is this really a good idea? Options

[rustyknife]

i've restored an 80 vw westy and a 68 vw single cab truck. i'm looking for a new project. i've lost a ton of $$$ on these projects but it keeps me sane. i like the look and history of the 914 and it seems that project-status cars are around for a decent price. does my previously-dented wallet prepare me for what's ahead if i go this route, or are we talking a completely different ball game?

i "restore" vehicles to make them safe and fun and usable, not showroom or anything like that.

what should a guy look for in a project car?

[jonat127]

If you asked a bunch of ice cream lovers if they liked ice cream, what kind of answer would you get?

As an Ic cream lover, and a potato chip lover, I can offer the following advice:
Every time you drive a 14 it's a new challenge and when you get it right it'll give you a massive high!
I have owned an ice cream flavored 944 which was lovely but ultimately I got bored with it. I then tried a Toyota Celica GT4 flavored chip. The only way I managed to maintain interest in that was to keep adding go faster modifications. Then I had a TVR which made the most intoxicating sound but the rear wheels just wouldn't stay attached to the road.
With the 14, if I go for more than a week without driving it I start to get withdrawal symptoms. This causes me some considerable difficulty, living in England, since I don't like to take the car out in the rain. Over winter I often get quite severe cold turkey...... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/w00t.gif)
Conclusion: If you like cars with character you will love a 914. But as the others have said it won't be cheap. I just wish I lived in the US as you have such a wealth of specialist suppliers.