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1974 conversion to a 1973 RS

Does anyone know of any information on how to convert the front and rear of a 1974 911 to an earlier 1973 Carrera RS Reproduction. Is this difficult and costly?

Thanks for any feedback.

Chris

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Neal,

Use the search function at the upper right of your page. You'll be reading for a week!

It's much cheaper IMHO to buy a converted car but the forum will answer all.

Welcome.

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Ultimate Backdating Thread

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As stated above "Backdating" is the opensesame to all the info on this site and other Porsche sites. Without that expression you are a waif in the wilderness!
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It's much cheaper IMHO to buy a converted car but the forum will answer all.
I agree there are quite a few RS clones on the market now for sale for far less than you could build for.


http://www.early911sregistry.org/forum/showthread.php?t=26140
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Yes, that particular car is a good, solid driver. You can always make an offer. Most sellers are motivated in these economic conditions.
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I agree there are quite a few RS clones on the market now for sale for far less than you could build for.


http://www.early911sregistry.org/forum/showthread.php?t=26140
Your point is spot on, but your example is a little flawed. You could build a pretty good "replica" for well under $45k. But to hammer home your point, here are a couple of cars in the $20s...

73 RSR look Hot rod - Signal Orange

88 Carrera 73 RSR Clone for sale

..and one for $18k!

Another Fire Sale 1973 RS Replica $18000

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You could build a pretty good "replica" for well under $45k.

Now you tell me!

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