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> The stigma of the 914 is dead
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post Sep 22 2020, 04:11 PM
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Just spent a long weekend touring with the PCA group and never felt that our cars were look down on. As a matter of fact I got more that my share of compliments. Here I am leading a group. Made them work a little bit to keep up with me in the curves too.

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post Sep 22 2020, 04:35 PM
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Nice! well your car is beautiful and for sure cannot be ignored!
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post Sep 22 2020, 04:59 PM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/stromberg.gif) still lots of these (pos)914s runing around

Stigma s gone ?

Said the guy with the brand new looking flared /6 ?

Did the stigma ever even exist ? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/screwy.gif)
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post Sep 22 2020, 06:07 PM
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I wear that "stigma" with pride. Anyone can drive a new Porsche. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stirthepot.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Sep 22 2020, 06:42 PM
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I got passed by a new P-car guy slowed down and gave me a nod then tried to leave me sitting, I was right behind him, looked down at the speedo 125mph!
Nope! nope! nope...I don't need that ticket! So I backed off.

I didn't even realize I was going that fast till I looked, my teen's handling was as solid as a rock. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)
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post Sep 22 2020, 07:32 PM
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QUOTE(thelogo @ Sep 22 2020, 02:59 PM) *

Did the stigma ever even exist ? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/screwy.gif)


If you have to ask.......... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/slap.gif)
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post Sep 22 2020, 09:26 PM
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QUOTE(PanelBilly @ Sep 22 2020, 03:11 PM) *

Just spent a long weekend touring with the PCA group and never felt that our cars were look down on. As a matter of fact I got more that my share of compliments. Here I am leading a group. Made them work a little bit to keep up with me in the curves too.

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Beautiful car!!

Is that Cannon Beach?
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post Sep 22 2020, 09:54 PM
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QUOTE(thelogo @ Sep 22 2020, 03:59 PM) *

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/stromberg.gif) still lots of these (pos)914s runing around

Stigma s gone ?

Said the guy with the brand new looking flared /6 ?

Did the stigma ever even exist ? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/screwy.gif)



It’s not often I agree with this guy but he is right.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/first.gif)
Having owned 914s since I was 21, I have never incurred or felt any type of stigma as a 914 owner. On the contrary it’s the opposite, rather I was driving a big bumper 75 or a flared 6 I always had favorable conversations with Porsche owners of all models. Most 911 owner conversations start with, my first Porsche was a 914. Wish I never sold it.
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post Sep 22 2020, 10:04 PM
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QUOTE(Mark Henry @ Sep 22 2020, 05:42 PM) *

I got passed by a new P-car guy slowed down and gave me a nod then tried to leave me sitting, I was right behind him, looked down at the speedo 125mph!
Nope! nope! nope...I don't need that ticket! So I backed off.

I didn't even realize I was going that fast till I looked, my teen's handling was as solid as a rock. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)



Not bad . i race em up to 85 mph
Never been arrested . not trying to start now (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sheeplove.gif)
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post Sep 22 2020, 10:09 PM
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QUOTE(thelogo @ Sep 23 2020, 10:59 AM) *

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/stromberg.gif) still lots of these (pos)914s runing around

Stigma s gone ?

Said the guy with the brand new looking flared /6 ?

Did the stigma ever even exist ? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/screwy.gif)


Really give it a rest can you,you have well documented your option of "six" conversion cars,we choose to fit what ever motor we deside.
Billys car is a fine example of some of the best recent conversions done on here,besides its works for the owner,frankly don't give a rats ass on your replies but sometimes you piss me off past "my limit not to reply".
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post Sep 22 2020, 10:13 PM
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QUOTE(Coondog @ Sep 22 2020, 08:54 PM) *

QUOTE(thelogo @ Sep 22 2020, 03:59 PM) *

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/stromberg.gif) still lots of these (pos)914s runing around

Stigma s gone ?

Said the guy with the brand new looking flared /6 ?

Did the stigma ever even exist ? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/screwy.gif)



It’s not often I agree with this guy but he is right.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/first.gif)
Having owned 914s since I was 21, I have never incurred or felt any type of stigma as a 914 owner. On the contrary it’s the opposite, rather I was driving a big bumper 75 or a flared 6 I always had favorable conversations with Porsche owners of all models. Most 911 owner conversations start with, my first Porsche was a 914. Wish I never sold it.





Not often (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif) you feelin ok ?

I better go play the lotto .

Whats the world comin too


You really been in teeners since 21 ?

Now i understand why you're car is built like it is .

Nicer then most 911 's . almost too nice to drive but not quite . perfect line to be skirting (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)
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post Sep 23 2020, 12:55 AM
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I got 2 poor Porsche comments this month, so nah.
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post Sep 23 2020, 02:00 AM
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I used to belong to the PCA. The majority of the other members I knew were very accepting of the 914 and there were some that had a 914 in addition to other Porsches. Sure, the stigma is there for some snobs without a doubt. I used to enjoy wearing a tee shirt that said, "My other Porsche is a Volkswagen" to some of those events. I've had my car for 33 years now. Still love it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
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post Sep 23 2020, 02:11 AM
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QUOTE(Pursang @ Sep 23 2020, 01:00 AM) *

I used to belong to the PCA. The majority of the other members I knew were very accepting of the 914 and there were some that had a 914 in addition to other Porsches. Sure, the stigma is there for some snobs without a doubt. I used to enjoy wearing a tee shirt that said, "My other Porsche is a Volkswagen" to some of those events. I've had my car for 33 years now. Still love it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)


Back in the auto-x days there was a guy (Paterson) who drove a baby blue bug and his T-shirt he wore to every event said, Why drive a Porsche whe VWs are faster? He was usually top time of day.
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post Sep 23 2020, 07:30 AM
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I bought my '76 new, December 1975 when I was 23 years old. I'm 68 now and NEVER had anyone anywhere look down at my car.

It was a pleasure getting best in show, outscoring cars 20 times the value of mine. Most of the time the judges were giving me props for preserving the 'entry level Porsche", when most were driven into the ground and abused.

And the VW origin issue is rediculous. What are most of the components on the first Porsche? That's right VW. I have absolutely no problem with the VW connection.

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post Sep 23 2020, 08:56 AM
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Billy, This is the photo I like. Looking great. Attached Image
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post Sep 23 2020, 09:32 AM
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Billy, This is the photo I like. Looking great. Attached Image


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post Sep 23 2020, 09:33 AM
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Nice photo with all the water cooled Porsches in the background being lead by air cooled.

Last time I lead a PCA event, a drive was part of it back in....2001 I think? I had a 74' 914-6 and cannot recall even one water cooled Porsche. Mostly 911's.
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post Sep 23 2020, 09:35 AM
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QUOTE(EvilOlderBrother @ Sep 23 2020, 06:56 AM) *

Billy, This is the photo I like. Looking great. Attached Image


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Beauty!! and i like the look of that valance, looks like it fits well with the tow bar, I think i need to consider doing this as well- how does it tow? and how do you address the braking and signal lights?
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