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2 hours ago, consideringa911 said:

I was thinking of more the view from front as the 964 front bumper is a bit heavier so the ducktail may not match it. However, I'm more than prepared to eat my hat because that's a lovely looking car there, Symsy! Got one I could buy?

And very true about the hotrod - that's probably the right place!

Was thinking more that none of the engine/transmission is close to what Porsche was offering in 1976 and wondering if that might be an issue - base 3.3L motor and G50 box is Porsche but different turbo, intercooler, etc. Apparently the guards are FG. But I don't have the experience to make a call on what can be achieved through a NSW club rego.

To be 100% legal you would need an engineers certificate, which would not be a problem, but you could probably get it registered without if you had a sympathetic blue slip or historic assessor ;)

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2 hours ago, juzmister said:

Price drop to 99k...wonder what is fair value for something like this?

I guess it’s the usual whatever someone is willing to pay for it. :)  I have To declare I have some skin in the game as I have a 964 3.8 RSR replica/tribute so the perceived value is of interest. Main difference is I have gone down the path of putting a RSR spec 3.8 in it as opposed to the turbo motor trying to stay closer to the genuine item and the rest of the build is higher spec from a technical aspect. I like the g50 in it. Personal view is this would be a better tribute with a 3.8 in it. The turbo motor with the RSR 3.8 bodywork makes it a bit of a mis match. But would be a fun thing to pedal. 

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1 hour ago, MFX said:

To be 100% legal you would need an engineers certificate, which would not be a problem, but you could probably get it registered without if you had a sympathetic blue slip or historic assessor ;)

Thanks Jeff. Big 👍 on your YouTube channel. I’m still getting through the Porsche build and then on to the 240z and Alfarrari. Long way behind I know!

I called Richmond today (interested in getting a wide body) and there is zero paperwork on the car other than the out of date rego. Nothing on when or who did the motor, body work etc. No history of any maintenance either. Quite a mystery.

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20 hours ago, consideringa911 said:

Thanks Jeff. Big 👍 on your YouTube channel. I’m still getting through the Porsche build and then on to the 240z and Alfarrari. Long way behind I know!

I called Richmond today (interested in getting a wide body) and there is zero paperwork on the car other than the out of date rego. Nothing on when or who did the motor, body work etc. No history of any maintenance either. Quite a mystery.

Ring the RTA, or whatever they are called, in South Oz.  They may be able to shed some light on the subject, or at least give you a starting point.

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35 minutes ago, juzmister said:

No rego with the car - have to get it towed to a PPI :( I think it’s good value at 80k - enough budget to sort out the bits and pieces

I don't know SA Rules, but should be able to obtain a permit to drive to and fro mechanics. 

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40 minutes ago, juzmister said:

No rego with the car - have to get it towed to a PPI :( I think it’s good value at 80k - enough budget to sort out the bits and pieces

...and I would expect the Dealer staff should be willing to assist with arranging to drive it wherever, given you are interstate. 

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4 minutes ago, 3legs said:

Buiks (independant Porsche specialist) is just up the road from Richmonds and I'm sure they would use their trade plates to get it there.

The guys at Richmonds are a good mob and I'm sure they could arrange a PPI.

This. (Didn't know Buiks was that close by to them)

A car I once enquired on at Richmonds had been taken to Buiks for a PPI (not sure by whom), which the staff supplied me a copy. 

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10 hours ago, consideringa911 said:

I like the look and the turbo is a bonus (but I'd be happy without it) and agree about the wheel @Mike D'Silva

But with zero history, I'd be nervous about that engine but at the right price, this would be fun to have. So, what's that right price...? 

If you say that you would be happy without the turbo, then I think,this is the wrong car for you; I think this car is for someone who wants a turbo motor.

As for being nervous about it not having history, that would apply to any motor, NA or turbo. As has been suggested, leakdowns and compression will give you a pretty good idea but no guarantee. None of these older cars are as low maintenance as a New Camry. Need to adjust your mindsight and just accept it. 

If it's at a dealer, then they would have a dealer plate to drive it to ppi. Or the inspection shop would collect. All this stuff is not hard. It's all too easy to put up barriers to buying a car these days (I am guilty of it too sometimes). But then when the 'right' car comes up, guess what.. we all whinge that the price is too high.. and around and around we go.

Hopefully, you will soon be able to change your username to 'justboughta911'.  :)

Enjoy the forums.

 

 

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1 hour ago, flamingporsche said:

Rear spoiler looks out of square, not level?

I can see what you mean, but the photo is not exactly square on.  Can be difficult to get a square photo with these cars.

I would also like to confirm that it does have 930 suspension, especially the rear.

 

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3 hours ago, Mike D'Silva said:

If you say that you would be happy without the turbo, then I think,this is the wrong car for you; I think this car is for someone who wants a turbo motor.

As for being nervous about it not having history, that would apply to any motor, NA or turbo. As has been suggested, leakdowns and compression will give you a pretty good idea but no guarantee. None of these older cars are as low maintenance as a New Camry. Need to adjust your mindsight and just accept it. 

If it's at a dealer, then they would have a dealer plate to drive it to ppi. Or the inspection shop would collect. All this stuff is not hard. It's all too easy to put up barriers to buying a car these days (I am guilty of it too sometimes). But then when the 'right' car comes up, guess what.. we all whinge that the price is too high.. and around and around we go.

Hopefully, you will soon be able to change your username to 'justboughta911'.  :)

Enjoying the forums.

 

 

Yeah - the username is a bit naff but I lacked the imagination to come up with anything better. At least you've made my job easier for next time! Re the turbo - I'm happy with the extra power but it's not the principal thing I am looking for, namely a wide body that I can do a bit of spannering on. Agree that sometimes it's better just to bite the bullet and if the price was a bit lower (because I am trying to stick to a budget), I'd be prepared to do it and take the risk that I need to spend some more to get it right. Cheers!

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