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  1. 04-24-2018, 08:38 AM #1
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    10 years waiting - 911L 1968

    Dear friends,
    I must say am emotional - as money is flying to the seller, I can show you my new and ultimate ride.
    I bought from Robert Barrie, in the UK a (my) 911L 1968 in perfect condition with a mild sport purpose touch.

    I will relate the story of that quest and the very very nice buying process with Robert (Barrie).

    This is an US version of the L, side markers have been removed, gearbox is matching, engine is not original (a 2.4T 1971 with Weber), she was repainted 4 years ago to light Ivory (original color is Bahama Yellow), seat are Recaro (do not know the year)
    I know some purists here that will shout out, but I could not afford a 100% matching car, and unsure I was willing to - as am hot rod guy.

    I will fly to UK to take ownership of her, and will become her new custodian coming Thursday. I will drive to Bicester first to grab an art photography, then will make my way to Folkestone to get the Eurotunnel(UK) to Calais (FR) - then I will head to Magny-Cours F1 race track to attend the Classic Days and celebrating the 70th Porsche Anniversary.

    I will for sure take pics and will tell my adventure through a ESSES article.

    I have been dreaming about this 911L 1968 for 10 years - perseverance is everything.
    A huge and sincere thank you to the Sreg pals and officers - you guys rock.

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  2. 04-24-2018, 09:02 AM #2
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    Congratulations, Xavier! What a beautiful car, can't wait to read more about it.

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  3. 04-24-2018, 09:05 AM #3
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    Outstanding Xavier !!!!!
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  4. 04-24-2018, 09:45 AM #4
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    Congrats Xavier! Looks great, expecting more pictures soon! What sport purpose items are on the car, and what others do you plan to do?
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  5. 04-24-2018, 11:21 AM #5
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    Very nice, you're going to enjoy it so much...

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  6. 04-24-2018, 11:27 AM #6
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    Thank you all.
    I will report progress on the other thread I started a while ago about the 911L 1968 FIA GRP 2.
    I plan to make mods from time to time to be correct with that Wetson race car.

    Jeffrey, I will report here my trip back to France - 1000 kms trip
    Thank you very much Chuck
    Erik, your one will be key in the next steps I plan to make.
    Thomas, I remember your good mood while we met in the Alpes - am sure I will the same way.
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  7. 04-24-2018, 12:41 PM #7
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    bravo...xavier, bravo..
    will you have her in reims
    alreadY?
    you join for lemans with her

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  8. 04-24-2018, 01:40 PM #8
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    Congratulations Xavier, you did well to purchase form Robert, one of the proper car dealers and a true enthusiast. As discussed might see you at Bicester on Thursday.
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  9. 04-24-2018, 02:03 PM #9
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    Xavier, beautiful find! Looking forward to seeing ‘your’ touches and the pics/updates to follow. Safe travels home. You have way more patience than I do!
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  10. 04-24-2018, 02:28 PM #10
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    Car looks wonderful, Xavier... I look forward to reading more about the car... enjoy your time with her...
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