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post Oct 7 2012, 10:14 AM
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New to the forum, just wanted to say Hi

I'm in the market for a 914 and this site has been helpful to get me up to speed. I already have 2 older cars (67 firebird vert & 80 firebird formula turbo) but want somthing different.

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post Oct 7 2012, 10:20 AM
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Take a look at the Creme Cycle by JR Rust in the link just below here.

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post Oct 7 2012, 10:28 AM
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post Oct 7 2012, 11:32 AM
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Thanks for all the welcomes!

Looking for a reliable, solid driver. Doesn't need to be perfect, but prefer stock. Something within driving distance to go check out personally is preferred.

Let the search begin!
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post Oct 7 2012, 11:58 AM
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post Oct 7 2012, 01:39 PM
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There is one for sale on Ebay about 200 miles from you. Has carbs and probably tail shifter but looks like a good teener in pictures.

Lots of new parts.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Porsche-914...=item25761c80de

Don't know what the parade pictures are about.

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Thanks for all the welcomes!

Looking for a reliable, solid driver. Doesn't need to be perfect, but prefer stock. Something within driving distance to go check out personally is preferred.

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post Oct 7 2012, 04:13 PM
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post Oct 7 2012, 05:47 PM
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I never seen Undercar Yellow LEDs on a teener! I guess there is a first time for anything!


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post Oct 8 2012, 05:20 AM
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post Oct 8 2012, 07:50 AM
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post Oct 8 2012, 08:24 AM
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So is rust the main thing to look for? My birds were all solid even the vert as they were texas cars.

Anyone here from DFW area? I could sure use some help with my search.

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post Oct 8 2012, 08:38 AM
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So is rust the main thing to look for? My birds were all solid even the vert as they were texas cars.

Anyone here from DFW area? I could sure use some help with my search.

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Yea.. I am in Hurst, just west of DFW airport.

Come up to Bedford on Saturday. There is a swap meet at Zims Autotechnic. Plus, They have a 914-6 GT in the shop that is for sale. It's done, just drive it home.
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post Oct 8 2012, 10:39 AM
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Look for a 914 with a 2L engine. The 1.7/1.8L engines are ok but anemic power. Go for the gusto of a 2L.
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post Oct 8 2012, 04:36 PM
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I disagree--look for a 914 that has as little rust as possible. (Don't believe claims of "no rust"--these cars rusted on the boat coming over from Germany!) The exact engine and such that is installed is of very secondary importance. I'd take a clean 1.8 over a rusty 2.0 any day.

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post Oct 8 2012, 04:44 PM
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Take it from "The Rusty Mountain Boys" in the South, Dave is absolutely correct.

You can always strap a rocket or 6 to the ass after the check clears...

Have you seen BillH1963's thread under ScottyB's skilled hands??

To quote BillH, or a close paraphrase (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) , "...another example of a rust free 914..."
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post Oct 8 2012, 05:16 PM
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Dve,

That's what I was thinking too in regards to rust (see my post above). I'm trying to learn as much as I can and my gut tells me rust free is a relative term in relation to 914's. In the chance I can't inspect one myself are there trusted sources that inspect prior to purchase. There's no way I'd buy a car site unseen.

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post Oct 11 2012, 10:10 AM
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Any recommendations on getting a car checked out in Texas? I may be putting a deposit on a car soon. Car is located beween dallas and houston. Willing to pay of course.

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