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shoguneagle |
Aug 22 2017, 03:18 PM
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shoguneagle Group: Members Posts: 1,180 Joined: 3-January 03 From: CA, OR, AZ (CAZOR); New Mexico Member No.: 84 Region Association: Northern California |
I am in need of advice. At this stage of life I find it very difficult to ask since this involves something I have really enjoyed but have to give consideration to the real world realities.
I am considering selling my Porsche 914-Sixer which I have had as a hobby for the last 12-15 years. We have been through a lot together in building, parts location, and conversion to a 3.2 Carrera 1987 engine, a lot of new/rebuit parts, some differences in heating and cooling systems, etc. In sum it is a rolling chassis which has been brought to line, painted, and currently licensed in Oregon. It has numerous changes, additions, and improvements over the years which are to many to mention at this stage. We have even been through a theft of the car and all the parts (new and used) to complete a 916-GT. Car was recovered but the entire stock parts stockpile was stolen. The problem is that I no longer have the deep interest in finishing the car; WHY? Time has caught up to me in attitude, interest, health and physical aspects. My concern is whether to sell the entire car, part it out, or just let it set in the garage. I could continue to work on it but this seems to be a little self-defeating. This dilemma requires me to seek advice. So here I am !! What are your thoughts? Please be open and practical; I have not said too much on this forum since I have enjoyed every aspect and gained knowledge from all the members. Frankly, I do need advice on this problem Thanks Steve Shogun eagle (IMG:style_emoticons/default/screwy.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/mad.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) |
burton73 |
Aug 23 2017, 09:41 AM
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burton73 Group: Members Posts: 3,524 Joined: 2-January 07 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 7,414 Region Association: Southern California |
I had a 2007 Boxster. I bought it so I had something to drive like a 914 till my 6 was done. It is a great car and you will not need to screw with anything-just drive it.
It was at the dealer in Beverly Hills with 800 miles on it and 10 months old. Traded in by an 83 year old man an artist. He traded it in for a big Porsche SUV.S aid he could not put his paintings in. I went in to the Porsche dealer just to look and test-drove this Bosxter and they made me a deal that I could not pass up. They shot me a number and I gave them a low book price that was $10,000 less and then I was ready to walk as I did not come to buy. They spent some time but they took it. I drove it for 2 years and sold it for $5,000 less than I paid. I loved the car but could sell it with no problem, Just metal I was 54 then. I will be 65 in Dec. I feel all of you guys. I work with my hands almost every day and they hurt as well as my back. Last year I wanted to call it quits but after back surgery In Dec. I have a new go get em feeling. Stay thirsty my friends. Thirsty for life. Bob B |
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