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Hmm...decisions, decisions, decisions! |
Cracker |
Jul 16 2017, 07:08 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,148 Joined: 2-February 10 From: Atlanta (area) Member No.: 11,316 Region Association: South East States |
I do not know if I have ever asked for any opinions here before; if not , here we go!
One of my closest friends passed away three-years ago due to cancer. He was a big-time hot rod hobbyist - did things over the top (all the time). Builds were never bound by financial constraint. Just a couple weeks prior to his death, we spoke about transferring his "dream build" to me. That ultimately became a reality just a few months ago - now what to do? I have strong convictions regarding the number of cars I own - self-imposed limits if you will. I have to admit that at the moment - I am breaking my own rules! With that said, I have some difficult decisions to make. Not all the pros/cons are being presented (by me) at this time but suffice to say - I can make any argument for either conclusion. The car I have acquired is not yet built but has over 80G's in parts and pieces . It is an aluminum monocoque RCR GT40 with the wide 4-inch Gulf Flares (per side (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) ). It has 15" rear wheels on knock-off's and 16" wide Avon tires. It is bad-ass! The gearbox was rebuilt and prepped by G-Box to run inverted - it is a G50-52 turbo 5 speed, FI/ITB's - all of the good stuff and much coin required. The clutch pack is a triple carbon 7.25" Tilton unit rated for 1360 ft lbs of torque (not a typo)! Everything on this project is like this... I would use the car ONLY as a hot-rod - no track duty. A departure from the 914 I have built. Performance wise, by comparison, it would never be the equal to my 914 on track - better on the street. I do not want to own both - a bit overkill in my opinion. I have to make a choice - there is no rush in doing so - between the 914 and the GT40. I have provided samples of RCR GT40's below in the event that you are not aware of the car I am detailing. Realizing I am giving you 10% of the story, per say, what would you do? Thanks in advance... Tony |
Big Len |
Jul 16 2017, 07:14 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,746 Joined: 16-July 13 From: Edgewood, New Mexico Member No.: 16,126 Region Association: Southwest Region |
If it were me, I'm keeping the rare, animal GT-40, no question and no regrets.
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brownaar |
Jul 16 2017, 07:26 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 263 Joined: 23-September 04 From: Gate City, VA Member No.: 2,813 Region Association: None |
Ouch. Tough call. At first I started to agree with Big Len, but I'm somebody who's said you can bury me in my 914. I think the sentimental connection to the GT40 is what makes it a hard decision. I'm afraid you'll regret either choice. Keep them both or give them both to me!
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rgalla9146 |
Jul 16 2017, 07:28 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,538 Joined: 23-November 05 From: Paramus NJ Member No.: 5,176 Region Association: None |
I love our cars.....but...no equation !
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tygaboy |
Jul 16 2017, 07:33 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,244 Joined: 6-October 15 From: Petaluma, CA Member No.: 19,241 Region Association: Northern California |
Tony - My $.02.
For me, life is a journey and the accompanying set of experiences. With your race car/hot rod and the -6 you're working on, you have/ will soon have about maxed out the 914 experience. If I were in that position, I'd go with the GT40. The only thing that might change my mind was what happened with a couple bikes I owned back in 2000: I had a Honda NSR 250 and got all enamored with the Honda RC51 so I got one of the first delivered in CA. Guess what? It sat in the garage. Every time I went to ride, I found I just couldn't get enough of the little NSR. I sold the RC a couple months later. So, imagine you had them both in your garage and the honeymoon of all that TIG welded AL, 8-stack intake and 16" wide tires is over. (or does that ever happen? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif) ) Which one gets your heart beating fastest? (Or, you could save yourself all the agony and simply sell the GT40 to me. I promise you can drive it when you're next in CA...!) Best of luck with your decision! |
Cairo94507 |
Jul 16 2017, 07:36 AM
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Michael Group: Members Posts: 9,654 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California |
I love both cars - but the friend connection wins the day for me and the GT40 stays. Condolences on the loss of your friend. The man who ends up with your killer 914 is going to be a "lottery winner".
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Krieger |
Jul 16 2017, 08:01 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,686 Joined: 24-May 04 From: Santa Rosa CA Member No.: 2,104 Region Association: None |
Sorry about your friend. I just lost a buddy in January. So here what I see from the snapshot: his dream versus your dream. Your now not going to be driving on the track. You are changing your goals and choices to his? His passing is still fairly fresh and now you have a tangible part of him. It might be easier to change your self imposed car maximum. If you can afford and store them keep both.
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mepstein |
Jul 16 2017, 08:33 AM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,142 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I'm sorry you lost your friend.
If I had the money, I'd make an offer on the GT40. Definitely my dream car. |
jtprettyman |
Jul 16 2017, 08:42 AM
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Rust Bucket Owner Group: Members Posts: 109 Joined: 5-May 15 From: Murfreesboro Tennessee Member No.: 18,707 Region Association: South East States |
No way I could part with that GT40. If you don't want to drive it just move it into the living room as a piece of art.
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Porschef |
Jul 16 2017, 08:59 AM
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How you doin' Group: Members Posts: 2,162 Joined: 7-September 10 From: LawnGuyland Member No.: 12,152 Region Association: North East States |
Just a couple weeks prior to his death, we spoke about transferring his "dream build" to me...
There's your answer. I'm sure it's a tough pick but seems to me your bud wanted you to see the project through, and obviously had the conviction that you would. And while most, if not all of us would love to be able to have the option, the fact that there's an additional agenda tied to the GT40 should make the decision a little easier. You're a blessed man, I would think that if you parted ways with the Ford, it might linger in the back of your mind perpetually. But, that's just my opinion... |
76-914 |
Jul 16 2017, 09:07 AM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,455 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California |
Whichever one makes you happy. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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sb914 |
Jul 16 2017, 09:18 AM
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Surf Guru Group: Members Posts: 4,292 Joined: 25-November 12 From: Brookings,Oregon Member No.: 15,191 Region Association: Southern California |
Well, sounds like he passed it on to you for a reason.
You know what to do . |
forrestkhaag |
Jul 16 2017, 09:23 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 935 Joined: 21-April 14 From: Scottsdale, Arizona Member No.: 17,273 Region Association: Southwest Region |
I could only opine if I saw a picture of the 914............ But it would have a great story and be really special to outweigh the history of the transfer from your friend.
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Garland |
Jul 16 2017, 09:38 AM
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Restoration Fanatic Group: Members Posts: 1,325 Joined: 8-January 04 From: ......Michigan...... Member No.: 1,535 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
"I have strong convictions regarding the number of cars I own - self-imposed limits if you will. I have to admit that at the moment - I am breaking my own rules! With that said,".
" we spoke about transferring his "dream build" to me." I think your the custodian of his project, with the dream of the first drive. Complete it and enjoy the moment of that drive. Then return it, or trust back to his family. (Value or car) With all cost and finances being equal and fair. |
Cracker |
Jul 16 2017, 12:59 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,148 Joined: 2-February 10 From: Atlanta (area) Member No.: 11,316 Region Association: South East States |
I believe I wasn't as clear as I intended to be regarding details of the transaction. That is clearly my fault. Mark, I already own the car (as in I bought it). The rest - see below:
1) My friends family placed a very high number on the package after he died...they were aware of our conversations but we were still too far apart. At that time, the total investment in "parts alone" exceeded 100k. 2) I was not "given" this car...I purchased it a few months ago. I have significant skin in this project and there are no strings attached. 3) When we couldn't come to terms on the cost years ago...I decided to build my version of the ultimate 914 (my interpretation only of course). I have ended up with significantly more money into my teener project than the original cost of the complete project. 4) The pictures I have shared are NOT my car but rather the same manufacturer. I thought a comprehensive, completed car would be better to share with everyone. They are really, really nice... 5) I really (really!) like my 914...it was and is my dream build for a dual purpose hot-rod/race car. I have well over 1500 hours (my hours!) into this build - I don't take that lightly. I also would not simply give me car away - it will take a very special buyer (one with class and balls)! Not that I want to exclude women, of course. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Thanks for the thoughts fellas - I mean it! Tony |
mepstein |
Jul 16 2017, 01:18 PM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,142 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Tony - I'm just kidding about the offer. After paying my kids college tuition last week, I barely have money to put gas in my car.
But congrats! Nice "problem" to wrestle with. |
Cracker |
Jul 16 2017, 01:26 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,148 Joined: 2-February 10 From: Atlanta (area) Member No.: 11,316 Region Association: South East States |
Ha! I missed that one Mark...I do understand about the college thing though. My son leaves in three weeks for UGA starting 8 straight years of college tuition!!! My daughter is 4-years younger... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/hissyfit.gif)
T Tony - I'm just kidding about the offer. After paying my kids college tuition last week, I barely have money to put gas in my car. But congrats! Nice "problem" to wrestle with. |
struckn |
Jul 16 2017, 01:35 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,069 Joined: 9-November 11 From: South Central York Pennsyvania Member No.: 13,764 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
First thing I'd like to say to you is RULES A MADE TO BE BROKEN. KEEP BOTH! Find a way to do it.
Also, do you really think you would drive a GT40 Golf on the street? Good luck with that. Be easier to make the 914 the street car. Good luck with figuring you're problem out with no regrets. |
Chris914n6 |
Jul 16 2017, 01:43 PM
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Jackstands are my life. Group: Members Posts: 3,287 Joined: 14-March 03 From: Las Vegas, NV Member No.: 431 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Your life revolves around the 914. Sounds like the GT would be a Coffee Queen.
I think I'd keep the GT as an investment, and keep doing things with the 914. Besides, do you really want to be part of the Ford crowd (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif) |
Ed_Turbo |
Jul 16 2017, 01:51 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 440 Joined: 5-June 17 From: Hacienda Heights, Ca. Member No.: 21,151 Region Association: Southern California |
Sell the GT...it is a Ford (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif)
My condolences on your friend. Keep it in memory of him. If there was no sendimental value I would sell it. |
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