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robkammer
post Jan 8 2021, 05:28 AM
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Hello all: I'm new to the 914 world and am hoping to add a 2.0 to our garage soon. I have seen references to a VIN page in the forums but can't find it on the site.
Can someone point me in the right direction?
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post Jan 8 2021, 07:29 AM
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Hello. Click the 914 info link up top.

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post Jan 9 2021, 09:26 AM
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Thanks, found it! Where can I use the VIN to find out how the car was equipped when new?
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post Jan 9 2021, 10:03 AM
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quick answer: you cant. The vin wont provide any of those details
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post Jan 13 2021, 11:55 AM
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Well, in actual fact you could use the VIN to acquire my CoA-type of Report which could have almost all the data you want but not including the transmission #. There is a cost of course. Email me.
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post Jan 13 2021, 12:24 PM
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QUOTE(davep @ Jan 13 2021, 09:55 AM) *
Well, in actual fact you could use the VIN to acquire my CoA-type of Report which could have almost all the data you want but not including the transmission #. There is a cost of course.
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To clarify, in the U.S. without taking your car to a certified Porsche dealership and paying their princely fee you no longer are able to receive a document (COA) that would provide a supposed list of equipment that car was originally delivered with.
BTW even when it was still possible to purchase that report its accuracy was questionable. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)
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post Jan 13 2021, 12:33 PM
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post Jan 15 2021, 11:30 AM
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QUOTE(914werke @ Jan 13 2021, 01:24 PM) *

To clarify, in the U.S. without taking your car to a certified Porsche dealership and paying their princely fee you no longer are able to receive a document (COA) that would provide a supposed list of equipment that car was originally delivered with.
BTW even when it was still possible to purchase that report its accuracy was questionable.

Rich, are you insinuating that I am a wacko and a liar? Whether you are in the USA or anywhere else in the World, I can assist a client to get a Kardex for a Porsche from 1950 through 1969, and a Report for the later cars. Almost 900 so far. My Reports are much the same as the old CoA, but not official since I am not a Factory authorized employee. Still, my Reports contain information not see on the CoA, and my accuracy is well supported by 45 years of research. Perhaps you should try my service rather than disparaging it.
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post Jan 15 2021, 12:19 PM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Dave I suggest you cut down on the coffee.
I made no such insinuation, & if Im gonna call someone a liar I wont mince words.
I qualified my statement related to region only because I have no knowledge if PNA does things differently in different countries, not to imply anything related to any service you might provide.
If fact, this it the first that I have been made aware you provide any such service? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
Before you loose your shit over a perceived slight you might consider whether the target of your ire is even aware of why you are mad (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)
Do you have an ad here in the members section? Other marketing site? If not, why not?
I guess here is your chance...
If you provide a service that may be valuable to the community... perhaps provide a detailed description (& prices) of what that is, and how to access it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/bye1.gif)
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post Jan 16 2021, 06:02 PM
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post Feb 12 2021, 07:10 AM
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Hey all! The Bumblebee that I was courting was finally delivered this week, complete with original window sticker, CofA and service records dating back to the 20 mile delivery order. Now the sorting out begins. What I thought would be a short list is getting longer. I'm hoping I don't regret the challenge.
I'll post more in a new thread.
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post Feb 12 2021, 10:29 AM
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That is excellent Rob. I am gathering the last bits for a full engine rebuild by Mark Henry for my LE Bumblebee. I'd love to see your WS & CoA. I can get that added to the LE website that documents our great little cars. You can email them to me f you wish. Regards, Dave Pateman
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post Apr 2 2022, 09:36 AM
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QUOTE(davep @ Feb 12 2021, 12:29 PM) *

That is excellent Rob. I am gathering the last bits for a full engine rebuild by Mark Henry for my LE Bumblebee. I'd love to see your WS & CoA. I can get that added to the LE website that documents our great little cars. You can email them to me f you wish. Regards, Dave Pateman


Hi Dave: I was just looking through the forum to find a VIV search engine to check out a 911 I want to buy. Then I saw your request for information on my BB. Did I ever send you that? If not let me know what you would like and if I have it I'd be glad to send it along. Sorry if I mossed it.
PM or email would be best. robkammer16@gmail.com
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post Apr 6 2022, 09:54 AM
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Hi Folks. I'm new to this forum and don't currently own a 914, however, I am currently looking at one for sale. I tried to do a Carfax search on the VIN, and it says it requires a 17 digit VIN. Can someone suggest a site to obtain a vehicle history for a 914? Thanks!
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post Apr 6 2022, 12:04 PM
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David can give you initial/as-delivered info off the Kardex - but he does charge. It won't be a history but it'll show you how it came from the factory. Not sure of his timeline - reach out direct: david_j.pateman@sympatico.ca
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post Mar 4 2024, 12:51 PM
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QUOTE(914werke @ Jan 15 2021, 10:19 AM) *
Do you have an ad here in the members section? Other marketing site? If not, why not?
I guess here is your chance...
If you provide a service that may be valuable to the community... perhaps provide a detailed description (& prices) of what that is, and how to access it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/bye1.gif)
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I recently ordered a (new) PPS From Porsche NA to see what $125.00 USD buys you.
I was disappointed.
Its little more than a regurgitation of the COA, similar format, same errors but with a new omission: no verified engine #. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stromberg.gif)
Kinda pisses me off. Porsche HAS that information, they DID provided it with the COA.
Now they withhold it to extort a few more $? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/bs.gif)
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post Mar 28 2024, 12:05 PM
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So after a couple of cocktails one eve I send off a ill tempered email to the VP of "aftersales" not really expecting anything of it but just an opportunity to vent & provide a opinion on their "Classic" marketing strategy ...some time later I get this response:

Good Afternoon
I hope you are doing well. Thank you for your patience as I gathered information from our Porsche Classic Vehicle Information Specialist. Please see below:

I have verified that we produced a PPS for your noted VIN mid-February. I have reviewed the original build documentation and confirmed the PPS provided is accurate.

The transmission was not recorded at the time of production therefore we cannot list the transmission type on the PPS and indicated information not available.
The MSRP is not recorded (for any vehicle until the late 1990’s-early 2000’s) therefore the MSRP is listed as information not available.
As the PPS is an official record, we do not use external sources or other window stickers for verification of the MSRP. If the information is not recorded at the time of production, it is not included in the Porsche Production Specification. If the customer has the original window sticker for his vehicle indicating the MSRP, he may submit those documents for review to vehicledocumentation@porsche.us to determine if the PPS can be updated to indicate the MSRP.
The vehicle is equipped with option 570 which is “Seat Cushions” per Porsche Germany. This option refers to a change in standard seat cushions (such as comfort equipment).

We cannot provide vehicle information via email for security reasons.

We cannot confirm/deny or provide the engine/transmission numbers.

We do not release the engine/transmission information any longer for the security of owners due to the value of classic vehicles. This is for your security and the security of future buyers, we do not wish to provide information that may lead to any misrepresentation of a vehicle in the future.
We now offer the Classic Technical Certificate (CTC). The CTC includes a 63 point inspection by a Porsche Classic Partner. Beyond the technical inspection, the certificate also includes photos of the vehicle (including the engine/transmission numbers) and original production information (included on the PPS). Based on photos of the engine and transmission in the vehicle, which we obtain from the Porsche Classic Partner, we are able to provide a verification on the CTC if the engine/transmission in the vehicle match our records or if there is no Porsche record (such as the transmission numbers for the 914’s)

Our site does indicate that the engine and transmission serial numbers are not included and information will be included on the PPS when available. This detail is indicated before the process of starting the PPS.

In the spirit of goodwill and appreciation of your loyalty to the Porsche brand, I would like to provide you with a complimentary PPS. If you would like to receive the PPS, could you please verify your mailing in your reply & acknowledgement.

Thank you for contacting Porsche Cars North America and for the opportunity to assist in this matter.

Kind Regards,

Executive Case Specialist
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
One Porsche Drive, Atlanta, GA 30354
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post Mar 28 2024, 12:10 PM
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The seat cushion thing was odd. The PPS I received listed "Seat cushions" as optional equipment.
I thought perhaps it was a upholstery option but apparently not.
Never heard of Option 570, so I dont know how more "comfortable" they could make them?
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post Mar 28 2024, 06:54 PM
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Rich, Option M570 was a center seat cushion as in 'Comfort Equipment'.

https://bowlsby.net/914/Classic/OpEq.htm
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