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Posted by: Beth Mar 30 2006, 09:15 PM

Hi-

I'm new here. We just bought a 914 about 2 weeks ago. It's a '74 2.0. McMark said it looked good (he said that's his name on this forum). Anyway's, my BF (Rich) and I are big car people and we're excited about our new baby. For the last 3 years we've been playing with 928's so the 914 is going to be fun - finally a car that handles in the turns!!! You'll probably see me alot asking questions as we've found several things that need work. Anyways, cheers!

Posted by: boxstr Mar 30 2006, 09:16 PM

CCLINWELCOMEWAGON

Posted by: StratPlayer Mar 30 2006, 09:17 PM

Posted by: john grier Mar 30 2006, 09:20 PM

Way to go Beth

Posted by: drew365 Mar 30 2006, 09:21 PM

Welcome, try not to run into Trekkor zipping around Napa!

Posted by: neo914-6 Mar 30 2006, 09:22 PM

We welcome baby pics too.
McMark is good to be close to...

Posted by: messix Mar 30 2006, 09:22 PM

welcome

Posted by: maddeye Mar 30 2006, 09:24 PM

let me be the first




congrats George

Posted by: maddeye Mar 30 2006, 09:24 PM

ok the second

Posted by: Headrage Mar 30 2006, 09:31 PM

Post some pics.

Even a few of the car if you want...

Posted by: Beth Mar 30 2006, 09:33 PM

Thanks for the welcome.

Well heck, it's dark outside and I can't take pics. I'll take some as soon as I can and post them.

It's cherry red with black interior.

FYI, from about 1987 to 1995 I owned a '74 limited edition - the "bumble bee", black with yellow trim. I was young then and had no idea what I had. I loved that car. Was the favorite car I ever owned. had some engine trouble and got into debt with the shop - gave them the car for payoff. If only we could live life over again. UGHHHHHHHH. Anyways, I'm so happy to have a 914 again!

PS. I'M NOT OLD!!!!!!!! in reading this sounds like I am, but I got into cars early. Just trying to avoid future abuse.

Posted by: grasshopper Mar 30 2006, 09:34 PM

Posted by: messix Mar 30 2006, 09:45 PM

QUOTE (Beth @ Mar 30 2006, 08:33 PM)

Thanks for the welcome. Well heck, it's dark outside and I can't take pics. I'll take some as soon as I can and post them. It's cherry red with black interior. FYI, from about 1987 to 1995 I owned a '74 limited edition - the "bumble bee", black with yellow trim. I was young then and had no idea what I had. I loved that car. Was the favorite car I ever owned. had some engine trouble and got into debt with the shop - gave them the car for payoff. If only we could live life over again. UGHHHHHHHH. Anyways, I'm so happy to have a 914 again! PS. I'M NOT OLD!!!!!!!! in reading this sounds like I am, but I got into cars early. Just trying to avoid future abuse.

we'll all grieve with you on this one.

Posted by: rick 918-S Mar 30 2006, 09:45 PM

Posted by: Gint Mar 30 2006, 09:46 PM

QUOTE (Beth @ Mar 30 2006, 08:33 PM)

PS. I'M NOT OLD!!!!!!!! in reading this sounds like I am, but I got into cars early. Just trying to avoid future abuse.

Now that's funny! You can't avoid abuse around here.

Posted by: bmunday Mar 30 2006, 09:49 PM

Better get pics posted before they begin beating you.
Welcome... This is a great place for information.. And laughter..

Posted by: trekkor Mar 30 2006, 09:49 PM

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try not to run into Trekkor zipping around Napa!

Hmmph!






I'm harmless...


Welcome back to 914 land.
This place is addicting...unplug...while you...can!


KT

Posted by: Beth Mar 30 2006, 09:54 PM

OK you guys, I'm not a bit scared. I'm lovin' it being here!

Posted by: Aaron Cox Mar 30 2006, 09:57 PM

you may have seen trekkor at your local HOME DEPOT

Posted by: Always Looking Mar 30 2006, 09:57 PM

Welcome to the club. what made you give up 928 s?

Posted by: ClayPerrine Mar 30 2006, 10:00 PM

Welcome!





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Posted by: Beth Mar 30 2006, 10:03 PM

Oh no, I didn't give up the 928 - we had 2, an '87 and an '85. We sacraficed the'85 to get the 914 and NO regrets. The cars are SO different from eachother - we figured we needed one of each.

Posted by: Beth Mar 30 2006, 10:05 PM

[QUOTE]we'll all grieve with you on this one.


You have no idea my pain over this one.

Posted by: campbellcj Mar 30 2006, 10:16 PM

Welcome!

Posted by: reverie Mar 30 2006, 10:17 PM

Be careful posting pics here. These people are ruthless!

I wonder where Ruth is..

Posted by: trekkor Mar 30 2006, 10:41 PM

QUOTE

your local HOME DEPOT

They have a *race isle* at ours


KT

Posted by: jgara962 Mar 30 2006, 11:19 PM

The Napa contingent adds another member!

Posted by: GWN7 Mar 30 2006, 11:22 PM

Hello & Welcome.....

Hmmm a 928 & a 914...I wonder what would happen if......

Posted by: ThemWyatts Mar 30 2006, 11:25 PM

Welcome to the madness!

Posted by: xitspd Mar 30 2006, 11:27 PM

Congrates! I have been in love with the 914 for over 30 years! 914world.com is a great place to learn and meet a great group of people.

Dan

Posted by: Rand Mar 30 2006, 11:33 PM

QUOTE (GWN7 @ Mar 30 2006, 09:22 PM)

Hmmm a 928 & a 914...I wonder what would happen if......

Hmm... 921?

Welcome Beth!!! And Rich! (Is he the shy one?)

Posted by: jimtab Mar 30 2006, 11:34 PM

Just stroll around the grounds...until you feel at home. Bet em high and sleep in the street...ok, that's all the good advice I have....welcome.

Posted by: Cap'n Krusty Mar 30 2006, 11:37 PM

QUOTE (Beth @ Mar 30 2006, 07:15 PM)

Hi- For the last 3 years we've been playing with 928's so the 914 is going to be fun - finally a car that handles in the turns!!!

YOU think a 928 doesn't "handle in the turns"? Oh my .......... Welcome anyway. The Cap'n

Posted by: Claymore_5by5 Mar 30 2006, 11:41 PM

Welcome!!!

Make sure you read the restoration threads. Great Info! I just joined and am learning more every night.

Posted by: messix Mar 30 2006, 11:42 PM

QUOTE (GWN7 @ Mar 30 2006, 10:22 PM)

Hello & Welcome..... Hmmm a 928 & a 914...I wonder what would happen if......

yep the off spring would be the alien

Posted by: Jeff Bowlsby Mar 31 2006, 12:02 AM

Welcome Beth and BF. I think I recall McMark posting a photo of your car a week or two ago.

Know anything more about your LE car? Where it is now, VIN, a photo, anything. You may know my 914 LE website at the link in my signature block below. Maybe its on the Registry?

Posted by: Jeff Bowlsby Mar 31 2006, 12:13 AM

Is this yours? You are in good company with Trekkor and McMark nearby...






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Posted by: Mrs. K Mar 31 2006, 12:16 AM

QUOTE (reverie @ Mar 30 2006, 08:17 PM)

Be careful posting pics here.  These people are ruthless! I wonder where Ruth is..  :rolleyes:

.....I think you scared Ruth away!

But not me or the other regular ladies here!

And so glad to have another one!

Welcome Beth.....this place is awesome!

Lisa

Posted by: Jenny Mar 31 2006, 12:27 AM

Welcome Beth! Your testimony just further enforces what I always suspected, you can take the girl out of the 914, but you can't take the 914 outta the girl... Or something like that. I suspect I'll always have one, is what I mean.

Look forward to meeting you at a bay area breakfast in the future!

Cheers!
Jen

Posted by: grantsfo Mar 31 2006, 12:42 AM

Welcome! Great to see so many 914 people emerging in Nor Cal again! ....So when are you starting your six conversion?

Posted by: MW 914 Mar 31 2006, 01:08 AM

QUOTE (Aaron Cox @ Mar 30 2006, 07:57 PM)

you may have seen trekkor at your local HOME DEPOT

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Posted by: So.Cal.914 Mar 31 2006, 01:16 AM

Congrats on your two new deliveries.
Remember to keep your arms and legs in the car at all times.

Posted by: effutuo101 Mar 31 2006, 01:34 AM

Welcome! Look forward to meeting you both at WCC06! just a short hop up the coast!
Chris

Posted by: Dr. Roger Mar 31 2006, 01:48 AM

it's already too late.

there's nothing you can do.

sucker!!!

oh, and welcome to the club neighbor.

Roger
in Hercules, CA.

Posted by: KELTY360 Mar 31 2006, 08:50 AM

QUOTE (Beth @ Mar 30 2006, 08:05 PM)

You have no idea my pain over this one.

BTDT, had to let a Bumblebee fly away in the early 80's. You've finally found the cure...another 914. Too bad there's no good twisties where you live.

Posted by: markb Mar 31 2006, 08:51 AM

Posted by: scotts-toolwench Mar 31 2006, 10:04 AM

YAY! Another female on the board! Our numbers are growing ladies! Welcome to the board. I love this place....don't worry, everyone is great here....can't wait to see pics.

Posted by: Rotten Robby Mar 31 2006, 10:08 AM

QUOTE (KELTY360 @ Mar 31 2006, 06:50 AM)

QUOTE (Beth @ Mar 30 2006, 08:05 PM) You have no idea my pain over this one. BTDT, had to let a Bumblebee fly away in the early 80's. You've finally found the cure...another 914. Too bad there's no good twisties where you live.

I beg to differ. Between Napa and Sonoma Valley there is a road called the Oakville Grade. Two lanes, good pavement, switchbacks and curvies the whole way.... Welcome...
Rob

Posted by: Eric_Shea Mar 31 2006, 10:47 AM

QUOTE

FYI, from about 1987 to 1995 I owned a '74 limited edition - the "bumble bee", black with yellow trim. I was young then and had no idea what I had.

Old Lady!

Posted by: d7n7master Mar 31 2006, 10:47 AM

QUOTE (scotts-toolwench @ Mar 31 2006, 08:04 AM)

YAY! Another female on the board! Our numbers are growing ladies! Welcome to the board. I love this place....don't worry, everyone is great here....can't wait to see pics.  :DRUNK:  :girlboing:  :girlboing:  :monkeydance:  :wttc:

Everybody knows these are "chick" carz

Posted by: Beth Mar 31 2006, 12:10 PM

You guys are great!!! I had no idea there was a 914 crowd in Napa! And so many also in the surrounding areas. Cool. Can't wait to meet you guys (I think. . . . . )

And yeah! That's a picture of my car!!! Thank's for posting it.

Just went "shopping" at Pelican Parts and Automotion for the new baby. Can't wait for the goodies to get here. Any other good shopping sites?

Posted by: Dr. Roger Mar 31 2006, 12:25 PM

QUOTE (Rotten Robby @ Mar 31 2006, 09:08 AM)

QUOTE (KELTY360 @ Mar 31 2006, 06:50 AM) QUOTE (Beth @ Mar 30 2006, 08:05 PM) You have no idea my pain over this one. BTDT, had to let a Bumblebee fly away in the early 80's. You've finally found the cure...another 914. Too bad there's no good twisties where you live. I beg to differ. Between Napa and Sonoma Valley there is a road called the Oakville Grade. Two lanes, good pavement, switchbacks and curvies the whole way.... Welcome... Rob

I think that was Mark's attempt at sarcasm... LOL =-)

Beth and her Beau are surronded with great 914 roads.

I used to train with my bike club pedaling up those hills east and west of Hy29.... Gorgeous areas.


As for great shopping for 914's.....

Beware of what you ask for, you just might get it.
Some people here are easily over the $50K mark and still climbing.

Got lots of discretionary income??? You came to the right place!

Posted by: Toast Mar 31 2006, 12:33 PM

Yeaaaaaa! Another 914 chickl!!!!







Welcome!




I don't post here very much though.

Posted by: Beth Mar 31 2006, 12:59 PM

I like how there are so many girls here -

Posted by: nocones Mar 31 2006, 01:09 PM

Nice looking car.
There's a few of us in Santa Rosa as well.

Cheers!

Posted by: drewvw Mar 31 2006, 01:11 PM

This is the best car forum on the net....

Posted by: Aaron Cox Mar 31 2006, 02:34 PM

QUOTE (MW 914 @ Mar 31 2006, 12:08 AM)

QUOTE (Aaron Cox @ Mar 30 2006, 07:57 PM) you may have seen trekkor at your local HOME DEPOT  :chairfall:

finally- someone caught the humor

Posted by: FlatSix Mar 31 2006, 02:42 PM

QUOTE

I like how there are so many girls here -

Posted by: Flat VW Mar 31 2006, 02:51 PM

QUOTE (Beth @ Mar 31 2006, 11:59 AM)

I like how there are so many girls here -  :beer2:

Me too.


John

Posted by: Steve Thacker Mar 31 2006, 02:53 PM

Another left coaster....gezzz

Posted by: pf106 Feb 8 2021, 04:15 AM

Hi Beth, don't know if you're still there....
I have your former 914 since 4 month in south of France ! I found the Topic thru the VIN list
It has been imported in 2008 by a guy who fully restore it at this time.

https://www.casimages.com/i/210208112033879278.jpg.html

Hope to read you
PF.

Posted by: RolinkHaus Feb 8 2021, 05:21 AM

Welcome to the obsession

Posted by: Mark Henry Feb 8 2021, 08:19 AM

Cool!


Start your own thread, introduce yourself and...

Posted by: iankarr Feb 8 2021, 04:56 PM

This wins the award for best thread ressurection. Enjoy and welcome!

Posted by: Jamie Feb 8 2021, 08:42 PM

Wow, this thread revival is quite a jump in both time and space! I wonder what became of Beth?

Posted by: GBX0073 Feb 8 2021, 09:45 PM

Only 2 years with the 914 ?
I am thinking Room was needed in the Garage
and a 914 does not like to be left out
So it went on a trip to Europe

Posted by: KELTY360 Feb 9 2021, 12:30 AM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=5796 Last Active 22nd August 2011 - 09:49 AM

Been awhile since she checked in but it was well after the car was sold. Probably jones'n for another 914.