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Posted by: Larmo63 Oct 5 2019, 12:05 PM

I am not a 914 owner as of a few weeks ago as a few people here already know. I traded my 914-6 conversion to Jon Bovey (Pee Green) for his '78 Targa 911 SC.

I think both sides are happy with the trade, I know I am. I'm moving on to a different Porsche chapter in my life.

This thing hauls ass.

Posted by: Superhawk996 Oct 5 2019, 12:10 PM

Congratulations.

Well that explains a lot. Thanks the advice on the merits of the 2.4L conversion. You were instrumental on me pulling the trigger!

Posted by: SirAndy Oct 5 2019, 12:34 PM

Posted by: ValcoOscar Oct 5 2019, 12:52 PM

Congrats...

Can we still play?

Oscar

Posted by: Larmo63 Oct 5 2019, 12:56 PM

Dang, Oscar, we can play faw shizzle.

Love that car!!!

Posted by: Coondog Oct 5 2019, 02:30 PM

You will be back...............They always come back...

Posted by: a9146luvr Oct 5 2019, 03:03 PM

Can you post a pic of the -6 conv to compare, the SC is beautiful!

Nevermind, i think i found (it found me actually) your original post. BOTH very nice cars! Congrats. It's great when everyone's happy.

Posted by: drem914 Oct 5 2019, 03:25 PM

Boy. first the 912 and now this? What has happened to you?

No, but seriously now, congrats. Hope to see you and the cars in person soon.

Posted by: bandjoey Oct 5 2019, 04:32 PM

(comentary for Larmo)
Might I recommend a great 911SC parts and service guy. You'll enjoy working with him...auto atlanta.

Posted by: ndfrigi Oct 5 2019, 05:26 PM

Larmo Noooooo!!!!
Well for sure u will be back to 914!
Enjoy that new toy!

Posted by: sb914 Oct 5 2019, 06:27 PM

Snob !!!

Posted by: Larmo63 Oct 5 2019, 07:41 PM

Ass dragger yes, but not a snob.......................yet.

Posted by: jim_hoyland Oct 5 2019, 07:57 PM

Cool ! Great color to boot.
Back in 2008 Jon was driving this Phoenix Red -6


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Posted by: oldschool Oct 5 2019, 09:33 PM

Very nice move....But I really like the -6

Posted by: ConeDodger Oct 5 2019, 09:43 PM

White wine and Velveta?

Posted by: horizontally-opposed Oct 5 2019, 10:10 PM

You did whut?


Seriously, great to meet you at RS4—albeit to briefly. If you find yourself near the Golden Gate Bridge, please reach out about grabbing lunch or a quick spin a 914.

Ramble on…

Posted by: raynekat Oct 5 2019, 11:33 PM

But, but....it's so green. And a targa!

Posted by: second wind Oct 5 2019, 11:40 PM

What is it like riding up so high?
gg

Posted by: second wind Oct 5 2019, 11:55 PM

Well you are a 914 ener for life. Beautiful Targa....bad ass Targa. Drive safe. I hear those cars handle funny.
All the best,
gg

Posted by: Krieger Oct 5 2019, 11:57 PM

Well, that will be a great doner car for your next 914/6 project!

Posted by: sixnotfour Oct 6 2019, 12:27 AM

ya I have an 87,,in backdate status,,,forever,,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bZmGtaqP68



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Posted by: 914-300Hemi Oct 6 2019, 01:09 AM

Congrats Larmo love the color.
You will love the 911. It is just a little different than the 914.

I’m sure you will still be allowed to come and play with us.

Posted by: buck toenges Oct 6 2019, 08:01 AM

What color is the green? I love the look.

Posted by: 914-300Hemi Oct 6 2019, 09:30 AM

Larmo,
What engine does it have?

Posted by: Carl La Fong Oct 6 2019, 10:22 AM

You all need to stop bothering Laymo with all these nonsensical (to him) questions. He is firmly planted on the 911 section of the bird board. He will no longer have time to spend entertaining the unwashed unsophisticated 914 family. Here's a tip for Laymo, when you throw your 911 into a hard turn and the rear end starts to break loose, immediately take your foot off the throttle.

Posted by: Carl La Fong Oct 6 2019, 10:24 AM

Having said all that. NICE CAR!!

Posted by: 914_teener Oct 6 2019, 10:41 AM

Cool car Lawrence.

I stayed mid engine though.

I petitioned for a license plate NOTA 911.

It was taken.

Posted by: Larmo63 Oct 6 2019, 06:17 PM

The car is a Euro spec '78 911 SC. 3.0 Engine built by Jeff Hines years ago, it really still goes faaaaasssst. 915 trans w/limited slip, Tarrett sway bars, Von shocks, full cage.

The color is one year only - Fern Green. I like it, and the car was this color from the factory.

I'm doing small 'projects' on it here and there, really learning about the car.

Posted by: Gmanscott55 Oct 6 2019, 08:24 PM

Congrats! Can hardly wait o see it up close.

Posted by: rick 918-S Oct 6 2019, 09:22 PM

You'll be back. Nice donor

Posted by: ConeDodger Oct 6 2019, 10:06 PM

Bitchin’. Jon’s back?

Posted by: ConeDodger Oct 6 2019, 10:07 PM

Lawrence...

Are you tryin’ to get in to RGruppe?

Posted by: JRust Oct 6 2019, 11:22 PM

Man I have never owned a 911. I know Jon well & his car is very nice. You definitely came out on top in this trade Lawrence. That is a sweet assdrager. We just need the pic with the old aviator goggles to make this really official

Posted by: sixnotfour Oct 7 2019, 02:27 AM

2011



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Posted by: jrblackbox Oct 7 2019, 03:58 AM

what's next PCA?

Posted by: MoveQik Oct 7 2019, 01:58 PM

I ventured into the 911 world back in May. Loved it so much I considered putting the 914 up for sale but decided against it, so now I have the best of both worlds! The 911's are fun cars for sure...each car has its place.

Congrats!!

Posted by: sixnotfour Oct 7 2019, 02:29 PM

Driving a 911 ,I always feel like counter steering left,,because the left front fender is pointing Right..

Posted by: mb911 Oct 7 2019, 02:41 PM

I have had them both and love them both.. I will likely have another 911 someday.. Last one was a 964.. It was a great car..

Posted by: Cairo94507 Oct 7 2019, 03:02 PM

Congratulations Lawrence. I loved your 914. Great looking car with just the right attitude. I am sure you will love the 911 and I wish you nothing but the best with it. The 3.0 is a terrific motor and with the limited slip 915 you should have lots of fun.

I have flip-flopped back and forth between 911's and 914-6's for the last 40 years. In the end the 914-6 was the winner for me. I may buy an '89 Carrera coupe one of these days if I am around long enough. That is the only 911 I really want to share the garage with the 914-6.

Cheers and I hope to see you soon.
Michael

Posted by: PeeGreen 914 Oct 7 2019, 03:11 PM

YUP Been driving a 914-6 again


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Posted by: Ferg Oct 7 2019, 03:16 PM

Posted by: 11tenths Oct 7 2019, 03:22 PM

Wow, great for you guys- now the Targa just needs a Pegasus!

Cheers- Harry

Posted by: Larmo63 Oct 7 2019, 06:54 PM

Okay, that's weird seeing my (old) car in front of somebody else's house.

Great looking car, Jon!!!!!

Posted by: 914_7T3 Oct 7 2019, 07:18 PM

TBH, I was going to call like that April Fool's stunt a while back.

Congrats to both new owners!

Posted by: drem914 Oct 7 2019, 09:28 PM

So what happens to the F Truppe now that you are moving on?
Will you even acknowledge us at a C&C on Saturday. Will you avert your eyes and not even make eye contact?

Posted by: Larmo63 Oct 7 2019, 10:53 PM

I drink tea.

Posted by: MoveQik Oct 7 2019, 11:10 PM

Crap...forgot about that. What do I do with my sticker? :-)

Posted by: drem914 Oct 8 2019, 10:05 AM

Yep. There is that averted eye gaze, contemplating the wonders of the 911 universe, week long PCA drives through wine country......

Posted by: ValcoOscar Oct 8 2019, 11:41 AM

We'll miss your car.....

Oscar

Posted by: sixnotfour Oct 8 2019, 12:16 PM

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Posted by: 914_teener Oct 8 2019, 02:17 PM

Problem solved.

Posted by: 914_teener Oct 8 2019, 02:18 PM

Hate when that happens.

Posted by: 914_7T3 Oct 8 2019, 03:33 PM

Double Post

Posted by: 914_7T3 Oct 8 2019, 03:33 PM

Why is Larmo parked on the lawn in your pic?

Posted by: drem914 Oct 8 2019, 04:27 PM

The tires aren't allowed to touch the pavement when the car is not in use. It must always be concourse presentation ready.

Posted by: Larmo63 Oct 8 2019, 04:49 PM

"Spitwads at a battleship!"

Posted by: drem914 Oct 8 2019, 07:45 PM

No, were just jealous. It will now be that much harder to keep up with you on those drives.

Posted by: rick 918-S Oct 9 2019, 03:28 AM

Except in the corners...

Posted by: ClayPerrine Oct 9 2019, 07:42 AM

Rick,
I don't think either of us would have problems keeping up with him on a straight, and we can definitely leave him in the corners.

Clay

Posted by: jim_hoyland Dec 14 2019, 10:04 PM

Got to see Larmo's SC today in Sunset Beach; great looking car in immaculate condition..


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Posted by: sixnotfour Dec 14 2019, 10:56 PM

So Many Emotions...
@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=3881

Posted by: ClayPerrine Dec 15 2019, 07:59 PM

Two words for you Dude..


Donor Car!

Posted by: RickS Dec 16 2019, 11:43 PM

Welcome to the dark side. Vehicle dynamics seriously dictate slow in and fast out. These cars can rotate easily with just a prod of the throttle at the right or wrong time. Take it out in the wet and take a 90* corner at 20 MPH and just before the apex, punch it and prepare to spin. Just make sure there is nothing you can hit. Now goose it coming off the apex and feel the difference.

Very different driving styles and levels of comfort. I can drive my SC 600 miles in a day and feel fine. 300 in a 914 is just about the limit. Refined versus raw. There is a place for each.

Enjoy your new ride. It looks awesome.

Posted by: dcheek Dec 17 2019, 07:28 AM

Jon,

Glad to see you are back in the 914 fold. Your old car has been completely redone and is in very good hands. This is a picture of the "Phoenix" in all its glory.



Dave

Posted by: MoveQik Jan 10 2020, 08:54 AM

Wait...what did I miss??

Posted by: sixnotfour Jan 11 2020, 12:40 PM

A Trade...winner /loser or both Winners

Posted by: whitetwinturbo Mar 13 2020, 08:24 PM

.................hum, some of the faithful are going green

Posted by: RickS Mar 13 2020, 09:19 PM

And seeing red.




Really enjoy the SC which has been extensively modified. But I love my 914-6 conversion. Yeah the 914 is so raw in comparison but the car is so fun and corners on rails which the 82 could never approach. They both have the same engine 3.0 but the 914 feels faster, probably because of proximity to the ground. But for long haul, comfort and sheer terror at the limit, the 911 wins. They each have their attributes but if push comes to shove, I will keep the 914 any day of the week.

And OP enjoy your new ride. They are indeed marvelous cars, and I mean it. Change and variety are good.