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

[Rusty]

You're on the right track... a clean chassis is worth far more than a solid used engine.

If you find a really pristine body, snatch it up. You can freshen a motor far cheaper than you can do major rust repair.

But bringing one out of hibernation? Check rubber fuel lines... bleed the hell out of the brakes (even a few years, and the brake fluid will look like a cafe latte), clean the gas tank, change the fuel filter. Pull the plugs, squit some oil in the cylinders. Pour in some fuel, get a good battery, and fire that bad boy up! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/w00t.gif)

-Rusty (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/smoke.gif)