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| mel reckling |
 Dec 14 2009, 05:34 PM
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Member  Group: Members Posts: 107 Joined: 28-November 07 From: north royalton, ohio Member No.: 8,385  |
QUOTE(Porsche Rescue @ Dec 14 2009, 12:26 PM)  I don't think we know for sure that his description of "yellow lenses", etc are not from 25 years ago. It could have been sitting for a long time. But you said you wanted to tinker! This is going to be a fun and valuable car for someone. Frankly, I think if it were on thesamba.com or ebay it would be on its way to Europe right now. Probably for way more money than someone here will pay. I guess I did mispeak about the lights. The filaments are yellow/amber, not the lenses. |
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| david63 |
Dec 14 2009, 07:11 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 97 Joined: 9-August 09 From: Parker Colorado Member No.: 10,653 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
QUOTE(mel reckling @ Dec 14 2009, 05:34 PM) QUOTE(Porsche Rescue @ Dec 14 2009, 12:26 PM) I don't think we know for sure that his description of "yellow lenses", etc are not from 25 years ago. It could have been sitting for a long time. But you said you wanted to tinker! This is going to be a fun and valuable car for someone. Frankly, I think if it were on thesamba.com or ebay it would be on its way to Europe right now. Probably for way more money than someone here will pay. I guess I did mispeak about the lights. The filaments are yellow/amber, not the lenses. You did not mis-speak, I quoted you wrong. I think you stated the color of the lights was yellow. Sorry about that. I left you a voice mail and look forward to visiting with you on the phone. I can talk a lot better than I can type. |
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| david63 |
Dec 14 2009, 09:27 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 97 Joined: 9-August 09 From: Parker Colorado Member No.: 10,653 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Just had a great visit with Mel. I was able to sort out a couple of issues. He believes the car to be pretty rust free. He indicated the wiring had not been molested and wanted to make sure that I understand that the car has not moved in 25 years. It is not going to be a case of blowing the dust off, putting air and gas in the car and driving off.
The car will need a restoration of some magnitude depending on what you want to do with the car. I agree with other experts in that I think the car deserves to be brought up to a safe driving condition (brakes redone, fuel system re-done, reseal the engine or rebuild if necessary, change transaxle fluids, replace clutch assembly, ensure all lights, gauges, etc are good) and enjoy the car in a preservation class. If the decision is made to re-paint the car than all bets are off and the value will suffer unless a no-expense spared restoration is done. I will tell you that Mel thinks the car needs a re-spray due to discoloration on the hood. I need to have someone in the Cleveland area that is a 914 expert look at the car and see about the rust issues (yes behind the rockers, behind the seats up against the firewall, hellhole, etc.). I assured Mel that I would not drag things out. The car is special; however, economics may make it more expensive than originally expected. I have done one complete build up from a chassis and found out very quickly that my estimate was about 40% low. Still thinking.... If there is anyone in the Cleveland area that would be willing to look at the car for me please PM me and I will get you in touch with Mel. I want to respect his time and condition and he knows that I am trying to arrange for someone to come and look at his car for me. Thanks. |
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| Mark Henry |
Dec 15 2009, 05:33 AM
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that's what I do! Group: Members Posts: 20,065 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Port Hope, Ontario Member No.: 26 Region Association: Canada |
Could a member in Ohio do Mel a huge favor and go do a PPI with photo's on his car?
I've had a few people ask me about this car. I personally don't know Mel or his car. I'm just trying to help a member who is very ill. My personial advice, if you are serious about the car, is to pay someone to do a PPI (Pre-Purchase Inspection) or fly out and inspect it yourself. I'd say it looks solid but needs going through to make it perfect. This is a French (European spec) 914/6 that Mel imported, which will add to it's value. This is a car you would restore only to it's original glory and never modify. A 1972 French market 914/6 is fairly rare and my opinion is that real sixes will in 10+ years be fetching real close to 356 prices. |
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| tpines |
Dec 15 2009, 10:03 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 77 Joined: 12-November 08 From: San Diego Member No.: 9,745 Region Association: Southern California |
Hi Mel,
I am so sorry to hear about your cancer but I did want to let you know that I saw on the news awhile ago about the benefits of drinking Pomagranate Juice for people with cancer. In the study, it stopped the spread of cancer and even cured others. I even told my 86 year old friend with prostate cancer and he began to drink it and is now cancer free. I will keep you in my prayers and God bless... Clark. |
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| Gigamight |
Dec 15 2009, 10:10 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 220 Joined: 8-June 09 From: Near Akron, Ohio Member No.: 10,454 Region Association: Middle East |
I am in the Akron area, not very far at all from Mel. I definitely don't have the funds to purchase, but I would be willing to go and check the car out and be an unbiased party for someone who is truly interested. I am sorta new to the scene, so would need to know exactly what you want inspected.
In any case, best to you Mel, and good luck with the sale. If my wife weren't taking everything I own in the divorce right now, I would love to make a 914/6 a resident in my garage, but alas, as things are now, she would own it in a couple months. |
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| david63 |
Dec 15 2009, 02:08 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 97 Joined: 9-August 09 From: Parker Colorado Member No.: 10,653 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
After taking all factors into account (long distance purchase, cost to transport car, estimated cost to re-fresh car) the economics do not work for me so I will not be purchasing the car. Mel best wishes and good luck with the car. My prayers are with you.
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| zymurgist |
Dec 16 2009, 09:21 AM
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"Ace" Mechanic Group: Members Posts: 7,411 Joined: 9-June 05 From: Hagerstown, MD Member No.: 4,238 Region Association: None |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) I think I could sell some stock and I might be able to make a deal work... if I can come up with a place to store this car until I can clear some space in my garage. (Maryland / NoVa guys, any suggestions?)
The problem with me, as always, is in the logistics. I'm going to Florida on Friday for 2 weeks and I would not be able to go to Ohio to check it out myself until January. So any help in getting a knowledgeable PPI would be appreciated. |
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| JonH |
Dec 16 2009, 03:47 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 20-June 09 From: Ohio Member No.: 10,486 Region Association: None |
With Mel's approval, I would be happy to help anyone here. I live around the corner from Mel but don't personally know him. As much as I would love the car it's not in the cards for me right now, but I do know my way around a 914. I also know a couple of good mechanics that might be able to do a PPI as well. If Mel or anyone here would like to contact me send me a PM and I'll try to help.
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| johnlush |
Dec 17 2009, 09:57 PM
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What's all this then? Group: Members Posts: 376 Joined: 26-May 04 From: Cheyenne, WY Member No.: 2,108 Region Association: Rocky Mountains 
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Mel, I'm very interested. Very sorry to see the circumstances of your sale. Please email or PM me at your convenience and we can discuss. -John
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| krk |
Dec 18 2009, 11:02 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 997 Joined: 27-December 02 From: San Jose Member No.: 22 |
Mel,
Interested in the car. PM/email sent. kim. (tough situation, btw, and best of luck with it -- I'm quite sure it's not a pony ride) |
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| 0396 |
Dec 19 2009, 09:18 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,046 Joined: 13-October 03 From: L.A. Calif Member No.: 1,245 Region Association: Southern California |
QUOTE(Mark Henry @ Dec 15 2009, 03:33 AM) Could a member in Ohio do Mel a huge favor and go do a PPI with photo's on his car? A 1972 French market 914/6 is fairly rare and my opinion is that real sixes will in 10+ years be fetching real close to 356 prices. First, good luck with your health concern. As to the fetching real close to 356 prices..very true-IF one was willing to let it go. Reason, I was offer a REAL GT back in 82 ( asking was 25k)... I came home and advise the wife. Her comment was - we can buy it, BUT I know you will never sell it. So appreciation is out of the question here.. Looking back, yes I should have bought it, but then I might be paying her via a divorce settlement by now (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) Good luck to any one that picks it up...yes it will cost you a ton of $$ to restore it. My .02cents |
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| krk |
Dec 21 2009, 02:14 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 997 Joined: 27-December 02 From: San Jose Member No.: 22 |
QUOTE(396 @ Dec 19 2009, 07:18 AM) QUOTE(Mark Henry @ Dec 15 2009, 03:33 AM) Could a member in Ohio do Mel a huge favor and go do a PPI with photo's on his car? A 1972 French market 914/6 is fairly rare and my opinion is that real sixes will in 10+ years be fetching real close to 356 prices. First, good luck with your health concern. As to the fetching real close to 356 prices..very true-IF one was willing to let it go. Reason, I was offer a REAL GT back in 82 ( asking was 25k)... I came home and advise the wife. Her comment was - we can buy it, BUT I know you will never sell it. So appreciation is out of the question here.. Looking back, yes I should have bought it, but then I might be paying her via a divorce settlement by now (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) Good luck to any one that picks it up...yes it will cost you a ton of $$ to restore it. My .02cents I actually agree with this, and I'm approaching the idea with some trepidation but some excitement as well. I've not heard any response to my PM/email -- hoping that doesn't mean scary news(!) -- but I'm quite attracted to this restoration project, and I'm sure only my kids would see any return value from it (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) I don't suppose anyone has direct contact info for Mel? Or, if he needs it, act as an intermediary for him? (feel free to contact me via PM) kim. |
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| Jose Pitta |
Dec 21 2009, 09:44 PM
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I'm new here ... Group: Members Posts: 0 Joined: 15-December 09 From: LIvermore Member No.: 11,130 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(krk @ Dec 21 2009, 12:14 PM) QUOTE(396 @ Dec 19 2009, 07:18 AM) QUOTE(Mark Henry @ Dec 15 2009, 03:33 AM) Could a member in Ohio do Mel a huge favor and go do a PPI with photo's on his car? A 1972 French market 914/6 is fairly rare and my opinion is that real sixes will in 10+ years be fetching real close to 356 prices. First, good luck with your health concern. As to the fetching real close to 356 prices..very true-IF one was willing to let it go. Reason, I was offer a REAL GT back in 82 ( asking was 25k)... I came home and advise the wife. Her comment was - we can buy it, BUT I know you will never sell it. So appreciation is out of the question here.. Looking back, yes I should have bought it, but then I might be paying her via a divorce settlement by now (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) Good luck to any one that picks it up...yes it will cost you a ton of $$ to restore it. My .02cents I actually agree with this, and I'm approaching the idea with some trepidation but some excitement as well. I've not heard any response to my PM/email -- hoping that doesn't mean scary news(!) -- but I'm quite attracted to this restoration project, and I'm sure only my kids would see any return value from it (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) I don't suppose anyone has direct contact info for Mel? Or, if he needs it, act as an intermediary for him? (feel free to contact me via PM) kim. hi every one Mel is one lucky guy to have all of you helping him. I have ben in contact with Mel . i will be the new owner of the 72 914-6. sould have it home in sunny Livermore Cal mid next month. and first thing is take new photos for all of you to see. Joe |
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| Porsche Rescue |
Dec 21 2009, 10:23 PM
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Saving and Enjoying Old Porsches Group: Members Posts: 2,978 Joined: 31-December 02 From: Bend, Oregon Member No.: 64 Region Association: None |
Congratulations. Looking forward to pics and more about the car. No more lurking, you are now one of us.
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| carr914 |
Dec 22 2009, 05:44 AM
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Racer from Birth Group: Members Posts: 124,782 Joined: 2-February 04 From: Tampa,FL Member No.: 1,623 Region Association: South East States  |
Jose/Joe (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) and to the -6 Community - Congrats
Mel, You remain in my thoughts & Prayers Happy Holidays T.C. |
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| rick 918-S |
Dec 23 2009, 08:57 AM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,942 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region
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QUOTE(carr914 @ Dec 22 2009, 03:44 AM) Jose/Joe (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) and to the -6 Community - Congrats Mel, You remain in my thoughts & Prayers Happy Holidays T.C. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) The force be with you Mel! |
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| EdwardBlume |
Dec 24 2009, 04:08 PM
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914 Wizard Group: Members Posts: 12,338 Joined: 2-January 03 From: SLO Member No.: 81 Region Association: Central California
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Joe,
Congrats! I'm just up the street here in Pleasanton. Let me know if you need a trailer, or help rolling it home. Rob |
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| krk |
Dec 25 2009, 11:58 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 997 Joined: 27-December 02 From: San Jose Member No.: 22 |
QUOTE(Jose Pitta @ Dec 21 2009, 07:44 PM) QUOTE(krk @ Dec 21 2009, 12:14 PM) QUOTE(396 @ Dec 19 2009, 07:18 AM) QUOTE(Mark Henry @ Dec 15 2009, 03:33 AM) Could a member in Ohio do Mel a huge favor and go do a PPI with photo's on his car? A 1972 French market 914/6 is fairly rare and my opinion is that real sixes will in 10+ years be fetching real close to 356 prices. First, good luck with your health concern. As to the fetching real close to 356 prices..very true-IF one was willing to let it go. Reason, I was offer a REAL GT back in 82 ( asking was 25k)... I came home and advise the wife. Her comment was - we can buy it, BUT I know you will never sell it. So appreciation is out of the question here.. Looking back, yes I should have bought it, but then I might be paying her via a divorce settlement by now (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) Good luck to any one that picks it up...yes it will cost you a ton of $$ to restore it. My .02cents I actually agree with this, and I'm approaching the idea with some trepidation but some excitement as well. I've not heard any response to my PM/email -- hoping that doesn't mean scary news(!) -- but I'm quite attracted to this restoration project, and I'm sure only my kids would see any return value from it (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) I don't suppose anyone has direct contact info for Mel? Or, if he needs it, act as an intermediary for him? (feel free to contact me via PM) kim. hi every one Mel is one lucky guy to have all of you helping him. I have ben in contact with Mel . i will be the new owner of the 72 914-6. sould have it home in sunny Livermore Cal mid next month. and first thing is take new photos for all of you to see. Joe Joe, best of luck with the new addition -- look forward to seeing it out at a bay area meet of some sort! And of course, Mel, continued best of luck! kim. |
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