Inpecting a dormant 914, or have any resurrection spells? Options

[blitZ]

I've been looking for a 914 for a month or so and have read all info I could find including the buying guides. I live in the southeast and selection is limited, the lucky dogs on the west coast seem to have a good supply.

I've come across several candidates which have decent bodies with limited rust, but are not running. The owners have stated the cars were running when parked, however that obviously doesn't mean anything.

Is there anything special to look for in a dormant 914?
Any method to check non-engine systems, like electical, clutch, trans, brakes?

I'm tempted to take my chances on a particular deal with a good chasis and body.

Thanks

[double-a]

QUOTE (blitZ @ Sep 15 2005, 07:04 AM)

Taking a battery and doing a compression check is a good one. Should allow a general check of the electical, also. double-a I read your progress thread, it's very encouraging. Hope mine turns out as well. Thanks

thanks, haven't updated that thread in awhile, and there's still lots to do. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif) i had mucho help to get it going (jim chambers, known here as porsche rescue), so i would definitely suggest trying to bribe someone into coming with you.

watch out for rust. if the rust is severe, it may not be worth it, as repairs can take lots of $$ and time. i was lucky enough to find one that had been parked and had no rust to speak of.

keep us updated on your progress!

~a