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> Would this devalue a 914?, '76 2.0 engine in a '74 1.8 914
jonferns
post Jul 29 2007, 08:47 PM
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OK, so we have a 2.0 engine from a '76, and may put it in our yellow '74 1.8 (for the extra, what, 20hp?)....would this be a wise decision? The 914 is very original, but in no way a concours car...the only "mods" may be the koni's...

now, would putting this engine in this car heavily devalue it? I am against it, but my dad insists...

any input would be greatly appreciated, thanks
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Carlitos Way
post Jul 29 2007, 08:50 PM
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Value? what value?

If you're thinking about selling it... sure, someone might say it has the "wrong" engine. However, if you plan on keeping it... why not go for the bigger engine? Just get rid of any additional smog crap you don't need.

Personally, I have no problem with an "unoriginal" engine in a mostly stock car. There's a HUGE difference between a concourse car and a daily driver, and a stock car. Unless you plan to go to an originality contest... do what makes the most sense.
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post Jul 29 2007, 09:03 PM
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Jon,
To answer your question, check out the green '71 on ebay right now with a 2.0 '76 engine. It also has the '76 tranny and the '76 tan interior. The car is a gem! Watch where this price goes. Imagine if it just had a 1.7 with tail shifter and standard '71 interior. This car won 1st place at this years Zone 1 event in Newport. This baby is ready to drive anywhere. Turn key and smile.
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post Jul 29 2007, 09:07 PM
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so, the 2.0 would be more desirable?
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post Jul 29 2007, 09:14 PM
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yes!!

I sold my 1.8. If it had a 2.0 I would still have it.
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post Jul 29 2007, 09:14 PM
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Swapping to a 2.0 isn't a bad thing. You can always sell the car with the original engine when you are ready. Good experience on understanding these cars. Your decision.
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post Jul 29 2007, 09:23 PM
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just wanted some support. the engine swap is still a ways off....maybe winter....so, should the car be labeled as such (2.0)?
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post Jul 29 2007, 10:02 PM
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gotta put some serious time into cleaning/detailing this engine (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/FERG.gif)
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post Jul 29 2007, 10:14 PM
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QUOTE(sendjonathanmail @ Jul 29 2007, 06:47 PM) *

for the extra, what, 20hp

in your dreams ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

the '76 2.0L was the least powerful of the 2.0L, and that was when they were new. now after god knows how many miles, don't expect too much "improvement" over your 1.8L ...

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/bye1.gif) Andy
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post Jul 29 2007, 10:20 PM
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If your wife had bigger boobs and a smaller butt, would you leave her?
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post Jul 29 2007, 10:28 PM
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Replace a tired 1.8 with a tired 2.0. Your still ahead of the game with more HP.
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post Jul 29 2007, 10:51 PM
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I have a 1.7 and 2.0. Put the 2.0 in. 20HP more when talking about 93 HP total is more than 20% increase in power. I vote to do it.

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