Hallo from Canada
Posted: Mon Sep 17, 2012 8:19 pm
Hi
I am a newbie to both early Porsche and this site. I have enjoyed the threads I have read so far and look forward to reading more (when time in the garage permits). I recently acquired a 1966 911 coupe in pretty original condition. I think the numbers match (drivetrain numbers are certainly period). The major issues are the 'update' it received in 1974 to make it look modern! For example, they chaged the rear deck lid... luckily they retained the grill, though they did decide to paint it black (was fun to clean it up). Also, the rear centre panel was replaced with a fibre-glass monstrosity. I am gathering the parts necessary to put it back to original.
There is a small amount of visible rust that needs to be fixed ASAP and I have a guy lined up to do that. He was recommended by the mechanic who has worked on the car these past 28 years...
I have receipts dating back to 1974, which shows that the mileage is high, but that money was usually spent on the right things.
The car is 6601 slate grey (though it might be a late 70's interpretation of the colour). I am trying to verify...
I recently bought a set of steel wheels that are more period than the Fuchs it acquired in 1974.
Overall I am very happy with the car and am enjoying working on it (when I get the time).
Happy to be here on the site and look forward to many more hours spent reading what you guys are all up to!
Stephen
I am a newbie to both early Porsche and this site. I have enjoyed the threads I have read so far and look forward to reading more (when time in the garage permits). I recently acquired a 1966 911 coupe in pretty original condition. I think the numbers match (drivetrain numbers are certainly period). The major issues are the 'update' it received in 1974 to make it look modern! For example, they chaged the rear deck lid... luckily they retained the grill, though they did decide to paint it black (was fun to clean it up). Also, the rear centre panel was replaced with a fibre-glass monstrosity. I am gathering the parts necessary to put it back to original.
There is a small amount of visible rust that needs to be fixed ASAP and I have a guy lined up to do that. He was recommended by the mechanic who has worked on the car these past 28 years...
I have receipts dating back to 1974, which shows that the mileage is high, but that money was usually spent on the right things.
The car is 6601 slate grey (though it might be a late 70's interpretation of the colour). I am trying to verify...
I recently bought a set of steel wheels that are more period than the Fuchs it acquired in 1974.
Overall I am very happy with the car and am enjoying working on it (when I get the time).
Happy to be here on the site and look forward to many more hours spent reading what you guys are all up to!
Stephen
