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914World.com _ FS/WANTED: 914 Cars and Rollers _ 1972 914 with Buick V8. Price drop! SOLD SOLD SOLD
Posted by: michaelt55 Oct 23 2010, 04:56 PM
Been trying to sell this car to a motivated younger, healthier 914 addict.. I am selling my 72 Buick powered 914. Its registered in Texas and I have a Dr Evil new trans, Rennshifter and West shift kit to go with it. Its outside Houston Texas and right now am asking $ 7.5k for it . I would sell the car without the trans, shifter and west shift kit if asked but it would be cheaper and more cost effective for you to buy it all. I need the space in the garage badly, my SRT8 Challenger is sitting under the patio and my garage is in terrible disorder.
The car has:
BODY
-Rayco FRP front fenders
-Mitcom 916 rear quarter panels
-P.B. Tweeks FRP flared rocker panels
ENGINE/DRIVETRAIN
-1970 Rover/Buick all aluminum 215-V8
-STD bore, 10.5-1 (stock) comp ratio
-Cyl heads-ported exhaust ports, 3 angle valve grind with hi-retainers-shaft rocker stands shortened .060"-pushrods shortened .125" for geometry correction.
-Camshaft-M-488 custom ground by Shadbolt engineering(Vancouver B.C.) C/W hydraulic lifters
-Spheroidal graphite iron crankshaft, 5 main journal center, thrust mains, .010" under - rods ground .001"
-Hi volume oil pump, Buick v8 filter housing
-Facet electric fuel pump-GM canister filter
-Offenhauser alum intake
-500cfm Carter carb C/W electric choke
-Buick distributer with Unilite conversion
-Kennedy engineered product #1000 Rover to Porsche adapter
-KEP 2400# max pressure plate
-KEP throwout bearing
-V.W. 200mm clutch disc
-Custon h.d. radiator w/ twin Spals
-Toyota Corolla heater
ELECTRICAL
-Hella H-4 Q.I. headlites
-Eurolens rear tail lites
-Tach converted to 8cyl
-Mechanical oil pressure and water temp
-Electrical oil temp and cyl head temp
-Alpine CD with JBL audio speakers
-Electric windows
-Keyless entry
SUSPENSION
-H AT H Carrera 19mm adj front sway bar
-Addco 16mm rear sway bar
-140# rear springs (100 stock)
-Stock front torsion bar
-Koni adj front and Koni H.D. rear shock absorbers
-BMW 320i front brake conversion
-Stock Porsche rear calipers
-All four calipers have stainless steel liners and completely rebuilt.
-Adj proporsioning valve
-19mm 911 master cylinder
-All rotors have been crossdrilled
-All flex lines are braided stainless steel
-Pagio performance brake pads, all four wheels
-Carrol Shelby Mini-Europa wheels 7/15 front 8.5/15 rear
-Custom roll bar with rear chassis supports
Lots of extra's, like new bumper top on rear, GT Engine cover, spare front fenders, etc... not perfect but a nice looker and drives well.
email me for any additional info but give me some time as I am working 2 jobs right now and my health is starting to suck...
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Posted by: sooba_dave Oct 24 2010, 06:05 PM
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Neat car! I just talked to Brad Mayeur today about His impressions of v-8 cars. I've been afraid to take the plunge, but I was thinking an aluminum engine would be the only way to go. Your price doesn't sound out of line, but it sounds a little out of My budget. Good luck! 
Posted by: HeloMech Nov 6 2010, 05:48 AM
That figures... I go to the sandbox and THEN people sell V8's in my price range... DOH!
Posted by: michaelt55 Nov 25 2010, 02:16 PM
Actually have been driving the car and enjoyed the hell out of it so it may stay with me a while longer if no one comes up with an offer...even bought new mirrors and some other things for it...
Michael
Posted by: michaelt55 Dec 12 2010, 04:04 PM
Actually have been driving the car and enjoyed the hell out of it so it may stay with me a while longer if no one comes up with an offer...even bought new mirrors and some other things for it...
Michael
lets see...new fuzzies, new mirrors, tune up, thinking of buying another hood and louvering it....
and if I do that, I have to repaint, then I add flares to the front...
and if I do all of that or start doing it..its not being sold...
Posted by: streetrover Dec 12 2010, 06:22 PM
Hi Michael,
I'm nearing the mid-point of my rover-914 build. I just wanted to ask about your water pump and distributor. What did you use and how did it fit?
Thanks,
Bob 
Posted by: michaelt55 Dec 12 2010, 10:23 PM
Hi Michael,
I'm nearing the mid-point of my rover-914 build. I just wanted to ask about your water pump and distributor. What did you use and how did it fit?
Thanks,
Bob
Actually used a stock buick waterpump. The shaft is short enough to fit and my back firewall is notched to allow clearance. I used an Mallory distributor that uses electronic points. With just enough room to spare....
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Posted by: patssle Dec 16 2010, 07:44 PM
What, finally getting a chance to drive for several months with all this amazing weather well into December changing your mind? 
Posted by: Gint Dec 16 2010, 07:47 PM
Do you have some real pictures of the car?
Posted by: streetrover Dec 18 2010, 08:01 PM
Oh well...I was hoping to find someone who was running the megasquirt2 electronic ignition and injection 'cuz I need some advise in those areas. Thanks and good luck!
Bob
Posted by: michaelt55 Dec 21 2010, 12:14 AM
Do you have some real pictures of the car?
Gint, explain what you mean by "real pictures"?
Posted by: Gint Dec 21 2010, 06:24 AM
You have 3 small pictures here in the ad and no link to others (that I can see). There are 2 pics of the engine and one picture of the back of the car. No interior shots at all. You can't even tell if the front is flared. It looks like it could be, reading from the text indicate it probably isn't, but it's almost impossible to tell by the pics that are available.
It looks fantastic but there aren't enough pics to really tell. Pictures sell cars.
Posted by: michaelt55 Dec 22 2010, 11:17 AM
You have 3 small pictures here in the ad and no link to others (that I can see). There are 2 pics of the engine and one picture of the back of the car. No interior shots at all. You can't even tell if the front is flared. It looks like it could be, reading from the text indicate it probably isn't, but it's almost impossible to tell by the pics that are available.
It looks fantastic but there aren't enough pics to really tell. Pictures sell cars.
I will attempt to cure that sometime this week. Thanks for the help Gint.. The car is not flared in the front and the interior shots will also be included.
Posted by: biosurfer1 Dec 22 2010, 07:34 PM
So it's only flared in the rear? Can you take some good shots of the exterior if thats the case? I've been looking for pictures of a 914 that only had flares in the rear!
Posted by: michaelt55 May 19 2011, 03:55 PM
bump for interest!
Posted by: enderw88 May 19 2011, 09:06 PM
bump for interest!
Pictures?
Posted by: ocs1667 May 21 2011, 10:56 PM
bump for interest!
Pictures?
I sent you a PM to contact
Dennis let me know if you rec. it
Posted by: michaelt55 May 22 2011, 03:09 PM
bump for interest!
Pictures?
send me a email and I will send photos and a small video
Posted by: michaelt55 Jun 2 2011, 03:58 AM
bump for interest!
Pictures?
send me a email and I will send photos and a small video
lets try this..
nope..did not work..how do I embed a video?
Posted by: michaelt55 Jun 2 2011, 04:11 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RREl0p0J1g4
ok, that helps...
Posted by: michaelt55 Jul 11 2011, 04:04 PM
so guys...had lots of email, a few calls...
make me an offer that is reasonable.... no
Posted by: michaelt55 Jul 22 2011, 08:02 AM
so guys...had lots of email, a few calls...
make me an offer that is reasonable.... no
just for ?
Posted by: michaelt55 Jul 28 2011, 06:06 AM
so guys...had lots of email, a few calls...
make me an offer that is reasonable.... no
just for ?so guess we will be going to other avenues...
Posted by: michaelt55 Aug 6 2011, 09:01 AM
well..car is going to Ebay soon, make me an offer, I will sell it for less without the Dr Evil trans, Renn shifter, and JWEST shift kit and other extras like GT lid, extra fenders, etc..
I need the room to finish my 1959 chevy truck!!!
that LS1 engine I have in the crate in the garage is screaming to get into that beast!!! 
Posted by: michaelt55 Aug 14 2011, 07:27 AM
make me a reasonable offer...its going to Ebay this week.
Posted by: michaelt55 Sep 4 2011, 11:10 AM
[quote name='michaelt55' date='Aug 14 2011, 08:27 AM' post='1524425']
make me a reasonable offer...its going to Ebay this week.
ok...its on Ebay item #150658665434
Posted by: michaelt55 Sep 18 2011, 07:08 PM
[quote name='michaelt55' date='Sep 4 2011, 12:10 PM' post='1534429']
[quote name='michaelt55' date='Aug 14 2011, 08:27 AM' post='1524425']
make me a reasonable offer...its going to Ebay this week.
ok...its on Ebay item #150658665434
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well I am surprised...no bids, several calls and offers off the cuff..but nothing solid...after 2 listings...
looks like its staying with me..
Posted by: AgPete139 Sep 27 2011, 03:01 PM
It's a nice car. I'm not a buyer, just an admirer that lives at 610/290 area. I'd love to come by and see your creation sometime!
Either way, if it's meant to sell, it will. Good luck!
Pete
Posted by: michaelt55 Oct 5 2011, 08:18 PM
It's a nice car. I'm not a buyer, just an admirer that lives at 610/290 area. I'd love to come by and see your creation sometime!
Either way, if it's meant to sell, it will. Good luck!
Pete
thanks...its just after my accident its really hard to get into a car this low but guess I need to put the extra parts in it and drive the wheels off of it...but thats taking money from my 59 chevy truck rebuild...
Posted by: michaelt55 Nov 6 2011, 03:18 AM
[quote name='michaelt55' date='Oct 5 2011, 08:18 PM' post='1549975']
[quote name='AgPete139' post='1545342' date='Sep 27 2011, 04:01 PM']
It's a nice car. I'm not a buyer, just an admirer that lives at 610/290 area. I'd love to come by and see your creation sometime!
Either way, if it's meant to sell, it will. Good luck!
Pete
[/quote]
thanks...its just after my accident its really hard to get into a car this low but guess I need to put the extra parts in it and drive the wheels off of it...but thats taking money from my 59 chevy truck rebuild...
still for sale guys..
Posted by: michaelt55 Nov 17 2011, 07:53 AM
ok, its been a busy month, paid taxes, married off daughter 
, getting started on new job, etc... 
if I havent replied to people asking about the car, please try again..I know its a pain but now I have time to answer questions and post more pix if needed!!
Posted by: michaelt55 Dec 16 2011, 09:12 PM
Anyone interested???
Posted by: Stonepilot Dec 21 2011, 06:55 PM
super nice
Posted by: michaelt55 Dec 30 2011, 11:42 AM
super nice
Thanks, appreciate it!
Posted by: michaelt55 Jan 20 2012, 01:20 PM
Price drop. $9000 with extra parts or
$7500 without. It's not getting any lower so make a move!
Gotta move it to make room!
Posted by: michaelt55 Feb 11 2012, 07:04 AM
Price drop. $9000 with extra parts or
$7500 without. It's not getting any lower so make a move!
Gotta move it to make room!
getting emails but not much else.... come on guys summer is almost upon us..its a ready to drive car!
Posted by: 914.SBC Feb 12 2012, 03:00 PM
What a great price for V8 conversion.
Posted by: EWPE Feb 23 2012, 11:50 AM
Please give me a call. PM sent with my phone number.
Posted by: EWPE Feb 25 2012, 08:52 PM
Is car still for sale ? Please give me a call 609 680 8800 Thanks Ed
Posted by: hbgsteve Mar 7 2012, 05:36 PM
Is it still for sale? call me if it is 707 293 7575
Posted by: michaelt55 Mar 18 2012, 10:54 AM
[quote name='hbgsteve' date='Mar 7 2012, 06:36 PM' post='1641122']
Is it still for sale? call me if it is 707 293 7575
left you a message
Posted by: michaelt55 Mar 18 2012, 10:57 AM
ok, last 2 people who expressed interest have been contacted. I need to sell the car as its really taking up space in the garage and I cant drive it comfortably any more due to my medical condition. Come on..lets talk turkey, be reasonable. Hell I will even take trade on some work or parts on my 1959 Chevy Apache! 
Posted by: michaelt55 Aug 11 2012, 11:18 PM
Well...still looking for a new owner...lets talk money, I will sell the whole kit and kaboodle for $7500. Longer you guys wait , the less I will put into the car, I am about ready to place it in storage and wait. Email me with offers but dont be ridiculous or insulting please.
Posted by: michaelt55 Aug 23 2012, 06:25 PM
seems either no one cares or I am going about this wrong...someone make an offer?
Posted by: pt_700 Aug 24 2012, 11:13 AM
i'm surprised nobody has scooped this yet. i have way more than the asking into my long stalled project and it's nowhere near complete...
Posted by: specfordracer Aug 25 2012, 08:09 PM
Hello, I am interested in your car. I am new to this site but have always thought 914's are fantastic cars. I am interested in a nice driver quality car that is simple and fun to drive. I appreciate your time, thank you, Todd. (609) 805-5964
Posted by: michaelt55 Aug 25 2012, 10:32 PM
Hello, I am interested in your car. I am new to this site but have always thought 914's are fantastic cars. I am interested in a nice driver quality car that is simple and fun to drive. I appreciate your time, thank you, Todd. (609) 805-5964
I will give you a call tomorrow...
Posted by: michaelt55 Sep 1 2012, 03:57 PM
ok I have again talked to one gentleman in depth, still looking for a buyer... 
Posted by: gandalfthegray Sep 1 2012, 06:52 PM
Well...still looking for a new owner...lets talk money, I will sell the whole kit and kaboodle for $7500. Longer you guys wait , the less I will put into the car, I am about ready to place it in storage and wait. Email me with offers but dont be ridiculous or insulting please.
seems either no one cares or I am going about this wrong...someone make an offer?
ok I have again talked to one gentleman in depth, still looking for a buyer...
Michael, my $7k offer still stands. Let me know if you should change your mind.
Posted by: michaelt55 Sep 2 2012, 07:01 PM
Well...still looking for a new owner...lets talk money, I will sell the whole kit and kaboodle for $7500. Longer you guys wait , the less I will put into the car, I am about ready to place it in storage and wait. Email me with offers but dont be ridiculous or insulting please.
seems either no one cares or I am going about this wrong...someone make an offer?
ok I have again talked to one gentleman in depth, still looking for a buyer...
Michael, my $7k offer still stands. Let me know if you should change your mind.
Will tell you after Todd and I finish talking,
Then maybe a modified deal can be done.
Michael
Posted by: michaelt55 Sep 4 2012, 07:46 PM
Still waiting on Todd to reply...
Posted by: ScoopLV Sep 8 2012, 02:44 AM
Still waiting on Todd to reply...
Well, if you're sick of waiting, I will Paypal a deposit over the second I have your paypal info.
I can buy a stock 1.7 for $5K around here, with rust all over the hellhole and an engine that leaks oil. Or I can buy your V8 screamer for a just a little more. It's a no brainer as far as I'm concerned.
You want the car sold. I want the car. I PM'd you but haven't heard anything. Thought I'd post a reply here...
Posted by: michaelt55 Sep 9 2012, 12:30 PM
ok, I now have 3 people who are wanting to purchase the porsche, I have given Gandolf the first offer, so if he does not reply to me bt tomorrow, I will offer the car to one other gentleman and Scoop.
Posted by: ScoopLV Sep 10 2012, 05:06 PM
ok, I now have 3 people who are wanting to purchase the porsche, I have given Gandolf the first offer, so if he does not reply to me bt tomorrow, I will offer the car to one other gentleman and Scoop.
It's tomorrow.
(Yeah, I know, patience just isn't one of my virtues.) Posted by: michaelt55 Sep 13 2012, 07:23 PM
ok, I now have 3 people who are wanting to purchase the porsche, I have given Gandolf the first offer, so if he does not reply to me bt tomorrow, I will offer the car to one other gentleman and Scoop.
It's tomorrow.
(Yeah, I know, patience just isn't one of my virtues.)I sent a pm..if the transaction falls through then I will contact you..
Posted by: michaelt55 Sep 22 2012, 02:16 PM
ok, car sold, just left on the transport. Good luck to the new owner. Thanks ever so much to Jaime and everyone else..I may lurk but doubt I will own another due to back issues. Thanks ever so much to all the members. 
Posted by: JRust Sep 22 2012, 04:00 PM
Glad to hear it Mike! Thanks for all the advice when I was setting mine up 
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