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  1. DIGMAN52

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    #1 DIGMAN52, Jun 24, 2005
    I'm looking for someone in the Dallas area who has interest in a '85 928 Porsche found in a barn by one of my real estate developers. Hasn't been inspected since '94 or '95. He says it needs paint, some interior and who knows what else. There are also some motorcycles there under trash, and will be unearthing those next week. After looking at 928 values, the car doesn't warrant refurbishing costs but may have some salvage value. I hope to post some pics late next week. Any of our Dallas group have interest before I pursue other options?
     
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    #2 jimpo1, Jun 24, 2005
    I'll take the 928. If you're giving it away.

    Ron is our resident motorcycle expert.
     
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    #3 GrigioGuy, Jun 24, 2005
    Very interested in the bikes, let me know what you find.
     
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    #4 jimpo1, Jun 24, 2005
    Ok, ok. $100 for the 928.
     
  5. FarmerDave

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    #5 FarmerDave, Jun 24, 2005
    Damn, I was gonna offer $20 and offer to pick it up as is, where is. :)
     
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    #6 WJHMH, Jun 24, 2005
    Bonus points on 928 if it's a manual transmission. From what I remember they're hard to find.
     
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    #7 writerguy, Jun 24, 2005
    Ohh please let me know about the bikes, Ex has mine
     
  8. DIGMAN52

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    #8 DIGMAN52, Jun 24, 2005
    If there are any old Triumph's or Kawasaki Triples I may take them for art.
     
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    #9 jimpo1, Jun 24, 2005
    Who's Art? ;)
     
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    #10 Manny, Jun 24, 2005
    I'll take a bike too :) or two... or three...
     
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    #11 GrigioGuy, Jun 24, 2005
    I suppose a stack of signed titles is a bit much to hope for :D
     
  12. Driversource

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    #12 Driversource, Jun 25, 2005
    Please let me know more on the 928 when it is unearthed. Year, trans., more condition details, etc.
     
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    #13 Speed Racerette, Jun 25, 2005
    Have you checked the plate?? A stolen car perhaps?

    This could be the beginnings of a good mystery....
     
  14. DIGMAN52

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    #14 DIGMAN52, Jun 26, 2005
    From other barn stuff looks to be from the McKamy famiily that owned a ton of land in North Dallas. Between the McKamy's, McCallum's and McCutchin's they had all the land north of Valley View Mall from Hillcrest to Midway road and north to about the George Bush. There is Oakdale Farms stuff around which was their farm logo. Info and pics next week.
     
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    #15 Bimmerista, Jun 27, 2005
    PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE ! ! ! ! ! !

    Get me information on the Porsche 928....I've been looking for a tough cookie to restore. I'm going to be completed with my 560SEC within the next 2-3 weeks and I don't want to stand around and shop for something else.
     
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    #16 jimpo1, Jun 27, 2005
    The line for the 928 forms here. In line so far, in order:

    Me
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    Mike
     
  17. MarkRobinson

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    #17 MarkRobinson, Jun 29, 2005
    I restored an '85 928 (built the motor, did a US-motor transplant, paint, etc) 2 years ago: would not do it again unless you plan to make it a keeper.

    I'd be interested in the engine: will need a full rebuild if it's been sitting for 10 years..

    Mark
     
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    #18 Horsefly, Jun 29, 2005
    I want dibs on any old Indian motorcycles or hulks found among the debris, as well as any and all Corvette cars and/or parts.

    And on the subject of Porsche 928s, I found an 85 model with auto here at a local shop. Owner wanted something like $9000 for it. But after checking the E-Bay values, they just don't seem to be worth the big money. A buyers market for sure. I also found another '84 928 with auto sitting in a strip mall parking lot for sale at $6500. It was there for awhile.
     
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    #19 Bimmerista, Jun 30, 2005
    How was the restoration?? What did you do & what did it run you??

    Also, why would you say that its not worth doing unless its a keeper??
     
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    #20 writerguy, Jul 1, 2005
    My guess is the expense far outweighs the value of the end product

    unless you are doin if for you and you only the odds of making a profit are slim

    Ask anyone who has restored an MG
     
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    LoL....I figured that much out Jim ;) I just figured there was a far more in-depth reason as to why.
     
  22. DIGMAN52

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    #22 DIGMAN52, Jul 1, 2005
    Could not coordinate with my developer to see the stuff this week. Did find out that the bikes are a couple of unknow dirt bikes and a scooter. Will post more as I know it.
     
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    #23 Driversource, Jul 5, 2005
    The waiting is the hardest part. By the time we find out more about this treasure, I may realize that restoring a 1985 928 barn find might not be such a good idea!

    But, hey, I haven't done anything really stupid/crazy/expensive in a long time!

    I am raising the bid to $150 + removal!

    ! (Extra ! because this post is very exciting!) !
     
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    #24 WDR328, Jul 5, 2005
    Phil, do you know if the Porsche is a 928 or a 928S. If it is the former and a manual it has a broomsticked mainshaft. For some reason or another I have seen a bunch of 928's on the street recently. I was wondering if someone left the door open and they all escaped. There was one this evening at Inwood and Royal in the left turn lane waiting for a wrecker.
     
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    #25 WJHMH, Jul 5, 2005
    I do know of a 928S in Houston but it's a gray market conversion, mystery miles, auto tranny, & the head is completely dissembled with parts missing. I offered the owner $500.00 to get it out of his garage but he wanted $5000. HA! I'm sure he still has it sitting there just like the unrestored W113 next to it.
     
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