[Grady Clay]

Mike,

Yes, I have seen (early) 911 (and 912) Targas torn in half in very serious crashes.
I have some pictures I’ll try and find.
I even have a picture of me sitting in the seat in the back half of a new-ish 914, holding the steering wheel of the front half.

I won’t describe the ‘diagonal wheel’ test as definitive.
However, it is a good indicator.

Another even more subjective test is to try and note the difference in handling with the Targa top firmly latched compared to the top stowed in the trunk.
My street 914-6 (no cage) has noticeable difference with the top firmly latched.
Many who track their Targas swear by having the top latched firmly.


Back to the question at hand:
Convince the perspective buyer that your 911 is the same condition as one with 75K mi.
Show the facts.

If you have a German buyer, have them have their representative pay for it (on your local US bank) and take delivery at your convenience.

Again, I see no problem buying a 'quarter-million-mile' 911 IF....

Best,
Grady