 Would this devalue a 914?, '76 2.0 engine in a '74 1.8 914 |
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| jonferns |
 Jul 29 2007, 08:47 PM
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OK, so we have a 2.0 engine from a '76, and may put it in our yellow '74 1.8 (for the extra, what, 20hp?)....would this be a wise decision? The 914 is very original, but in no way a concours car...the only "mods" may be the koni's...
now, would putting this engine in this car heavily devalue it? I am against it, but my dad insists... any input would be greatly appreciated, thanks |
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| Carlitos Way |
Jul 29 2007, 08:50 PM
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I did it MY WAY Group: Members Posts: 1,337 Joined: 14-September 04 From: Simi Valley, CA Member No.: 2,757 Region Association: Southern California |
Value? what value?
If you're thinking about selling it... sure, someone might say it has the "wrong" engine. However, if you plan on keeping it... why not go for the bigger engine? Just get rid of any additional smog crap you don't need. Personally, I have no problem with an "unoriginal" engine in a mostly stock car. There's a HUGE difference between a concourse car and a daily driver, and a stock car. Unless you plan to go to an originality contest... do what makes the most sense. |
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sendjonathanmail Would this devalue a 914? Jul 29 2007, 08:47 PM
sixerdon Jon,
To answer your question, check out the green ... Jul 29 2007, 09:03 PM sendjonathanmail so, the 2.0 would be more desirable? Jul 29 2007, 09:07 PM BMITCHELL yes!!
I sold my 1.8. If it had a 2.0 I w... Jul 29 2007, 09:14 PM sixerdon Swapping to a 2.0 isn't a bad thing. You can a... Jul 29 2007, 09:14 PM sendjonathanmail just wanted some support. the engine swap is stil... Jul 29 2007, 09:23 PM sendjonathanmail gotta put some serious time into cleaning/detailin... Jul 29 2007, 10:02 PM SirAndy
for the extra, what, 20hp
in your dreams ... :D ... Jul 29 2007, 10:14 PM dflesburg If your wife had bigger boobs and a smaller butt, ... Jul 29 2007, 10:20 PM BMITCHELL Replace a tired 1.8 with a tired 2.0. Your still... Jul 29 2007, 10:28 PM
Spoke I have a 1.7 and 2.0. Put the 2.0 in. 20HP more wh... Jul 29 2007, 10:51 PM |
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