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Posted by: Mike Fitton May 20 2018, 08:58 AM

Now on Bring-a-Trailer: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1970-porsche-914-6-7/

I am selling a couple of my cars, I have my eye on something else. Very nice example of 914-6 in a great color. I have owned it for almost 5 years and previous owner (West Virginia) owned it for 8 years. Car was originally an Arizona car and came in through Los Angeles, CA. When I got it, the car came with a 2.7 installed and the original 2.0 engine was on a pallet, I since had the engine gone through and top end was redone and installed in the car last summer. Prior to my ownership the car was mostly auto crossed and the original engine was out of the car for over 30 years and the suspension was lowered (since corrected). Nice thing about it being auto crossed most of its life it was never a daily driver and is pretty much rust free. The 2.0 runs really strong I thought I would lose some power when I pulled the 2.7 but actually runs better (2.7 was probably really tired). I have driven the car on several long trips with no issues and the engine does not leak at all. Fuchs (14"x 5.5" all dated 6/70) were redone by Al Reed a few years ago, Front calipers are brand new ATE, original rears were redone by PMB, new master cylinder, steel braided brake lines, rear brake pressure value redone by PMB and installed. Interior seats were redone recently with original 35 year old basket weave, carpets are original with new coco mats, correct Blaupunkt Frankfurt stereo, all original gauges and knobs, 806.10 original leather wrapped steering wheel, correct early crack free dash. Going on Bring-A-Trailer soon.

Probably going on Bring-a-Trailer soon!

Posted by: gms May 20 2018, 09:16 AM

I have known this 914/6 for several years...it is beautiful!
This car is a survivor with just enough restoration and improvements to get it right.
Well done Mike

Posted by: SixerJ May 20 2018, 10:07 AM

Fabulous GLWTS

Just out of interest did you mean to double post the Karmann trunk stamp or trunk and frunk?

Posted by: Mike Fitton May 20 2018, 10:32 AM

Fixed, too many pictures to upload!

Posted by: brownaar May 20 2018, 11:47 AM

Wow! Wish I had 95K. Seems like it's well priced.

Posted by: Cairo94507 May 21 2018, 06:34 AM

Great looking, honest car Mike. GLWTS.

Posted by: mepstein May 21 2018, 01:54 PM

I've seen it in person. One of the nicest out there.

Posted by: mountainroads May 21 2018, 10:24 PM

Sheesh Mike:

Isn't this your "forever" car as highlighted in May 2016 Pano? All I can say is beautiful car and you must be looking at something really special to be willing to part with her. Yes, I know - no car is really "forever" if the right opportunity presents itself. Serious GLWS and hope she finds a deserving home/steward.

- MR

Posted by: 914 May 21 2018, 10:25 PM

Wow..
Ive bought parts a few times form Mike..His parts were always just as described and Outstanding.. I bet his "6" is as better then described..
GLWTS..
914/Alan

Posted by: Cabin May 22 2018, 08:41 AM

When was it painted?

Posted by: Mike Fitton May 22 2018, 09:30 AM

Early 2015.

Posted by: Peashooter May 22 2018, 09:58 AM

Very nice job presenting the car! Lots of good pix and info. GLWTS!

Posted by: Mike Fitton May 26 2018, 09:18 AM

Looks like one of the auction houses is going to get this, Gooding & Co. wants it with no reserve, also maybe best to try Bring a Trailer first with a reasonable reserve. Never went this route before so any comments would be appreciated.

Posted by: sithot May 26 2018, 09:59 AM

Auction houses are pushing no reserve these days. I believe the reasons is owners with unrealistic expectations.
I would be inclined to give BAT a try. Most auctions houses get 10% both sides.
So if it did indeed sell for $95,000 you pay $9,500 netting only 85,500.

Good luck.

Tom
PS: I'm not insinuating you are unrealistic. In fact I think the price is very fair.

Posted by: mettelman May 26 2018, 04:28 PM

BAT charges the seller $99, the buyer pays 5%

Posted by: sithot May 26 2018, 04:41 PM

Good advertising too. On many Porsche sites like this one, members will put up links to auctions. Pelican, Rennlist, 6 Speedonline, Early S Registry, German Cars For Sale etc. etc.

https://bringatrailer.com/porsche/

Posted by: sithot May 26 2018, 06:34 PM

BAT auction. Not sliced salami here.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1956-porsche-356a-carrera/?utm_source=dailymail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2018-05-26

Posted by: Mike Fitton May 28 2018, 08:06 AM

BAT wants me to use a Pro photographer if I list with them, aren't I just going to get a bunch of glamour shots? Do you think I covered everything in my pictures? I am a little flexible on my price so if you have an interest in the car let me know before I commit to one of these auctions.

Posted by: mepstein May 28 2018, 09:13 AM

They probably got tired of receiving the typical craigslist pictures.
Yours show a lot of the spots that enthusiasts are concerned about but pro photos always make things look better.
Look at some of the parts that a member here who goes by "photos" has sold. He makes a used car part look like art. We have a pro photographer do pics of our pricey cars. He's a friend of the shop. He has an eye for it and can translate it to print. I would pop for the glamor shots.

Posted by: mountainroads May 28 2018, 12:13 PM

Also: "no reserve" ensures the auction house gets a sale, right?

- MR

Posted by: sithot May 28 2018, 12:40 PM

Yes. Very dangerous game.

Posted by: sithot May 28 2018, 12:41 PM

Posted by: SierraNevada May 29 2018, 08:44 PM

Seller what is the part number for the steering wheel? Its leather wrapped but is it 914.347.803.10 or 914.347.804.10? You can tell by twisting off the horn button. The part number is right there.

If it is 914.347.803.10 then you have the same wheel used on the 914/6 GT factory race cars and 911RS.

Posted by: Mike Fitton May 30 2018, 06:24 AM

Hi Newbie, I know everything there is to know about steering wheels, steering wheel on my car is original to the car and is 914.347.806.10 dated 4/70.

Posted by: SierraNevada May 30 2018, 02:18 PM

Hi Newbie, I know everything there is to know about steering wheels, steering wheel on my car is original to the car and is 914.347.806.10 dated 4/70.
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Ive got the hard rubber wheel still factory wrapped in leather on my car. Got the "leather steering wheel" on the coa too. Just wondering how common it was for them to put that wheel on rather than the "actual" leather one you got on your rig.

Posted by: Mike Fitton Jun 4 2018, 07:56 AM

Glamour shots coming soon, BAT photographer took pictures last night.

Posted by: Mike Fitton Jun 6 2018, 09:17 AM

Glamour pictures added!

Posted by: gcrotvik Jun 13 2018, 05:16 PM

Love the custom torsion bar wood block!

Posted by: mtndawg Jun 13 2018, 05:38 PM

Unpainted aftermarket upgrade.

Really nice looking car!

Posted by: 914 7T3 Jun 13 2018, 08:57 PM

Posted by: Mike Fitton Jun 14 2018, 06:30 AM

Bump, now on bring-a-trailer. Any predictions?

Posted by: JmuRiz Jun 14 2018, 09:18 AM

$84,914
Just a guess....hopefully it gets more, good looking car!!

Posted by: billsimmeth Jun 14 2018, 09:48 AM

Damn! Only up for a few hours and already at $52k. Good luck Mike!

Posted by: Mike Fitton Jun 17 2018, 03:56 PM

Adding some video on bring a trailer for you guys!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JX_PQ_s5SR8&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9F4LCCTW8NY&feature=youtu.be


https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1970-porsche-914-6-7/

Posted by: JmuRiz Jun 21 2018, 12:54 PM

I see it sold...I guess I was close to the price.

Hopefully you're happy with the result, it's a great looking car!

Posted by: 914 Jun 21 2018, 01:59 PM

Mike,
Congratulations..
914/Alan