OT: 914 versus 911 |
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OT: 914 versus 911 |
andreic |
Feb 21 2020, 10:37 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 172 Joined: 21-December 15 From: Madison, WI Member No.: 19,479 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
What would you take: a well sorted out 1972 914 1.7L with no rust and everything running perfectly, or a 1976 911S 2.7L with unknown history, but generally good appearance. (Nothing known on the history of the engine.)
I have the opportunity to trade, and am debating if getting into the 911 world is a nightmare waiting to happen. (I don't have thousands and thousands to spend on fixing lots of things up...) Curious to hear people's opinions. |
Jett |
Feb 22 2020, 12:12 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,641 Joined: 27-July 14 From: Seattle Member No.: 17,686 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Recently bought a 77 Targa because we loved the narrow body and color. The 2.7 was rebuilt by a highly reputable builder and the thermal reactors were already replaced. That said, because the G body cars were not very expensive, over time the car was neglected. As you can see we are replacing the stock suspension, and every mechanical system rebuilt... brake hoses and shocks were original, wheel bearings and axles needed replacing. The interior was also original and fully worn out, which also needed attention.
All that said, we love this car because of the color and uniqueness (the Bamberg radio has a microphone that dictates to tape), but would sell it long before we considered selling the 73 Delphi 2.0 914. Btw. The 2.7 is surprisingly fast, and kinda feels like an early muscle car, but if you want to go fast then a 2001 996TT is the best choice (IMO) for the money (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) no IMS issues but make sure that the water hoses have been pinned. Attached image(s) |
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