74 Targa sold for 32K !
05-28-2011, 06:38 PM
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Everyone has hated the 74-77 911 forever, bad head studs blah, blah, blah. In reality they are good cars and any engines issues have mostly been fixed at this point. There is not a lot of difference between the early cars and the 74-77 models. The only difference between a US 74-77 911S and Carrera is the rear fenders and a spoiler but folks will pay a substanial premium for a Carrera. The cats out of the bag on the 75 turbo's been very expensive for a long time. Seem's like the seller of the $32K targa has an axe to grind so I am not buying the sales price.
Phil
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05-30-2011, 10:44 AM
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IMHO that is way to much even for one that is mint condition, I own a 77 2,7 and yes it is quite quick. Faster than I ever thought it could be. But for that kind of money I would have rather bought a 993. BTW I got my car for a steal at $5k and it is very clean.
Low miles, perfect compression etc. But if the owner is happy with his purchase than so be it
Low miles, perfect compression etc. But if the owner is happy with his purchase than so be it
05-31-2011, 09:40 PM
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Its ALWAYS a matter of time.. Folks said "longhoods" would never be worth much.. and from the late '70s till the early 90s this was relatively true. Then they said "midyears" would never be worth much and well.. 30 years later they are worth "something"... but I am sure if adjusted for inflation they are still not worth as much as they cost new.
My folks had a '74S which was a fun car. Just as quick as an SC (lighter, better final gear ratio than the later cars), none of the emissions crap.. but still, the motor failed at 30K miles, so in went a more proper one.
Most midyears as they were suffering in the market place became the basis for many projects, often resulting in 3.0-3.6 motors and rear flares. When you think about how few overall 74-77 911s were built, then figure out the wrecks, the "carrera" models, and you likely don't end up with too many "original" or restored examples.
Who knows, maybe even someday the 996's folks mock will suddenly "be worth something" someday.
My folks had a '74S which was a fun car. Just as quick as an SC (lighter, better final gear ratio than the later cars), none of the emissions crap.. but still, the motor failed at 30K miles, so in went a more proper one.
Most midyears as they were suffering in the market place became the basis for many projects, often resulting in 3.0-3.6 motors and rear flares. When you think about how few overall 74-77 911s were built, then figure out the wrecks, the "carrera" models, and you likely don't end up with too many "original" or restored examples.
Who knows, maybe even someday the 996's folks mock will suddenly "be worth something" someday.
06-03-2011, 10:34 PM
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Please educate me guys... I almost bought a '77 back in '91, but Jim Newton of Automobile Associates (Canton, CT) steered me away and recommended an SC. From memory, he talked about the 2.7's magnesium crankcase and their propensity to "weep" oil... A design change of course took effect in the SCs...
Is this still not the issue?
Not trying to stir the pot - just want to understand the latest thinking.
Thanks,
-Blake
Is this still not the issue?
Not trying to stir the pot - just want to understand the latest thinking.
Thanks,
-Blake
06-03-2011, 10:41 PM
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He was probably mostly right. The 2.7 issues can be addressed, but the SC is a much better car. Of the midyear 911s, the '74 is different and always will be, especially the S or Carrera.
06-03-2011, 10:49 PM
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As I get older, I am appreciating the early 911s even more. I really want a '74 RS at some point in my life (bucket list)... I had the pleasure of driving in one over the UK recently and it was unbelievable. Thanks for the heads-up on the 74S & Carrera. I'll be using Rennlist search to learn more...
-B
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06-03-2011, 10:53 PM
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It's always been my belief that a car is worth as much as the person is willing to pay for the car. That said... some cars go for bonkers prices. Someone around here was asking 20k for a really old 2.7 slant nose replica, last 2.7 around here i saw didn't go for much. But... again, if someone is willing to pay for it ....
