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| new914fan |
 Mar 24 2006, 08:16 PM
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Newbie  Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 24-March 06 From: desert, CA Member No.: 5,766  |
hello all
i'm looking to replace my urs4 with something more fun to drive and more economical... i've always liked the 914 and now seems like my opportunity to own something that'll be fun in the sun... my driving experience other than the urs4 includes a mk2 mr2, so i'm really looking forward to something that'll take the corners hard!! here's the question... with a budget of around 5K, is it possible to get a good conditioned 914? after seeing the thread on $50 paint jobs, i can deal with a 914 that needs paint and missing stereo (i would have swapped out the stock unit anyways) if so... please point me to the right direction... i value the members opinion in that if y'all know of a 914 in good condition, let me know!! further, are there 914 restoration specialists in southern california who charge a reasonable rate?? last question.... have any of y'all changed the speedometer to something that'll accomdate modern highway driving speeds?? thanks!! |
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| Andyrew |
Mar 24 2006, 08:17 PM
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Spooling.... Please wait Group: Members Posts: 13,376 Joined: 20-January 03 From: Riverbank, Ca Member No.: 172 Region Association: Northern California 
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5k should give you a nice 914 with no problems that you can drive daily.
Check out the classifieds.. http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?act=SF&f=20 |
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| Bleyseng |
Mar 24 2006, 08:21 PM
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Aircooled Baby! Group: Members Posts: 13,035 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Seattle, Washington (for now) Member No.: 24 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
the 73-76 cars had 150 mph speedo's but the cars can only do 115 mph so you shouldnt have any problems on a modern freeway with the speedo. $5000 will buy a decent 914 in Cali |
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| boxstr |
Mar 24 2006, 08:22 PM
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MEMBER:PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGION Group: Members Posts: 7,522 Joined: 25-December 02 From: OREGON Member No.: 12 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
The car on the classifeds that is 74 2.0 914 Alaska blue for $4000 is a west coast car. Just relocatd to Pennsylvania, a week ago. Seller wants a Boxster. So this is your oppurtunuity to get a really nice car below your top price.
I sold this car originally, if you have any questions I will be happy to answer them. Craig C. Laughlin CAMP 914 |
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| Andyrew |
Mar 24 2006, 08:30 PM
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Spooling.... Please wait Group: Members Posts: 13,376 Joined: 20-January 03 From: Riverbank, Ca Member No.: 172 Region Association: Northern California
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but he's in cali.. he doesnt want to ship it from there... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)
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| boxstr |
Mar 24 2006, 08:45 PM
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MEMBER:PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGION Group: Members Posts: 7,522 Joined: 25-December 02 From: OREGON Member No.: 12 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Thanks, Andrew I guess I should have asked you first.
Craig |
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| Andyrew |
Mar 24 2006, 08:48 PM
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Spooling.... Please wait Group: Members Posts: 13,376 Joined: 20-January 03 From: Riverbank, Ca Member No.: 172 Region Association: Northern California
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sorry craig..
Didnt mean it like that, I didnt think you noticed.. |
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| Leo Imperial |
Mar 25 2006, 10:58 AM
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Do you have to use so many cuss words? Group: Members Posts: 906 Joined: 29-November 04 From: 914 Roadshow - Glen Cove NY Member No.: 3,192 Region Association: None |
5K should get you a nice daily driver.
Thats the amount I started with and feel it was a solid start. Repairs will be need, but thats what happens with 30 + years on a car. Just make sure you know what you are looking for. Look in past threads about rust and figure out what year you want. Ask questions here before you buy. Members of the "NON CLUB" love to help. |
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| Dead Air |
Mar 25 2006, 11:26 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,268 Joined: 9-May 04 From: Buffalo, NY Member No.: 2,042 |
[QUOTE] Well, I think Andrew's right, Craig. That's how I read his question. |
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| boxstr |
Mar 25 2006, 11:33 AM
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MEMBER:PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGION Group: Members Posts: 7,522 Joined: 25-December 02 From: OREGON Member No.: 12 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
In reviewing the original post there is no reference to:
BUT I DON'T WANT TO DRIVE ALL THE WAY TO FREAKIN' PENNSYLVANIA TO FIND ONE! If that would have been included I would have not suggested he search outside of Calif. CCl |
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| rhodyguy |
Mar 25 2006, 01:50 PM
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Chimp Sanctuary NW. Check it out. Group: Members Posts: 22,093 Joined: 2-March 03 From: Orion's Bell. The BELL! Member No.: 378 Region Association: Galt's Gulch |
i guess if he asked craig the right questions he wouldn't have to DRIVE ALL THE FREAKIN WAY TO PENNSYLVANIA to find one under his budget. ships for less than that would be my guess. that $1k save buys alot of konis, ball joints, turbo tierods,...hey craig!! have those upgrades been performed?
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| olav |
Mar 25 2006, 02:37 PM
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Senior Member Group: Retired Members Posts: 1,107 Joined: 28-December 02 From: Los Gatos, CA. USA Member No.: 34 Region Association: None |
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| rpmmaxxed |
Mar 25 2006, 03:17 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 387 Joined: 24-May 05 From: Oceanside, CA Member No.: 4,140 Region Association: Southern California |
could buy my yellow '73 for well under your askin price...
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| watsonrx13 |
Mar 25 2006, 03:21 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,735 Joined: 18-February 03 From: Plant City, FL Member No.: 312 Region Association: South East States |
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Wow, now potential owners are looking outside of CA for a 914, thanks guys for shipping all of the great cars out of state.... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/wink.gif) Anyway, I agree that 5k should get you a nice car, with minimal amount of work/upgrade. I'm not certain what a urs4 or mk2 is, but remember, these are 30+ yr old cars that will need maintenance that a newer car will not, ie, adjust valves, timing, checking points, unless you are able to get a car that has been retrofitted with the new 'electronic' ignition enhancements. Good luck with your search and if you do find a nice example, please have a fellow non-member go with you to check the car out. -- Rob |
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| new914fan |
Mar 25 2006, 05:33 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 24-March 06 From: desert, CA Member No.: 5,766 |
thanks!!
yeah, PA is a little far to get a 914.... unless someone knows of a cheap and GOOD auto shipper a urs4 is a 92-94 audi s4, 5 cyl single turbo... i have a 93 mk2 is a 2nd generation mr2... i had a n/a 91 that was slightly modded it's good to know that 5k is a good price to start with... now i'll be on the look out!! what i also love about this forum is that whenever there is a car for sale... someone on this board seems to have some knowlege of it so i can get a pretty honest opinion of the condition =) so... all the CA folks out there help me out!! thanks |
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