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Posted by: stevesc_us May 19 2020, 10:48 PM

Looks darker than Baltic blue, but does not appear to be a bad deal with the engine upgrade. No affiliation.

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ctd/d/san-rafael-porsche-cc/7127148583.html

Posted by: FRUNKenstein May 31 2020, 10:45 AM

I’m no stranger to Porsche, but just starting a search for a 914, and my 914 knowledge is pretty minimal. In fact, I’ve never even driven one. Is an aftermarket engine block like this seen as a value add or, like a lot of engine mods in other models, does it make the car difficult to sell? I like the idea of 125 hp, but with the color change, I’m guessing this car is never going to sell for a top of market price. But does the engine modification further hurt the value?

I actually like the color, even though not period factory correct, and I actually drive my cars, so I’m not looking for a garage queen. But, I don’t want a car that’s going to be impossible to sell if I ever decide to.

Posted by: JOEPROPER May 31 2020, 12:42 PM

I think that 2056 from Original Customs adds value! If you drive your cars, then this looks to be a nice option. I'd go look at it if I were in the market.

Posted by: Mueller May 31 2020, 01:28 PM

Not an aftermarket engine block, it has a rebuilt engine supplied by Original Customs, very reputable company and 914World supporter.

The motor alone is $5000 investment, without the installation.

The carbs are a love/hate type thing, if you are comfortable with them then not a bad deal at all.

Posted by: Chris H. May 31 2020, 04:22 PM

Maybe @http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=419 is familiar with it?

Posted by: FRUNKenstein May 31 2020, 08:44 PM

Hmm, now I’m intrigued. Do you guys ever go check out a local car for sale as a favor to someone else?

And I agree, that’s definitely not Baltic Blue:


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Posted by: luft Jun 2 2020, 07:03 AM

0 post, needs a favor ha ha

Posted by: FRUNKenstein Jun 2 2020, 07:22 AM

Good, glad to hear. I have been a member on Rennlist since 2003 and am a moderator on 996outpost.com. I’ve gone to check out local cars at the request of others at least 10 times. I’m always happy to do that as I enjoy it. At this point, you’d have to take any report I do with a grain of salt because I’m just getting started learning about these cars.

And man, there is a lot to learn! I appreciate the members here and their willingness to share their knowledge with a 914 newbie like me.

Edit: Aww, man, you changed your post while I was responding, apparently. I understood your original post to say that people on here would go check out a car local to them on behalf of someone who lives far away. I apologize if I was being out of line.

Posted by: FRUNKenstein Jun 2 2020, 07:27 AM

Thanks for the welcome, Joe! And the info!

Posted by: FRUNKenstein Jun 2 2020, 07:36 AM

Thank you for the reply. I think I read somewhere that a change to carbs should be accompanied with a cam change. Is that true?

I assume the engine in this car would be set up for carbs as it's an upgrade.

Posted by: rhodyguy Jun 2 2020, 07:38 AM

After ALL the dust settles, the investment in that engine is more than 5k.

Posted by: FRUNKenstein Jun 2 2020, 07:50 AM

Thanks rhodyguy!

Posted by: burton73 Jun 2 2020, 01:24 PM

Color is---- My guess is Sapphire Blue

A nice blue


Bob B

Posted by: FRUNKenstein Jun 2 2020, 02:44 PM

Agreed - very nice color! Very sharp car.

Posted by: flat4guy Jun 4 2020, 08:57 PM

Clean car but I can't stop looking at the VW bus

Posted by: FRUNKenstein Jul 26 2020, 07:17 AM

This car has resurfaced on eBay:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/293663507465


Really an interesting car with lots of new parts. If I hadn’t just bought a 914, I would be interested in this one. If I recall correctly, the asking price on Craigslist was $15,000. Currently the high bid is $5,100 (reserve not met). I wonder what it would bring if the respray had been done in the original color.






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Posted by: fiacra Jul 26 2020, 12:45 PM

It's also back on CL here in the Bay Area. $18,488 asking price. The posting says it has a "Jake Baby" engine

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ctd/d/san-rafael-porsche-cc/7166014544.html

Posted by: drem914 Jul 26 2020, 01:12 PM

Based on year probably a respray of the original Ancona Blue.

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=419 Do you recall providing this engine since your listed in the adverts?

Posted by: FRUNKenstein Jul 26 2020, 01:14 PM

Interesting.
Based on the ebay username, it appears a dealer bought it and is trying to flip it.

Posted by: digit3 Jul 26 2020, 08:49 PM

1992 Porsche Cobalt Blue Poly apparently

Posted by: moezilla Jul 27 2020, 11:11 PM

Yes of course! I am minutes from this one.

Posted by: McMark Jul 28 2020, 02:28 PM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=9062 Looks familiar, but I don't think I worked on the car. Just the engine. Can't recall for sure. The VIN doesn't show up in my records. Sorry, I won't be able to help more than that.

Posted by: EdwardBlume Jul 28 2020, 02:45 PM

Hey Mark, your picture is on eBay though. Looks like a younger Mark and not enough butt crack on the rest to ID.


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