 SOLD!: Sapphire XIX AM/FM Radio With NOS Speakers, NOS Speaker kit with wires and faceplate |
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| stokester |
 May 28 2014, 02:54 PM
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I'm new here ... Group: Members Posts: 0 Joined: 28-May 14 From: Yorktown VA Member No.: 17,415 Region Association: None  |
Along with my VW radio hobby I sometime come across some related items.
Offered in this sale is a refurbished Sapphire XIX AM/FM mono radio with a Porsche 914 faceplate AND a set of NOS Motorola speakers. The radio has been refurbished with all the filter capacitors replaced, tuning mechanism cleaned and lubed and plastic cleaned and polished for a fully-functional radio. Along with this radio is the speaker set, instructions and wiring from an NOS speaker installation kit. This kit also contains an NOS faceplate that must have been used on other years or after modifying the radio block-off plate - you folks will know better than me. So the whole package includes a refurbished Motorola XIX radio with a 914 basket-weave faceplate along with a set of NOS Moto speakers with wiring harness and instruction sheet. The other faceplate is negotiable as I have other radios that may be applicable - if you're interested contact me. All for $250 plus shipping. I've been repairing radios for the vintage VW community for some time and offer a 6-month warranty and any support you may require. Contact me with any questions: stokester@vwradios.com Nick Stokes vwradios.com Attached image(s)         
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| orthobiz |
May 28 2014, 03:32 PM
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Senior Member  Group: Members Posts: 1,754 Joined: 8-January 07 From: Cadillac, Michigan Member No.: 7,438 Region Association: Upper MidWest 
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This is a smoking ht deal! Too bad I've got one already. GLWYS!
Paul |
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| mharmon |
May 28 2014, 05:50 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 129 Joined: 1-November 06 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 7,133 |
agreed. that's an excellent deal.
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| JmuRiz |
May 28 2014, 06:50 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,433 Joined: 30-December 02 From: NoVA Member No.: 50 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region
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Someone buy it before I'm tempted to buy another radio I don't need!
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| euro911 |
May 28 2014, 09:06 PM
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Retired & living the dream. God help me if I wake up! Group: Members Posts: 8,851 Joined: 2-December 06 From: So.Cal. & No.AZ (USA) Member No.: 7,300 Region Association: Southern California
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If it's correct for a 71 914, I'd like to purchase it.
You can PM me with payment details |
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| Chris H. |
May 29 2014, 05:42 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 4,031 Joined: 2-January 03 From: Chicago 'burbs Member No.: 73 Region Association: Upper MidWest
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If this history of Sapphire radios is correct (link below), the XIX is '72-'75. The XIV/XVI is the AM/FM model for '71-'72 but It's very hard to find the AM/FM ones in working condition....
Sapphire List |
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| stokester |
May 29 2014, 06:21 AM
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I'm new here ... Group: Members Posts: 0 Joined: 28-May 14 From: Yorktown VA Member No.: 17,415 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(Chris H. @ May 29 2014, 07:42 AM)  If this history of Sapphire radios is correct (link below), the XIX is '72-'75. The XIV/XVI is the AM/FM model for '71-'72 but It's very hard to find the AM/FM ones in working condition.... Sapphire List The year-dating of the Motorola Sapphire radios is somewhat confusing starting about 1970. You are correct with the years for the XIX. The XIV is an AM/FM mono radio sometimes referred to as the "town & county" because of the TC rocker switch above the tuning shaft. The XVI is much the same except it is a stereo model and is much more scarce. In the VW world they were dealer-installed options so the radio year did not necessarily match that of the car. The faceplate I have for a 914 does not have the cutout for the rocker switch. Check out my web site for more info. Nick vwradios.com |
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| TJB/914 |
May 29 2014, 08:23 PM
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Mid-Engn. Group: Members Posts: 4,334 Joined: 24-February 03 From: Plymouth & Petoskey, MI Member No.: 346 Region Association: Upper MidWest
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QUOTE(stokester @ May 29 2014, 08:21 AM) QUOTE(Chris H. @ May 29 2014, 07:42 AM) If this history of Sapphire radios is correct (link below), the XIX is '72-'75. The XIV/XVI is the AM/FM model for '71-'72 but It's very hard to find the AM/FM ones in working condition.... Sapphire List The year-dating of the Motorola Sapphire radios is somewhat confusing starting about 1970. You are correct with the years for the XIX. The XIV is an AM/FM mono radio sometimes referred to as the "town & county" because of the TC rocker switch above the tuning shaft. The XVI is much the same except it is a stereo model and is much more scarce. In the VW world they were dealer-installed options so the radio year did not necessarily match that of the car. The faceplate I have for a 914 does not have the cutout for the rocker switch. Check out my web site for more info. Nick vwradios.com Nick Mr. Radio Guy, I need a pair of correct size speakers for my 1974 914 Sapphire period radio that fits in the factory locations. Can your recommend or supply speakers for us 914 guys?? I was on your web site & it's not clear. Price $___?? Thanks, Tom |
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| stokester |
May 29 2014, 08:47 PM
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I'm new here ... Group: Members Posts: 0 Joined: 28-May 14 From: Yorktown VA Member No.: 17,415 Region Association: None |
I sell and repair classic radios as a hobby, specializing in those used in '50s, '60s and '70s Volkswagens. There are times when I come across some items such as the speakers in this classified ad that make a complete package when included with a refurbished radio.
I do not normally have any speakers and this set is the only ones I have. Nick vwradios.com |
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| TJB/914 |
May 29 2014, 09:00 PM
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Mid-Engn. Group: Members Posts: 4,334 Joined: 24-February 03 From: Plymouth & Petoskey, MI Member No.: 346 Region Association: Upper MidWest
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QUOTE(stokester @ May 29 2014, 10:47 PM) I sell and repair classic radios as a hobby, specializing in those used in '50s, '60s and '70s Volkswagens. There are times when I come across some items such as the speakers in this classified ad that make a complete package when included with a refurbished radio. I do not normally have any speakers and this set is the only ones I have. Nick vwradios.com Thanks Nick, If someone buys your radio set, maybe they won't need the speakers & I'll cook a deal. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stirthepot.gif) BTW: AA has them, but a little too pricy @ $90. bucks each. I'll continue to listen to my sweet sounding motor at that price. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif) Tom |
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| euro911 |
May 30 2014, 04:12 AM
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Retired & living the dream. God help me if I wake up! Group: Members Posts: 8,851 Joined: 2-December 06 From: So.Cal. & No.AZ (USA) Member No.: 7,300 Region Association: Southern California
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QUOTE(TJB/914 @ May 29 2014, 07:00 PM) QUOTE(stokester @ May 29 2014, 10:47 PM) I sell and repair classic radios as a hobby, specializing in those used in '50s, '60s and '70s Volkswagens. There are times when I come across some items such as the speakers in this classified ad that make a complete package when included with a refurbished radio. Thanks Nick,I do not normally have any speakers and this set is the only ones I have. Nick vwradios.com If someone buys your radio set, maybe they won't need the speakers & I'll cook a deal. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stirthepot.gif) BTW: AA has them, but a little too pricy @ $90. bucks each. I'll continue to listen to my sweet sounding motor at that price. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif) Tom Thomas, I'll keep you in mind if I decide not to install the speakers in her car. I need to see what is already behind her grilles first. |
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| Mike Fitton |
May 30 2014, 08:39 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 609 Joined: 13-May 11 From: Chicago Area Member No.: 13,069 Region Association: Upper MidWest
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QUOTE(TJB/914 @ May 29 2014, 06:23 PM) QUOTE(stokester @ May 29 2014, 08:21 AM) QUOTE(Chris H. @ May 29 2014, 07:42 AM) If this history of Sapphire radios is correct (link below), the XIX is '72-'75. The XIV/XVI is the AM/FM model for '71-'72 but It's very hard to find the AM/FM ones in working condition.... Sapphire List The year-dating of the Motorola Sapphire radios is somewhat confusing starting about 1970. You are correct with the years for the XIX. The XIV is an AM/FM mono radio sometimes referred to as the "town & county" because of the TC rocker switch above the tuning shaft. The XVI is much the same except it is a stereo model and is much more scarce. In the VW world they were dealer-installed options so the radio year did not necessarily match that of the car. The faceplate I have for a 914 does not have the cutout for the rocker switch. Check out my web site for more info. Nick vwradios.com Nick Mr. Radio Guy, I need a pair of correct size speakers for my 1974 914 Sapphire period radio that fits in the factory locations. Can your recommend or supply speakers for us 914 guys?? I was on your web site & it's not clear. Price $___?? Thanks, Tom These speakers on Ebay work inside the standard 914 speaker pods, you just have to install them on an angle and use only two of the attachment holes, top left bottom right. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Polk-Audio-db461-4...=item540945e9f5 |
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| TJB/914 |
May 30 2014, 09:35 AM
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Mid-Engn. Group: Members Posts: 4,334 Joined: 24-February 03 From: Plymouth & Petoskey, MI Member No.: 346 Region Association: Upper MidWest
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QUOTE(Mike Fitton @ May 30 2014, 10:39 AM) QUOTE(TJB/914 @ May 29 2014, 06:23 PM) QUOTE(stokester @ May 29 2014, 08:21 AM) QUOTE(Chris H. @ May 29 2014, 07:42 AM) If this history of Sapphire radios is correct (link below), the XIX is '72-'75. The XIV/XVI is the AM/FM model for '71-'72 but It's very hard to find the AM/FM ones in working condition.... Sapphire List The year-dating of the Motorola Sapphire radios is somewhat confusing starting about 1970. You are correct with the years for the XIX. The XIV is an AM/FM mono radio sometimes referred to as the "town & county" because of the TC rocker switch above the tuning shaft. The XVI is much the same except it is a stereo model and is much more scarce. In the VW world they were dealer-installed options so the radio year did not necessarily match that of the car. The faceplate I have for a 914 does not have the cutout for the rocker switch. Check out my web site for more info. Nick vwradios.com Nick Mr. Radio Guy, I need a pair of correct size speakers for my 1974 914 Sapphire period radio that fits in the factory locations. Can your recommend or supply speakers for us 914 guys?? I was on your web site & it's not clear. Price $___?? Thanks, Tom These speakers on Ebay work inside the standard 914 speaker pods, you just have to install them on an angle and use only two of the attachment holes, top left bottom right. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Polk-Audio-db461-4...=item540945e9f5 Thanks Mike Fitton Radio/Speaker guy too. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/first.gif) This site is full of excellent expert advise to spend our money. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif) Tom |
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| euro911 |
Jul 13 2014, 08:40 PM
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Retired & living the dream. God help me if I wake up! Group: Members Posts: 8,851 Joined: 2-December 06 From: So.Cal. & No.AZ (USA) Member No.: 7,300 Region Association: Southern California
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I finally got around to unpacking and checking out the radio today. Connected a speaker and powered it up ... it works great (IMG:style_emoticons/default/party.gif)
The pushbuttons were sticking so I took it apart, cleaned it up a little, lubed all the mechanisms and shafts.  Almost all the capacitors have been replaced with new electrolytics, even found some new tantalums in there (IMG:style_emoticons/default/thumb3d.gif)  Scrubbed the faceplate and touched-up the trim with a Krylon Silver Leaf Pen, put it all back together and 'programmed' the kind local FM stations (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)  The wife likes it (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) ... just need to find somewhere else to install her CD player, since this radio is going in the original radio slot in the dash (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) |
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| TJB/914 |
Jul 14 2014, 06:42 AM
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Mid-Engn. Group: Members Posts: 4,334 Joined: 24-February 03 From: Plymouth & Petoskey, MI Member No.: 346 Region Association: Upper MidWest
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euro911
What about the (2) speakers??? If available, PM me. Tom |
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| euro911 |
Jul 14 2014, 10:47 AM
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Retired & living the dream. God help me if I wake up! Group: Members Posts: 8,851 Joined: 2-December 06 From: So.Cal. & No.AZ (USA) Member No.: 7,300 Region Association: Southern California
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I haven't forgotten that you're interested in them, Tom. I haven't had a chance to evaluate the existing speakers in her car yet.
I need to go to the shop pretty soon ... there's a large stack of packages building up in the front room and even though they're mostly parts for her car, I think she's getting sick of looking at them (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) |
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| euro911 |
Dec 26 2018, 04:18 PM
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Retired & living the dream. God help me if I wake up! Group: Members Posts: 8,851 Joined: 2-December 06 From: So.Cal. & No.AZ (USA) Member No.: 7,300 Region Association: Southern California
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Here we are, 4 1/2 years later ... are you still in the market for a pair of NOS OEM speakers Tom? @TJB/914
Shoot me a PM ... |
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| sholman5 |
Dec 27 2018, 06:28 AM
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Kraut burner Group: Members Posts: 189 Joined: 11-September 16 From: Ormond beach, Fl. Member No.: 20,391 Region Association: South East States
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QUOTE(TJB/914 @ Jul 14 2014, 08:42 AM) euro911 What about the (2) speakers??? If available, PM me. Tom PM sent |
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| TJB/914 |
Dec 27 2018, 10:21 AM
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Mid-Engn. Group: Members Posts: 4,334 Joined: 24-February 03 From: Plymouth & Petoskey, MI Member No.: 346 Region Association: Upper MidWest
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QUOTE(sholman5 @ Dec 27 2018, 07:28 AM) QUOTE(TJB/914 @ Jul 14 2014, 08:42 AM) euro911 What about the (2) speakers??? If available, PM me. Tom PM sent Mark & Chris, Yes I am a buyer & need a pair of speakers. Chris alerted me, so send me a PM with details. Tom |
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| euro911 |
Dec 27 2018, 09:17 PM
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Retired & living the dream. God help me if I wake up! Group: Members Posts: 8,851 Joined: 2-December 06 From: So.Cal. & No.AZ (USA) Member No.: 7,300 Region Association: Southern California
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Speakers are coming your way, Tom (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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