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Posted by: Jimbo409 Mar 16 2022, 07:13 AM

In the process of buying mu first 914,are there any good restoration books that I can buy to help me. Mine is a 1970 not sure if it has fuel injection or carb.the hell hole doesn’t look bad and the sills look ok. It hasn’t run in a few years so where do I start to get it running again

Posted by: Tonyooc Mar 16 2022, 07:24 AM

Welcome, what you can't find in a book or online just ask on this forum. There is a ton of knowledge here.

Posted by: BillJ Mar 16 2022, 07:48 AM

This is supposed to be a great resource

How to Restore and Modify Your Porsche 914 and 914/6 (Motorbooks Workshop) https://www.amazon.com/dp/0760305846/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_E1S68X0NA7GN64F3SN2R

And HERE!!!!

Posted by: krazykonrad Mar 17 2022, 08:11 AM

Let us know how we can help.

Posted by: Chris H. Mar 17 2022, 08:14 AM

What city do you live in?

Posted by: Montreal914 Mar 17 2022, 08:29 AM

Here, here, and here!

Wealth of information and extremely generous and dedicated people absolutely nuts about these awesome little cars

Chances are any of your questions have already but thoroughly discussed or explained.

But! You need to post pictures .

Good luck with your project, and welcome to the addiction!

Posted by: Puebloswatcop Mar 17 2022, 08:32 AM

Welcome to our addiction. There are lots of resources out there, but this is by far the largest wealth of knowledge right in this forum.

Posted by: Jimbo409 Mar 17 2022, 08:34 AM

Thank you love this forum,will be picking up next week,anyone in the Chicago area

Posted by: StarBear Mar 17 2022, 11:37 AM

The Haynes manual and AutoAtlanta George Hussey's Tech Info and Tips have been very helpful to me over the years.

Posted by: Chris H. Mar 17 2022, 01:56 PM

I am. There are a few of us. I live in Plainfield.

Posted by: Superhawk996 Mar 17 2022, 02:04 PM

If picking up in mid-west, beware. Look again for any signs of fiberglass or Bondo funny business. Rusty cars abound in the mid-west.

Good ones are out there in the mid-west but they are "imports" from somewhere else (CA, AZ, etc.)

Don't underestimate rust on these cars.

Posted by: Front yard mechanic Mar 17 2022, 04:15 PM

you should have read first Barnham & Baileys ... there's a sucker born every minute

Posted by: brant Mar 17 2022, 04:27 PM

agreed 100%
have someone look at the car that understands how they rust before you pay
I ALWAYS recommend that you pull the rockers to examine the longitudinal before you buy any car....


many many many people have gotten themselves upside down in rust for failing to follow that rule.

Posted by: iankarr Mar 17 2022, 05:03 PM

and welcome to the greatest group of car peeps on the planet. As others have said, this community is super generous and helpful. Ask a question and you'll have a variety of answers from different perspectives in minutes. it really is amazing.

I've made a bunch of 914 DIY videos which you may find helpful. The link to my channel is in my signature below. Maybe start with the "914s for Newbie"s playlist....
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmCYkBdjzDJ2BrrCZDPWMX9ecEK-qsKZs

Be safe and enjoy!

Ian

Posted by: emerygt350 Mar 17 2022, 05:09 PM

definitely watch Ian Karr's videos. He keeps it positive talking about stuff that can get pretty scary.

Posted by: aharder Mar 17 2022, 06:36 PM

This is the best Book on the Market !! It will lead you to many resources for your 914 !!

Posted by: GBX0073 Mar 17 2022, 07:44 PM

Oswego Illinois One Year 914 Green horn checking in

Posted by: bkrantz Mar 17 2022, 09:53 PM

Just take about 6 months and read all the build threads.

Posted by: SavingManuals Mar 18 2022, 03:19 PM

+1