Searching for a 914-6 GT, Wondering what you guys thing of these Options

[Gridlock]

Hey Folks,

I'm looking for a nicely sorted 914-6 GT; would prefer an original 914-6 that was converted to GT 'status' as opposed to a converted 914-4. I want one that is street-able, and has either a 3.2 or 3.6 liter engine. In searches on the internet, I came across these two:

1)
http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/carsfo..._6/1568185.html

http://my.opera.com/surfmonkey/albums/show.dml?id=38974

2)
http://www.pbase.com/emoze/914_6_gt
(The 914-6-GT_Technical_Detail image has more photos under it)

http://www.pbase.com/9146gt/dealer_9146gt_...lfgang_dworazik


I was wondering what you think about these, and which one would you buy and why. If you know of any other for sale, please let me know as well.

Thanks much in advance.

- Stew

[Tom_T]

No affiliation & know nothing about the car, but I saw this one in SF Bay Area via 914Club's CL alerts....

http://www.914club.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=371597

I still wonder if the flares were "stolen" though! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

Good Luck! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

[ConeDodger]

I find two faults with the Hemmings example. Mind you, I would still buy it, it was done very well from the pictures and text. Why would you go to all the work to put together such great paint and body work and not pull out the seal between the cowl and fender? Second, why leave on the side marker mushrooms?

[sixnotfour]

http://www.pbase.com/9146gt/other_porsche_...owes_hines_fini

sorry only has a 2.0 906 spec.. You want a GT look not a GT spec 914

[TJB/914]

I find two faults with the Hemmings example. Mind you, I would still buy it, it was done very well from the pictures and text. Why would you go to all the work to put together such great paint and body work and not pull out the seal between the cowl and fender? Second, why leave on the side marker mushrooms?

FYI:
I think this 914-6 GT was owned by one of our local MI guys (no name for confidential status) & then sold by him and again sold last fall by GR Auto(name???) in Grand Rapids, MI to someone in CA. If interested PM me & i'll research.
Tom

[stugray]

Call these guys:

http://www.patrickmotorsports.com/

If anyone knows where to find nice 914s it is them.

Stu

[flipb]

I find two faults with the Hemmings example. Mind you, I would still buy it, it was done very well from the pictures and text. Why would you go to all the work to put together such great paint and body work and not pull out the seal between the cowl and fender? Second, why leave on the side marker mushrooms?

I'd be happy to own it too... but I'd hope that the original Mahle gasburners would be included in the sale.

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[Gridlock]

Wow, very nice! Is this yours? I didn't see anything about it being for sale in the pbase link.

http://www.pbase.com/9146gt/other_porsche_...owes_hines_fini

sorry only has a 2.0 906 spec.. You want a GT look not a GT spec 914

[Gridlock]

I agree with you about the side markers, but not sure what you mean about the seal between the cowl and fender; can you explain? Thanks.

I find two faults with the Hemmings example. Mind you, I would still buy it, it was done very well from the pictures and text. Why would you go to all the work to put together such great paint and body work and not pull out the seal between the cowl and fender? Second, why leave on the side marker mushrooms?

[Gridlock]

Great idea; I actually already did that! They guy I spoke to didn't know of anyone though, so I just left my name and number.

Call these guys:

http://www.patrickmotorsports.com/

If anyone knows where to find nice 914s it is them.

Stu

[flipb]

I agree with you about the side markers, but not sure what you mean about the seal between the cowl and fender; can you explain? Thanks.

I find two faults with the Hemmings example. Mind you, I would still buy it, it was done very well from the pictures and text. Why would you go to all the work to put together such great paint and body work and not pull out the seal between the cowl and fender? Second, why leave on the side marker mushrooms?

Realize it wasn't my comment, but I think what Rob is referring to is this:


There should be a rubber seal in that channel, which may have been painted over. For comparison, my own 914-4 (sorry, the pic of my daughter on the hood happens to be the only one I can find that clearly shows the spot in question).

[sbsix]

the very early 914s (first 50 or 60 IIRC) had welded seams there, later changed to rubber. the picture could be of one of the first 914s made.

[gms]

I think you need to describe the usage of the car you want to get before anyone can help you. Are you looking for a car to race, invest in or you just like the flared look???

The title 914/6 GT is misused; anytime someone installs flares on a 914 they call it a GT.
All real GTs and M471s are documented by Porsche, they start at $150,000 and go up.
(914.043.0036 is neither)

There are also cars that were built with GT parts and raced in the 1970s and 1980s, they have a higher value than a car built in the last 10 years.

A car with real GT parts is very expensive today, even a nice example built after the 1990’s will run into six figures.

[gms]

the very early 914s (first 50 or 60 IIRC) had welded seams there, later changed to rubber. the picture could be of one of the first 914s made.

they were leaded in the seam between the fender and the cowl, the front fenders are different as well.

[carr914]

I sold mine too soon!

[sixnotfour]

Wow, very nice! Is this yours? I didn't see anything about it being for sale in the pbase link.

http://www.pbase.com/9146gt/other_porsche_...owes_hines_fini

sorry only has a 2.0 906 spec.. You want a GT look not a GT spec 914

Yes it is mine,too many irons in the fire...
Its not advertised but available

[sixnotfour]

Glenn, what's a GT front lid worth these days ???????????

I mean a Real one...

[Gridlock]

Ah, I see now. Thanks much for the picture comparison.

Great picture of your daughter on the car! I'm sure she'll appreciate that picture when she's much older.

I agree with you about the side markers, but not sure what you mean about the seal between the cowl and fender; can you explain? Thanks.

I find two faults with the Hemmings example. Mind you, I would still buy it, it was done very well from the pictures and text. Why would you go to all the work to put together such great paint and body work and not pull out the seal between the cowl and fender? Second, why leave on the side marker mushrooms?

Realize it wasn't my comment, but I think what Rob is referring to is this:

There should be a rubber seal in that channel, which may have been painted over. For comparison, my own 914-4 (sorry, the pic of my daughter on the hood happens to be the only one I can find that clearly shows the spot in question).

[hot_shoe914]

You can buy the one on the main page for a song and a dance, BUT, I must warn you, the owner really loves unicorns and rainbows and is easily aroused by people dancing for him. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

[Gridlock]

Ah yes, of course!

I'm looking for a really nice street car, that is in very good condition, and has been upgraded to a more modern version, with stronger engine, better brakes and suspension, etc. I had a 914 13-20 years ago that I bought for $5k and converted to a 3.2L six, as well as 911 brakes and suspension, and it was the most fun car that I've ever had. I've also had a Lotus Elise, Acura NSX Zinardi Edition, late model Mazda RX-7, so have a few good points of reference. I also want the flared fenders, as I think it looks nicer than the non-flared flat-sided look. I also prefer a car that started life as a 914-6 for it's historic and investment value. It's possible that I might want to try some autocross, but that wouldn't be it's main purpose in life. I realize that original GT's are basically unobtainable, and don't feel the need to own one of those.

It appears that there aren't a whole lot of these cars around anymore, and prices sure seem to have gone up tremendously since I sold mine about 13 years ago.

I'd also like to keep the price below $60k, so the links that I already listed above are the only decent ones I've found so far.

I'd certainly appreciate any additional opinions on the two cars listed, or any others that may be for sale.

Thanks

I think you need to describe the usage of the car you want to get before anyone can help you. Are you looking for a car to race, invest in or you just like the flared look???

The title 914/6 GT is misused; anytime someone installs flares on a 914 they call it a GT.
All real GTs and M471s are documented by Porsche, they start at $150,000 and go up.
(914.043.0036 is neither)

There are also cars that were built with GT parts and raced in the 1970s and 1980s, they have a higher value than a car built in the last 10 years.

A car with real GT parts is very expensive today, even a nice example built after the 1990’s will run into six figures.