Where is the market on 73S Targa

!973S Targa - owned by Early S Man from 1977 until his passing in 2008
Matching #s engine and trans
Driver quality signal yellow paint
Zero rust
New brown interior with hounds tooth inserts
71,000 original miles
New Carsinc top
Rebuilt calipers
New suspension rubber
New Shocks and struts
New SSI's
H1's
Factory AC car - have parts but not installed

To my knowledge, the engine has not been redone, but it runs fantastically and uses very little oil. Ed Mayo did most of the mechanical work, so it's done right. What's the value in today's world?

[stevesc_us]

A bit difficulty to say as the market in kind of in flux right now. Here is one that didn't hit reserve at $87k. I believe the seller was looking for around $125k.

1973 Porsche 911S Targa | Bring a Trailer

Thanks for the reply - that one has been on market for a while. It looks nice but has a non original engine.

[stevesc_us]

Yes, but it also comes with the original matching #'s case.

Didn't see that. I'm curious why that one hasn't sold.

[SalParadise]

Originally Posted by Mark Wilson

Didn't see that. I'm curious why that one hasn't sold.

Maybe because people are finally coming to their senses and realizing that an old p-car 911 is not worth what a house costs in many states...

Originally Posted by SalParadise

Maybe because people are finally coming to their senses and realizing that an old p-car 911 is not worth what a house costs in many states...

They did reach ridiculous prices

[Macroni]

Originally Posted by Mark Wilson

Didn't see that. I'm curious why that one hasn't sold.

Ask Phil...... it really is a very nice car......

[faapgar]

I thought the offer was $25,000 less than it was worth.A 2.4S? Nice car.Too many people on the fence right now regarding future value instead of the beauty of the beast.Shame on you and just buy a FERRARI.

[pu911]

Originally Posted by stevesc_us

A bit difficulty to say as the market in kind of in flux right now. Here is one that didn't hit reserve at $87k. I believe the seller was looking for around $125k.

1973 Porsche 911S Targa | Bring a Trailer

The blue 73 is a nice solid car - would need new rear fenders and paint plus the original engine re-installed to bring the money- most retail buyers want a turn key collectable car anymore. Seems like good drivers are tough sell anymore. Mark you have a lovely car- GLWS.
Phil

[techweenie]

I'll echo what Phil says: buyers today come with a long checklist and want every box checked.

A buyer looking for a stock appearing S Targa might need to see rocker trim. Another might believe that all S cars should have sport seats (CoA listed or not). Another might insist on a black interior with Signal Yellow.

In my experience, these are not negotiating points, but binary decision triggers. The 'all-the-money' buyer wants the car exactly the way he wants it, and done, done, done.

Having said that, this car is spectacular looking and I'd say $100-120K is what the right buyer would pay for it -- though probably with some details changed.

Originally Posted by pu911

The blue 73 is a nice solid car - would need new rear fenders and paint plus the original engine re-installed to bring the money- most retail buyers want a turn key collectable car anymore. Seems like good drivers are tough sell anymore. Mark you have a lovely car- GLWS.
Phil

Thanks Phil. I haven't made the decision yet, but a business opportunity may trigger the sale.

[pu911]

Mark,

I saw your Thread on the early S site, the best of luck however you decide to proceed.

Phil