorName": "w2p", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/w2p/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by w2p", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726332005, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15566690, "authorName": "mcorrallo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcorrallo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I sold one of these on BAT with a V6 in it not too long ago and it got virtually no respect. Hard to understand.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726333811, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15567327, "authorName": "dcdunn007", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcdunn007/", "bidAmount": 10300, "content": "$10,300 bid placed by dcdunn007", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726335911, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15567367, "authorName": "MalcolmMcNeil", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/malcolmmcneil/", "bidAmount": 11000, "content": "$11,000 bid placed by MalcolmMcNeil", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726336003, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15567407, "authorName": "Sunbeamdon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sunbeamdon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mcorrallo - I wonder what impact the C4 automatic had on final price in your auction?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726336121, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15567508, "authorName": "c9c", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/c9c/", "bidAmount": 11261, "content": "$11,261 bid placed by c9c", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726336443, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15567534, "authorName": "dcdunn007", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcdunn007/", "bidAmount": 11600, "content": "$11,600 bid placed by dcdunn007", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726336511, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15567713, "authorName": "lukenallen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lukenallen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller looks great! How does she drive at speed on the highway? Tracks straight? Any known issues that would prevent a roadtrip? What would it cost roughly to get a working soft top installed? Thanks!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726337096, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15567868, "authorName": "MalcolmMcNeil", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/malcolmmcneil/", "bidAmount": 11900, "content": "$11,900 bid placed by MalcolmMcNeil", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726337607, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15567897, "authorName": "foundit", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/foundit/", "bidAmount": 12500, "content": "$12,500 bid placed by foundit", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726337720, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15567926, "authorName": "stoph2121", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stoph2121/", "bidAmount": 13500, "content": "$13,500 bid placed by stoph2121", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726337784, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15567953, "authorName": "Series6", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/series6/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I own two V6 Alpine. Great driving cars. This car is worth 18,000+ all day long.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726337872, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15567955, "authorName": "dcdunn007", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcdunn007/", "bidAmount": 13750, "content": "$13,750 bid placed by dcdunn007", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726337884, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15567959, "authorName": "stoph2121", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stoph2121/", "bidAmount": 14000, "content": "$14,000 bid placed by stoph2121", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726337893, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15567988, "authorName": "Sunbeamdon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sunbeamdon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Series6 - Which motors do they have? I'm curious how the 4.0l motor does.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726337976, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15568015, "authorName": "jackatkapp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jackatkapp/", "bidAmount": 14250, "content": "$14,250 bid placed by jackatkapp", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726338039, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15568020, "authorName": "stoph2121", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stoph2121/", "bidAmount": 14500, "content": "$14,500 bid placed by stoph2121", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726338058, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15568032, "authorName": "Sunbeamdon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sunbeamdon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Interesting that these cars accelerate faster than the bidding!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726338107, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15568071, "authorName": "Dr.Mancini", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dr.mancini/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "$15,000 bid placed by Dr.Mancini", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726338245, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15568076, "authorName": "stoph2121", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stoph2121/", "bidAmount": 15250, "content": "$15,250 bid placed by stoph2121", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726338259, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15568107, "authorName": "Sunbeamdon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sunbeamdon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dr.Mancini - any second thoughts on your most recent two wins?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726338348, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15568108, "authorName": "Dr.Mancini", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dr.mancini/", "bidAmount": 15500, "content": "$15,500 bid placed by Dr.Mancini", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726338356, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15568115, "authorName": "stoph2121", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stoph2121/", "bidAmount": 15750, "content": "$15,750 bid placed by stoph2121", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726338373, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15568157, "authorName": "lukenallen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lukenallen/", "bidAmount": 16000, "content": "$16,000 bid placed by lukenallen", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726338487, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15568163, "authorName": "stoph2121", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stoph2121/", "bidAmount": 16250, "content": "$16,250 bid placed by stoph2121", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726338506, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15568176, "authorName": "dcdunn007", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dcdunn007/", "bidAmount": 16500, "content": "$16,500 bid placed by dcdunn007", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726338534, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15568200, "authorName": "lukenallen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lukenallen/", "bidAmount": 16750, "content": "$16,750 bid placed by lukenallen", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726338585, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 15568201, "authorName": "Dr.Mancini", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dr.mancini/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Sunbeamdon ... all about passion", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726338588, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15568251, "authorName": "lukenallen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lukenallen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 9/14/24 for $16,750 to lukenallen", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726338705, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 15568269, "authorName": "Dr.Mancini", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dr.mancini/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats to this beauty !", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726338754, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15568273, "authorName": "Sunbeamdon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sunbeamdon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lukenallen - well done - keep us posted on your driving experience with this \"baby cobra\"", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1726338758, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15568287, "authorName": "lukenallen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lukenallen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oh boy! This is going to be fun. My dad wore my ears off talking about Sunbeams but he only managed Spitfires and MGBs. I plan on surprising him! Thanks", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1726338796, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15568316, "authorName": "Sunbeamdon", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sunbeamdon/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lukenallen - that's so cool! How young is your dad that he knows Alpines?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726338883, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15568390, "authorName": "syblock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/syblock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great buy!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726339069, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15568482, "authorName": "lukenallen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lukenallen/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Only 81 years young! Still going strong!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1726339351, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15568897, "authorName": "Backintheusa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/backintheusa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations @lukeallen! That looks like a terrific V6 Alpine! I hope you and/your father will come visit us at the Sunbeam Alpine Owners Club of America. http://forum.sunbeamalpine.org/index.php. All Sunbeam owners and fans are welcome in our club and we have a section of the forum devoted to modified Alpines (https://forum.sunbeamalpine.org/index.php?forums/modified-alpine.31/). The members of the club will be standing by with answers to any of the many questions that will inevitably come up in the weeks ahead and will do all we can to help you and your dad get the maximum enjoyment out of your new car.\r\n\r\nWe hope to see you there soon. Enjoy your new Alpine!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1726342296, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15570573, "authorName": "Spirit72", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spirit72/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very clean example. Can see that a lot of hours and $$$$$ went into it. Well bought.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726348436, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15570834, "authorName": "11B40", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/11b40/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That is a nice package, I had a 2.8 Cologne V6 in my 280i TVR and all that car needed was a 5 speed. This one has it! And be easier to live with than my 67 Tiger with the 289.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726349420, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15572107, "authorName": "Series6", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/series6/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Both of mine are 2.8\u2019s. One is a mild and the other is plain nuts. I know some SAOCA members have figured a way around the exhaust issues but I don\u2019t know how. Join SAOCA.org. Free membership and lots of good information. The 2.9\u2019s and 4.0\u2019s cause installation problems.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726361974, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 15578089, "authorName": "PorschePhi1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/porschephi1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Looks like a great car and an amazing deal! Can only wonder how much the build $&$. Was!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1726457481, "type": "comment"}]