Need advice 1972 911T you might remember

[flattrackerjim]

I'm a long time lurker on P.P. and feel like I know some of you personally. Have learned plenty from most of you and bought a cool motorcycle from Asphalt Gambler (still have it ) I'm looking for some advice regarding this 1972 911T that was discussed on P.P. when I bought it back in 2004. I bought as many parts as I could from Pelican Parts and used the P.P. brain trust when I was stuck regarding a Porsche repair. It has been a fun car and has been sitting in my warehouse for the past nine years. I have started it and driven it a couple times a year, if only around the block. I'm wondering if I should finish this project or sell it as it sits. Here is the story if your up for it.
I purchased the car in 2004. Included with the car was a large folder (receipts) of all the things the owner paid someone else to do. Some of them were strange and expensive. He purchased the car in 1996. Next step was to purchase a 1985 Carrera 3.2 on eBay for $4050. He took the 3.2 engine and car (with a 2.4) to European Import Specialists (Atlanta) had it gone through repaired and installed for an additional $10,200. Why the A/C bracket was left on, I'm not sure. He took the car to Roock Automoblie Atl. and spent $4270 on 4 Bilstein performance shocks , 4 Brembo Monoblock Calipers , steel braided lines and slotted rotors.
The car was pretty much as advertised Brembo Calipers w/ slotted rotors, Bilstein shocks, 22mm rear sway bar, RS door panels, Dino steering wheel and most exterior trim pieces were new. It was advertised as totally rust free , he had a company called American Metalcraft replace the entire rear deck area and and entire front section near gas tank ( his description).
After I purchased the car I removed the worn out seats and carpet. I repaired two large rust holes underneath the two "back seats" . I installed two Momo Start racing seats , a roll bar, and new carpet. I ditched the "Cookie Cutter " wheels and sent Al Reed a nice set of Fuchs wheels and had him work his magic on them. Added euro lenses, Turbo tie rods, new ball joints, Rennline Alum. Board, drivers side and a strut brace. My plans were not to restore the car, but make it a fun second car. I was on the fence about an R/S replica until my wife backed into the drivers side rear qtr. The damage was minimal ( tail light and small dent) and we are still married, but I was off the fence.
I told you this was long ! I purchased RS flares, R/S front and rear bumpers and a Duck Tail from GT racing. Two 15x8 Fuchs from Al Reed ( probably need wider, but have these) Short on time and skill I took my car to a retired Porsche race mechanic who lives near me in Snellville , Ga. He has worked on my car in the past and was very meticulous and slow. I discussed the R/S conversion and he was happy to do it. I was told about a month and was prepared for two or three. Without going into details about the emails and visits that lasted over two years, I paid him for the work he done and sent a flat bed to pick up my car that was 90% completed. It has been in my warehouse for nine years. The car runs strong and I have put less than 5000 miles on it since I have owned it, a new speedometer/ odometer was installed when the 3.2 was put in. I regularly change the oil with 0-40 Mobil 1 full synthetic.
The pictures I post today are exactly as it was when I picked it up. I have all the parts to complete it ( I don't have an oil cooler to install in the front as planned), but all of the lights and trim parts as well as the parts he removed that were not to be reinstalled as well as some parts I removed when I purchased it.
My questions are these. Do I go ahead and sell the car as-is ? I really don't have the time or skill to complete it. Do I pay someone to complete it and then sell it ? I haven't kept up with the Porsche market and don't really know what to ask for it in this condition. I would really appreciate the thoughts of any of you with suggestions. Thanks also for taking the time to read this.

[NYNick]

There are a lot worse cars out there and they don't start and drive like yours. A 72 with a 3.2 and matching numbers 2.4 along with it has more than just passing value. If I were local (wherever that is, you don't say) I'd come and take a look.

Seeing as though you don't do your own work I'd sell it as is. Someone will be getting an exciting project that when completed will be a fun hot rod. Many more pix of the interior, engine bay and underside would be needed to give you an idea of value, but look this one up in a few hours to see a finished comp.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1972-porsche-911-14/

[flattrackerjim]

Thanks NY Nick, I'm in Atlanta. Pretty much leaning toward selling as it sits. I'll try to add a couple more pictures next week. I appreciate the response.

[Quicksilver]

No one can decide for you if you should complete it but it would be a sweet car to have and drive.

A big question is: Is the 2.4 the matching numbers engine for the car?

The car is probably worth more returned to stock if you have the original 2.4 motor. I suspect if you sell it as a "project" that it would be worth more sold with a matching numbers 2.4 (if rebuildable) so you could sell the 3.2 separately. (A good running 3.2 is worth WAY more than he paid back in 96!)
Selling a random 2.4 is ok but selling a matching numbers engine by itself that is still with the original car is just too distasteful to consider.
If the 2.4 isn't the original motor the car is probably worth more as a hotrod so you could sell the car with the 3.2 and get some extra cash for the 2.4 separately.

So the way I see it that leaves you with 4 options that you have to work out for yourself.
- Fix it and have fun with it
- Sell the car with the matching numbers 2.4 and sell the 3.2 separately
- Sell the car as a hotrod with the 3.2 and sell the 2.4 separately
and the last option which will probably not get you as much money...
- Sell all of it as a package deal.


(I am always a fan of DRIVE IT as that is one of the huge joys in life.)

[flattrackerjim]

Thank you Wayne. All good points. At this time I'm leaning toward selling unfinished and letting someone else finish it. Too many irons in the fire. I don't have the 2.4 as the 3.2 was in the car when I got it. Thanks again for taking the time to post some options for me. Jim