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Posted by: last337 Dec 4 2012, 08:23 AM

Well I finally did it! After years and years of wanting one I have finally purchased my very own 914! 1973 2.0. It appears to have a single carb conversion (which I have mixed feelings about). I am not really sure what else has been updated or converted on the car but I am looking forward to getting into it and seeing what else is there.

I know this will be a fun car to own, drive, and work on (which from what I can tell will be an ongoing thing). I have been working on cars my whole life but never owned or worked on a Porsche so I am sure you can expect a lot more posts from me in the near future

I am expecting delivery this weekend and I cant wait!

Posted by: saigon71 Dec 4 2012, 08:33 AM

Good looking car! Congrats on your purchase and

Posted by: 76-914 Dec 4 2012, 08:35 AM

Your in deep now. Where is the car from? Any rust issues that your aware of?

Posted by: jsconst Dec 4 2012, 08:40 AM

Nice car!


Jeff

Posted by: carr914 Dec 4 2012, 08:45 AM

Posted by: JawjaPorsche Dec 4 2012, 08:48 AM

Welcome to the Madness! Get your checkbook ready!

Posted by: URY914 Dec 4 2012, 09:18 AM

Nice car. Post more pics. Welcome

Posted by: wingnut86 Dec 4 2012, 09:27 AM

Posted by: vitaminC Dec 4 2012, 09:58 AM

Nice!


http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/PORSCHE-914-911-912-/160931669114

Posted by: Cairo94507 Dec 4 2012, 10:07 AM

Welcome to the group. I looked at the pictures in the eBay add. Before you drive that car or start it, please check the fuel filter hanging down under the car. In the picture it appears to be dripping something. Hopefully it is water from being washed....but just in case make sure it is not gasoline. A lot of these car end up catching fire due to bad or improper fuel line installation.

Posted by: boogie_man Dec 4 2012, 10:07 AM

QUOTE(wingnut86 @ Dec 4 2012, 07:27 AM)

Posted by: 396 Dec 4 2012, 10:11 AM

Welcome to the craziness

Posted by: ChrisNPDrider Dec 4 2012, 10:19 AM

Avoid the car-BQ and make sure there are absolutely no leaks in the fuel system
Then,

Posted by: Socalandy Dec 4 2012, 10:30 AM

QUOTE(Cairo94507 @ Dec 4 2012, 08:07 AM)

Posted by: Sea Dragon 914 Dec 4 2012, 11:00 AM

Looks like you got a good deal on the car. For that price, I'd be willing to add another 2.0 to my stable. Of course, it would mean I wouldn't be married anymore and half my stable would be taken away from me.

Have fun. They're great cars. I can't believe I've been driving them for almost 30 years now.

Posted by: kg6dxn Dec 4 2012, 12:24 PM

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 4 2012, 12:32 PM

QUOTE(Cairo94507 @ Dec 4 2012, 08:07 AM)

Posted by: last337 Dec 4 2012, 12:46 PM

Thanks for the warm welcome! I see the spot you guys are referring to and have heard of the fuel line/filter installation problems. Which areas should I check prior to driving and what tend to be the causes for leaks?

Thanks!

Posted by: NORD Dec 4 2012, 12:56 PM

Nice car


Someone once said, If you buy a new 914 and it is running, drive it to the
parts store and get some Jack stands, you'll probably need them.

Posted by: Gint Dec 4 2012, 07:05 PM

Nice!

Posted by: Dr Evil Dec 4 2012, 09:37 PM

Posted by: Hammy Dec 4 2012, 09:39 PM

Looks like a nice car.
First time I've seen speakers installed in the backpad like that.

Posted by: aharder Dec 4 2012, 09:45 PM

It's only Money

Posted by: jersey914 Dec 4 2012, 09:50 PM

Hope you brought your spare wallet..

Posted by: Joe Owensby Dec 4 2012, 10:54 PM

Congrats. Enjoy your pretty car.

Posted by: last337 Dec 5 2012, 03:58 PM

Just wanted to thank you guys again and let you know based on your recommendations I called a guy I met at the track from a local shop here and his shop will look over the car for about $100 and give me a good idea of what needs to be done first, second, etc.

Like I said I am actually very excited about tooling with this car a lot (which I know will be quite often). However, based on everyone here's feedback I think it best to get a pro to look it over to ensure things are safe and the car is roadworthy as I begin to learn more about this car and tackle things on my own.

Thanks again for looking out and the warm welcome to the community!