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> Been talking about doing this for years.., Saying Goodbye to my 914
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post Mar 8 2016, 09:58 AM
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I may have finally sold the 914. I will be looking at a '69 Ossi blue 912 this Friday or Saturday, and if things check out, I do believe the 914 will head off to its new home. It is being sold to a friend, with the guarantee that it will either be sold back to myself, or sold to another good friend, until I have a stable enough life to purchase it back.

The car is a matching numbers 912, almost zero rust, one owner, 82,000 original miles, and full service records since new. No, I won't feel any guilt converting it to a 912-6, as My dream car has always been a 1969 911S.

Still not sure what to think about the thought of not seeing the 914 every day, but I can't afford to have both, and have wanted to get into 911/912's for a long time. Now to find a cheap 2.0/2.2L 6 and make the conversion, and a set of cheap 15x6 fuchs..

I certainly won't be saying goodbye to the 914 community, as I'm still taking care of my dad's car, but I may be even less active than I have been, due to my hectic school schedule..

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post Mar 8 2016, 10:07 AM
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very nice, I say don't feel bad, but you will be drawn back to 914's no doubt. but that is a really nice car!! get the 912 for sure.
I just passed up a chance at an almost mint 74 911 targa that was rust free and nicely partly restored, but the 2.7 was smoking , probably from worn valve guides and I didn't pull the trigger- I think I screwed up!! it was only $19k. - confushus say "he who hesitates will be lost" - or will loose. - so I say don't hesitate.
Good Luck and that s a great way to go, you hav the option to buy back at some point!!
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post Mar 8 2016, 10:07 AM
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post Mar 8 2016, 10:23 AM
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Very nice!

Your legacy lives on as the heartbeat of the Wild Child. I have more fun driving it than the 2.7L /6.

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post Mar 8 2016, 10:24 AM
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Life is short. Enjoy the ride.
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post Mar 8 2016, 10:49 AM
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Pretty car!
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post Mar 8 2016, 12:28 PM
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As was mentioned, lifes short. Simply enjoy what ever suits you. A 914 or 911 and or both at the same time. I don't you're here to please anyone other than your self and or your parents. Congrats with your new journey.
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post Mar 8 2016, 01:22 PM
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QUOTE('73-914kid @ Mar 8 2016, 10:58 AM) *

The car is a matching numbers 912, almost zero rust, one owner, 82,000 original miles, and full service records since new. No, I won't feel any guilt converting it to a 912-6, as My dream car has always been a 1969 911S.


Early 912's are bringing good money. You sure that's what you want to do? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Why not buy a "cheap" roller 911 (there are several on pelican right now and backdate/modify to your heart's content?

Good luck on whatever you decide (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)
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post Mar 8 2016, 01:30 PM
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Just a few Rollers:

82 911

99 996 Roller

66 912 sans engine

Race car...sold with fresh engine or as roller: 78 SC Race Car

76 911 no-sunroof
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post Mar 8 2016, 01:36 PM
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Ethan,

Gorgeous 912! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wub.gif)

However, you may want to look into building up thet 912's 4 or do one of those 911-4 conversions for more HP as a bolt in swap & save the original 4 (especially if it's numbers matching or a documented Porsche Xchange motor).

IIRC Panorama, Excellence &/or Hemmings Sports & Exotics did several articles on those options to give the 912s more oomf in the past 2-3 years, on actual cars. That kept the extra 200-400 lbs. off the car from a 911 6, so it still handled much better.

It's worth researching before you go hacking up a cherry little 912 like this one! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/type.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)

JMHO! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif)

Good luck with school & career Ethan! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Mar 8 2016, 01:54 PM
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A 912 for a 914.... are you expecting?
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post Mar 8 2016, 02:39 PM
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Any modification I make will be properly done, to allow the original Type 616 to be reinstalled at a later date if deemed necessary. The advantage to this car, is that I can buy it, and drive while I work on it, unlike those other project cars.. It's also pre-smog, which has huge advantages here in California. A small displacement -6 should suit the car nicely for daily driver duties.

Rob, not expecting, but I am getting married. I want something quieter to commute in, and she wants something more roomy inside for long road trips.. The house we will be renting will not have a garage, so I need to get something that won't leak like a colander...
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post Mar 8 2016, 02:47 PM
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The house we will be renting will not have a garage, so I need to get something that won't leak like a colander...


I've heard that finding insurance for vintage cars is difficult if it's not stored in a garage. That 912 looks far too nice to sit outside in the elements.
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post Mar 8 2016, 02:47 PM
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You California guys need to get behind this!

Bill to end smog testing for pre-'81 car
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post Mar 8 2016, 03:11 PM
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QUOTE(iwanta914-6 @ Mar 8 2016, 12:47 PM) *

QUOTE('73-914kid @ Mar 8 2016, 02:39 PM) *

The house we will be renting will not have a garage, so I need to get something that won't leak like a colander...


I've heard that finding insurance for vintage cars is difficult if it's not stored in a garage. That 912 looks far too nice to sit outside in the elements.

I insure my cars with State Farm, as I drive my car too much for a classic car insurance.
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post Mar 8 2016, 03:49 PM
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To each his own, but that 912 has earned the right to stay as it was designed and intended. If the car was a basket case, needed a restore, converting to a 6 would make sense, but this thing is pristine, and all original, would be wrong to start chopping it up. It's not just a simple motor bolt in. The chassis, brakes, suspension will all be outclassed by a 6 cyl motor. Spend some time on the 912bbs. Go find a real 911 or a 912 in need or a restore, don't destroy this example of a survivor. Just my .02.
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post Mar 8 2016, 05:05 PM
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Well, you certainly built a beautiful 914 that most anyone would be proud to own, including me...

As for the 912, wow. I typically don't side with the originality crowd, but if the car is as good as she looks in the pictures, well, I'd have to start reconsidering. However I'll stick to my guns, cars are made to be driven and enjoyed, and undoubtedly you'll do another great job with the 912. But you might want to consider building up the four...

Keep us informed.
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post Mar 8 2016, 05:07 PM
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[quote name=''73-914kid' date='Mar 8 2016, 07:58 AM' post='2312867']

Now to find a cheap 2.0/2.2L 6 and make the conversion, and a set of cheap 15x6 fuchs..

Mark has a complete 69 T in South Bay for sale. To my knowledge, he would like to unload it so he doesn't have to haul to his new house in Az.
Good luck.

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post Mar 8 2016, 05:41 PM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) Hot Damn, son. Nice and already blue for you know who. She did pick the blue for the 914, right? Smart move! Stick it with a 6 then when it's time to sell back in with the #'s matching drive train. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drunk.gif)
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post Mar 8 2016, 06:10 PM
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Beautiful 912! Always liked them. Not sure I'd want to hack it up, though?
Good luck with it.
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