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He had me from the get-go, I've ridden across those plains many times and seen those barns out back and often wondered what treasures they might hide, so daydreams on cross country bike trips are not all that unusual or surprising. Anytime Sam wants to share another I will be glad to read along

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not really to interested in these types of vehicles but great to know that Ford is so willing to go the extra distance to make a model that appeals to them!!

bhankinsonn · ‎18-06-2021

Yep, talking to those machines does help, I do it all the time, sometimes cussing at them, sometimes thanking them!!

bhankinsonn · ‎19-05-2021

Sounds like Sim's has a hit on his hands, as an old rider, 79, that Guzzi would be a fun ride in any event.

bhankinsonn · ‎18-05-2021

Right on!!! My motorcycle tours spanned the ages from leathers to textiles, paper maps to GPS's but the sheer pleasure of heading out to a destination with no other plan than a starting point and ending point over some time period was nirvana!

bhankinsonn · ‎13-05-2021

As always, an interesting look at the auctions that I will probably never get to see, got to admit the Phillips Berlina pikes my interest

bhankinsonn · ‎07-05-2021

It's just going to be harder to find that bargain collector bike, but, good to see that there is a market for one if you find it or if you have one in the back of the garage that would like to see the light of day again.

bhankinsonn · ‎01-05-2021

Another great story, I really appreciate these back stories on "unknown's"

bhankinsonn · ‎23-04-2021

A great new addition to Haggerty. I am a retired motorcyclist now, my last crash and hitting 75 years of age in the same year provided the incentive to not swing a leg over a bike again. That gave me 63 years of biking pleasure starting with a 50cc NSU and ending with a BMW K1200LT and various rides in the intrevel. Still interested in whats happening in motorcycling and look forward to the new feature.

bhankinsonn · ‎17-04-2021

Another great story, I probably didn't even know what a Tatras was until reading about them in various articles here. Much appreciated, and bravo's to those that tempt destiny with audacious adventures!!

bhankinsonn · ‎02-04-2021

Thank you for this article, I had bemoaned the inclusion of moderately priced sale results from these auctions and here they are!! That Toro would have loved to be in my garage.

bhankinsonn · ‎30-03-2021

I kind of like the comment regarding the least expensive cars that went at auction, it's fun to see what these high end cars go for, but so far beyond most of our ability to do anything about but wishful thinking. Lets see what the hoi polloi might have had a shot at.

bhankinsonn · ‎24-03-2021

Will be interesting to see how these sell, they all look like way to much work or money for me.

bhankinsonn · ‎20-03-2021

Quite a list, lots of variety, for some reason the Vector M12 speaks to me and the pricing expectation for such a rare car seems like the best bargain among the offerings. Not that I could afford any of them!!

bhankinsonn · ‎16-03-2021

Now that would be fun at the stoplight with a Camaro or Mustang rumbling next to it, then zoom, zoom, bye!!

bhankinsonn · ‎15-03-2021

YES!! A great little machine for the young and old, lightweight, easy to handle, doesn't require a lot of space, motor fun for everyone!!

bhankinsonn · ‎15-03-2021

It's always nice to hear a "reunion" story and this one seems quite special!!

bhankinsonn · ‎26-02-2021

This will be an interesting auction for sure!! So many special vehicles, such good charities, so much money!!

bhankinsonn · ‎23-02-2021

An article nicely done, kudos to a modest man!!

bhankinsonn · ‎12-02-2021

Unique enough that it just might sell. As with anything on eBay and the exposure generated it may tickle the need of that Pontiac fanatic

bhankinsonn · ‎10-02-2021

Amen, amen!! wholeheartily agree on every point, as an older driver/rider with all the resulting limitations in agility, eyesight, hearing, etc.

bhankinsonn · ‎08-02-2021

I love these articles, who would know these vehicles even existed without the writers diligent research. Thank you!!

bhankinsonn · ‎05-02-2021

Innovation, forward thinking, a peak into the future for collectors in 2075. I'll be watching for the "Coupe" and a test drive.

bhankinsonn · ‎28-01-2021

That appears to be a wonderful solution to those who ride a 700lb plus motorcycle. I had a BMW 1200LT with the reverse function provided through the starter motor which made manuvering an 800lb bemoth much easier, often wished by Kawasaki 1500 was also so equipped. Will be interesting to see if it gains traction in the market place

bhankinsonn · ‎20-01-2021

as always, so enjoy Rob's writings!! Here in West Michigan we have a small private airport that has a housing development surrounding it with the main feature being that you can taxi from your garage directly to the runway, and by the way, they host a fantastic pancake breakfast once a year.

bhankinsonn · ‎15-01-2021

A great piece, especially for those of us who probably wouldn't be involved in shipping a vehicle more than once or twice in a lifetime. Thanks for sharing

bhankinsonn · ‎13-01-2021

Always an enjoyable use of time, these unusal offerings make my day!!

bhankinsonn · ‎06-01-2021

This will be a fun series to follow through. I have never raced any off road events but have spent a few hours "playing in the dirt" with various motorcycles, a Honda X-350 probably the most fun and capable, the bike more so than I.

bhankinsonn · ‎25-12-2020

The early 50's Studebakers could qualify too, that beak just needs a red glow!!

bhankinsonn · ‎24-11-2020

As one who lusted for those bikes back in the 50's I will be axious to see what comes of this effort, hopefully a Gold Star 500 single

bhankinsonn · ‎23-11-2020

after having a couple of motorcycle crashes that resulted in broken and fractured bones I certainly have symphathy for such events, maybe a little less for someone who just missed a step that resulted in the injury. Mine resulted in 2 months of recovery and rehabilitation but in the end I was able to swing my leg over the machine and return to the road of happiness. I sincerely hope that you will too!!

bhankinsonn · ‎17-11-2020

....as a 78 year old guy who at this stage in life could afford either the Prowler or the SSR, the Prowler would be my choice by far!! The heartbeat of the V8 wouldn't be there but the "hot rod" look would be. All that said, if it wasn't so cold out here in Holland, MI. I would take the Miata out for a spin.

bhankinsonn · ‎13-11-2020

yep, it's wierd, but you can bet I will be checking on that auction just to see where it goes

bhankinsonn · ‎13-11-2020

Some nice looking and interesting machines, always fun to see these memories from the past still out there.

bhankinsonn · ‎23-10-2020

That is a unique find, not for me, but some motorcycle dealer should snap that thing up, easier enough to mask "Honda", and would be a great come on for the new to the sport guy or gal

bhankinsonn · ‎23-10-2020

Whoa.......big and black and $100K as tested? That would get me two of the old timers in #2 conditon, more fun and probably more attention at the gas station

bhankinsonn · ‎22-10-2020

An unkown brand to me too. Interesting article, as always, will be something to look for if it ever becomes available here in the US

bhankinsonn · ‎14-10-2020

Always fun when David bests Goliath, good read and appreciate the "Ahab" quote

bhankinsonn · ‎14-10-2020

A great story, I don't follow the performance side of Mazda much, but it sounds like he was a guy that I would have liked to meet. We need these kind of guys in the current enviroment.

bhankinsonn · ‎09-10-2020

A great article, good history of where we've been and where we're going, it will be interesting to see what happens in the next 6 months in regards to emissions

bhankinsonn · ‎07-10-2020

Quite interesting, not really something I might go for, would have been nice to know what kind of cost this type of conversion intails.

bhankinsonn · ‎01-10-2020

I pretty much agree with all the previous comments, hard to imagine anyone that interested in such a non revalent piece of automotive history

bhankinsonn · ‎16-09-2020

This one looks like a winner, all the right cues from the past and all the current atributes added, I would like one!!

bhankinsonn · ‎14-09-2020

The lottery would be my only ticket to this car, in the meantime I'll just pretend with my Miata MX5

bhankinsonn · ‎04-09-2020

It is a pretty car, but at $500K there are just to many possibilities to consider to get really serious about it.

bhankinsonn · ‎29-08-2020

another great story and a storied motorcycle!!

bhankinsonn · ‎27-08-2020

....and anyone will give a car like that a "thumbs up" as it is not the norm, both for those of us who actually remember cars like that or our kids who probably have never seen one for real.

bhankinsonn · ‎22-08-2020

another one that could have made the list, 1995 BMW R100RT, last airhead built by BMW, not all that qucik but can easy make a cross crounty ride in comfort and style

bhankinsonn · ‎21-08-2020

.....always fun to see these unusual offerings, most of them I had never heard of but are certainly interesting reads

bhankinsonn · ‎16-08-2020