Couldn't Help Myself, Have her home now, pics added |
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Couldn't Help Myself, Have her home now, pics added |
somd914 |
Nov 14 2015, 09:02 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 1,171 Joined: 21-February 11 From: Southern Maryland Member No.: 12,741 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I guess I am addicted... Bought another '73, will pick her up next weekend.
This one was a stalled project that sat for several years due to health issues. A friend of a friend who is a long-time reputable 356 mechanic/restorer purchased her (friends with the owner who started the project) and put her together sans new paint. I wasn't in the market, but this was one of those Cars and Coffee deals that I couldn't pass up. It's the proverbial SOCAL rust free car - yes, we've all heard that before, but the body is exceptionally clean and solid, had been re-sprayed at some point but trunks, door jambs, and underside are original paint. Engine is a fresh FAT Performance 2258 that outshines my 2056, new brakes, 5 bolt conversion, new suspension, re-chromed bumpers, wart removal, etc. Also comes with a large parts stash which I will likely sell most of it. Holding receipts for engine and parts north of $20k... Ravenna green isn't my favorite, but I will stick with it - not going the expense of a proper color change. Given the reputation of the mechanic who put it together, and given the overall condition, how could I say no? Am I crazy? More pics next weekend once I get her home. |
altitude411 |
Nov 14 2015, 09:15 AM
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I drove my 6 into a tree Group: Members Posts: 1,306 Joined: 21-September 14 From: montana Member No.: 17,932 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) She looks sweet. Congratulations. Standing by for more photo's.
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mepstein |
Nov 14 2015, 09:25 AM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,343 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I don't know what you paid but I'm betting you made out well. Ravenna isn't my first choice but it is one of those colors that "pops" on the road. Probably one of those colors that would grow on me and become one of my favorites over time.
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TargaToy |
Nov 14 2015, 09:28 AM
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-NONSOLIS RADIOS SEDIOUIS FULMINA MITTO- Group: Members Posts: 693 Joined: 26-March 10 From: DelMarVa Peninsula Member No.: 11,509 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Congrats, Scott. Looks like a good buy. Looking fwd to more pics!
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914-300Hemi |
Nov 14 2015, 09:40 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,361 Joined: 7-September 06 From: San Dimas, CA Member No.: 6,794 Region Association: Southern California |
Congrats looks like a great buy.
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Montreal914 |
Nov 14 2015, 09:49 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,606 Joined: 8-August 10 From: Claremont, CA Member No.: 12,023 Region Association: Southern California |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif) WOW! Nice catch.
I'm sure Ravenna green will grown on you. I personally think it's a very nice 914 color that fits with the era. |
somd914 |
Nov 14 2015, 10:01 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 1,171 Joined: 21-February 11 From: Southern Maryland Member No.: 12,741 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Thanks guys.
Agree ravenna green will likely grow on me, it is already to some degree. Hopefully I'll have the paint finished in time for Hershey this spring. I envision something along these lines. The polished Fuchs will go up for sale this winter. I have Fuchs on the other teener and the Carrera, so time for something different, Cookie Cutters, now to find them. Not sure whether to go with a standard black top or go painted, but since the car comes with two tops, I'll have one painted and have the option to go either way. - Scott |
Cairo94507 |
Nov 14 2015, 10:04 AM
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Michael Group: Members Posts: 9,865 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California |
I like that color on a 914. I am glad someone in our community scored that car - it appears to be sweet. Looking forward to seeing some good photos. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)
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whitetwinturbo |
Nov 14 2015, 09:38 PM
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Honey, does this wing make my ass look fat? Group: Members Posts: 1,391 Joined: 22-October 11 From: Newport Beach/Kalefornya/USA Member No.: 13,704 Region Association: Southern California |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) LOVE IT and LOVE the color!
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EdwardBlume |
Nov 15 2015, 07:11 AM
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914 Wizard Group: Members Posts: 12,338 Joined: 2-January 03 From: SLO Member No.: 81 Region Association: Central California |
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A guy had one in N Cal years ago and called it Kermit. Being color blind, I always thought it was yellow. Come to realize, I haven't seen many since. It would be interesting to know how many are really out there. May be a rare color. |
EdwardBlume |
Nov 15 2015, 07:11 AM
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914 Wizard Group: Members Posts: 12,338 Joined: 2-January 03 From: SLO Member No.: 81 Region Association: Central California |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) A guy had one in N Cal years ago and called it Kermit. Being color blind, I always thought it was yellow. Come to realize, I haven't seen many since. It would be interesting to know how many are really out there. May be a rare color. Then again, I'm color blind... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif) Congrats again! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) |
somd914 |
Nov 15 2015, 07:23 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 1,171 Joined: 21-February 11 From: Southern Maryland Member No.: 12,741 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
The more I think about raveena green the more I like it.
Our current teener is polar silver compliments of the PO. Car was originally silver but PO chose a new shade. Not that I dislike silver on teeners, but polar silver has a blue undertone that doesn't compliment the chrome and polished trim. My plans had been to respray it the original silver at some point. But that will be my son's problem now. Once he finishes college next year he will take on our current '73, then the Ravenna green one will stay with me. |
Porschef |
Nov 15 2015, 07:32 AM
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How you doin' Group: Members Posts: 2,170 Joined: 7-September 10 From: LawnGuyland Member No.: 12,152 Region Association: North East States |
Congratulations, very nice! IMO Raveena is one of the best colors for a 914, very 70's, and uncommon. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)
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scotty b |
Nov 15 2015, 07:47 AM
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rust free you say ? Group: Members Posts: 16,375 Joined: 7-January 05 From: richmond, Va. Member No.: 3,419 Region Association: None |
I was just pushing someone else to buy that car a couple weeks ago instead of one I am selling. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) Either way it went to a good home (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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r_towle |
Nov 15 2015, 08:50 AM
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Custom Member Group: Members Posts: 24,599 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Taxachusetts Member No.: 124 Region Association: North East States |
I was just pushing someone else to buy that car a couple weeks ago instead of one I am selling. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) Either way it went to a good home (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Ok, don't go into sales professionally, you may starve. |
Larmo63 |
Nov 15 2015, 11:17 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,264 Joined: 3-March 14 From: San Clemente, Ca Member No.: 17,068 Region Association: Southern California |
Wow, those wheels couldn't look more perfect on that car. I'd have a very hard time taking those off for anything else.
Congrats on a great looking car, I'm green with envy. |
Dave_Darling |
Nov 15 2015, 03:34 PM
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914 Idiot Group: Members Posts: 15,002 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Silicon Valley / Kailua-Kona Member No.: 121 Region Association: Northern California |
Psst--it's Ravenna, not Raveena. Named after the city in Italy.
--DD |
somd914 |
Nov 15 2015, 08:11 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 1,171 Joined: 21-February 11 From: Southern Maryland Member No.: 12,741 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Psst--it's Ravenna, not Raveena. Named after the city in Italy. --DD (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) Obviously not a student of the factory colors... And typical of Dave Darling, 100% correct and tactfully delivered. |
somd914 |
Nov 15 2015, 08:16 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 1,171 Joined: 21-February 11 From: Southern Maryland Member No.: 12,741 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I was just pushing someone else to buy that car a couple weeks ago instead of one I am selling. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) Either way it went to a good home (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) The World is smaller than I thought... I'll take it as good news that you were recommending this teener to others... |
rick 918-S |
Nov 16 2015, 01:39 PM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,520 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region |
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