Shed some light for me please Options

[jmill]

I've always loved the porsche. I sold my 924S last year and now I rue the day. I'm looking to buy a 914. I don't think I can afford the 2.0. Can you guys shed some light on the 914 for me. What should I look for? What are the best years in your opinion and why? Can 5k get me a solid car? Thats about all the wife will turn me loose with.

Thanks

[dw914er]

best thing to look out for is rust. Rust is the enemy. Most will have some, but its the degree that matters. Look in the engine bay, aka the hell hole, and rockers/longs.

depends where you look, but im sure you could find a decent car for 5k, and right now is probably the best time to start investing, as these cars are going up.

any 2l (4 or 6) are always great. After that, the 1.7 for 73 would be the next option. You get the better side shift tranny, and do not have the emission stuff that is common with the 1.8 that came after late 73 (aka the start of the 74 production year), and 75 (76 too) have those big rubber bumpers.

With any old car, it will be an on going project, but if it runs well, is ion decent shape, and minimal rust, it will be a fun car.

The 914 usually will run pretty well if you give it the attention, but if it is ignored, then it can go downhill pretty fast maintence wise.

But the basic nature of the 914 is that t is one of the best handling cars you can find in my mind. It is a simple driving car, with a nice relaxed and comfortable, but assured feel to its drive, and it can always put a smile on your face. It isnt really quick (unless you do a v8/subie/3.0ish 6 conversion), but it still is a blast to drive.

If concours is your thing, then there are additional things to look for, but if you just want a fun car to drive, then just find what you want.

And always ask more advice when you need it, we are all here to help in this passion.

-and I hope this was pretty good advice