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List Yours $5 Just $299 Welcome to the BaT Question of the Week! For those unfamiliar, here are the rules: we ask an automotive-themed question, and the author of our favorite answer from the comments is awarded a $25 credit to the BaT Gear Store. This week’s question is: What’s the strangest thing you’ve found in a car? Last week’s Question of the Week (best in-car object recovery) got us thinking about the doodads, whatchamacallits, and thingamajigs that we’ve found by chance—old personal belongings, strange mystery objects, even living things. Whether it was in a car that you let a friend borrow or from an archaeological exploration of your newest project vehicle, we want to hear about your most peculiar finds! CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ554z

List Yours $5 Just $299 This 2019 Ferrari 488 Spider is one of four in a "Force of Nature" series, with this Dark Green Metallic example representing "earth." The car's specification involves more than $254k in options and special features, including the Carbon Fiber Exterior and Carbon Fiber Racing packages, a Bianco Dreamline livery, Glossy Verde Bottiglia carbon-fiber interior and exterior trim, Goldrake racing seats, a suspension lift system, a sport exhaust, and a retractable hardtop. Power is provided by a twin-turbocharged 3.9-liter V8 paired with a seven-speed F1 dual-clutch automatic transaxle. The current owner purchased the car in 2024 and it now has 104 miles. This 488 Spider "Force of Nature" series is now offered by the seller on behalf of the current owner with a window sticker, manufacturer's literature, service records, a car cover, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Oregon title in the owner's name. CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyTex...

List Yours $5 Just $299 This 2012 Audi R8 coupe has 4k miles and was optioned from the factory with the Enhanced Leather Package in addition to a six-speed manual transaxle, which is paired with a 5.2-liter FSI V10. Finished in Daytona Gray Pearl Effect over black leather upholstery, the car was purchased new by the owner and is further equipped with an all-wheel-drive system, the Black Leather Package, 19" multi-spoke alloy wheels, a speed-activated rear spoiler, LED lighting, the Audi Parking System Plus with a rearview camera, parking sensors, a CD stereo, navigation, heated power-adjustable seats, a gated shifter, and automatic climate control. This R8 is now offered in Florida on dealer consignment at no reserve with a window sticker, the owner's manual, service records, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Colorado title. CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ54nD

List Yours $5 Just $299 This 2001 Lotus Esprit V8 was first delivered to Rothrock Specialty Motor Cars in Springfield, Pennsylvania, and it is one of four examples finished in Deep Purple Metallic with Magnolia leather and piping for the model year. It was purchased by the seller in March 2012, and 22k of the 38k miles have been added since that time. Power is supplied by a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V8 paired with a five-speed manual transaxle, and features include 17" and 18" six-spoke OZ Racing alloy wheels, a glass roof panel, pop-up headlights, fog lights, air conditioning, and power windows and locks. This Esprit is now offered with a Lotus Certificate of Vehicle Provenance, a photocopy of the window sticker, the owner's manual, service records, a battery tender, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Texas title in the seller's name. CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ54dv

List Yours $5 Auto Leads For This 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera Targa was initially delivered to Sportique Motors of Huntington, New York, and it is finished in Speed Yellow over Cashmere partial leather upholstery. Now showing 44k miles, the car spent time in New York and Ontario, Canada, before being relocated to Florida where it was acquired by the seller in November 2024. Power is provided by a 3.6-liter flat-six paired with a four-speed Tiptronic transaxle, and equipment includes an Active Braking Differential as well as 17" two-piece targa wheels, a power-operated glass roof panel, power-adjustable front seats, a Becker Porsche cassette stereo, cruise control, and air conditioning. This 993 Targa is now offered with a window sticker, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Florida title in the seller's name. CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ3yrq

List Yours $5 Auto Leads For This 1957 Nash Metropolitan hardtop was acquired by the seller in 1988 and refurbished a year later in 1989. Work involved a repaint in yellow and white, an interior re-trim in black and white houndstooth cloth and vinyl, and installation of a replacement 1.5-liter inline-four and rear axle. Shifting is through a three-speed manual transmission, and further equipment includes a Zenith carburetor, a continental-style spare tire holder, and yellow 13" steel wheels with Metropolitan-branded hubcaps. This Series III Metropolitan hardtop is now offered at no reserve with a clean Washington State title in the seller's name. CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ3yh0

List Yours $5 Auto Leads For This 2020 BMW M340i xDrive was registered in California before it was acquired by the seller in 2020, and it has been modified with a Snow Performance methanol injection kit, Burger Motorsports engine management software, a catless VRSF downpipe, 20" Niche alloy wheels, and an aftermarket front lip spoiler. Finished in Alpine White over Black SensaTec upholstery, the car is powered by a turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive system. Additional equipment includes an M sport differential, M sport brakes, adaptive M suspension, a sunroof, LED headlights, heated power-adjustable front seats, a heated steering wheel, three-zone automatic climate control, a head-up display, Live Cockpit Pro, Harman Kardon audio, and touchscreen infotainment. This G20 has 24k miles and is now offered at no reserve with an accident-free Carfax report and a clean Louisiana title in the seller...

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Text Leads to 21002: The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 doesn't change much, but it does get the first standard NACS charging port outside of a Tesla product. The Ioniq 5 remains, comfortable, spacious and very efficient. CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ3rXc

Text Leads to 21002: The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT enhances the already excellent Ioniq 5 platform with all-terrain tires, more ground clearance, and new driving modes that allow drivers to go farther and have more fun off-road. CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ3rP6

List Yours $5 Auto Leads For 51-Years-Owned 1955 BMW 502 Cabriolet by Baur No Reserve: 1995 BMW M3 GT #001 289-Powered 1965 Sunbeam Tiger Mk 1 5-Speed 5,600-Mile 2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera S Coupe 2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited No Reserve: 70k-Kilometer Slicktop Euro 1995 BMW M3 Coupe 5-Speed No Reserve: 35-Years-Owned 1978 Ford F-150 Ranger 4x4 4-Speed 2015 Porsche Cayenne Diesel 2003 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe 6-Speed 1993 Mazda RX-7 Touring 5-Speed No Reserve: 3k-Mile 2016 Audi TT Roadster Quattro 4k-Mile 2002 Ford Thunderbird Vortec-Powered 1989 Land Rover Defender 110 1966 Ford Bronco Half-Cab Pickup 3-Speed No Reserve: 2004 Subaru Impreza WRX Sedan 5-Speed No Reserve: Illuminated Union 76 Sign No Reserve: One-Owner 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Coupe 5-Speed LS-Powered 1963 GMC 1000 Pickup No Reserve: 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL500 2007 Porsche Cayman S 6-Speed Race Car 18k-Mile 2001 Ford Excursion XLT V10 4×4 No Reserve: Euro 1964 Citroen Ami 6 1967 Jagua...

List Yours $5 Auto Leads For 687-Mile 2006 Ferrari F430 Spider 13k-Mile 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series 48k-Mile 1989 Mazda RX-7 Turbo II Mariah Mode 6 Stage V 1956 Volkswagen Beetle 68k-Kilometer 2001 Land Rover Defender 90 Td5 5-Speed Coyote-Powered 1974 Ford Bronco 1970 Plymouth ’Cuda 440+6 4-Speed No Reserve: 1997 Geo Tracker 5-Speed 1992 Ferrari 348 TB No Reserve: 2012 Audi A6 3.0T Quattro Prestige 41k-Mile 2008 Toyota Tundra Limited CrewMax 4x4 1966 Ford Mustang Coupe 289 No Reserve: Neon Shelby Cobra Sign No Reserve: 50k-Mile 2001 Isuzu Trooper LS 4x4 No Reserve: 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Spyder Convertible 4-Speed No Reserve: 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport 1968 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon 396 2017 Porsche Cayenne Turbo 21k-Mile 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo Coupe No Reserve: Neon Texaco Sign 1970 Triumph TR6 No Reserve: 1994 Infiniti Q45a No Reserve: 432-Mile 2022 Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock No Reserve: 1970 Honda CB350 No Reserve: 45k-Kilome...

Text Leads to 21002: Get information about water pumps, how long they last, how to know when they need replacing, how much they cost, and more. www.CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ1qcq

Text Leads to 21002: Our Sean Tucker, always disappointed in Range Rover, finally finds one to love in the 2025 Range Rover Sport. www.CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ1qRs

Text Leads to 21002: GMC has issued a recall for 70,768 Sierra 1500 pickups because parts of their grilles can detach and fall off in traffic. www.CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ1qGb

Text Leads to 21002: The best performers in testing lost just 14% of their range in the cold – better performance than most internal combustion engines. www.CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ1q5W

Text Leads to 21002: Chevrolet drivers broke track records at five prominent American race tracks in the 2025 Corvette ZR1, using only stock parts. www.CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ1pry

Text Leads to 21002: In the world of luxury sedans, one name has set the standard for decades—the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Since the 1970s, it has been the benchmark for luxury, technology, and status. Now, two top-tier versions push the limits even further: the high-performance Mercedes-AMG S 63 E Performance and the bulletproof Mercedes S 680 Guard. Whether prioritising speed […] www.CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ1dJH

List Yours $5 Auto Leads For This 2003 BMW M3 convertible is a 43k-mile example that remained registered in Florida until it was relocated to the Northeast in 2022, and its six-speed SMG transmission was converted for manual operation under previous ownership. Finished in Alpine White over Grey Nappa leather upholstery, the car is powered by a 3.2-liter inline-six and equipped with a limited-slip differential, a dark blue soft top, 19″ M double-spoke wheels, xenon headlights, Park Distance Control, power-adjustable front sport seats, a Harman Kardon sound system, a BMW Business CD stereo, and automatic climate control. Recently acquired by the selling dealer, this E46 M3 convertible was listed on BaT in January 2025 and is offered again at no reserve with owner’s manuals, two keys, a Carfax report, and a clean New York title. CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ115x

List Yours $5 Auto Leads For This 1969 MGB GT was acquired by the seller in 1988 and is said to have undergone mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment work starting in the early 1990s. It has been repainted in green and is powered by a rebuilt 1.8-liter inline-four paired mated to a four-speed manual transmission with overdrive. Equipment includes 14” wire wheels with knock off hubs as well as a Weber carburetor, Pertronix ignition, an electronic fuel pump, door-mounted mirrors, air conditioning, and a Jensen Bluetooth stereo. This MGB is offered at no reserve with parts invoices, refurbishment photos, and a clean Ohio title in the seller's name. CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ111h

List Yours $5 Auto Leads For This 1998 Aston Martin DB7 Volante was purchased by the current owner on BaT in December 2019 and now shows 21k miles. It is finished in dark metallic green over beige leather with green piping and is powered by a supercharged 3.2-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. Equipment includes a green soft top, 18" turbine-spoke wheels, heated power-adjustable front seats, green carpets, and wood interior trim. Following history in several states, this DB7 is now offered by the seller on behalf of the current owner with a clean Florida title in the owner's name. CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ10xM

List Yours $5 Auto Leads For This 2011 Audi R8 coupe is powered by a 5.2-liter FSI V10 that drives all four wheels through a Quattro all-wheel-drive system and a six-speed R-tronic automated transaxle that was converted to manual operation following the selling dealer's purchase on BaT in January 2025. Finished in Brilliant Red over Luxor Beige leather upholstery, the car is equipped with carbon Sigma interior trim, side blades, and engine-bay accents as well as 19″ Y-design wheels, Audi Magnetic Ride dampers, a speed-activated rear spoiler, LED lighting, and a Bang & Olufsen sound system. This R8 has 9k miles and is now offered with owner's manuals, spare keys, service records, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Georgia title. CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ10Bx

List Yours $5 Auto Leads For This 2007 Ferrari F430 Spider is powered by a 4.3-liter DOHC V8 paired with a six-speed manual transaxle and is finished in Rosso Corsa over Crema leather. The car is equipped with a black convertible soft top, 19" split-spoke alloy wheels, an electronically controlled limited-slip differential, cross-drilled and ventilated brake rotors, Scuderia Ferrari fender shields, power-adjustable Daytona-style bucket seats, carbon-fiber trim interior trim, a gated shifter, automatic climate control, and a CD stereo. It was initially sold by Ferrari of Salt Lake City in Utah and spent time in several states, accumulating 28k miles before being acquired by the current owner in January 2025. This F430 Spider is now offered on dealer consignment with the owner's manual, a car cover, a battery tender, a damage-free Carfax report, and a clean California title. CarsBuyText.com CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ108J

List Yours $5 Auto Leads For 574-Mile 2008 Ducati Desmosedici RR Original-Owner 2013 Mini Cooper John Cooper Works Coupe 1962 Ford Thunderbird Sports Roadster 38k-Mile 2008 BMW 135i Sport Coupe 6-Speed No Reserve: Volkswagen-Powered Dune Buggy 2006 Lexus LS430 No Reserve: Nissan 300ZX-Style Race Car Chassis No Reserve: 1960s Murray Fire Truck Pedal Car No Reserve: AMG-Powered 1988 Land Rover 110 for Charity 233-Mile 2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6 Collector Edition Convertible 6-Speed Modified 1970 Chevrolet C10 Pickup No Reserve: 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider Graduate 27k-Mile 2017 Ram 1500 Sport Crew Cab Hemi 4x4 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG 2014 Porsche Cayenne Diesel Platinum Edition 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split-Window Coupe 4-Speed No Reserve: 1989 Jeep Grand Wagoneer No Reserve: 1965 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop Coupe 1990 Toyota Pickup Deluxe 4×4 5-Speed 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL No Reserve: 2015 Audi Q7 TDI Prestige 1969 Ford Torino GT Convertible 1978 Chevrolet ...

List Yours $5 TXT "LIST" to 21002/ This 1986 Ford Mustang SVO shows 36k miles, and it has spent most of its time in the same owner's collection. It is powered by a turbocharged 2.3-liter inline-four paired with a five-speed manual transmission and is finished in Bright Red over gray leather. Equipment includes a Traction-Lok limited-slip differential, 16" alloy wheels, power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes, front sport seats, a Pioneer head unit, air conditioning, and power windows and door locks. This Mustang SVO is now offered by the selling dealer with service records and a clean Florida title. For Leads Visit: CarsBuyText.com http://dlvr.it/TJ0JkP