clutch-monkey Posted 22September, 2013 Report Share Posted 22September, 2013 I reckon there is every chance you are right. At the price I'd take a punt on it if I hadn't just bought my 912-6. likewise. i'd probably source a 3.0L over worrying about fixing the 2.4 as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Posted 22September, 2013 Report Share Posted 22September, 2013 so weird that the 'park brake' and 'brake' dashboard lights are different as well... take the sticker off, paint the fuchs black - drive it should've gone all the way with the backdate and changed the door handle too though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Posted 23September, 2013 Report Share Posted 23September, 2013 If this was a 3ltr I prolly would of bought it by now lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 23September, 2013 Report Share Posted 23September, 2013 just curious.. what was the asking price on this thing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteamWolf Posted 23September, 2013 Report Share Posted 23September, 2013 $21k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 23September, 2013 Report Share Posted 23September, 2013 $21k. I wish I didn't ask now.... tell me it is sold? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh Posted 23September, 2013 Report Share Posted 23September, 2013 "There is NO SUCH THING AS A CHEAP PORSCHE." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wasserkuhl Posted 23September, 2013 Author Report Share Posted 23September, 2013 "There is NO SUCH THING AS A CHEAP PORSCHE." Yep. There isn't. This is a cheaper one. It hasn't sold, its a car listed on ebay which after my visit he yanked the listing, so all the hooray harry's will call him in a panic and buy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Posted 23September, 2013 Report Share Posted 23September, 2013 "There is NO SUCH THING AS A CHEAP PORSCHE." I don't really agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 yeah neither do i Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 ^^ Fair enough. That was quoted from Steve's earlier post. I took it to be a general statement and in general I would tend to believe it to be true - there are many more cases of 'bad cheap Porsches' than 'good cheap Porsches' and I feel that anyone looking into a 'cheap' Porsche should do so with caution. Polite words of warning and experience, take it or leave it. Good luck to those who find a bargain, that is becoming much rarer though these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteamWolf Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 There's always caveats. There's no such thing as a cheap Porsche, if you do not want to get your hands dirty, don't have the time to dedicate to rebuilding stuff and are not interested in fishing about on forums and overseas ebay. For me at least this is half the fun. Like asking someone why they didn't just buy a poster of Monet's Lillies instead of building it from a 1000 piece jigsaw. Not only do you get the poster, but you get to appreciate the results from time and hard work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzieman Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 This kind of thing can end in tears or not , if the buyer doesnt mind getting down and dirty - and isn't into car cleaning competitions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 I don't know if I'd buy a cheap non-galvanised car but I'd take a risk on a gal car for that sort of money. I'm really toying with the idea of a cheap 928 (so long as I find one with a good engine/box) - I figure if I can keep a W116 450SEL on the road myself I can do the same to a 928 with similar era electronics and technology Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 Then you just end up with a 911 type parts bill without the 911. *Shudders at cheap 928* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 I guess I'll just hold out for a cheap coupe then that I can butcher into something I want Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarreraG50 Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 Do this Russ, Since the late 70’s when the 928 was introduced, many have called it the “German Corvette.” In almost every way, it outperformed Corvette’s for 20 years since its birthday. Unfortunately, the power under the hood was one thing that did not live up to the nick-name. So why not install a Chevy V8 and give it the boost in power and reliability it’s been begging for? I can tell you with confidence, the all aluminum LS V8 engine installation using the Renegade Hybrids conversion kit, is actually quite easy…and the results are fantastic. Plus, it's much lighter and smaller than the stock 928 engine which improves the handling and it makes maintenance a breeze. With the extra-added room in the engine bay of the 928, several LS-series motors and their accessory packages will fit in the 928 engine bay including the Corvette LS-7. Even carbureted versions of the LS based motors are an option if cost and simplicity are paramount. On the subject of engines, any new or used LS series GM V-8 will do wonderfully. Some minor modifications may be necessary, but you are welcome to call us for more specifics. If you are looking for our highest recommendation for a donor engine, Custom Built Motors has a program tailored for the Renegade Hybrids 928 customer. AND...With the purchase of our 928 LS series conversion kit, you are eligible for a discount with CBM if you call us first with your kit order! How can you beat a new, dyno-tuned, fuel-injected, 400+ horse power engine, with all the prep work done for your 928 conversion, and a rock solid warranty, for under $8,000? You can't...even with a used motor. This is why so many have turned to Renegade and CBM to provide the solution! For further information give us a call! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteamWolf Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 928 with an LS1 conversion would be awesomesauce tho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 on the subject of LS1 conversions, but totally off topic for this thread - I saw a Jalpa the other day (but not this one unfortunately) http://www.gtspirit.com/2013/07/08/gallery-600hp-australian-lamborghini-jalpa-by-j-brezic-photography/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 I like the idea of a Por-Vette Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteamWolf Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 I like the idea of a Por-Vette Por-mmodore? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzieman Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 *Shudders at cheap 928* I've heard it's like waving your tail in the mouth of a wolf. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 I don't know how anyone affords to pay mechanics these days. I had a problem with one of my Mercs which was giving me the irrits, so I rang a local specialist to inquire about them taking a look at it for me. I asked their hourly rate and it was $135hr. This problem I'd already spent many hours on and obviously they didn't know how long it would take for them to sort it out. Compared to hourly rates like that, parts seem really cheap, for Porsche's, Merc's, BMW's or whatever. So I guess what I was saying is as 911's are known to be quite reliable and fairly simple to work on + parts aren't too dear, if you can do the spanner work, have the time and patience, they shouldn't ruin you financially. A 928 on the other hand, I wouldn't be rushing there. LS on the other hand mmmmm. I think the appeal of a car like this boxing kangaroo is purist would not be able to run the other way fast enough and anyone not able to work on it them self should probably do the same. This leaves a limited number of interested parties who might just snag a bargain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 have you spoken to Peter Henderson in Albion for merc stuff? I had to laugh the other day at the kleema switch on a W124 (or however it's spelt) designed to disable the air conditioning compressor in the event it's doing different RPM to the crank so you don't break your drive belt... unlike every other car I've worked on where the belt is sacrificial Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Posted 24September, 2013 Report Share Posted 24September, 2013 Mate, I own 8 cars, I can't afford to talk to anyone abut anything! That said, I have had Valley Car Clinic do some work recently I was happy with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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