WTB - 914 2.0 project, No rush Options

[lsintampa]

New member here. Almost bought a 914 as my "first car", back in the day. Had to be in the middle 70's. My dad didn't like the car as he couldn't work on it (old school Chevy mechanic). Ended up with a Triumph GT6 instead.

Now over 40 years later, I'm looking for a 2.0 914 project. I've done a few project cars, most recently a 74 TR6, so I'm at least familar with the process.

I don't know much about the 914 but would like something that has a solid frame and body panels. Mechanics (motor / trans, etc.) are secondary. Running would be better than not running - but not necessary.

I would prefer something local (or at least close) to the Tampa Bay (Florida) area.

NO RUSH - I'm actually not quite ready to take another project right now, but if the right opportunity come up, I could make room.

Thanks for any leads.

Len

[lsintampa]

Looked at my first prospect yesterday.

76 2.0, in Florida - near Orlando area

Ask was 6.500. The owner knows little about cars - let alone this car. Seriously he is a really nice guy, but when it comes to cars - well all I can say is he really isn't a car guy.

Car runs, I drove it. It ground every gear, and will not hold 4th at all. Body panels were fair - some rust on the panels, but nothing that couldn't be repaired.

I jacked up the right front - little play in the front wheel - again not sloppy, but some.

I was going to jack up the left front - but a good look and I thought it better that I didn't. Was afraid I'd push the jack into the car - didn't want to go there.

Hell hole was rusty, but not through. Tray was still there, tray edges were shotty.

Interior was fair. Rust behind the right seat (near the corner of the b-pillar). I could pull it off it layers. I did not lift the carpet - as I knew I was taking a pass on it.

I'm not familar that much with the 914, but I have done several rebulds of other cars, so I know what to look for (for my skill set).

BTW - I saw on both the left and right underside floors what looked like some metal that was put over the existing floor pans held in place with sheet metal screws. The screws were not rusty, so my guess is that was PO covering up the rusted out floor pans - but I'm not sure.

My assessment - car needs transmission work for sure, along with some significant rust repairs. I did drive it, but since I was having such a hard time shifting it, I really didn't get around to being able to judge the motor. Started right up and ran - seemed a bit rough.

In terms of ask VS what you may be able to get this car for... IMHO, I think he just wants it gone and any offer at this point would not be ignored. At one point (before I made up my mind to pass totally) I through a low number out there and I think that was acceptable.

CL add: http://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/3557770696.html

If by chance you have any interest and contact him, tell him Len told you about the car. Not that I'm getting anything for referrals, I just though he was a really nice guy and offered to help him.

I told him he should register here and post the car, but I got the impression he wasn't going to do that. I also offered to answer questions he may get from world members - should he post the car here.

Anyway just passing along some info of my hunting ventures.

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