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Posted by: Bazza Apr 4 2005, 03:39 PM

Hey everyone, I just uploaded some photos of the 914 I bought about a month ago. It's a little rough yet but nothing that can't be fixed easily. The date code is wrong on the images because the camera lost power briefly before downloading, in case you're wondering. I'll update more when the work I'm doing to it is done: new chrome bumpers, seats re-done, new carpet, new paint. I'm sure I'll have questions while doing some of these things.....thanks for looking........

Here's the webpage:
http://www.sandpiperconcepts.com/72Porsche914.htm

Posted by: grasshopper Apr 4 2005, 03:47 PM

wow, looks pretty rust free. I like the color but ditch the wheels.

Posted by: Bazza Apr 4 2005, 03:50 PM

I know - I'm already looking at different wheels. Thinking about the 4 lug Fuchs

Posted by: MecGen Apr 4 2005, 03:52 PM

Welcome aboard !!!
QUOTE
It's a little rough yet but nothing that can't be fixed easily

Famous last words, welcome to "emptywallet" syndrome.
No seriously...looks really good, if I may be so bold...$$?

Regards
Joe

Posted by: merrill Apr 4 2005, 03:53 PM

Congratulations That looks like a great car!

Posted by: Bazza Apr 4 2005, 03:53 PM

Only $.9K! (note the decimel point)

Posted by: grasshopper Apr 4 2005, 03:53 PM

fuchs all the way...if you have the money do a five lug conversion and put the other fuchs on there...i was going to do that but cant afford it any more.. After i part out my 911 though i just might do it.

Posted by: MecGen Apr 4 2005, 03:59 PM

GOOD DEAL, if the longs are good, which I am sure you checked.
Where did you find it? an d you have to tell me what up with the Certificate of Authenticity, ....can I get one ?
OT so you can pm if you want, good score, but then again you live in the states, don't want to see what I find for that king of coin,
You scored

Joe

Posted by: Bazza Apr 4 2005, 04:00 PM

QUOTE (grasshopper @ Apr 4 2005, 01:53 PM)
if you have the money do a five lug conversion and put the other fuchs on there...

Oh don't think I didn't think of that already Barry But first I'm just going to get it going and enjoy it as is for awhile. With 3 other Porsches (2 of which have flat sixes and 5 lug Fuchs ) I'm not disadvantaged in that regard. That said, I'm looking forward to 914 ownership as much as any of the other models. The handling characteristics of these cars are legendary to say the least. Can't wait...

Posted by: Bazza Apr 4 2005, 04:09 PM

QUOTE (JoeSpark @ Apr 4 2005, 01:59 PM)
.....and you have to tell me what up with the Certificate of Authenticity, ....can I get one ?

Thanks, Joe

I got the application off the 911T Registry webiste here:
http://www.911t.org (the link is on this page)

.......and here's the actual document itself:
http://www.911t.org/birth/birthcert2.doc

I have one for all 4 of my Porsches. Not cheap but worth knowing what how your car was originally outfitted from the factory, in my opinion, since NO one gets these cars in original condition with all documentation....at least no one I know..

Posted by: ! Apr 4 2005, 04:13 PM

Another assdragger crosses the line....

Posted by: Bazza Apr 4 2005, 04:27 PM

QUOTE ("Z" @ Apr 4 2005, 02:13 PM)
Another assdragger crosses the line....

Thank you very much "Z" - glad to be here!!!
rocking nana.gif

Posted by: MecGen Apr 4 2005, 05:09 PM

Sorry man
I think I can't find it...tryed every box including the classifieds....I have been told by my girlfriends that I look with my eyes closed....
Can you make the link idiot proof please???

Wait...I have a vision ..........................................
In your 914 I see a six or worse
I see other 911s stripped or "for sale"
All to fullfill your 914 appitite.
Run while you can

I think its too late...
Cheers
Joe

Posted by: Jeroen Apr 4 2005, 05:41 PM

Good to have you here Bazza!
Don't forget to post next years Daytona pics here as well

Posted by: Bazza Apr 4 2005, 05:48 PM

QUOTE (Jeroen @ Apr 4 2005, 03:41 PM)
Good to have you here Bazza!
Don't forget to post next years Daytona pics here as well

Thanks Jeroen!

I will. This is a great forum, lots of excellent info. Looking forward to getting this 914 in shape again!

Take care and thanks for the note!

Posted by: Gint Apr 4 2005, 07:41 PM

Welcome to the club! I actually liked those wheels in the 70's and still think they look good on a 914 (if cleaned up).

Show us some pics of the tangerine tail dragger so everyone can tell you it looks red.

Posted by: Bazza Apr 4 2005, 07:47 PM

QUOTE (Gint @ Apr 4 2005, 05:41 PM)
Show us some pics of the tangerine tail dragger so everyone can tell you it looks red.

Well, since you asked ....here's one view of her.....

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Posted by: Bazza Apr 4 2005, 07:47 PM

......and another

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Posted by: anderssj Apr 4 2005, 07:57 PM

Welcome! Nice car--but then I'm partial to Irish Green. Can't wait to see it with chrome bumpers . . .

Best,

Steve A-

Posted by: Bazza Apr 4 2005, 08:12 PM

QUOTE (anderssj @ Apr 4 2005, 05:57 PM)
Welcome! Nice car--but then I'm partial to Irish Green. Can't wait to see it with chrome bumpers . . .

Best,

Steve A-

Hey thanks Steve, I used to live in Norfolk you know. Still have a brother in Suffolk. Love Virginia, except for the law against possessing a radar detector

The chrome bumpers should arrive this week. I think they'll look pretty awesome. Will definately post to the list when the car is ready for another showing. I'm sure it will be a month before that happens though

Take care!