1976 Porsche 911 Turbo conversion value

Mollica13 · 01-07-2016, 08:50 AM

I have a 1976 Porsche 911 with a steel wide body conversion and has an aftermarket turbo as well. It still has the 2.7 in it. However it only has 100K original miles. Also the original color is slate grey. It has the same color code as Steve Mcqueens 930 (615-9-2) riveted in the door jam. It has a lot of 930 stamped parts, the conversion was done properly. Not looking to sell it im just curious what its worth. Here are a few photos. Thanks for the help guys!

Mollica13 · 01-07-2016, 08:52 AM

Also its a California car and is rust free

CountD · 01-07-2016, 01:03 PM

Less than an original '76 coupe but probably more than a '76 Targa.

The car looks great. I am sure it would sell for $27.5K. I believe that's what it's worth in today's market. The buyer would have to really want a Turbo look and want to pay for it grafted on to a '76 midyear. Better to keep it as to replicate it nowadays would be a lot more than its worth.

And yeah, if that's really a turbo badge on the back lid - take it off. Who cares if it's not a Turbo? It's still a sweet looking 911.

Mollica13 · 01-07-2016, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by CountD

Less than an original '76 coupe but probably more than a '76 Targa.

The car looks great. I am sure it would sell for $27.5K. I believe that's what it's worth in today's market. The buyer would have to really want a Turbo look and want to pay for it grafted on to a '76 midyear. Better to keep it as to replicate it nowadays would be a lot more than its worth.

And yeah, if that's really a turbo badge on the back lid - take it off. Who cares if it's not a Turbo? It's still a sweet looking 911.

Thanks for the info!

Blue6 · 01-07-2016, 06:02 PM

The market would be very limited as the conversion started with a MY-1976. In California how is it passing smog tests? If only just one yr earlier you wouldn't have to put up with that bull...

matt930s · matt930s's Garage

Seems like he is being straight forward about the car...Why would he have to remove the turbo badge? That's reserved for cars that sport it - that aren't boosted....

MattR

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Originally Posted by CountD

Less than an original '76 coupe but probably more than a '76 Targa.

The car looks great. I am sure it would sell for $27.5K. I believe that's what it's worth in today's market. The buyer would have to really want a Turbo look and want to pay for it grafted on to a '76 midyear. Better to keep it as to replicate it nowadays would be a lot more than its worth.

And yeah, if that's really a turbo badge on the back lid - take it off. Who cares if it's not a Turbo? It's still a sweet looking 911.

ELZ's930 · 01-07-2016, 06:46 PM

Great looking car. Mid year 911's have gone up. How does it run with the turbo'd 2.7?

Sent from my "Driving Shoe Phone"

Matt Monson · 01-08-2016, 06:08 AM

Fantastic color. I personally think the color would help the car bring a premium over an identical car in an average color. I would also remove the turbo kit. I suspect it's the old BAE kit that got out on a lot of these in the 80s and 90s? Not really about the value so much as not blowing it up.

That said I suspect you could sell the car for close to $30k.

Mollica13 · 01-09-2016, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by ELZ's930

Great looking car. Mid year 911's have gone up. How does it run with the turbo'd 2.7?

Sent from my "Driving Shoe Phone"

It runs really good actually with the turbo!

Mollica13 · 01-09-2016, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Blue6

The market would be very limited as the conversion started with a MY-1976. In California how is it passing smog tests? If only just one yr earlier you wouldn't have to put up with that bull...

I know I wish it was a 75, smog is a big issue with this thing. I have a guy in East Los Angeles that passes it for me.

Blue6 · 01-09-2016, 08:32 PM

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I know I wish it was a 75, smog is a big issue with this thing. I have a guy in East Los Angeles that passes it for me.

Hang on to that guy. Tip him very good

Ronnie's.930 · 10:29 PM

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I would also remove the turbo kit. I suspect it's the old BAE kit that got out on a lot of these in the 80s and 90s? Not really about the value so much as not blowing it up.

Holy shart Matt, that's like suggesting to a guy with super-sized testicles that he neuter himself now so as to avoid possible, swangin'-induced back pain down the road!

I see that I've really got my work cut out for me regarding my "turn Matt from a naturally aspirated weenie" project!!!

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Tip him very good

Just the . . . ?!?!?!

Matt Monson · 01-10-2016, 07:13 AM

Ronnie, Ronnie, Ronnie. I've got nothing against turbos. But in the last 15 years in this business I've seen a lot of 2.7s critically wounded by aftermarket turbo kits. That's not saying turbos are bad. It's saying I wouldn't run one on that engine. No more. No less.

Blue6 · 01-10-2016, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Ronnie's.930

Holy shart Matt, that's like suggesting to a guy with super-sized testicles that he neuter himself now so as to avoid possible, swangin'-induced back pain down the road!

I see that I've really got my work cut out for me regarding my "turn Matt from a naturally aspirated weenie" project!!!

Just the . . . ?!?!?!

Ok, I'll concede to you. If he's that good, give him the entire thing....

WANNA930 · 01-10-2016, 09:55 AM

I say keep the turbo kit. Am I wrong in saying it is a period correct turbo kit? If so I think it would actually help value. It isn't a cobbled together backyard swap.

In the US car world engines are what sells vintage cars. I would think that would also carry over a bit to the Porsche World.

Remove the body kit and I think you have a $40-50k car there by the end of the year. Super rare color scheme with a very rare turbo kit. I would add some other period correct accys and just go with it. Of course nothing tacky.

When was the last time a slate gray mid year 911 came for sale? I will put it this way, when I saw your ad I thought it was a turbo swap and moved right along. Now that I read the above I would be interest in the car.

Ronnie's.930 · 01-10-2016, 11:50 AM

Matt, I knew what you meant - the 2.7 has the infamous mag case, correct? If so, yep, not the best choice for turbocharging (much more heat added to the system in general = damage the magnesium even further . . . not to mention boost pressure adding stress to the already ridiculously weak head stud bores).

Blue6, very good point (

) right thar!!!

Mollica13 · 01-12-2016, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by WANNA930

I say keep the turbo kit. Am I wrong in saying it is a period correct turbo kit? If so I think it would actually help value. It isn't a cobbled together backyard swap.

In the US car world engines are what sells vintage cars. I would think that would also carry over a bit to the Porsche World.

Remove the body kit and I think you have a $40-50k car there by the end of the year. Super rare color scheme with a very rare turbo kit. I would add some other period correct accys and just go with it. Of course nothing tacky.

When was the last time a slate gray mid year 911 came for sale? I will put it this way, when I saw your ad I thought it was a turbo swap and moved right along. Now that I read the above I would be interest in the car.

Iv noticed a lot of people arnt too pumped about the turbo flares but that's really what makes it for me. Gives the car character in my opinion. A lot of good input though thanks for all the comments guys!

Gaspassin · Gaspassin's Garage

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Iv noticed a lot of people arnt too pumped about the turbo flares but that's really what makes it for me. Gives the car character in my opinion. A lot of good input though thanks for all the comments guys!

I love the flares. It's just that if they are factory they add to the value. After the factory mods you lose value with them on. Super cool car with a great color scheme that you should keep. If you do decide to sell post it here and for 35 I bet you catch a buyer.

In regards to the turbo script. I think now you should put a second one on there. Maybe I will add one to my SC with Carrera RS under it.

timchar · timchar's Garage

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Iv noticed a lot of people arnt too pumped about the turbo flares but that's really what makes it for me. Gives the car character in my opinion. A lot of good input though thanks for all the comments guys!

I've got a 75 with good quality steel turbo flares welded on, if done well, it can be very desirable to many. Widebody's have and will continue to be popular. Forget what the "purists" say and enjoy that fat arse! Tim

Mollica13 · 01-13-2016, 05:53 PM

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I've got a 75 with good quality steel turbo flares welded on, if done well, it can be very desirable to many. Widebody's have and will continue to be popular. Forget what the "purists" say and enjoy that fat arse! Tim

Yes I agree! Mine are steel and welded on as well. I'm a sucker for that fat arse! Haha