Advice on purchasing a Porsche 930 targa
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Hi I would like to introduce myself my name is Mick and i am 45 years old and I have always fantasise about having a 911 Porsche I am at the age now where i can afford one within reason I know that I'm just like a lot of other guys of my age you remember these Cars has kids
And it's a minefield out there I've been studying these cars for about two years And I have decided I would like Porsche 911 930 targa not quite sure on the year yet
But I have seen a USA import which I would like your advice and comments please
Porsche 911s Targa 1976, 41k miles, COA, matching numbers, full porsche history 1976 Porsche 911 S Targa was supplied new to the west coast of the U.S.A and has resided in and around the states of California and Oregon up until 2013, when it was imported to the UK. Supplied with a full Porsche service history with stamped book and original service and maintenance manual, this lovely example has covered a mere 40,000 miles from new. The car is offered with a Certificate of Authenticity from Porsche which confirms the engine is original from 1976. The car was used on on a monthly basis until the late 1990s when the owner passed away. The car was then left in dry storage for 7 years or so until the family decided to sell to the previous owner. He spent approximately $16,000 on various works. This included new Targa top, new carpets, new windshield, new fuel tank, fuel pump, new regulators, electronic ignition system, new headlining, upgraded oil cooler, new brake discs and pads and rebuilt callipers. The previous owner also had the original engine rebuilt at approximately 30k miles. Steel inserts were all put in for new cylinders and the cam was relined bored.
Finished in black with black leather interior, the car was also repainted early last year and the paint remains in good condition. Offered with ten months left on the MoT with no advisories, UK registration document and a fully stamped service book by Porsche california, it is very rare to find such a low mileage classic Porsche with a full history. The 2.7 S Targa surely represents the best value classic 911 money can buy today and this 2.7 S is ready to be used and enjoyed. Everything works as it should.
Chassis Number: 9116212030 Engine Number: 6561707
Any advice appreciated
And it's a minefield out there I've been studying these cars for about two years And I have decided I would like Porsche 911 930 targa not quite sure on the year yet
But I have seen a USA import which I would like your advice and comments please
Porsche 911s Targa 1976, 41k miles, COA, matching numbers, full porsche history 1976 Porsche 911 S Targa was supplied new to the west coast of the U.S.A and has resided in and around the states of California and Oregon up until 2013, when it was imported to the UK. Supplied with a full Porsche service history with stamped book and original service and maintenance manual, this lovely example has covered a mere 40,000 miles from new. The car is offered with a Certificate of Authenticity from Porsche which confirms the engine is original from 1976. The car was used on on a monthly basis until the late 1990s when the owner passed away. The car was then left in dry storage for 7 years or so until the family decided to sell to the previous owner. He spent approximately $16,000 on various works. This included new Targa top, new carpets, new windshield, new fuel tank, fuel pump, new regulators, electronic ignition system, new headlining, upgraded oil cooler, new brake discs and pads and rebuilt callipers. The previous owner also had the original engine rebuilt at approximately 30k miles. Steel inserts were all put in for new cylinders and the cam was relined bored.
Finished in black with black leather interior, the car was also repainted early last year and the paint remains in good condition. Offered with ten months left on the MoT with no advisories, UK registration document and a fully stamped service book by Porsche california, it is very rare to find such a low mileage classic Porsche with a full history. The 2.7 S Targa surely represents the best value classic 911 money can buy today and this 2.7 S is ready to be used and enjoyed. Everything works as it should.
Chassis Number: 9116212030 Engine Number: 6561707
Any advice appreciated
Edited by micky21 on Friday 2nd January 16:52
Hi I would like to introduce myself my name is Mick and i am 45 years old and I have always fantasise about having a 911 Porsche I am at the age now where i can afford one within reason I know that I'm just like a lot of other guys of my age you remember these Cars has kids
And it's a minefield out there I've been studying these cars for about two years And I have decided I would like Porsche 911 930 targa not quite sure on the year yet
But I have seen a USA import which I would like your advice and comments please
Porsche 911s Targa 1976, 41k miles, COA, matching numbers, full porsche history 1976 Porsche 911 S Targa was supplied new to the west coast of the U.S.A and has resided in and around the states of California and Oregon up until 2013, when it was imported to the UK. Supplied with a full Porsche service history with stamped book and original service and maintenance manual, this lovely example has covered a mere 40,000 miles from new. The car is offered with a Certificate of Authenticity from Porsche which confirms the engine is original from 1976. The car was used on on a monthly basis until the late 1990s when the owner passed away. The car was then left in dry storage for 7 years or so until the family decided to sell to the previous owner. He spent approximately $16,000 on various works. This included new Targa top, new carpets, new windshield, new fuel tank, fuel pump, new regulators, electronic ignition system, new headlining, upgraded oil cooler, new brake discs and pads and rebuilt callipers. The previous owner also had the original engine rebuilt at approximately 30k miles. Steel inserts were all put in for new cylinders and the cam was relined bored.
Finished in black with black leather interior, the car was also repainted early last year and the paint remains in good condition. Offered with ten months left on the MoT with no advisories, UK registration document and a fully stamped service book by Porsche california, it is very rare to find such a low mileage classic Porsche with a full history. The 2.7 S Targa surely represents the best value classic 911 money can buy today and this 2.7 S is ready to be used and enjoyed. Everything works as it should.
Chassis Number: 9116212030 Engine Number: 6561707
Any advice appreciated
And it's a minefield out there I've been studying these cars for about two years And I have decided I would like Porsche 911 930 targa not quite sure on the year yet
But I have seen a USA import which I would like your advice and comments please
Porsche 911s Targa 1976, 41k miles, COA, matching numbers, full porsche history 1976 Porsche 911 S Targa was supplied new to the west coast of the U.S.A and has resided in and around the states of California and Oregon up until 2013, when it was imported to the UK. Supplied with a full Porsche service history with stamped book and original service and maintenance manual, this lovely example has covered a mere 40,000 miles from new. The car is offered with a Certificate of Authenticity from Porsche which confirms the engine is original from 1976. The car was used on on a monthly basis until the late 1990s when the owner passed away. The car was then left in dry storage for 7 years or so until the family decided to sell to the previous owner. He spent approximately $16,000 on various works. This included new Targa top, new carpets, new windshield, new fuel tank, fuel pump, new regulators, electronic ignition system, new headlining, upgraded oil cooler, new brake discs and pads and rebuilt callipers. The previous owner also had the original engine rebuilt at approximately 30k miles. Steel inserts were all put in for new cylinders and the cam was relined bored.
Finished in black with black leather interior, the car was also repainted early last year and the paint remains in good condition. Offered with ten months left on the MoT with no advisories, UK registration document and a fully stamped service book by Porsche california, it is very rare to find such a low mileage classic Porsche with a full history. The 2.7 S Targa surely represents the best value classic 911 money can buy today and this 2.7 S is ready to be used and enjoyed. Everything works as it should.
Chassis Number: 9116212030 Engine Number: 6561707
Any advice appreciated
Edited by micky21 on Friday 2nd January 16:52
Interior looks stock. Looks like it may have factory aircon too. The exterior brightwork ought to be just that, bright; the black trim came in on'78/79 model SCs. Not sure why they have applied dynamat to the underside of the engine lid either. The rust on the instrument bezels is a little at odds with the rest of the car though. Difficult to judge from the photos, but it looks to be worth a PPI. Final point, I don't think the Fuchs were an option on that year car, but I do prefer them to the cookie cutters that were standard fitment.
Micky - superficially this looks quite nice and the price probably about right But ! There is potential for a lot of trouble so I would strongly recommend you get an experienced guy to undertake an inspection. I don't know where you are in the country but if you are on the south coast recommend Jon Mitchell in Christchurch. There are plenty of others of course and Peter Morgan is perhaps the best known. I have owned a few 911s now and I would be looking hard ar Kidney Bowls, chassis, wheel arches front and rear and sills. I would also be looking at the Gear Box.
Let us know how it goes
Let us know how it goes
Micky - superficially this looks quite nice and the price probably about right But ! There is potential for a lot of trouble so I would strongly recommend you get an experienced guy to undertake an inspection. I don't know where you are in the country but if you are on the south coast recommend Jon Mitchell in Christchurch. There are plenty of others of course and Peter Morgan is perhaps the best known. I have owned a few 911s now and I would be looking hard ar Kidney Bowls, chassis, wheel arches front and rear and sills. I would also be looking at the Gear Box.
Let us know how it goes
Let us know how it goes
iguana said:
Seems a lot of dosh for perhaps the least desirable of engine & body combos.
By the way 930 is the ref often given to the early turbos, not an na 911.
Mate, everything is overpriced now. Remember the last time that happened? Early '90s....people paying big money for the dregs?...By the way 930 is the ref often given to the early turbos, not an na 911.
Thanks guys for all your comments very appreciated this is a great site for getting advice its helped me make my mind up with this one
I've decided not to go with it to many issues not being experienced enough could catch a cold but I'm learning all time
I think it's gonna be hard to find a good honest car for my money any ideas I'll been looking in Holland
I don't Mind a bit of a project within reason I just want the car to be of good calibre and history originality
I've decided not to go with it to many issues not being experienced enough could catch a cold but I'm learning all time
I think it's gonna be hard to find a good honest car for my money any ideas I'll been looking in Holland
I don't Mind a bit of a project within reason I just want the car to be of good calibre and history originality
Thanks guys for all your comments very appreciated this is a great site for getting advice its helped me make my mind up with this one
I've decided not to go with it to many issues not being experienced enough could catch a cold but I'm learning all time
I think it's gonna be hard to find a good honest car for my money any ideas I'll been looking in Holland
I don't Mind a bit of a project within reason I just want the car to be of good calibre and history originality
I've decided not to go with it to many issues not being experienced enough could catch a cold but I'm learning all time
I think it's gonna be hard to find a good honest car for my money any ideas I'll been looking in Holland
I don't Mind a bit of a project within reason I just want the car to be of good calibre and history originality
The problem with a 'project' 911 is that what looks like superficial rot around the door shuts on the rear wings is a sure sign that the kidney bowls, sills and associated metal are all in need of replacement. The bubbling round the headlights has worked its way from the inside out and you'll need a pair of (expensive) factory wings. The bubbling around the rear of the side windows means that the rear wings are going to need replacing and the couple of bubbles under the front screen on the passenger side will require a repair to that area.
Then you'll have to have it painted and that little lot isn't going to give you much change from £15k if someone good does the work.
Even if you buy a nice shiny car, how do you know whether the remedial work has been done and it hasn't just been filled and lashed up with a shiny paint job?
Then you'll have to have it painted and that little lot isn't going to give you much change from £15k if someone good does the work.
Even if you buy a nice shiny car, how do you know whether the remedial work has been done and it hasn't just been filled and lashed up with a shiny paint job?
rubystone said:
The problem with a 'project' 911 is that what looks like superficial rot around the door shuts on the rear wings is a sure sign that the kidney bowls, sills and associated metal are all in need of replacement. The bubbling round the headlights has worked its way from the inside out and you'll need a pair of (expensive) factory wings. The bubbling around the rear of the side windows means that the rear wings are going to need replacing and the couple of bubbles under the front screen on the passenger side will require a repair to that area.
Then you'll have to have it painted and that little lot isn't going to give you much change from £15k if someone good does the work.
Even if you buy a nice shiny car, how do you know whether the remedial work has been done and it hasn't just been filled and lashed up with a shiny paint job?
Ruby thank you for your advice much appreciated But this is why it's so hard I think the best thing is to have it inspected then you know where you standThen you'll have to have it painted and that little lot isn't going to give you much change from £15k if someone good does the work.
Even if you buy a nice shiny car, how do you know whether the remedial work has been done and it hasn't just been filled and lashed up with a shiny paint job?
I've seen another Porsche that I'm interested in again it's got the 2.7 engine done 75000m
Are these engines that bad can you give me some advice on them should I steer clear or is it something I could manage the first 15 years of my working life I was a lorry mechanic so I know a bit about engines
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