1973 Porsche 911

6 cylinder

5 speed

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Objective:to build a unique ST/RSR inspired car with emphasis on build quality rather than budget.It had to be powerful and well balanced enough to be seriously fast, but not at the expense of comfort or reliability.The design concept called for a simple elegance, with the reliance on quality for both materials and build while, keeping a styling and looks true to the originals.This is not a car that requires stickers or other such nonsense to get attention! Body:an excellent 1973 California non sunroof 911T Coupe, was the perfect choice for this project, as it is the last year for the small bumper, long hood carsand still had it's original twin front external battery box set up.Back in 2010, I purchased this wonderful car from a fellow PCA member, when a great car was selling for under $ 25k, so it was a perfect base for my project.The previous owner already had the car set up for PCA time trials, so it came with some sensible upgrades.All the original steel panels were retained, as I was looking for fit and correct panels gaps, rather than lightness.This accounts for the incredible fit and finish of the panels of this car, with 3mm door gaps.A well known Socal Porsche 911 restorer, custom fitted hand formed composite fender flares to the factory original steel front and rear fenders, the car retained it's original steel doors, rear deck lid and front hood. Front and rear bumpers were sourced from Getty Design then painstakingly modified for that perfect ST/RSR fit.The body was stripped down to the bare shell, receiving a full glass out repaint in the rare and beautiful shade of Gulf Orange, 019 paint code.Careful re-assembly then followed using all new components. These included all new rubbers seals, new front and rear windshield rubbers with new moldings, refurbished indicator boxes with new seals and European Factory lenses complemented by a set of Cibie H4s finish the look.A genuine vintage Durant door mirror, drilled out door handles, retro Porsche lettering and badging complete the look. Interior:New ivory headliner, Black RS perlon carpets from Germany, new German Vinyl door panels with correct leather straps and the correct plastic door handles, the original dash, in good condition was retained, leather steering wheel. A rare pair Period Koenig Black Corduroy Sport seats, 5 point Harness belts with welded RS/ST anchor points and RS Roll bar make for a tasteful interior. Wiring:The wiring loom was checked, tested and freshly re-wrapped with new black insulating tape, per factory. Fuel system:Custom made large fill steel tank was made from an SC Factory gas tank. It was degreased, hot dipped, welded on 4.5 inch filler neck with vintage alloy cap,re-textured and painted correct shade of grey, new fuel sender unit, new fuel lines front to back, feeds into Weber Carburetors. Wheels, brakes and Suspension:Factory Fuchs 7' + 8" x 15 with new RSR finish shod in 205x 60 and 225 x 55 x 15 VR tires, for that perfect vintage look.rebuilt pedal assembly, brake, clutch, accelerator.Full SC front suspension, which features larger brakes calipers, rebuilt, and bigger underbody sway bars, overhauled braking system, new handbrake cables,freshly packed wheel bearings, new pads, new stock front and rear torsion bars, new half shafts, new universal joints, boots, anodized fittings, suspension corner balanced. New Bilstein shocks. Engine:Fresh 3.0 liter SC engine on 930 block all machine work done to stock specification with factory Porsche parts, mild “carburetor" cams.Carrera oil fed tensioners, Turbo valve covers, all new oil cooler, lines and hardware, stock heat exchangers, Street Dansk Exhaust, 2 in 2 out.All newly powder coated engine tinware satin black, engine and gearbox cross members black powder coated high gloss, all new engine and gearbox mounts,new half shafts, new engine wiring harness, new braided plug wires, cad plated hardware, etc. done right.Vintage Italian 40 IDA Weber carburators, freshly rebuilt and jetted for 3.0 liter, new primaries and secondaries, metal venturis, new throttlebodies, adapters and linkages. Smooth idle with consistent power curve from idle to estimated 200 bhp at 6.500 rpm. you can see the engine running on: https://youtu.be/9FCYsQYynXo The 915 Gearbox was stripped, degreased, cleaned and reassembled to stock specification for smooth shifting.A new upgraded full clutch kit, the good one, was also installed, clutch disc, throw-out bearing, idle bearing, and new pressure plate complete the power train. Overall this is a really classy act, built to be fast, smooth and comfortable.Built as a touring car, not a race car. You can drive this car faster for longer, and you do not arrive at destination exhausted, deaf and all shook up!Important if you are approaching Medicare age....Lastly what does a car like this cost.Well I know that my base car, purchased in 2010 for $ 25k would cost at least $ 50k today,I know I have over $ 25k in body, paint labor and parts,and another $ 25k for the engine and gearbox, without cores!Assembly and parts, wheels, tires, seats, etc. was probably another $ 25k, and then there is all the stuff I have forgotten.A build of this type, if you price it out, does not make any kind of economic sense.However here is your chance to buy a wonderful and unique vintage 911 ST/RSR hotrod, for far less than the current $ 125k build costs. I will consider realistic offers and a possible trade for a great daily driver 1996/7 Porsche 993 Targa.Must be Tiptronic for me to deal and cope with LA traffic.Prefer silver or white over blue interior. This is an excellent car in every respect, and is a unique highly desirable commodity. The private number plate is not included in the sale. As with all the cars in my collection this Porsche Carrera is titled and insured in my name.In the last few months I have sold 4 Carreras from my collection on Ebay, and they have all been snapped up by well known Dealers from Saint Louis, New York, England and Switzerland. This only confirms that my cars represent good value, so don't let another good deal slip through your hands.As always have realistic expectations and you will not be disappointed, ask all questions and have all inspections completed prior to Bidding.Email me your telephone number, so I can share my experience and knowledge of this Carrera, with you in more detail. Condition and Warranty Information This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgement solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. Terms & Conditions I reserve the right to end this listing at anytime should the vehicle no longer be available for sale. If you retract your bid for any reason, and try to bid again, I will cancel your current bid and block you from bidding again.The following terms of sale apply. I welcome pre-purchase inspections, however all inspections are to be carried out prior to Auction ending, not after. I guarantee a clean title. Buyers must contact me by telephone within 24 hours of Item closing or vehicle may be sold to another purchaser or re-listed at seller's discretion. I require an immediate deposit of $ 500- via Paypal at end of auction, and payment in full within 3 Days of an item ending. No exceptions, unless made and agreed to ahead of time. Seller can assist with shipping at Buyer's cost.