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Time has caught up to me |
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) |
Larmo63 |
Aug 23 2017, 10:17 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,264 Joined: 3-March 14 From: San Clemente, Ca Member No.: 17,068 Region Association: Southern California |
What a great forum and topic.
Only 914 people really "GET" other 914 people. I could go on and on about my own trials and tribulations with the 914s that I've owned. My current project has given me (and still is) giving me fits, but I keep moving forward. I have been close too many times to giving up and throwing in the towel. This forum and the fine people gave me the strength and courage to move forward and get it finished. My issue isn't physical health, its probably mental health. It makes me crazy having this car here and I can't drive it. For me, that is the big difference, being able to hop in it and go. I sold a really nice Slate Gray 356S 14 years ago, and all I ended up with was money. I won't make that mistake with this car. |
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