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Posted by: pacman Mar 5 2016, 11:05 PM

Hi guys,

My name is Parker Carey . I just joined the group and figured id introduce myself. I'm 19 now and just bought my first 914 last summer. It's just a 73 1.7 but I love learning about them and hearing advice from people with experience. They are such fun cars and seem like around every corner is something to learn. I look foward to meeting you guys hopefully at some of the rallies and appreciate you guys taking the time to talk to the youth, it means a lot and we love cars too!

Posted by: r_towle Mar 5 2016, 11:09 PM

Posted by: pacman Mar 5 2016, 11:09 PM

Here is a few pics of the car.[attachmentid=544341] [attachmentid=544342]

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Posted by: Larmo63 Mar 5 2016, 11:10 PM

You're awesome!!!

Posted by: SirAndy Mar 5 2016, 11:16 PM

Have you signed up for this? It's not too far from where you are ...
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=273426


PS:

Posted by: pacman Mar 5 2016, 11:23 PM

Just talked to my dad and grandpa trying to coordinate. Definitely gonna try! Could be up to three of us with three cars. It looks/sounds like a blast! Thanks

Posted by: pacman Mar 5 2016, 11:25 PM

Haha thanks. It's nice to know other people who appreciate the hobby! Never been in a forum like this before

Posted by: Tom_T Mar 5 2016, 11:30 PM

Carey!

Enjoy your new toy!

Cheers!
Tom
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Posted by: ndfrigi Mar 6 2016, 12:15 AM

Welcome to 914world! And a very nice start with a running and complete car!

Posted by: jack20 Mar 6 2016, 12:30 AM

Beautiful car, Parker! Nice introduction. You're going to love it here.

Posted by: PancakePorsche Mar 6 2016, 12:49 AM

You will never be without a friend here at the world ! I bought my first one when 19 as well. Enjoy.

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 6 2016, 02:29 AM

This forum is not like most, you will find lost of good folks. If you can make the rally you will enjoy it.

Posted by: JawjaPorsche Mar 6 2016, 05:31 AM

Welcome to the Madness!

Posted by: Cuda911 Mar 6 2016, 06:12 AM

Welcome and congrats, the car looks great! Can you post some interior pix?

What's the story behind the car?

Posted by: maddog Mar 6 2016, 06:40 AM

I love black 914's, welcome to the forum.

Posted by: JOEPROPER Mar 6 2016, 06:49 AM

Welcome. I wish I started when I was 19.

Posted by: The Cabinetmaker Mar 6 2016, 07:09 AM

Welcome Carey. I bought my first 914 at 23. That was 45 years ago.

Posted by: Puebloswatcop Mar 6 2016, 07:31 AM

Nice to see youth involved....Welcome Parker. Have fun

Posted by: RabbitStew914 Mar 6 2016, 07:40 AM

I'm new to the forum as well - Nice to meet you! You've got a lot of fun ahead of you in that car, congrats on the buy. A Porsche at 19... how awesome.

Posted by: RobW Mar 6 2016, 08:15 AM

Enjoy.... that's the point.

Posted by: pacman Mar 6 2016, 08:44 AM

Here is a few pics of the interior for those whom asked. I bought it up in Seattle. It was originally red but resprayed black (which I like better anyways) sometime in the past. It'seems never going to be show car material but just a fun driver. Motor was rebuilt about 6k ago. Paid $2,700 off of cl. It's got just enough that needs fixed to keep me entertained but still is a good and fun driver. Thanks for all the encouragement guys, I already love this forum and feel the comradery. Look forward to meeting you guys sometime in the near future!

Posted by: pacman Mar 6 2016, 08:54 AM

(:

Posted by: 76-914 Mar 6 2016, 08:54 AM

Nice car at a great price. Welcome to the Madness.

Posted by: Gmanscott55 Mar 6 2016, 09:33 AM

Welcome!! I am a recent newbie myself. A lot of helpful members here. Enjoy the car!

Posted by: BeemerSteve Mar 6 2016, 11:19 AM

Welcome to one of the best forums online!!! I know this for a fact as I've own a few different cars over the years. These guys are very dedicated to their cars and most all know their stuff if you get into a jamb.

Posted by: whitetwinturbo Mar 6 2016, 11:19 AM

Parker.........."smokin-deal" i'd say at that price.

I was 19 when my [then] g/friend drives up in a white 914...whoa that was 40+ years ago.

Welcome to party

Posted by: struckn Mar 6 2016, 12:28 PM

Hi Parker from an East Coaster. You have bought not only a Classic Sports Car that you're going to enjoy the heck out of, but also as a new member to 914World you are now an International Celebrity.

Posted by: Dion Mar 6 2016, 01:07 PM

Parker, welcome and congrats! Enjoy every aspect of that little car! Most info you'll ever need can be found in these forums.
I bought mine when I was 21, (thirty years ago) sometimes how I wish this forum existed then, always learning something.
Again welcome, nice to know they're still young car guys out there. Have fun!

Posted by: Mr.Nobody Mar 6 2016, 10:39 PM

Looks like a really nice car. Welcome to the boards!!

Posted by: Montreal914 Mar 6 2016, 11:20 PM

Great buy
Fun car
Good year
Drive, drive, drive
Loads of fun
Great site with very nice and helpful people

Welcome to the madness
Btw there is no cure
... Unless someone found it

Posted by: porschetub Mar 7 2016, 12:47 AM

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You're awesome!!!


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Haha thanks. It's nice to know other people who appreciate the hobby! Never been in a forum like this before
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This forum is not like most, you will find lost of good folks. If you can make the rally you will enjoy it.

100% on that myself truely .
I have just fitted my engine ,car isn't running yet but I look @ my car and love the concept and the engineering in these little jewels,you appear to have a clean example as I have purchased and its a major step ahead that the normal issues aren't there to hold you back.

Funny I saw my first 914 at your age but never bought it ...fast forward to now and I have one ,priceless really....bit older now.
Good luck

Posted by: ConeDodger Mar 7 2016, 01:48 AM

awfully nice looking 914 for such a youngster!

Posted by: abes914 Mar 7 2016, 02:55 AM

congratulations on a great car!
it is encouraging that a "younger" driver is enjoying driving a manual transmission.
"that is rootbeer we are toasting since you are under the age"

Posted by: krazykonrad Mar 7 2016, 10:07 AM

Ask as many questions as you can. There's not much that someone here won't know.

Konrad

Posted by: euro911 May 25 2016, 02:53 AM

Cool beans, Parker!

I bought my first 914 (a gold '71 1.7L) back in 1973 (I was 19 as well). My mom beat me up over it, saying it was an impractical car for my needs (I really needed a truck or a van for my dirt bikes), so I only had the car for a [very] short time

Glad to see another youngin' join the ranks - we need you young guys and girls to carry on the tradition ... because a lot of us old farts are, well - old farts now

There are a lot of good folks on this forum (which happens to be the BEST 914 forum on earth) ... and a lot of active members are up in the PNW too

I also share your color scheme with my '75 (the 'BB')

Posted by: Cairo94507 May 25 2016, 06:23 AM

Terrific car and a good buy. I bought my 1st 914, a brand new '73 2.0 when I was a bit younger than you. I have loved them ever since. Have fun, be safe and enjoy the journey.

Posted by: wndsnd May 25 2016, 06:36 AM

Welcome. Looks like a nice car.

Posted by: PlantMan May 25 2016, 07:34 AM

Good Times!
You will be looking for another to buy soon!

Posted by: green914 May 25 2016, 09:16 AM

Posted by: rhodyguy May 25 2016, 10:46 AM

It was great having lunch with you and your dad in grants pass.