Bring a Trailer is officially friggin’ nutz

Martinjlm · 03-26-2022, 02:00 PM

Has anybody else been watching auctions on Bring a Trailer lately? The winning bids are absolutely insane. Here’s a few examples:

1970 Mustang Boss 429: $329,500
2020 Shelby GT350R Heritage Edition: $171,350
1994 Toyota Supra Turbo: $135,000
2020 Shelby GT350R Heritage Edition: $167,000
2020 Shelby GT350R Heritage Edition: $166,000
1963 Corvette Split window: $227,000
1997 Toyota Supra Turbo: $135,000
1971 DeTomaso Pantera: $109,000

There are more. I recall a Toyota MR2 going for $62,000. I bought mine for $9,000. Nowhere near the pristine condition of the one that sold for $62k, but dayum.

0stones0 · 03-26-2022, 02:34 PM

One would think the price on these gems actually would drop, considering the cost of living index and gas prices. But, when someone just has to have something, they will pay.

Tajefe Couple · 03-27-2022, 12:06 AM

Yeah BAT has gone batty

prices are insane like most auctions to get a nice older ride you need deep pockets and a thick wallet. Seems like the rust buckets on the local corner bring insane prices anymore as well. I think the wealthy are snagging up all the ICE classics while there available. I've all but given up looking for some decent classics that where on my list. Gotten to rich for my blood over the last year or two.

102SS · 03-27-2022, 06:42 AM

At those prices it should be able to drive home

When ever I see a BAT ad I think of some rusted out POS that needs to be dragged out of a field.

They should have two....Bring a Hauler for pricey completed stuff like this and BAT for the non running fixer uppers

FarmerFran · 03-27-2022, 07:10 AM

Crazy indeed!

I guess I am one of the "lucky ones" I like new cars with new tech. So no desire to pay $$$ for those old dinosaurs. Well less the GT350s, but no desire for one of those either. For the money of most of those cars I could have me some really nice new Tech.

Martinjlm · 03-27-2022, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by FarmerFran

Crazy indeed!

I guess I am one of the "lucky ones" I like new cars with new tech. So no desire to pay $$$ for those old dinosaurs. Well less the GT350s, but no desire for one of those either. For the money of most of those cars I could have me some really nice new Tech.

That is the reason I started looking at BaT in the first place. About a year and a half ago I started scanning for GT350 or 1LE at decent prices. 1LE very rarely show up there. GT350/350R come up quite frequently but the prices started at above market when I started looking and progressed to effing criminal since then. I also was looking at 1st Gen Camaros, which come through a lot and are all over the map price wise as well as RX7 and MR2. Ironically I found my MR2 locally after losing an auction on one on BaT. I was willing to go $18k. It eventually went for $21k. The next day I found mine on Detroit Craigslist for $9k

Martinjlm · 03-29-2022, 05:29 PM

My watch list for today. Some of these I’m watching just to see how high they actually go.

wnta1ss · 03-30-2022, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Martinjlm

My watch list for today. Some of these I’m watching just to see how high they actually go.

Does that 1979 Trans Am have the 400 Pontiac (T/A 6.6) or the 403 Olds (6.6 LITRE) in it? I saw one with the 400 engine a few years ago at a car show.

102SS · 03-30-2022, 06:47 AM

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Originally Posted by wnta1ss

Does that 1979 Trans Am have the 400 Pontiac (T/A 6.6) or the 403 Olds (6.6 LITRE) in it? I saw one with the 400 engine a few years ago at a car show.

The 77/78 nose was awesome the 79/81 was hideous.

By 81 so was the engine choices a 301 a 301 turbo and a 305 chevy

Martinjlm · 03-30-2022, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by wnta1ss

Does that 1979 Trans Am have the 400 Pontiac (T/A 6.6) or the 403 Olds (6.6 LITRE) in it? I saw one with the 400 engine a few years ago at a car show.

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Originally Posted by 102SS

The 77/78 nose was awesome the 79/81 was hideous.

By 81 so was the engine choices a 301 a 301 turbo and a 305 chevy

The ‘79 Trans Am has the 6.6L Oldsmobile 403. A ‘78 (awesome nose and all) with the T/A 6.6 sold the day before for $55,500. My neighbor across the street has a 4th Gen WS6 that’s just been sitting under a car cover for the past two years. I keep saying I’m gonna go over there and tell her to put the damn thing up on BaT. Or maybe I should buy it for what SHE thinks it’s worth (not much apparently) and sell it for what I think it’s worth.

snizzle · 03-30-2022, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Martinjlm

The ‘79 Trans Am has the 6.6L Oldsmobile 403. A ‘78 (awesome nose and all) with the T/A 6.6 sold the day before for $55,500. My neighbor across the street has a 4th Gen WS6 that’s just been sitting under a car cover for the past two years. I keep saying I’m gonna go over there and tell her to put the damn thing up on BaT. Or maybe I should buy it for what SHE thinks it’s worth (not much apparently) and sell it for what I think it’s worth.

4th Gen WS6

KMPrenger · 03-30-2022, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by snizzle

4th Gen WS6

Yes sir. WS6 was my favorite "regular man's" sports car back in the day. I absolutely love that hood and front end.

snizzle · 03-30-2022, 02:48 PM

The styling was and still is incredible. I hope I can find a reasonable example one day.

FarmerFran · 03-30-2022, 04:38 PM

I do not think the 4th gens "aged" well.

To me bubbly cars do not age as well as cars with a lot of angles.

And for the record I am still pissed I did not get my WS6 - I had a Vette at the time and it did not make sense.

03-26-2022, 02:00 PM	#1
Martinjlm Retired from GM Drives: 2017 Camaro Fifty SS Convertible Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Detroit Posts: 5,222	Bring a Trailer is officially friggin’ nutz Has anybody else been watching auctions on Bring a Trailer lately? The winning bids are absolutely insane. Here’s a few examples: 1970 Mustang Boss 429: $329,500 2020 Shelby GT350R Heritage Edition: $171,350 1994 Toyota Supra Turbo: $135,000 2020 Shelby GT350R Heritage Edition: $167,000 2020 Shelby GT350R Heritage Edition: $166,000 1963 Corvette Split window: $227,000 1997 Toyota Supra Turbo: $135,000 1971 DeTomaso Pantera: $109,000 There are more. I recall a Toyota MR2 going for $62,000. I bought mine for $9,000. Nowhere near the pristine condition of the one that sold for $62k, but dayum. __________________ 2017 CAMARO FIFTY SS CONVERTIBLE A8 \| MRC \| NPP \| Nav \| HUD \| GM Performance CAI \| Tony Mamo LT1 V2 Ported TB \| Kooks 1-7/8” LT Headers \| FlexFuel Tune \| Thinkware Q800 Pro front and rear dash cam \| Charcoal Tint for Taillights and 3rd Brakelight \| Orange and Carbon Fiber Bowties \| 1LE Wheels in Gunmetal Gray \| Carbon Fiber Interior Overlays \| Novistretch bra and mirror covers \| Tow hitch for bicycle rack \|

03-26-2022, 02:34 PM	#2
0stones0 It don’t come easy. Drives: 2010 2SS RS M6 Join Date: May 2014 Location: WI Posts: 2,186 View My Garage	One would think the price on these gems actually would drop, considering the cost of living index and gas prices. But, when someone just has to have something, they will pay. __________________

03-27-2022, 12:06 AM	#3
Tajefe Couple Drives: Never just fly under the radar Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Kansas Posts: 1,531 View My Garage	Yeah BAT has gone batty prices are insane like most auctions to get a nice older ride you need deep pockets and a thick wallet. Seems like the rust buckets on the local corner bring insane prices anymore as well. I think the wealthy are snagging up all the ICE classics while there available. I've all but given up looking for some decent classics that where on my list. Gotten to rich for my blood over the last year or two. __________________ 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 Old Skool

03-27-2022, 06:42 AM	#4
102SS waiting at the tree Drives: SIM 2010 2SS/RS A6 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Niagara Falls Posts: 3,119	At those prices it should be able to drive home When ever I see a BAT ad I think of some rusted out POS that needs to be dragged out of a field. They should have two....Bring a Hauler for pricey completed stuff like this and BAT for the non running fixer uppers __________________ 2010 2SS/RS A6 ZL1 Rims 60ft 2.03 13.08 at 107.82 (4/28) 2009 Pontiac G8 3.6L the DD

03-27-2022, 07:10 AM	#5
FarmerFran Drives: 2023 ZL1 Vert M6 "Sharky" Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Earth Posts: 4,031	Crazy indeed! I guess I am one of the "lucky ones" I like new cars with new tech. So no desire to pay $$$ for those old dinosaurs. Well less the GT350s, but no desire for one of those either. For the money of most of those cars I could have me some really nice new Tech. __________________ 2023 Camaro ZL1 Vert TR-6060 Sharkskin "Sharky" Firecracker Red Wrangler Willys, 3.6L eTorque, 850RE 8 speed automatic, 25W Willys package, Technology Group, Convenience Group (aka $600 garage door opener), Cold weather Group, Trailer Tow and HD electric group with AUX switches, 3 piece black freedom top.

03-29-2022, 05:29 PM	#7
Martinjlm Retired from GM Drives: 2017 Camaro Fifty SS Convertible Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Detroit Posts: 5,222	My watch list for today. Some of these I’m watching just to see how high they actually go. Attached Images __________________ 2017 CAMARO FIFTY SS CONVERTIBLE A8 \| MRC \| NPP \| Nav \| HUD \| GM Performance CAI \| Tony Mamo LT1 V2 Ported TB \| Kooks 1-7/8” LT Headers \| FlexFuel Tune \| Thinkware Q800 Pro front and rear dash cam \| Charcoal Tint for Taillights and 3rd Brakelight \| Orange and Carbon Fiber Bowties \| 1LE Wheels in Gunmetal Gray \| Carbon Fiber Interior Overlays \| Novistretch bra and mirror covers \| Tow hitch for bicycle rack \|

03-30-2022, 02:48 PM	#13
snizzle Recalled user Drives: '12 Camaro SS, '18 Colorado Z71 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 3,413	The styling was and still is incredible. I hope I can find a reasonable example one day. __________________ 2012 2SS 45th AE LS3 M6 Borla ATAK Catback Kooks Stepped LT Headers CAI Intake Hexvents VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body RX Catch Can Hurst Short Throw Shifter Pfadt ZL-Spec Stage 3 Suspension Forgestar F14 Tuned by Frost

03-30-2022, 04:38 PM	#14
FarmerFran Drives: 2023 ZL1 Vert M6 "Sharky" Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Earth Posts: 4,031	I do not think the 4th gens "aged" well. To me bubbly cars do not age as well as cars with a lot of angles. And for the record I am still pissed I did not get my WS6 - I had a Vette at the time and it did not make sense. __________________ 2023 Camaro ZL1 Vert TR-6060 Sharkskin "Sharky" Firecracker Red Wrangler Willys, 3.6L eTorque, 850RE 8 speed automatic, 25W Willys package, Technology Group, Convenience Group (aka $600 garage door opener), Cold weather Group, Trailer Tow and HD electric group with AUX switches, 3 piece black freedom top.

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