Is this 914 1.8 salvageable? Options

[bcsellie]

First time poster, with a big question. I've been looking for a '74 914 that the kids and I can enjoy with a budget of around $10k. We're fond of the bright colors, with orange being the preference. I know these cars are prone to rust, and found a "cheap" example with some issues about 4 hours away.

This car has unknown mileage, needs interior work, has a running 1.8 (compression and leak down stats unknown, and has visible rust in one of the pictures. It's orange, which is original, and can be purchased for $2,000. Would repairs exceed $8,000 and blow my budget?

Pictures attached.....

[TheCabinetmaker]

First, let me say welcome. Second, I'll tell you that's not a 74. It's 75/76.
That's a lot of rust on door jamb and sill. I'll bet there is lots more behind it in the engine bay. Spend your money on the best car you can find for your budget. Learn where the rust is and look at many examples. You won't make that car anywhere near perfect for 6k. Restorations can take years. Read some of the restoration threads here and see what people have gone thru in their projects.