The Daily Vroom

Good morning Vroomers,

A big day on the board — $11.8M in sales across the major platforms. The headline grabber was the Bugatti Chiron at $2.85M. On paper, that might look soft… but factor in the mileage, and it tracks right in line with comps.

Collecting Cars and PCarMarket continue to punch above their weight, landing two of the top five spots — proof again that they’re quietly becoming serious players for high-end metal.

But today’s newsletter isn’t just about the heavy hitters.

We’re also digging into the gray-area listings — the ones with question marks, quirks, and upside if you’re willing to look closer. From a CL65 AMG with sketchy answers and big potential… to a show-stopping 240Z that’s already drawing blood in the comments… to a LeBaron convertible that somehow feels cool again… and yes, we’re watching that Carrera RS 2.7 finish strong.

Let’s get into it.

YESTERDAY’S TOP 5 SALES

Want to dive deeper into any of these listings? Just click on the car to take you directly to the listing.

Your Feedback

Yesterday we asked you:

Should BaT be doing more to support European listings like this? (Porsche 911)

And as you can see below there was no clear answer. Below the results are a selection of your comments. (apologies for not featuring all of them, too many to put into the newsletter)

Flawed Listings, Big Upside

There’s a certain type of listing that always gets me thinking. Not necessarily rare. Not necessarily perfect. But it could be a great buy — if you're willing to lean into the unknown.

This 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG is one of those.

It’s a big-body coupe with a twin-turbo V12 and 738 lb-ft of torque. No mods, lots of options, California history, and the kind of power that still feels absurd today. But the listing is incomplete. A cracked rear window, curb rash, old tires, some wear on the seats — and a seller who’s not exactly hustling to answer questions about the coil packs, ABC system, or engine mounts.

To some, that’s a hard pass. But to me, this is where some of the best deals hide.

There’s opportunity in the listings that make other people hesitate. When a car has some question marks, when the comments start to pile up with unanswered concerns — that’s where the risk-adjusted value starts to shift in your favor. You just need to know the territory.

Sure, you’re not getting a turn-key collector piece here. But you might be getting a $200K V12 AMG for a fraction of what it’s actually worth — if you’ve done your homework, and the reserve plays ball.

Every car is special to someone. But the magic happens when you spot the ones hiding in plain sight. The ones with great bones and rough edges. The ones most people scroll past because they didn’t get a clean answer.

I’m watching this one. Not because it’s perfect — but because it’s real.

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Auctions To Keep An Eye On

This is the kind of listing that lights a fire the moment it goes live.

A true Series I 240Z, drenched in factory-correct Kilimanjaro White, restored over six years by specialists with a parts list that reads like a love letter to S30 purists. L28 crank, Datsun Spirit engine rebuild, OEM hoses and clamps, fresh Vredesteins, and that ultra-clean engine bay that has the Z crowd in the comments calling it one of the best ever seen.

The attention to detail? Immaculate. The mileage? Believed original at under 57k. The reception? Instant. 3,600+ views, nearly 900 watchers, and nearly 40 comments in under 24 hours.

No rust. No excuses. No half-measures.
Just a beautifully executed, show-ready Series I with real provenance and real performance.

This one’s already cracked $70K and it’s day one.
All signs point to a six-figure Z—and frankly, the quality backs it up.

Watch this one. Closely.

The RS 2.7 isn’t hype—it’s the blueprint. Lightweight, rear-engined, MFI-fed perfection that still defines the 911 experience five decades later. This one, it’s not a trailer queen, but it gets it right where it counts.

Matching-numbers 2.7L flat-six. Five-speed. Mechanical fuel injection. Just 31k miles. And only two owners since 1986—which in RS terms basically means it’s been off the grid for decades.

Originally Light Yellow, now Grand Prix White with red script. Sure, it’s a respray, but let’s be honest—this color combo sells. Paint shows some wear, but nothing that would spook a real buyer. Restoration dates to the ‘90s, with big-ticket mechanicals redone in 2012 by a proper shop. It’s been driven, maintained, and loved—not over-fluffed.

Mods? Yes, and smart ones: Turbo tie rods, 9” rear Fuchs, SSI heat exchangers. No points lost here—this thing’s been subtly sharpened, not butchered. No serial number on the transaxle is a ding, but the seller’s standing by the originality, and with RS values, that confidence does matter. Ends today…

🚨 Potential bargain alert!

Woodgrain and turbo. The ‘80s in one car.

This LeBaron convertible isn’t trying to be cool — and that’s exactly what makes it cool. Turbocharged 2.2L, faux wood panels, Mark Cross leather, and a power top. It’s peak Lee Iacocca-era weirdness, and if you're old enough to remember the commercials, you know this was luxury to someone.

It’s a vibe. And it’s rare to see one this complete, this clean, and this unbothered for the current bid of just $3.5K.

Will it win shows? No.

Will it turn heads, start conversations, and make people smile? Absolutely. That’s worth something. And at no reserve, it could go very cheap.