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gturner008 |
Apr 21 2020, 06:44 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 127 Joined: 21-April 20 From: Toronto Member No.: 24,163 Region Association: Canada |
Hello everyone. I have just purchased my first 914. It’s a 1976, ivory white, 39k miles from new. One previous owner.
It’s the car off BaT - from a few weeks back ($18k - RNM). Collect this afternoon. I inspected the car for 3 hours, including on a ramp. It is super original and in great condition. Never been painted. Zero rust. My plan is to detail it back to factory stock. Very few jobs to do. The rear springs look saggy. Might need to change these. Other than a service, should be good. It sat in a garage since 2004 - only 100 miles last 16 years. I’ll need to check all rubber parts - but look ok. Anyone got any advice for me? I have a 72 911, but know nothing about 914. What’s recommendations on things to check and do? I appreciate any advice as a raw new owner. It’s worth looking at the BaT listing. The one with the 914 decals on the doors. These were applied by the selling dealer in 1976. One owner since then. I’m torn on either removing (and risk paint issues) or leaving. Any thoughts? Thank you for allowing me to join. Live in Toronto. Gary |
Specracer |
Apr 22 2020, 04:50 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 100 Joined: 27-March 17 From: SE Mass Member No.: 20,970 Region Association: None |
In addition to the list you have going:
On your shifter, check the bushings. They are plastic, and get brittle and break from age (vs mileage). After you change the fuel filter, and get fresh fuel running through the system, I would send out the injectors for cleaning and calibration. |
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