Few vehicles are as instantly recognizable as a Porsche 911, due in part to the fact that the styling has remained remarkably similar since the model’s initial launch in 1964. Nearly sixty years later, the recipe remains the same: a rear-mounted, high-performance engine combined with swoopy yet timeless styling, resulting in a 2+2 sports car for the masses. With an original list price of around $6500, just under $60k in today’s money, the cars were expensive but developed a cult following among enthusiasts and racers. With the base price of a current 911 creeping over $100k, is it possible for a Porsche fan to get into the hobby on a minimal budget? With over one million 911s having been produced, project cars are plentiful and offer potential for mechanically inclined individuals that don’t mind rolling up their sleeves to make their dreams come true. Our feature car is a 1973 Porsche 911, located in Baytown, TX, and offered here on Facebook Marketplace with an asking price of $15,000. At that price, there may be room for some sweat equity for the right buyer. The seller states that the car ran when parked, but has sat outside ever since.

Though the ad doesn’t state any specifications, the engine appears to be the typical 2.4L unit, as opposed to the 2.7L that was used in the Carrera model. The seller does state that the engine mounts gave out, so it is currently being supported by a chain. This could provide the opportunity for the new owner to swap mounts and upgrade to something with increased power and reliability if they so desire.

As for the interior, both the driver and passenger seats are missing. There also appears to be some sort of foliage growing through the passenger side floorboard, which means extensive rust repair will likely be required. The odometer shows 98,122 miles, but judging from the overall condition of the vehicle, it may have rolled over. The good news is that the remaining majority of the parts required for restoration are still in place and in at least fair condition.

The ducktail spoiler at the rear appears to be an aftermarket piece, but it would have complemented the car well back in the day. The deck lid shows massive deterioration, and with all of the other extensive rust repair this car will require, the buyer will definitely have their work cut out for them. Hopefully, they will have either great metalworking skills or a deep pocketbook. With similar models in good condition selling for $50k and up, there may be some profit left at the end of the day. Would you flip this autobahn cruiser, or keep it as your own?