 Would this be a good 914 to purchase?, Interested in trying to get this but I really don't have much expiriance with work on any cars. |
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| cplego7 |
 Dec 8 2011, 02:09 AM
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Hi I'm new the webstite basicly because I'm wondering if this car would be very restorable? And what it looks like it may need. If I get it, I'm wanting to fix it up enough to run, fixing the majar rust, and try to prevent the rest from getting worse for the next few years. I asked for a few more pictures and in the pictures a few of the pans will need replaced. The only thing I'm worried about is the rocker panel area. I am a beginner with working on cars but I'm willing to learn and work on it. Thanks! For any input.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1974-Porsch...13#ht_500wt_948 |
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| johannes |
Dec 8 2011, 03:05 AM
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Club Porsche 914 France President Group: Members Posts: 3,084 Joined: 13-January 06 From: France Member No.: 5,409 Region Association: France |
"Quit driving it in 1987 when the right rear suspension mounting point rusted out"
That sounds very bad !!! that means the longs are dead. Parts car... Could be worth the price if it doesn't go over 500. Save you money and buy a better one. |
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| somd914 |
Dec 8 2011, 04:57 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 1,171 Joined: 21-February 11 From: Southern Maryland Member No.: 12,741 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
QUOTE(johannes @ Dec 8 2011, 04:05 AM)  "Quit driving it in 1987 when the right rear suspension mounting point rusted out" That sounds very bad !!! that means the longs are dead. Parts car... Could be worth the price if it doesn't go over 500. Save you money and buy a better one. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Not a beginners project - major body work, engine rebuild (turned over and ran fine 25 years ago, that likely won't be the case now), and the list goes on and on. Plenty of respectable 914s out there in the $5k-$10k range which is less than you'll put into this. |
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| billh1963 |
Dec 8 2011, 05:46 AM
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Car Hoarder! Group: Members Posts: 3,402 Joined: 28-March 11 From: South Carolina Member No.: 12,871 Region Association: South East States |
Look on this site for some project cars....there are a few nice ones available.
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| carr914 |
Dec 8 2011, 06:45 AM
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Racer from Birth Group: Members Posts: 118,670 Joined: 2-February 04 From: Tampa,FL Member No.: 1,623 Region Association: South East States  |
"Engine ran great in 1987" (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
That is a Parts Car only Run Forrest, Run |
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| sfrenck |
Dec 8 2011, 07:51 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 492 Joined: 28-February 10 From: Wilmington, DE Member No.: 11,411 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region 
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QUOTE(billh1963 @ Dec 8 2011, 06:46 AM) Look on this site for some project cars....there are a few nice ones available. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) And since you're new to the site they are found in the Classified Forum under "FS/WANTED: 914 Cars and Rollers" In my experience, from newbie to somewhat less of a newbie over the last 1 1/2 years, you're going to end up spending $5000-$10000 to get a 914 that you can drive around (more if you want to autocross / race). The thing you have to think about: do you want to buy something like your Ebay find for $500 and use the rest of the $4500 - $9500 a little at a time (over a long time) learning / fixing, buy something for more $$ and work on it less, or just bite the bullet and by something that is ready to go with few fixes. |
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| GaroldShaffer |
Dec 8 2011, 09:53 AM
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You bought another 914? Group: Benefactors Posts: 7,622 Joined: 27-June 03 From: Portage, IN Member No.: 865 Region Association: None 
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) with the others, that is a parts car at best. Where in Indiana are you? I'm up in Portage (aka Chicagoland area).
What are you looking for? By that I mean a running project car, complete driver, or??? I might be able to help you find something or at least put yo in touch witha few people that would have better connections than me help you find the right car for you. |
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| tod914 |
Dec 8 2011, 09:59 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,755 Joined: 19-January 03 From: Lincoln Park, NJ Member No.: 170 |
74 copper metalic... probally the only one in existance. Quite rare. As far as fixing up? Doubt it. You'd be better off finding a solid rust free roller.
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| monkeyboy |
Dec 8 2011, 10:29 AM
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That car would be a massive project for an experienced restoration guy. I hate to be negative, but if you haven't restored a car before, this one is likely to be too large a project to get finished.
I'm not saying you couldn't, but I know I couldn't and I have seen a lot of projects like this that got overwhelming and abandoned. I'd start with a more solid car. If you are looking to pick it up, there has to be better cars in your area. If shipping is OK, look west. |
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| mtn flyr |
Dec 8 2011, 10:35 AM
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By the way, welcome to the madness! Lots of knowledge here, keep looking and (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png)
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| aharder |
Dec 8 2011, 10:37 AM
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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) this is one you should walk away from...
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| sfrenck |
Dec 8 2011, 10:39 AM
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QUOTE(monkeyboy @ Dec 8 2011, 11:29 AM) That car would be a massive project for an experienced restoration guy. I hate to be negative, but if you haven't restored a car before, this one is likely to be too large a project to get finished. I'm not saying you couldn't, but I know I couldn't and I have seen a lot of projects like this that got overwhelming and abandoned. I'd start with a more solid car. If you are looking to pick it up, there has to be better cars in your area. If shipping is OK, look west. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Again, it's worth it to put the money into shipping a low rust car from the west instead of paying to fix the rust from the east (I, unfortunately, didn't go far enough west with mine). At least get in touch with Brad Mayeur. He'd be one of my first stops if I were close. Brad Mayeur 914 Limited Inc. 1162 N. Byerly Hills Dr. East Peoria, IL. 61611 309-694-1797 |
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| poorsche914 |
Dec 8 2011, 11:27 AM
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QUOTE(sfrenck @ Dec 8 2011, 11:39 AM) At least get in touch with Brad Mayeur. He'd be one of my first stops if I were close. Brad Mayeur 914 Limited Inc. 1162 N. Byerly Hills Dr. East Peoria, IL. 61611 309-694-1797 (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Seems he has had a car or two in the classifieds recently. Good drivers and under 5k. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) |
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| mrholland2 |
Dec 8 2011, 11:42 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 750 Joined: 7-September 11 From: Santa Maria,CA Member No.: 13,531 Region Association: Central California |
QUOTE(cplego7 @ Dec 8 2011, 12:09 AM) Hi I'm new the webstite basicly because I'm wondering if this car would be very restorable? And what it looks like it may need. If I get it, I'm wanting to fix it up enough to run, fixing the majar rust, and try to prevent the rest from getting worse for the next few years. I asked for a few more pictures and in the pictures a few of the pans will need replaced. The only thing I'm worried about is the rocker panel area. I am a beginner with working on cars but I'm willing to learn and work on it. Thanks! For any input. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1974-Porsch...13#ht_500wt_948 I bought one in MUCH better shape (basically as rust free as I can see) and it still is a daunting task for someone that isn't a fully-functional "car guy". Listen to the experienced guys/gals on here and do what they say (even if I don't always do it, I know I may have to but I want to be an independent cuss sometimes). I would worry about finding one that is nearly rust free even if the engine is oozing sludge out of every possible place. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) |
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| Tom_T |
Dec 8 2011, 06:01 PM
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QUOTE(billh1963 @ Dec 8 2011, 03:46 AM) Look on this site for some project cars....there are a few nice ones available. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) that one looks like an unbelievable can of worms! ...... keep looking here & 914club.com , ClubNARP.com , TheSamba.com , Pelican's classifieds, etc. and..... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) |
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| jcambo7 |
Dec 8 2011, 07:06 PM
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It's better to run away from that than to walk. Way too much time and money would have to be put into it to get it road worthy again. Be patient and keep looking. You can find decent running car that needs some work for a good price if you are patient.
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| timofly |
Dec 8 2011, 07:53 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 164 Joined: 21-February 09 From: VA Member No.: 10,082 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
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With all of the above. This one would cost far more to restore than it will ever be worth, unless it's filled with illegal substances. I'm not even sure it's a "parts car" as some have suggested. Looks like most of those parts will be junk. Listen to these guys on this site. MOST of them know what they are talking about and the rest are fun to read anyway. |
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