[{"id": 13204922, "authorName": "SteveTheodore", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stevetheodore/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "OOF! This is a big deal, and right in my backyard too. GLWTA", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1702583943, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13204936, "authorName": "CollectorCarsChicago", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/collectorcarschicago/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by CollectorCarsChicago", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702583996, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13204986, "authorName": "Outrun", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/outrun/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "holy shmoly", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1702584175, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13205121, "authorName": "MakersMark", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/makersmark/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One of my dream cars to own.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1702584631, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13205170, "authorName": "CarbonM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carbonm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking car. @seller - Did you add the intake and wheels? Care to give us a little back story on this car and why you are selling? Thanks in advance.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1702584787, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13205186, "authorName": "fabzfabz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fabzfabz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very sweet SC300\r\nWith the right fitment and stance, she would look amazing.\r\n\ud83c\uddef\ud83c\uddf5 \ud83e\udd19\ud83c\udffc", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1702584834, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13205481, "authorName": "Rlover", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rlover/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Staggered\u2026. Absolutely the coolest in my opinion on cars. \u201c Avid 18\u201d wheels are mounted with 235/40 front and 275/35 rear Yokohama tires\u201d.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1702585820, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13206030, "authorName": "npbat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/npbat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "center air vent not cracked - RARE!!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1702587517, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13206043, "authorName": "bschiff70 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bschiff70/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the interest. I bought this several months ago from the Orig. owner. \r\nShe drove the car for a year and a half to work and then it has been stored under cover in a temperature controlled garage all this time. \r\nHad all the fluids flushed and added the wheels and intake. Still have the stock equipment. \r\nShe runs amazing and still smells like leather inside. Have too many cars and need to sell.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1702587540, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13206046, "authorName": "npbat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/npbat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BaT the caption on the listing and listed miles vary slightly", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1702587551, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13206279, "authorName": "CarbonM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carbonm/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by CarbonM", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702588272, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13206334, "authorName": "Paschal", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/paschal/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "5 speed manual?", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1702588503, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13206925, "authorName": "astamm8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/astamm8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful car. That's got to be the Ivory leather interior though and not the Spruce.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1702590714, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13207534, "authorName": "CarbonM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carbonm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bschiff70 - can you post any walkaround or driving videos?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1702596074, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13208010, "authorName": "mikegould", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mikegould/", "bidAmount": 8100, "content": "$8,100 bid placed by mikegould", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702600837, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13208094, "authorName": "bschiff70 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bschiff70/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Will do a walk-a-round this weekend. Hopefully it\u2019s not pouring rain. Will also do a cold start on the car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1702601625, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13208622, "authorName": "CollectorCarsChicago", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/collectorcarschicago/", "bidAmount": 9000, "content": "$9,000 bid placed by CollectorCarsChicago", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702608841, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13208659, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good catch, @npbat . The listing has been corrected to note 17k miles.\r\n-BaT", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1702609672, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13209295, "authorName": "Wheelyneat", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wheelyneat/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lose the \u201ctuner\u201d bits, get rid of the gold package, and you\u2019re there. Very cool car.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1702641508, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13210103, "authorName": "bschiff70 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bschiff70/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The gold package was a factory item. And all the stock parts are included with the vehicle. \r\nThanks.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1702653494, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13210182, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Has to be one of the lowest mileage 5-speed SC300s in existence,\n\nSadly, the gold trim was a dealer add-on (high margin), but it looks best on a gold car.\n\nDefinitely better to put this beautiful SC300 back to stock.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1702654271, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13210465, "authorName": "SupraFreak", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/suprafreak/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a 1993 SC 5-speed that I have owned since new. Every time I make mine better and more fun to drive I think, the commentors on BaT are not going to like that. lol\n\nBut I think the SC has gotten somewhat boring and out of date without some tasteful mods. As @Bschiff70 says you can put it back to original if you want, since the original parts are included.\n\nI like the updates and mods, although I hate the gold package. Those badges are super easy to remove so you could source the correct chrome ones and fix that too if you want.\n\nBut don't overlook the fact that this is a very nice car in almost every way. I thought that mine with 52k miles was low mileage for a 30 year old car until I saw this one.\n\nThis deserves to do well and good luck to all.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1702656588, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13210633, "authorName": "bschiff70 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bschiff70/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks Suprafreak. \r\nWas a very lucky find and I\u2019m fortunate to have found it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1702658073, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13210766, "authorName": "wackenhut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wackenhut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I find it interesting, almost seems counterintuitive for someone to want a Lexus with a manual lol. What is involved in removing in the intake?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1702658912, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13210883, "authorName": "JBrookie13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jbrookie13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Unicorn.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1702659815, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13210975, "authorName": "bschiff70 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bschiff70/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The intake took less than an hour to swap. It\u2019s just bolt on parts. Very easy.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1702660597, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13211008, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@wackenhut\r\n\r\nA Lexus with automatic is nice but quite mundane and ordinary when compared to a 5-speed SC300.\r\n\r\nA 5-speed SC300 is sheer driving pleasure.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1702660829, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13212336, "authorName": "SupraFreak", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/suprafreak/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I 100% agree with @Mercuryman\n\nThere were no 5-speeds available to drive before I put down a deposit, but I could tell it would really shine with a manual. If it had not been available with the manual I would have bought another Supra. Which is not the worst thing I can imagine.\n\nThe difference between the two cars is amazing, with the 5-speed being sheer driving pleasure, as @Mercuryman said.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1702667171, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13215058, "authorName": "BCJ8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bcj8/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bschiff70 Did you get a PDR guy to look at the 2 pinpoint dents in the driver's door (pic #24)? Curious as to how fixable they are.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702677698, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13215123, "authorName": "wackenhut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wackenhut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Interesting you mention. I was always kind of interested as to how a Lexus manual transmission would feel. I had the opportunity to test drive a brand new IS250 years ago since one came to the dealership. I was just taken aback at how clunky it shifted and it did not seem to suit the car well. This is the reason I ask. I know Lexus is an upgraded Toyota, but it felt like the car was never designed for it. Also, is there a reason the SC400 never came in a 5-Speed? Seems like a nice car for the right person.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702678170, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13215398, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Have never driven an IS250, but I have owned four different 5-speed SC300s.\r\n\r\nThey all drove and shifted as smoothly as silk.\r\n\r\nMy first 5-speed SC300 was a brand new '92 that was equipped exactly like this one, except mine did not have the CD changer. \r\n\r\nTwo totally different vehicles, but my first SC300 and my 2006 Silverado were by far the best vehicles that I have owned in my 87+ years.\r\n\r\nAlways been sorry that I sold my first SC300 and even sorrier (actually, totally pissed is a better description) that my 2006 Silverado was stolen in broad daylight at Costco Bunker Hill here in Houston TX earlier this year and was never recovered.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1702680575, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13215436, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bcj8\n\nGood eye. I had not noticed the two small dents (pic #24).\n\nI feel pretty certain that the PDR person that I use could take care of those.\n\nOn another note, I really like that this SC300 doesn't have a rear spoiler. I don't think you could get a 1992 SC300 from the factory with a rear spoiler, so, if you see a 1992 SC300 with a spoiler, it almost certainly was added at the dealership or later.\n\nAnother thing I like about the 1992 models is no passenger side airbag so the dash is smooth.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1702681141, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13215476, "authorName": "bschiff70 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bschiff70/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bcj8\r\nTo be honest, haven\u2019t had any PDR peeps look at it. There is no wrinkle in the paint so, based on past experience with PDR, I\u2019m assuming they would come out.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702681403, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13215503, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@wackenhut\r\n\r\nOnly one factory 5-speed SC400 was ever built and that one was made for Jim Press, the President of Toyota North America at the time.\r\n\r\nhttps://www.hagerty.com/media/car-profiles/lexus-sc/", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1702681628, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13215811, "authorName": "SupraFreak", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/suprafreak/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This engine and the 5-speed transmission were also used in the aspro Supra, so it is not clunky in any way. Its shifts are smooth and firm, with well defined gates. The clutch is perfection and strong, as you would expect in a base model MKIV drivetrain. Winding this lovely inline six through the gears is a joy just on its own. \n\nThat is why I don't understand why these generally don't fetch better prices, because they are fine GT cars and seriously undervalued.\n\nThis auction is off to a good start and this rare gem deserves a record price.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1702685222, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13216482, "authorName": "wackenhut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wackenhut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think they do not fetch better prices cause they are not Supra's lol and the target buyer is much different.\r\n\r\nAs far as the color, seems like a tough one...maybe it grows on you? Could it just be cause of the overcast weather in Washington? Anyone seen this color in person?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702694993, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13217642, "authorName": "wackenhut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wackenhut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Anyone know how much it would be to put a wrap on this car?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702736268, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13217920, "authorName": "SupraFreak", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/suprafreak/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A wrap depends on the quality of the shop doing the work and the specific application. \r\n\r\nFor a car they usually range between $2,500 and $5,000.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702738969, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13219872, "authorName": "Danebach", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/danebach/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The no rear spoiler is a real plus. Very clean look.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1702751739, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13220023, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To answer a previous question, I have seen this color up close and in person.\n\nIn fact, I remember sitting in a new gold 1992 SC300 that was on the dealer showroom floor.\n\nI regard it as one of the better colors for a 1992 SC300.\n\nI would certainly be happy to own a 5-speed SC300 in this color.\n\nAnd, for sure, I would not even think about wrapping this car.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1702752282, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13225393, "authorName": "wackenhut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wackenhut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mercuryman, is there a particular reason why you sold yours last year? Seems like you are pretty knowledgeable and a huge proponent of the car?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702822379, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13226222, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@wackenhut\r\n\r\nWith perfect 20/20 hindsight, I am somewhat sorry that I sold mine last year.\r\n\r\nIt was a nice example:\r\nhttps://bringatrailer.com/listing/1992-lexus-sc300-14/\r\n\r\nYou are correct that I am a big fan of these cars.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702830446, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13227863, "authorName": "bschiff70 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bschiff70/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Early morning walk around and cold start", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702838863, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13232209, "authorName": "Holycow...", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/holycow...-user/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Would it be possible to see this car in person as I'm just up in Silver Firs ?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1702868324, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13232311, "authorName": "bschiff70 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bschiff70/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@holycow I don\u2019t know where you live. I\u2019m in Sammamish. But the car has to be purchased through here.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1702870298, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13235423, "authorName": "Dewey789", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dewey789/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "No BAT shipping on this listing why?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1702926228, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13236725, "authorName": "bschiff70 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bschiff70/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@dewey789 not sure. But it can be shipped or picked up. \r\nThanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1702930845, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13245694, "authorName": "nsx3040", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nsx3040/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by nsx3040", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703021925, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13247635, "authorName": "badboy4fun_wa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/badboy4fun_wa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I believe from previous Auctions if there are extras like wheels tires ... ... Bat leaves them of off there Auto quote. Some shippers may charge a bit extra or may not be able to handle based on type of carrier.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1703045302, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13249442, "authorName": "CarbonM", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carbonm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@badboy4fun_wa - all of that, if packaged/wrapped carefully would fit inside the car and \"should\" not impact the shipping quote. It's quite common to ship vehicles and store extra parts inside the vehicle. If a carrier is going to charge extra for having stuff in the trunk or back seat, then it would be logical to check with other carriers.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1703090695, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13255236, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 10250, "content": "$10,250 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703126863, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13255307, "authorName": "Coolbreezecarjunkie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coolbreezecarjunkie/", "bidAmount": 14300, "content": "$14,300 bid placed by Coolbreezecarjunkie", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703128129, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13255390, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 14550, "content": "$14,550 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703129728, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13255662, "authorName": "badboy4fun_wa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/badboy4fun_wa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@carbonm \u2014. Take a look at other auctions with spare wheels/tires, bet you see same thing no shipping from bat. Perhaps they fit in car but I don\u2019t think seller said he would take care of and I know the shipper isn\u2019t doing it, with any quality for free. GLWA \r\n\r\nIt is easy to get quotes it won\u2019t be an auto quote from bat.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703138412, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13256304, "authorName": "MLE", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mle/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Does anyone know how difficult and costly it is to replace the missing in-dash cup holder?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703168120, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13256442, "authorName": "wackenhut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wackenhut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "No morning coffee!! I did not even notice it was broken. Does not look easy, but I would like to know as well.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703169753, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13256642, "authorName": "Cab", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cab/", "bidAmount": 16000, "content": "$16,000 bid placed by Cab", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703171791, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13256687, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 16250, "content": "$16,250 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703172222, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13256769, "authorName": "Cab", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cab/", "bidAmount": 17000, "content": "$17,000 bid placed by Cab", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703172920, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13256783, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 17250, "content": "$17,250 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703173037, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13256979, "authorName": "Cab", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cab/", "bidAmount": 18000, "content": "$18,000 bid placed by Cab", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703174826, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13257030, "authorName": "The_Dude_Abides", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/the_dude_abides/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Without a doubt one of the better examples I think you'll find. Needless to say, the color is an acquired taste but the mileage and 5 speed sure do make up for it. \r\n\r\nI'd throw some A80 Supra Turbo wheels on this, put the factory intake back on, maybe dial in the suspension and have a really cool driver. Shame they don't make big manual trans coupes like this any more. Great drivers with wonderful road presence.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1703175458, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13257244, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The cup holder isn\u2019t \u201cmissing\u201d.\r\n\r\nThe 1992 and 1993 models came from the factory without the in dash cup holder.\r\n\r\nThe in dash cup holder from the factory began with, I think, the 1994 models.\r\n\r\nSo this car is very correct without the in dash cup holder.\r\n\r\nA cup holder can be added but it requires removing the console bezel.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1703177751, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13259882, "authorName": "rcfritos", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rcfritos/", "bidAmount": 18500, "content": "$18,500 bid placed by rcfritos", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703190803, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13259890, "authorName": "D-AGO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/d-ago/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi. If I understand correctly, you put the tires and wheels on the car and you put the air intake on the car. Correct? Is there any reason that you decided not to keep the car after doing that work? Thanks.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1703190828, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13260259, "authorName": "nsx3040", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nsx3040/", "bidAmount": 18750, "content": "$18,750 bid placed by nsx3040", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192095, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260286, "authorName": "rcfritos", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rcfritos/", "bidAmount": 19000, "content": "$19,000 bid placed by rcfritos", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192222, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260308, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 19250, "content": "$19,250 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192301, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260330, "authorName": "rcfritos", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rcfritos/", "bidAmount": 19500, "content": "$19,500 bid placed by rcfritos", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192368, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260345, "authorName": "nsx3040", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nsx3040/", "bidAmount": 19750, "content": "$19,750 bid placed by nsx3040", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192434, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260365, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 20000, "content": "$20,000 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192517, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260389, "authorName": "nsx3040", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nsx3040/", "bidAmount": 20250, "content": "$20,250 bid placed by nsx3040", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192611, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260399, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Needs much higher bids or almost certainly will be RNM.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192647, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13260412, "authorName": "D-AGO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/d-ago/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It is a tough part of the country to ship from.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192689, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13260415, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 20500, "content": "$20,500 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192702, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260430, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The dealer knows this is a valuable car.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1703192771, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13260434, "authorName": "nsx3040", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nsx3040/", "bidAmount": 20750, "content": "$20,750 bid placed by nsx3040", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192783, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260459, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 21000, "content": "$21,000 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192881, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260481, "authorName": "nsx3040", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nsx3040/", "bidAmount": 21277, "content": "$21,277 bid placed by nsx3040", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192958, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260488, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Easy to recognize the value when\u2019s dealer is high bidder.\r\n\r\nThis should be a $25k+ car all day long.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703192968, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13260492, "authorName": "Coolbreezecarjunkie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coolbreezecarjunkie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is painful", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1703192984, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13260512, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 21527, "content": "$21,527 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703193058, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260542, "authorName": "nsx3040", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nsx3040/", "bidAmount": 21777, "content": "$21,777 bid placed by nsx3040", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703193163, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260548, "authorName": "Coolbreezecarjunkie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coolbreezecarjunkie/", "bidAmount": 25000, "content": "$25,000 bid placed by Coolbreezecarjunkie", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703193186, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260556, "authorName": "Coolbreezecarjunkie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coolbreezecarjunkie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Like seeing the hot girl at the bar & everyone is too afraid to make a move....", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1703193207, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13260565, "authorName": "JeffreyAgman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jeffreyagman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Mamma said knock you out, @Coolbreezecarjunkie said knock you out \ud83e\udd4a", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1703193249, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13260569, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@coolbreezecarjunkie\r\n\r\nYou hit the nail on the head.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1703193268, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13260577, "authorName": "hemant", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hemant/", "bidAmount": 25250, "content": "$25,250 bid placed by hemant", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703193292, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13260609, "authorName": "hemant", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hemant/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 12/21/23 for $25,250 to hemant", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703193412, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 13260616, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@hemant\r\n\r\nGreat Buy!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1703193436, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13260659, "authorName": "Coolbreezecarjunkie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/coolbreezecarjunkie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That's a gem. Well done @Hemant", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1703193601, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13260801, "authorName": "SupraFreak", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/suprafreak/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great buy on a superb car. \r\n\r\nI know this is a lot of money for an SC, but we are talking a luxury performance coupe for the price of an economy hatch. Plus the MKIV bones don't hurt it a bit.\r\n\r\nCongrats @hemant - you bought a great car. Enjoy!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1703194088, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13260851, "authorName": "hemant", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hemant/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My first car was a 1992 sc300 manual with 250k miles back in 2006. I drove the hell out of that car and super excited to finally have one back in my life!", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1703194276, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13260947, "authorName": "wackenhut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wackenhut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If it was a different color, I would have been all over it..nonetheless, great car and enjoy!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1703194563, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13261934, "authorName": "bschiff70 (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bschiff70/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks everyone. Was a pleasure.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1703200402, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13264155, "authorName": "KawTriple2t", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kawtriple2t/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice seeing these appreciate. This one was a unicorn. Man trans and not butchered. These will probably appreciate significantly with the emerging mellinneal investors. And are currently financially accessible. Basically, what a \u201870 Z28 was in 1989. Older folks like me turned off by the Tupperware body styling that became so banal.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1703259145, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13267560, "authorName": "Mercuryman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mercuryman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@kawtriple2t\r\n\r\nIn my opinion, this car went for way too little.\r\n\r\nTwo years ago, this 5-speed 53k mile SC300 sold for $27,800.\r\n https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1992-lexus-sc300-13/\r\n\r\nAnyway, I am frankly surprised that the 5-speed SC300s don't seem to be appreciating anywhere near what I would have expected.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1703277020, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13445546, "authorName": "thegreatpumpkin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thegreatpumpkin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Mercuryman this has appreciated though. It's an obscure model that's arguably heavier than the attention grabbing brother. Had the SC400 come in manual, you may have seen a much larger following.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1705528184, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13446390, "authorName": "SupraFreak", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/suprafreak/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@thegreatpumpkin A manual SC400 would have been awesome, I agree.\n\nBut I have one of these and the charm is not in its straight line performance, but in the joy they give when driven properly on a challenging road. It is a larger, more luxurious Miata where the he joy is in wringing it out and making it sing. \n\nWhen they first hit the road reviews heaped praise on them and they were impossible to find. But then the MKIV came along and this car and the aspro Supra have been overshadowed and forgotten.\n\nStill a major bargain on a Toyota product the classic European GT coupe, theme. It will cost little to buy or maintain and run forever.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1705536721, "type": "comment"}]