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  1. BEisler

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    #1 BEisler, Nov 11, 2007
    I currently have a 308 GTS QV Euro and am looking at a 1978 Porsche 911 which I know very little about to add to my modest collection. It has been pretty much restored and has 45K on a rebuilt engine, trans, and clutch. It has been totally repainted too. This was all done after it had over 100K on it. We are looking at 12K to 15K as a price. The interior is original and in very good condition.

    Unfortunately I haven't had time to research this like I have other big purchases but this seems to be a decent car.

    I'd like to get thoughts from anyone who might have an opinion.

    Thanks
     
  2. ylshih

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    #2 ylshih, Nov 11, 2007
    I'm assuming this is an SC coupe and you're saying it has at least 145K miles? Price seems high to me for what is essentially a nice driver.
     
  3. BEisler

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    #3 BEisler, Nov 11, 2007
    Sorry - its a targa. Left that off the post.
     
  4. Bullfighter

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    #4 Bullfighter, Nov 11, 2007
    I would agree with Yin, it's not a "great deal" for a '78. I don't believe these were one of the years to avoid, but if you're discriminating enough to own a 308 GTS QV Euro I think you could do better. The 3.2 litre Carrera model ('84-'89) feels like the real deal right now, with the '87-'89 being the best of the lot due to the upgraded gearbox.

    My favorites are the early '70s cars, the 3.2's and the 993 (1995-1998) cars. I think the 3.2 would be do-able for $20K, and should be quite reliable.

    If you're set on this '78, check underneath for rust and have a Porsche mechanic check the engine -- a rebuild is only as good as the skill/integrity of the guy who did the work.
     
  5. Kds

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    #5 Kds, Nov 11, 2007
    If it is a coupe it is a deal.....Targa's have very expensive seals that wear and cost about $1,500 to replace all around.
     
  6. BEisler

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    #6 BEisler, Nov 11, 2007
    Great input so far. Just so everyone has the same information i have, following is what the advertising states:

    very rare find. This is a beautifully kept 911 targa with a very desireable color {talbot yellow} some call it summer yellow.

    This is the original color the car was ordered with from the factory.This car has gone through a complete bare to the metal paint job, at a cost of $5,000. The car was taken apart professionally to do the job right!!

    The interior is all original and very clean.

    The only flaw is a few minor hairline slits in the dash. Replacement cost was around $300.00 when I checked, but the dash still looks fine.

    Here are a few of the upgrades and services that were performed on the car. I have extensive service history on the car.

    1) Rebuilt original #s matching engine with only 45,000 miles on it.

    2) Complete rebuilt #s matching trans.

    3) Complete clutch also. AND NEOPREME CASED CLUTCH CABLE.

    4) Newly upgraded a\c system including rotary compressor , and new condensor vaporator. {ice cold}

    5) All new Dunlot performance tires.

    6) Perfect 7 and 8 inch factory Fuchs alloy wheels.

    7) New Bilstein struts and shocks.

    8) New STAINLESS STEEL industries performance exaust (complete) with 3 inch tail pipe (nice throaty sound).

    I also have the complete perfect original exaust system.

    9) NEW PERMATUNE COLIL. NEW PERFORMANCE ECU UNIT. MORE HP!!

    10) NEW BOSCH PLATINUM PLUGS.

    11) NEW PLUG WIRES, CAP/ROTOR.

    12) NEW K/N AIR CLEANER.

    CAR HAS A ORIG { VERY RARE} "CARRERA" STAINLESS STEEL AIR BOX.

    13) NEW HOOD STRUTS.

    14) THE TARGA TOP WAS RESTORED TO NEW, AND HAS NOT EVEN BEEN FOLDED YET.

    IN CLOSING I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THIS IS A CAR FOR A PORSCHE ENTHUSIEST WHO WANTS A CAR THAT IS CLOSE TO PERFECTION, AND HAS BEEN OWNED BY A PORSCHE CLUB MEMBER WHO GAVE THE CAR ALL THE CARE THAT WAS NEEDED.



    I KNOW THERE ARE OTHER 1978 - 83 911 PORSCHE 911 TARGA'S FOR 8-$10,000, BUT THIS CAR IS PRICED ACCORDING TO ITS COND AND HISTORY. THIS IS NOT A FIRE SALE HERE.. BUT THE RESERVE IS SET FAIRLY TO SELL FAST!!.
     
  7. Mang

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    #7 Mang, Nov 11, 2007
    sounds nice @ $12,000. and there is nothing to do, but drive it and enjoy it. Porsche's rock!
     
  8. ferraripete

    ferraripete F1 World Champ

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    #8 ferraripete, Nov 11, 2007
    i was thinking the exact same thing. it gets less nice to me for a penny more as it is a targa and to me...not my choiuce of a sunroof coupe.
     
  9. Rexcoltrain

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    #9 Rexcoltrain, Nov 12, 2007
    If it's exactly what you want and the targa works for you weather-wise, the car looks pretty good at that price. There are a lot of nice 911's in the 12-15k range.
     
  10. Cajun

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    #10 Cajun, Nov 12, 2007
    At that price range, you are getting close to later SC ('81 - '83) and early Carrera ('84 - '86) Prices. I would keep looking if I were you...
     
  11. senna21

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    #11 senna21, Nov 12, 2007
    +1 Also, I'm not a fan of 911 targas.
     
  12. Mang

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    #12 Mang, Nov 12, 2007
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    #13 Cajun, Nov 12, 2007
  14. Mang

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    #14 Mang, Nov 12, 2007
    eBay is proving to be a 930 wholesaler's playground. I don't know where to go to find a potential future Porsche enthusiast owner? I get a lot of rumbling on eBay from obvious broker/flipper's trying to convince me it isn't worth $20K. Of course they preface this with... they are "NOT DEALERS" lol!

    as stated in the ad - the same ad had it bid to $29K a couple weeks ago. I am shocked that people are bidding that kind of money sight unseen. No one even came to see it?? Anyone else do that kind of buying without asking a single question or seeing what they are buying? I find it odd.
     
  15. Bullfighter

    Bullfighter Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #15 Bullfighter, Nov 12, 2007
    An early 3.2 sunroof coupe sounds like the right car for the $15K-$20K range.
     

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