Equipment
1582/90hp, 4-speed, Continental tires, Blaupunkt AM/FM radio, tool kit.
Condition
#3 Good
Runs and drives well. Flaws not noticeable to passersby. Most common condition.
Original, unrestored California car. The paint is cracked, crazed and scratched on many surfaces but it has that faded California patina look down perfect. The wheels and tires both look nearly new. The interior looks great as well with only mildly faded gauges and worn seats and carpets. The engine looks like it has been recently serviced and cleaned up and the underbody is clean also. Far too good to restore and a truly impressive level of preservation, especially for a less valuable 912 that was more likely to get used up and neglected.
Market commentary
This car could have sold at the reported high bid, which reflected a modest but real premium for its originality without getting carried away. Sometimes bidders do go crazy and throw a ton of money at an original car, but you can't count on it and $55K was a fair offer.