value of a 1973.5T 911

[Sunroof]

I am going to put my car up for sale and in researching what NADA, Hagherty, etc values are I find that the 1973.5T model never shows up yet this was an important model in the Porsche Longhood lineup. It was the last of the longhoods and the first model with CIS. I would think it deserves consideration when coming up with a value.

NADA lists the 1973T with an average value of 63K up to 101K.

Any thoughts on how much percentage wise the added value of the 73.5T would be?

Thanks
Bob

[blucille]

real world, 73.5 doesn't get you much extra value over a 73....but over a 70 or 71, I think a 73 gets you an extra 10% +/-. There was a time 10 years ago that the CIS was preferred, a little extra power, seemed like a more reliable, easier to live with motor than the MFI of the early 73 T's.....but now, people prefer the MFI cars, the sound is glorious and the engine is nicer to look at.

So, let's say it's a wash. depending what else is good about the car, NADA seems to be in the range, but a bit low. When was the last time you saw any longhood that was ok-enough for 63k.

I'd say decent drivers, in interesting colors without significant rust or damage would start at 70k, probably more like 80-85k for a "nice driver"

and a 73T, or really any longhand in "nice driver+" "cars and coffee" condition B, B+ to A-- would be 100-130, depends on color, coupe is still preferred,

tell us more about the car.

[Sunroof]

thanks for the reply.
I am a long time Porsche owner (4 cars in last 45 years) and I bought this southern car back in 2000. The list of repairs would fill a binder, which I have, but in a nutshell the car has no dents, dings, scratches or any damage and is an excellent example of the 73.5T, from the hand painted wheel caps to the "nicki pistons and cylinders" the only thing I see not working is the cigarette lighter and glove box light! I would classify this as more toward excellent then good. This car is so original the paint is stage one acrylic enamel with no clear coat. Back then it was Turtle Wax or Blue Coral waxes that keep it sealed. The only two modifications are a Momo wheel and a new radio with CD player. I even left the puffy Sunvisor's on.

Determining on just how I will sell this is a challenge as well. Consignment houses and there are many in Atlanta are competitive and all want your business so I will have to take my time and figure out which path is best.

As for MFI versus CSI, these days MFI is getting rarer because they are so costly to rebuilt whereas the CIS reminds me of a board game "Mousetrap" where ten things shave to happen before the damn thing starts up! The fuel pump is in the rear behind the driver's seat. Fuel has to be pulled not pushed as near the fuel tank and with a hand throttle for startup, you have to wait until pressures are up before starting. They learned their lessons for the 1974 on.

Overall though its a great driver and a thrill to drive. I plan on moving on to a 997.

Bob

[blucille]

Bob, it looks tidy, and some nice options, comfort package and the sunroof.

You might want to put a for sale ad here on pelican and maybe early S.

(spend a bunch of time driving the 997, it might not be your cup of tea....expensive repair bills, video game like driving experience)

there aren't many longhoods advertised lately and certainly not a lot of good cars. Some people love sepia, go find one or two, I'd think 100k, maybe up to 120 could happen.

(if it was me, I'd put the factory wheel and a period radio (or no radio) in it instead of those two "upgrades")

[runner4fun]

Lovely car. You might check the Classifieds in Panorama for 911T values as well.

[Sunroof]

I am always looking at the Panorama prices as too Bring A Trailer, which has quite a number of 73.5T's in their sold inventory. It seems with prices all over the place, the value is really in what someone will pay for the car. As mentioned, Sepia Brown may be a sought-after color by a few, while some have claimed its a "deal breaker". Either way, for a Porsche purist, its what was trendy at the time and actually rather conservative given the lime greens, electric blues, lemon yellows, etc offered during the early to mid 1970's.

Interestingly, Dr. Porsche's personal 928 was Sepia Brown and he adored the color.

Thanks for the input on going back to the original wheel and radio. That could have an influence on originality and preference; however, a Momo wheel and upgraded radio/CD player sure brings more pleasure to weekend cruising. I think a Porsche 911 long hood enthusiast would love these two additions. I am not sure about the roll of duct tape as my cup holder on the floor though!

BTW in the photo you can see the car came with "S" trim features and wheel well trim, which add to the appearance.

Thanks for the 997 inputs. Actually, I just might go 180 and go for a flat six Boxster (2014-2015).

Bob

[Matt Monson]

You just treat it as the standard US vehicle for 1973. While we called it a 73.5 and it got cis, the reality is we barely got any actual 73 spec cars here, even though they exist.

[Matt Monson]

Oops. Posted before I added the most recent excellence market report for you.

[Sunroof]

I am not sure if the 73.5T was the only model with bumperettes.

[Sunroof]

I was just going to mention Matt the monthly Market updates in Excellence. Thats where I have seen the 73.5T listed. Looking at the values, it does reveal that the 73.5T is a significant model by price alone. I believe the May issue will feature the long hood value updates.

[KNS]

I'd love to own one. Back in 2004 I looked at a 73.5 911T coupe that had 63,000 miles, original paint and interior - a very clean driver in excellent condition. The owner wanted $14,500 which was market value at that time. I passed on it and ended up getting a 1980 SC.

I wish I bought it. I few weeks later I saw it driving around town, the new owner put on a huge fiberglass turbo tail. Ugh...

Around that same time (I was living in Prescott, AZ, four seasons, snow, etc). A friend of mine had a red 73.5 911T that he parked on the street outside his apartment. How times have changed.

[Rodsrsr]

I would definitely reconsider selling the Longhood for a 997. You can find 997.'s all day long and although they are superior to the old ones in just about every way, they lack the spirit of the early cars.

I ended up selling one of these and I'm sure you can guess which one.

[Sunroof]

The latest issue of Excellence (May) just arrived and surprisingly they wrote, "there's been a noticeable increase in the prices of average and good condition 911T and E Models".

The current values in the May 2024 issue for the 1973.5T Coupe only with percentage increases from the previous year (see above estimates) are:

AVERAGE GOOD EXCELLENT
$50,000 (+11.5%) $77,500 (+3.7%) $105,000 (0.0%)

J.D Powers shows a value of $63,000 average and $109,000 excellent.

So now I have something more tangible to work with, but as I said before the real value is what one would pay!

Bob