 1973 914 1.7L Shopping, Help Me Please |
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| RangerRhett |
 Nov 20 2004, 11:24 AM
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Member  Group: Members Posts: 131 Joined: 25-August 04 From: Lafayette, IN Member No.: 2,620  |
Hey all...
If I was going to look for a 914. Say one for sale in my area...oh and I don't know...maybe it is a 1973 1.7L... What can I do to look like I know what I am talking about as far as interior quality, exterior rust (if there is any) and its value... The ad describes it as in good condition and it is in running condition... asking $3000.00 This seems high for a 1.7L.... Please Help or point me in the right direction.... My father's car of old Attached thumbnail(s) 
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| Rhodes71/914 |
Nov 20 2004, 03:34 PM
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Glacier Group: Members Posts: 1,374 Joined: 8-August 04 From: End of the Road, Alaska Member No.: 2,482 |
$3000 does seem a bit high for a 1.7, could be in near perfect condition and rust freee (ya right).
If you are going to look at this car you might as well know a little bit. Well I'm no expert but since nobody has given any advice on what to actually look for I'll my .02 in for ya. Definitely look under the battery tray, if you have done any reading here you will know that this is one of the major trouble spots due to water running on battery and spreading battery acid down under the battery tray. This can lead to issues if it is bad. Poke the metal under there with a screw driver, if the owner will let you. If at all possible remove the rocker panels and look at the longs, these are under the doors and run the length of the middle of the car. If you see rust poke at it with a screw driver. If either of those spots is bad walk away at that price. I would also recomend taking your time. If you are willing to spend $3000.00 you should be able to find a decent car. Watch the classifieds here. |
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RangerRhett 1973 914 1.7L Shopping Nov 20 2004, 11:24 AM
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