1978 928 at public auction in Maryland tomorrow
#47
Thanks for all the kind words everyone. I am very excited. I wish I knew how to respond to everyone's questions and comments using the multi quote thingy. But I don't.
I want to start a new thread with my lengthy response that I posted on page 2 with even more picture and a video or two. Is it ok to do that? or should I delete my comments here first?
Here is a picture of US#412 I found on the internet before I owned it
I want to start a new thread with my lengthy response that I posted on page 2 with even more picture and a video or two. Is it ok to do that? or should I delete my comments here first?
Here is a picture of US#412 I found on the internet before I owned it
#48
^^^^I'm glad you explained that picture^^^^
I was just about to quit my job and become a struggling musician...lol.
Don't know why you couldn't start another topic and your plans and restoration of #413. I was thinking about starting a topic about 78's only, and ask folks with 78's to post as many pictures of their car as possible, inside, outside, underneath, engine compartment, etc, etc. Make for a great reference source.
Brian.
I was just about to quit my job and become a struggling musician...lol.
Don't know why you couldn't start another topic and your plans and restoration of #413. I was thinking about starting a topic about 78's only, and ask folks with 78's to post as many pictures of their car as possible, inside, outside, underneath, engine compartment, etc, etc. Make for a great reference source.
Brian.
#50
I think you found a fine example, and the pictures you have taken show you knew about some of the 928's weak points, for example the WW filler neck. You really did do your homework! And the photo of its previous existence does confirm that is was well cared for by an enthusiast. Good stuff all around!
BTW, multiquoting is easy, click on the center quote icon (has a plus sign under the quotes) and when you have collected everything you want to quote, click on "Post Reply" in the lower left immediately after the last post.
Congratulations again!
BTW, multiquoting is easy, click on the center quote icon (has a plus sign under the quotes) and when you have collected everything you want to quote, click on "Post Reply" in the lower left immediately after the last post.
Congratulations again!
#51
great grab. You found what looks like a fantastic platform that isn't too far away from being a really good early example. Can't beat the price either!
Looking forward to following this one.
Looking forward to following this one.
#52
Nice grab!
I have extensive scarring from resurrecting an '83 Euro- also CIS injected and I'm not too far away. Still don't consider myself an expert, but if you want a local set of hands/eyes/ideas at some point, shoot me a message.
I have extensive scarring from resurrecting an '83 Euro- also CIS injected and I'm not too far away. Still don't consider myself an expert, but if you want a local set of hands/eyes/ideas at some point, shoot me a message.
#53
#55
i'm still having trouble figuring out how OB 928 winds up at a public auction...? just seems so odd. did you get any paperwork at all with the purchase? typically, you get next to nothing at auctions. great score - could luck going forward.
#56
Estate sale, charity donation , someone who does not wish to do ebay or craigslist for lack of computer skills or fear of strangers......While it may have been much loved and cared for odds are that person is no longer in charge for one reason or another. The photo shows what looks like an extra garage built for three "special" cars.
#57
I also acquired a very nice one owner 86.5 5 speed 70,000 mile off a school auction. It was donated to the gas engines class and nobody wanted to explore it. Got it for a great price.
#58
It's fantastic! Please change the fuel lines. Don't want to see her burn. Being deep into 2 OB refurbs, I have learned a lot. Feel free to PM me if you get stuck.
Good luck, she's a real beauty.
Good luck, she's a real beauty.
#59
It's fantastic! Please change the fuel lines. Don't want to see her burn. Being deep into 2 OB refurbs, I have learned a lot. Feel free to PM me if you get stuck.
Do I need to get Greg browns ones? or could I get with with something a tad less expensive?
Good luck, she's a real beauty.
Do I need to get Greg browns ones? or could I get with with something a tad less expensive?
Good luck, she's a real beauty.
I think you found a fine example, and the pictures you have taken show you knew about some of the 928's weak points, for example the WW filler neck. You really did do your homework! And the photo of its previous existence does confirm that is was well cared for by an enthusiast. Good stuff all around!
BTW, multiquoting is easy, click on the center quote icon (has a plus sign under the quotes) and when you have collected everything you want to quote, click on "Post Reply" in the lower left immediately after the last post.
Thanks I have learned a lot i.e. read a lot. Now I need to see how it goes in real life
Congratulations again!
BTW, multiquoting is easy, click on the center quote icon (has a plus sign under the quotes) and when you have collected everything you want to quote, click on "Post Reply" in the lower left immediately after the last post.
Thanks I have learned a lot i.e. read a lot. Now I need to see how it goes in real life
Congratulations again!
^^^^I'm glad you explained that picture^^^^
I was just about to quit my job and become a struggling musician...lol.
Don't know why you couldn't start another topic and your plans and restoration of #413. I was thinking about starting a topic about 78's only, and ask folks with 78's to post as many pictures of their car as possible, inside, outside, underneath, engine compartment, etc, etc. Make for a great reference source.
Brian.
I was just about to quit my job and become a struggling musician...lol.
Don't know why you couldn't start another topic and your plans and restoration of #413. I was thinking about starting a topic about 78's only, and ask folks with 78's to post as many pictures of their car as possible, inside, outside, underneath, engine compartment, etc, etc. Make for a great reference source.
Brian.
Look carefully for bends/ripples and possible welding seams in the front structure that might indicate a rebuild in that area. Look also at the front bumper area and the apron (where the hood latch engages) for repairs too. You likely won't be able to look at frame rails and horns except through the engine bay, but worth a look there and maybe underneath.
Lots of cars have fenders replaced. Ditto the hood, looking for original color throughout. Shop smart!
Lots of cars have fenders replaced. Ditto the hood, looking for original color throughout. Shop smart!
I will be starting a new thread