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?

[cwpeden]

Rusty,

Come out to Western Speedway May 11 and I'll give you spin in my 73. I'm the Competition Director for the local PCA region (Vancouver Island Region) and we will be having an autocross. Registration is open at 1 pm I'll be there.

The only car that a 914 can be compared to is.........well another 914. Mine is not typical though. The old 90 lb springs have been replaced with 200 lb springs and I have Koni sports on all corners, sticky tires etc. Of the three 914's that autocross my teener is the slow(er) one.

Anyhow if you can make it out it would be great to chat. We're always looking for fresh blood more participants. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/chowtime.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)

Conrad Peden

[rustyknife]

Rusty,

Come out to Western Speedway May 11 and I'll give you spin in my 73. I'm the Competition Director for the local PCA region (Vancouver Island Region) and we will be having an autocross. Registration is open at 1 pm I'll be there.

The only car that a 914 can be compared to is.........well another 914. Mine is not typical though. The old 90 lb springs have been replaced with 200 lb springs and I have Koni sports on all corners, sticky tires etc. Of the three 914's that autocross my teener is the slow(er) one.

Anyhow if you can make it out it would be great to chat. We're always looking for fresh blood more participants. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/chowtime.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)

Conrad Peden

unfortunately i'll be outta town that weekend, but damn, you guys make it sound so easy. there's gotta be a catch. i must have spent like 9 grand on that single cab (that's my story and i'm sticking to it in case my wife reads this) and it doesn't sound like a 914 would too far off. i should try driving one first tho, because i'm a sucker for the unusual. if it's just like any old car i'll get bored and won't finish the thing. doesn't sound like that's too likely.