914 Edition of Ebay, Craigslist and other online Finds
Posted: Mon Feb 12, 2018 7:40 am
OK, I have decided that I'm not buying another car until the following events occur:
1. I get my current stable of cars up to snuff. Lots of little stuff that needs to be done on them. No sense buying another mouth to feed and maintain until I can get the ones I have taken care of. (Hell, the A8L alone may make it so that I never buy another car)
2. We get our other financial priorities taken care of (we're about 4 years from having our house paid off, for example, so I'd rather push toward getting that knocked out than buy another car)
3. My wife gives me the thumbs up (she's been pretty patient with my car addiction - not as patient as Cuda's wife, but close).
So, naturally, I'm shopping anyway.
My mind is set on adding either a 914 or an X1/9 to the garage. Heck, if the price was right on the right cars, I might get both. X1/9s are still pretty cheap. It's the 914 prices that are quickly moving out of my comfort zone. So, the 914 is likely the next pickup. Especially one in the right color (and you all know what color that is).
So, let me see what you guys find out there. And it doesn't have to be just a vehicle, it can be anything 914 related posted up in here. I've always enjoyed collecting automotive memorabilia as well. Please post not only the link to an item, but also post a photo and at least some of the ad text. Links go away quickly on many auction or classified ad sites, so please preserve more for posterity than just a link that won't work a week after it is posted.
OK, I'll start, what do you all think of this ebay vehicle? I'm intrigued for a couple of reasons - the price is still below what I'd call my comfort level, the condition seems very good and the engine has been rebuilt and fortified a bit. 1974 model, 37,xxx miles. Current auction high bid is $9,151 (reserve not met). What do you guys say this car is worth? Will $15,000 buy it? $13,000? The seller describes it as a "driver".
Ebay auction text:
"Porsche did not make a red and black Limited Edition, but if they had, this is what it would have looked like. The paint is new-original color. The upholstery is new-original color and material. The carpeting is new-original color and weave. The engine started as a 1.8, but was rebuilt as a 2.0 from the crank up. It has Weber carburetors. I have lots of records dating back many years. The battery is new. The tires are good. I have gone through every part of the car. It is equipped with Bilstein shock absorbers on all four corners. It has 140# Weltmeister rear springs. It has an adjustable 21mm Weltmeister sway bar in front. The master cylinder has been upgraded to 19mm, and the brake lines are stainless steel. The tie rods are new. The windshield appears to be original. It has a period correct Momo steering wheel and a newer radio. It has a period correct rear spoiler that is painted to match the car, but has not been installed. The buyer may decide to install it (or not). As the photos show, the undercarriage is solid, no rust. The jack points are solid, no rust. The "hell hole" is solid, no rust. Nearly every piece of rubber has been replaced with quality materials from 914rubber. This is a driver, not a "trailer queen." It needs to be driven and enjoyed. I will cooperate with the buyer's choice of shippers, as necessary. Additional photos may be available upon request. "
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1974-Porsche-9 ... 0675.m4236
1. I get my current stable of cars up to snuff. Lots of little stuff that needs to be done on them. No sense buying another mouth to feed and maintain until I can get the ones I have taken care of. (Hell, the A8L alone may make it so that I never buy another car)
2. We get our other financial priorities taken care of (we're about 4 years from having our house paid off, for example, so I'd rather push toward getting that knocked out than buy another car)
3. My wife gives me the thumbs up (she's been pretty patient with my car addiction - not as patient as Cuda's wife, but close).
So, naturally, I'm shopping anyway.
My mind is set on adding either a 914 or an X1/9 to the garage. Heck, if the price was right on the right cars, I might get both. X1/9s are still pretty cheap. It's the 914 prices that are quickly moving out of my comfort zone. So, the 914 is likely the next pickup. Especially one in the right color (and you all know what color that is).
So, let me see what you guys find out there. And it doesn't have to be just a vehicle, it can be anything 914 related posted up in here. I've always enjoyed collecting automotive memorabilia as well. Please post not only the link to an item, but also post a photo and at least some of the ad text. Links go away quickly on many auction or classified ad sites, so please preserve more for posterity than just a link that won't work a week after it is posted.
OK, I'll start, what do you all think of this ebay vehicle? I'm intrigued for a couple of reasons - the price is still below what I'd call my comfort level, the condition seems very good and the engine has been rebuilt and fortified a bit. 1974 model, 37,xxx miles. Current auction high bid is $9,151 (reserve not met). What do you guys say this car is worth? Will $15,000 buy it? $13,000? The seller describes it as a "driver".
Ebay auction text:
"Porsche did not make a red and black Limited Edition, but if they had, this is what it would have looked like. The paint is new-original color. The upholstery is new-original color and material. The carpeting is new-original color and weave. The engine started as a 1.8, but was rebuilt as a 2.0 from the crank up. It has Weber carburetors. I have lots of records dating back many years. The battery is new. The tires are good. I have gone through every part of the car. It is equipped with Bilstein shock absorbers on all four corners. It has 140# Weltmeister rear springs. It has an adjustable 21mm Weltmeister sway bar in front. The master cylinder has been upgraded to 19mm, and the brake lines are stainless steel. The tie rods are new. The windshield appears to be original. It has a period correct Momo steering wheel and a newer radio. It has a period correct rear spoiler that is painted to match the car, but has not been installed. The buyer may decide to install it (or not). As the photos show, the undercarriage is solid, no rust. The jack points are solid, no rust. The "hell hole" is solid, no rust. Nearly every piece of rubber has been replaced with quality materials from 914rubber. This is a driver, not a "trailer queen." It needs to be driven and enjoyed. I will cooperate with the buyer's choice of shippers, as necessary. Additional photos may be available upon request. "
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1974-Porsche-9 ... 0675.m4236