NA944 Posted 28July, 2016 Report Share Posted 28July, 2016 Hi all,I'm looking at purchasing a 1979 911 Targa. I just wanted to get your feedback as to what I should look out for and what the vin number and engine numbers should read. I had a look online and there's not a lot of info for aus delivered carsAny special options I should look out for and what's everyone's thoughts on targa's? I know recently the coupes are all the rage Thanks in advance for your feedbackNed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coastr Posted 28July, 2016 Report Share Posted 28July, 2016 You need to check whether It is Aus delivered or not. Rust is a major issue and you need to find out whether the engine/gearbox are in good condition.the vin decoders available online will show whether it is a ROW car and if the year lines up. For the SC the major mechanical issues are broken head studs and gearbox needing rebuild. These can usually be only checked with a thorough inspection. You can't usually pick a head stud break from the outside and fixing one usually involves at least a top end rebuild.If you are not familiar with 911s paying a shop for a pre purchase inspection is a good investment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diamond911 Posted 28July, 2016 Report Share Posted 28July, 2016 Hi Ned, there are plenty of VIN decoder websites such as this one: https://www.stuttcars.com/technical/vin-decoder/ According to that decoder a 1979 SCTarga VIN should read: 911931xxxx eg 9119310001-9119311874 according to http://www.adelgigs.com/911scproductiondata.shtml The 1979 SC VIN doesn't appear to distinguish between country. eg some VINs have a different number for US delivered vs ROW cars such as Australia. You would need to look at the books, run the VIN past Porsche Australia or check the POA if available to confirm Australian delivered.The engine number should read 6390001 + according to http://www.adelgigs.com/911scproductiondata.shtml As you're aware, Targa's and Cabs are not as popular as coupe's and are therefore priced accordingly. Personally I love Targa's.No special options on an SC that I am aware of it just comes down to taste. here's a comprehensive list of option codes: http://www.adelgigs.com/911options.shtml and a PPI form a reputable Porsche specialist independent of where the car is usually serviced is recommended.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NA944 Posted 28July, 2016 Author Report Share Posted 28July, 2016 Thanks for the info that is really helpful. I will most certainly use your info when I am inspecting the car this weekend. What's the general price guide these days for an Aussie 911 targa in today's market? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diamond911 Posted 28July, 2016 Report Share Posted 28July, 2016 a few benchmarks on the market but it all comes down to originality (matching numbers/factory colour/wheels/steering wheel etc), paint condition, interior condition and maintenance history. A set of nice Fuchs for example will set you back thousands $$$ if not on the car already. Australian delivered seem to ask a premium of 20-30% or so. Similarly, Targa's are generally at a reduction to coupes of 20-30% or so as well.$89k http://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/details/Porsche-911-1979/OAG-AD-13028700/?Cr=13$65K http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Porsche-911-1983/SSE-AD-4105994/?Cr=16$63K http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Porsche-911-1980/SSE-AD-3883653/?Cr=21$65K http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/canning-vale/cars-vans-utes/1982-porsche-911-targa/1115894696$72K http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/cranbourne/cars-vans-utes/1978-porsche-911-sc-targa/1111941184 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarreraG50 Posted 29July, 2016 Report Share Posted 29July, 2016 option codes can be found herehttp://www.pedrosgarage.com/Site/Porsche_Option_Codes_List.htmlIf you can get a peek at the owners manual/VIN, you should be able to determine where and whatthe car was delivered with Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NA944 Posted 29July, 2016 Author Report Share Posted 29July, 2016 Thanks for the info guys. The only problem is I don't have a lot of info on the car other than that it is a 79 Aussie car. It is quite a distance away so I'm just trying to gather as much info as I can so I can do the right checks when I actually physically inspect the car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonN Posted 29July, 2016 Report Share Posted 29July, 2016 One of the key things in assessing a car from a distance is the service log book. I would be asking for a scan of the front page with the numbers and delivery details, so you can contact PCA to verify. In addition, I would like to see all the stamps in the book to show it has been serviced. It will give you an idea about how the car has been looked after. And after you have seen it, get an independent PPI. I am sure when you are happy to progress to that stage, somebody on here will be able to recommend a suitable place near to where the car is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NA944 Posted 30July, 2016 Author Report Share Posted 30July, 2016 Update: So I viewed the car this arvo, chassis no was along the lines of 91A0131... Engine no 639...Car presents well overall, not concourse. Obvious question is the chassis number is not of the same sequence as those posted by Diamond911. Any input would be great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
81SC Posted 30July, 2016 Report Share Posted 30July, 2016 Did you happen to get the engine type number? This car you're looking at appears to be a 1980 model year, with a 1979 engine.Hope this info helps you NA944.These are extracts from Patrick Paternie's Porsche 911 Red Book.M Series - produced from August 1978 to July 1979.Model Chassis serial no. Engine serial no. Produced911SC ROW 9119300001-9119303319 6390001-on(930/03) 3,319 A Program - produced from August 1979 to July 1980.Model Chassis serial no. Engine serial no. Produced911SC ROW 91AO130001-91AO134831 6300001-on(930/09) 4,831 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NA944 Posted 30July, 2016 Author Report Share Posted 30July, 2016 I didn't get the full engine number but it was definately 639 first 3 digits. Does the 79 engine have a 5 blade fan? This one had more than 5...Seemed a bit funny to me when I check the numbersHelps a lot thanks mate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
81SC Posted 30July, 2016 Report Share Posted 30July, 2016 Borrowed this photo from the net.Green: engine serial number.Yellow: engine type number. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveC Posted 11October, 2016 Report Share Posted 11October, 2016 a few benchmarks on the market but it all comes down to originality (matching numbers/factory colour/wheels/steering wheel etc), paint condition, interior condition and maintenance history. A set of nice Fuchs for example will set you back thousands $$$ if not on the car already. Australian delivered seem to ask a premium of 20-30% or so. Similarly, Targa's are generally at a reduction to coupes of 20-30% or so as well.$89k http://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/details/Porsche-911-1979/OAG-AD-13028700/?Cr=13$65K http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Porsche-911-1983/SSE-AD-4105994/?Cr=16$63K http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Porsche-911-1980/SSE-AD-3883653/?Cr=21$65K http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/canning-vale/cars-vans-utes/1982-porsche-911-targa/1115894696$72K http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/cranbourne/cars-vans-utes/1978-porsche-911-sc-targa/1111941184 4 months on... all cars excluding the gummies are patiently sitting thereseems like the market is coupe or nothing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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