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Rare car unearthed '78 Turbo Targa - 1 of 1
When I had my Targa for sale I was contacted by a Porsche enthusiast who lived close by. We talked for quite a while about all things Porsche. He mentioned he had a line on a rare car... a 1978 911 Turbo Targa. Today he sent some photos. Looks like one of those cars that slipped out into the market.
  
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That´s cool.
I never heard of pre-80 turbo targa I would try to get it back in original condition (olive grün, wheels etc.) |
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Hmmm....front headlight washers are from a mid-80's car...not a 78-79.
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Interesting.. Boxed rockers, but no options?? Wheels dont fit the flare either.. hmm.
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very cool...now if you can find vintage pictures of the car with the BB plate during it's testing days!
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A note about the front valance: I know of one 1978 Turbo that has this exact same valance, from the factory!
I would not discard any part that looks unusual. The factory did some wacky stuff at the time. |
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there is a guy on this forum that has one too, or is it the same one?
roman 78 targa in LA |
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I have heard about this car before but never saw a picture until now. The early 930S slants had a similar factory front spoiler from the factory. Thanks for the posting Lee.
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Anybody know what this is worth?
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Very neat!..
That car was in Excellence many, many moons ago...
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Please clarify for a stupid Swede: The rarity comes from it being a targa ??
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05-29-2006, 04:39 AM
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Markus, in '78 there was no such thing as a turbo targa. Even when they were available (87-89 I think) they were rare. So this is really a one-off, AND it has factory pedigree to prove its provenance.
I think it is great in a "I'm so weird I'm beautiful" sense. |
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Incredible!!!
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I see. Thanks George!
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"After this testing the engine and transmission were removed and the rolling chassis was sold to a used car dealer here in Germany". Does this mean there is no motor/tranny in the car?
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When sold there was no motor and tranny in the car. It looks like someone made changes (paint, etc) so it probably has running gear now.
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You guys know Lee is Porsche-less right now. That's a frequent ailment for him but it usually passes somewhat quickly.
Lee, are you onto a possible purchase?  
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