Porsche 914 & 914/6 (e)Bay Watch
EDITOR'S NOTE: Be forewarned. While the rest of this
site attempts to present information regarding Porsche 914 vehicles in
a fairly professional and factual manner, this page is comprised
primarily of the owner's opinions.
Online Auctions: The View from Afar
On-line auctions are a tremendous source for parts that would
otherwise be virtually impossible to find at reasonable prices. We have
purchased hundreds of Porsche 914 parts on eBay.
At least 95% of the individuals and companies selling 914 parts and
accessories on eBay (and elsewhere online) are completely honest and a
pleasure to deal with. There are, however, also sellers of items that
arrive... other than as described. In the past, if we came across a
"misrepresented" item, we would generally send the seller a note
explaining the discrepancy. Such notes were frequently neither
well-received nor acted upon.
So, in the spirit
of
information sharing (which is what P914.com is all
about), we decided to add this page of noteworthy Porsche 914-related
listings on
eBay. Herein, we will highlight a few current
auctions as either "Items of Concern," for those listings that appear
to be other than what they claim, or "Items of Interest" for things we
would bid on if we needed them. If you happen to
be reading this and find you are
listing a "Concern" item, please make appropriate corrections.
Sorry, it's probably
nothing personal. If you find
that you have bid on or were thinking of bidding on a "Concern"
item, re-evaluate your plans. If you see an auction that might be of
"Concern," please e-mail the link to ContactUs@p914.com
with your reason for "Concern" and help your fellow 914 enthusiasts
avoid making purchasing errors.
Items of Concern:
(Updated Monday, July 5, 2010)
Item Number 170483864305:
911-912
porsche screwdrivers 10k.volt w.german wine red
The seller notes that these SCREWDRIVERS
are new and never claims that they are authentic factory tools.
Unfortunately, he never states they are reproductions, either. Mind
you, they look like high quality repops, but, by definition, they are
not worth the authentic tool money level the seller is seeking.
Item Number 330448380187:
Porsche
914 fact. nos new original tool kit unobtanium
Honestly, we appreciate what Automobile Atlanta has done with regard
to making quality replacement parts for Teeners. What is infuriating,
however, is their standard practice of advertising, selling and
pricing replacement parts as
if they are suitable for Concours d'Elegance restorations. This PORSCHE 914 TOOL KIT is a perfect
example. Sure, the item came from "Porsche," but it is merely a
"functional replacement" tool set contracted out to some
(likely Mexican or Brazilian) aftermarket provider. As is
obvious, the actual tools and bag bear little resemblance to the
original factory items and are therefore absolutely NOT appropriate
"...for that perfect low mile concours car..." The folks at Auto
Atlanta are well aware of this, but they are still trying to gouge you
for (at least) $250. You can get a much better deal at Home Depot.
Item Number 130407127968:
1970-1973
PORSCHE 911 RS S E T FACTORY TOOL KIT
If you are... wealthy enough to pay $1200 for this early 70s PORSCHE 911 TOOL KIT (also suitable
for the 914/6 after adding a towing eye), Make sure you get the one in
the thumbnail picture with the PLIERS
that are correct for later
1971-1973 kits, and not the one in the large picture with the pliers
that are not correct for any Porsche tool kit. Oh, both pictures are
supposed to be of the same "factory" tool kit? Hmmmm...
Item Number 200353843356:
PORSCHE
914 GAS/TEMP COMBINATION GAUGE MADE IN GERMANY
Exactly where is the "Temp" portion of this "GAS/TEMP COMBINATION GAUGE?" We see
the fuel level gauge, the alternator, oil pressure and handbrake
warning lights, but... oh, it's just a 914 FUEL GAUGE worth well under $20.00...
but he made us look.
Item Number 110550175870:
Porsche
914 Driver's Seat Rails
Yes, we can "look at the picture for actual condition" and see that
the adjustment handle is broken off, but couldn't you also mention it?
That's what an honest seller would do.
Item Number 190408414817:
PORSCHE
FACTORY TOOL BAG 911 1968 to 1973
The seller notes the following, "Bought
for my 1970 911-T. Have since found another tool kit. Don't need two."
Apparently he realized that this... collection... contains
approximately zero correct components (including the bag) for a 1970
Porsche TOOL KIT. In fact,
this appears to be a combination of post 1974 Porsche 911 tools with
some really bad reproductions thrown in for good measure. The seller
would like to pass on his mistake to you for the bargain price of $401
+ shipping. What a swell guy!
Items of Interest:
(Updated Monday, July 5, 2010)
Item Number 200491756810:
Porsche
914 Tachometer 4 cyl works perfectly VDO
This 1970-1973 Porsche 914 "silver button" TACHOMETER
appears cosmetically excellent. The seller states that it "works
perfectly," too. With a $0.99 opening bid and no reserve, virtually
everyone with an earlier Teener should take a close look at this
listing.