The 1.6-liter engine was retuned in the 912 to provide 90 horsepower, with peak torque delivered at lower engine speed for improved responsiveness.
This 912 shows 118,000 miles, and engine bottom-end overhaul performed by a Porsche dealer at just under 90,000 miles, with work including new pistons, clutch and more. he engine compartment presentsas well preserved, also a reflection of the carâs recent history as a show vehicle. The four-speed manual transmission is said to shift smoothly. This 912 Targa has the glass rear window in place of the standard folding plastic window, which was later discontinued.
A repaint in the 1990s changed the color from the original green to red. The chrome trim and wheels look to be in excellent condition. The body has many new seals, including for the top. While he claims to never drive this Targa in the rain. The 1969 Porsche 912 essentially shared its cabin appointments with the base 911, and this one has the desirable optional wood-rim steering wheel. Early 912s had a three-dial instrument panel, but this later model has the same classic five-dial design as the 911.Used 1969 Porsche 912 118,000 miles, Red
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Rated at 325 horsepower, the L35-code 396-cubic-inch big-block V-8 engine is original to the car, with the â234040â sequence number on the VIN matching the number stamped on the engine blockâs ID pad.
it fires easily and settles down to a normal idle after warming up. There is no smoke at startup, either, but there is minor weeping on
the oil pan. The engine is matched with a Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 three-speed automatic transmission, which was recently rebuilt and performs as new. Rounding out the drivetrain details is a 12-bolt Posi-equipped rear axle, which shows some wetness around the rear cover.
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Pontiacâs Trans Am package for the 1973 Firebird gave it a dedicated 455-cubic-inch engine, standard four-speed manual transmission and a high-grip suspension.
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Air IV camshaft and Rhoads valve lifters. The distributor has been upgraded to electronic ignition as well. The original Muncie four-speed transmission was replaced with a Doug Nash five-speed manual, which has a very low first gear. The rear end features a 4.11:1 final-drive ratio.
the engine starts with no issues and that the transmission shifts cleanly through the gears.
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The 400-cubic-inch V-8 engine is original to the car, with the engineâs block stamping indicating that the Oldsmobile powerplant was indeed built for a 1967 model year 442.
He also says it has never been rebuilt, although the oil pan gasket and timing chain were replaced about three years ago and the original Quadrajet carburetor was also
recently rebuilt. The oil pan gasket replacement cured the engine of leaks. the engine starts easily when cold, with only a few pumps of the gas pedal, and with no smoke. A Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 three-speed automatic transmission is paired with the engine. good working order, shifts smoothly and doesnât appear to have any leaks or weeping.
A black vinyl interior complements the Saffron exterior and is in largely original condition.
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Itâs not known whether the engine in this Model A is original to the car, but itâs correct for a Ford of this vintage.
Every 1931 Model A was powered by Fordâs 201-cu. in. flathead inline-four, which had a compression ratio of 4.22:1, received its fuel through either a Zenith or Holley double-venturi carburetor, and produced 40 horsepower.
During the restoration, this Model A was converted over to 12-volt electricals, and received dual exhausts. The engine is said to start immediately after the fuel valve is turned on and the manual choke engaged. It does not smoke or use excessive oil. The Ford transmission was removed and replaced by a five-speed Borg Warner T-5 manual, a gearbox that allows the car to cruise at speed but with lower RPMs.
A view beneath the hood reveals a Per Tronix electronic ignition system and distributor, along with generally clean presentation, with only minor surface corrosion visible in a few spots. the paint still presents well after a waxing, describing it as being in overall very good condition. Some chips exist, but the bodywork has no dents and does not need a repaint. The two-tone color scheme is augmented by scarlet pinstriping.
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