Author Topic: Porsche 356 Engine and Transmission Stolen (Read 4334 times)

gcracer · « **on:** February 11, 2014, 10:49:01 AM »

I have had a Porsche 356 engine and transmission stolen from my trailer. Both are full race modified. Neither are usable in a street car. Although it is uncertain, I suspect the thieves probably don't know what they have or even that they are Porsche. The engine looks very similar to VW with an upright fan housing and dual Solex carbs. It is mounted on a roller cart. The transmission looks like a swing axle VW with disc brakes. Please be on the look out in case they surface in the Porsche or VW community. Given the opportunity I would buy them back without hesitation, no questions asked. The engine is serial#409521 and the transmission is #70872.

I have owned this drivetrain for over 25 years and it is very special to me. Please PM me if you hear of anything that sounds like this.

Gregory Campbell

kirin · « **Reply #1 on:** February 11, 2014, 11:09:54 AM »

Could you tell us where it was stolen from? Or at least the area... Any contact numbers that we can reach you at ?

AirCooledRules · « **Reply #2 on:** February 11, 2014, 06:10:47 PM »

Without knowing more info id say, scrapers took it.

gcracer · « **Reply #3 on:** February 13, 2014, 09:50:37 AM »

Stolen from South Surrey. My phone # is 604-328-1849.

Thanks for any leads.

Gregory Campbell

Jeremy · « **Reply #4 on:** February 13, 2014, 11:29:11 AM »

Quote from: AirCooledRules on February 11, 2014, 06:10:47 PM

Without knowing more info id say, scrapers took it.

I agree. Put the word out to the local scrap dealers.

Richard Kuczko · « **Reply #5 on:** February 14, 2014, 01:18:07 PM »

No idea if it's close. But here u go

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-other-auto-parts-and-accessories/calgary/porsche-911-engine/565447271?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

owdlvr · « **Reply #6 on:** February 14, 2014, 02:05:14 PM »

Squamish Scrap metal dealer are friends of mine, and the girls know what VW stuff looks like. She'll call me if anything has been dropped off, or gets dropped off in the future.

-Dave

gcracer · « **Reply #7 on:** March 24, 2014, 06:34:09 PM »

RECOVERED!

Thanks to a very honest citizen. The thief randomly knocked on the door of a fellow who happened to have 2 Vintage VW's in his driveway, and tried to flog the engine and tranny. The VW guy checked out the engine, searched the internet for the serial #, and found my posting! Police called, warrant, arrest and RECOVERY! My faith in human kind is (somewhat) restored! Thanks to all who spread the word.

WESTY69 · « **Reply #8 on:** March 24, 2014, 06:45:35 PM »

Whooooly crap THATS AWESOME , congratulations and a bug thankyou to a good veeduber

T-Dot · « **Reply #9 on:** March 24, 2014, 07:20:02 PM »

Awesome!

Jerome · « **Reply #10 on:** March 24, 2014, 08:09:52 PM »

Quote from: gcracer on March 24, 2014, 06:34:09 PM

RECOVERED!

Thanks to a very honest citizen. The thief randomly knocked on the door of a fellow who happened to have 2 Vintage VW's in his driveway, and tried to flog the engine and tranny. The VW guy checked out the engine, searched the internet for the serial #, and found my posting! Police called, warrant, arrest and RECOVERY! My faith in human kind is (somewhat) restored! Thanks to all who spread the word.

Fantastic! Buy that guy a bottle! good to know a dumbass had it & it didnt head south or overseas!

Geoff · « **Reply #11 on:** March 24, 2014, 08:20:54 PM »

perfect!!!!

ray · « **Reply #12 on:** March 24, 2014, 09:38:00 PM »

Congrats never thought that would be the outcome .

BUSDADDY · « **Reply #13 on:** March 24, 2014, 10:42:16 PM »

Outstanding news!, congratulations, sadly not many get lucky like you did.

I agree with Jerome, hook that good samaritan up somehow, nice to know some people still care.

Stephan Schmidt · « **Reply #14 on:** March 26, 2014, 08:42:50 AM »

WOW! Excellent!

DalesAlignment · « **Reply #15 on:** April 02, 2014, 08:23:46 AM »

That is awesome.

silas · « **Reply #16 on:** April 03, 2014, 10:30:07 PM »

Quote from: gcracer on March 24, 2014, 06:34:09 PM

RECOVERED!

incredible! great news!

major kudos to the honest and aware citizen that reported it...and to you & everyone else involved that was persistent and kept a lookout!

aircooleddave1965 · « **Reply #17 on:** April 04, 2014, 06:24:13 AM »

Nice!, A happy ending!
What is it about VWs that attracts such good people! I have been involved in many kinds of cars and the people that go with them, since a teen and I swear that VW people are the nicest most awesome people around!

Jeremy · « **Reply #18 on:** April 04, 2014, 10:47:26 AM »

Great ending. I keep thinking mine will show up eventually.

Bruce · « **Reply #19 on:** April 04, 2014, 09:50:54 PM »

Did the cops release the name of the loser who tried to sell the engine?

Might as well publicise the guy's name to further drag him through the mud.

buddy boy · « **Reply #20 on:** April 06, 2014, 09:50:26 AM »

Quote from: Bruce on April 04, 2014, 09:50:54 PM

Did the cops release the name of the loser who tried to sell the engine?

Might as well publicise the guy's name to further drag him through the mud.

Yes ! And also follow threw with pressing charges , show up in court and tell the judge u mean business !

Author Topic: Porsche 356 Engine and Transmission Stolen (Read 4334 times)

Stephan Schmidt