I just picked-up this complete, unmolested 1973 914 1.7 for $400.00 (US) in California's Mojave Desert. It is not running and the previous owner claims the car has not been started in ten years… claiming that the engine cranks but does not start.
This is my first adventure into the world of Porsche. I was wondering if anyone out there could help me with some expertise and opinions... PLEASE!
Before I slap-in a battery and try to start the car for the first time, I would like to know if there is a pre-start procedure I should follow or work I should perform before starting this car for the first time. Any thoughts?
The vacuum hoses are shot and I would like to replace them and I feel an urge to replace all the fuel hoses as well.
In your opinion:
1. Should I use stock "OEM" vacuum hoses or should I maybe use something "sportier" (i.e. colored silicone vacuum lines)?
2. What would you recommend for fuel hoses?
3. Can you recommend a good on-line supplier for vacuum and fuel hoses?
In the second photo, you will notice the top flange on the “rubber elbow” that attaches to the air cleaner assembly (see arrow) has been torn-off. I have the flange and clamp and am wondering if there is a way to glue the flange back on? If not, can anyone recommend where I may find a replacement elbow?
I noticed that the fuel injectors on this car are “GREEN” and I have read that green injectors are for a 2.0. I have verified that this engine (EB003960) is a 1.7 and have read that 1.7 injectors are supposed to be “YELLOW”. Is this true and can I expect to have problems with 2.0 injectors on a 1.7 engine?
In your opinion, was $400.00 for this “rust-free” southern California car a good deal (even though it is not running)? Any idea what it is worth in its current condition? The interior is in great shape and the only notable rust I’ve found is superficial and non-structural (i.e. surface rust on the battery tray).
Thank you in advance for any feedback you can afford! I look forward to getting this car on the road!
Screamin' deal. Yes, you should have the yellow injectors. Seems like most of the time d-jet 914s that won't start aren't getting fuel pump power. When you first turn on the key, the pump should run for a couple seconds and turn off. If that isn't happening, fix that first. (a common culprit is the relay board on the drivers side of the engine compartment)
Welcome Aboard!
$400? Rust free? Score!
Need more pics!
Now - let's get some reality going here. 'Rust free' is a relative term - on e-bay it means 'you can't see anything and it might hold together till you get home'
Around here 'rust free' means "I've stripped it entirely and gotten rid of the rust".
There are degrees between the 2.
If you haven't already have a look:
1 'The hell hole' under the battery box going forward to the firewall. Particularly in the warm states battery acid drips down there and pools at the firewall. It will be rusty (I think I can see some in your engine compartment pic) the question is whether it has perforated that inner fender.
2. Outer Longitudinals. Take off the rocker panels and see what it is like under there. Particularly around the jack points.
3 The floors, of course. They should be covered in about 1/4" of tar stuff but look for any cracks that might indicate rust has gotten inside.
The engine is really simple and easy to bring back to life. You should have no problem there. If the frame is solid and there are no huge bondo reserves you have gotten a great deal.
You are going to get a ton of replies suggesting where to start. Sit back and enjoy!
Here's a recent thread on startup of a car that has sat for a while.
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=73677
Procedure is following !
Correct me if I am wrong but wasn't '73 1.8L and 2.0L engined cars. maybe someone can scan the page from Haynes manual showing where to look for engine codes on the block.
If those chrome steelies and caps are original, someone may want those if you choose to get rid of em. Oh and BTW good and
nope 1.8 introduced in 74.
Not to hijack the thread but where do you get hub caps like that?
Great find, hope its truly rust free
"Virtually" rust-free...
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ray, thats not true in the case of my "free" roller -JON
free as in no money at all, and no rust -JON
Looks like you got yourself a winner!
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