how collectible is the 912?

[nine11speedster]

hi guys, what do you all think of the 912 (the long hood, not the 76)?

any idea on what price are they fetching nowadays? I m looking at one thats 90% condition (everything correct, excellent condition).
thanks for your time
Carson

[ossiblue]

As the old saying goes, "a rising tide raises all boats" and the 912's are being affected. My advice is to look for a 912 just as if it were a 911--meaning, scrutinize it for the same qualities and defects as it's essentially the same car. IMO, top quality "A" cars bring prices in the high teens and low twenties with lesser cars moving down the scale. They are still underpriced, I believe, but are catching up fast. Don't forget that to rebuild a 912 engine at a first class shop will cost you nearly as much as a 911 as parts and mechanics are getting scarce. If you haven't done so already, ask your question at the 912 Registry--a good group of people.

[GothingNC]

There are two listed on The Samba for over 20k and up

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=573418

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=573368

This blue one is nice for 15k

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=490800

Now here is a cheap project

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=546460

[GothingNC]

Another nice one

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/classifieds/detail.php?id=526686

[EarlyPorsche]

Very collectible. Restored ones do really well. Restored ones with Period correct flat-six engines installed sell close to what actual 911's sell for. Considering they are the same as a 911 in all practical aspects, I would suggest buying one that is 90% done and you can finish the rest in a couple of weekends.