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rosenfe |
Oct 14 2013, 03:21 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 549 Joined: 14-October 13 From: northern california Member No.: 16,512 Region Association: None |
i m new to forum,looking at 72 ,seller says no rust,transmission rebuilt,car serviced regularly at local indy,has records for 3 years ,garaged.he doesnt drive much,not sure of true mileage.my question is how slow is 1.7,and what does it cost to upgrade to larger engine?do you need it?
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boxsterfan |
Oct 14 2013, 03:22 PM
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914's are kewl Group: Members Posts: 1,776 Joined: 6-June 03 From: San Ramon, CA Member No.: 791 Region Association: Northern California |
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r_towle |
Oct 14 2013, 03:53 PM
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Custom Member Group: Members Posts: 24,574 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Taxachusetts Member No.: 124 Region Association: North East States |
i m new to forum,looking at 72 ,seller says no rust,transmission rebuilt,car serviced regularly at local indy,has records for 3 years ,garaged.he doesnt drive much,not sure of true mileage.my question is how slow is 1.7,and what does it cost to upgrade to larger engine?do you need it? Check the car out in person, or via lots of pictures. See if he will remove the rocker covers and show you the longitudinals. Rust and paint are the costly issues, everything is less money for restoration. Motor, well a 1.7 can be loads of fun to drive. Its not the weakest motor, the 1.8 is actually a bit less. If you are buying the car with the expectations of it being super fast, budget at least 10k for an engine upgrade, depending upon what route you take. Many motors fit and many upgrades exist Big four rebuild Porsche 6 transplant Suby conversion Chevy conversion Etc etc If you are seeking a conversion car in the long run, look at buying one that has all the hard work done already and needs to be finished or is all completed. Rich |
damesandhotrods |
Oct 14 2013, 03:59 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 568 Joined: 26-September 10 From: Santa Cruz California Member No.: 12,218 Region Association: Northern California |
No rust is a dubious claim in regard to 914s. The best answer as far as a 1.7 is to drive it for yourself and decide. Barring rust, if you want more speed, it’s probably going to be cheaper in the long run to buy a faster car to begin with than to install fast after you bought it.
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billh1963 |
Oct 14 2013, 04:06 PM
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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 |
No rust is a dubious claim in regard to 914s. The best answer as far as a 1.7 is to drive it for yourself and decide. Barring rust, if you want more speed, it’s probably going to be cheaper in the long run to buy a faster car to begin with than to install fast after you bought it. Lots of wisdom in this statement.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) |
JawjaPorsche |
Oct 14 2013, 04:06 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,463 Joined: 23-July 11 From: Clayton, Georgia Member No.: 13,351 Region Association: South East States |
My 1.7 is plenty of power for me. These cars are not muscle cars. A 1.7 will bring a smile to your face! A 2.0 will bring a bigger smile!
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jimkelly |
Oct 14 2013, 04:22 PM
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Delaware USA Group: Members Posts: 4,969 Joined: 5-August 04 From: Delaware, USA Member No.: 2,460 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
we all know the HP numbers for type4 engine - 72-95 HP.
you need to get a ride in a 914 to see if it will satisfy you. many that want substantial power, upgrade to a Porsche 6, from 2.0 to 3.6. I am curious what 0-60 is for a 1.7, 1.8, and a 2.0. http://www.p914.com/p914_acceleration.htm jim |
mittelmotor |
Oct 14 2013, 04:24 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 334 Joined: 21-May 12 From: SoCal Member No.: 14,464 Region Association: None |
But a 5.7 will bring a shit-eating grin! LS1 V-8 has 310 bhp box stock, no valves to adjust and looks like it was made for the car. Well, I did have to use the rear trunk for an airbox, but the thunder sticks still fit easily!
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rosenfe |
Oct 14 2013, 05:13 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 549 Joined: 14-October 13 From: northern california Member No.: 16,512 Region Association: None |
i have an 03 boxster s,so i have power.ill drive car soon.spoke to his mechanic ,they replaced all calipers ,disc,recently.mechanic did not see rust.ill check it out.sounds promising
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Pat Garvey |
Oct 14 2013, 07:49 PM
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Do I or don't I...........? Group: Members Posts: 5,899 Joined: 24-March 06 From: SE PA, near Philly Member No.: 5,765 Region Association: North East States |
i m new to forum,looking at 72 ,seller says no rust,transmission rebuilt,car serviced regularly at local indy,has records for 3 years ,garaged.he doesnt drive much,not sure of true mileage.my question is how slow is 1.7,and what does it cost to upgrade to larger engine?do you need it? Pics would up out a lot here. Have you driven the car? or any 914? If not, you need to do that before even contemplating a purchase. Would you buy a daily driver without driving it? I'm not being condescending, just rational. These cars are wonderful for those of us who've lived/loved them, but they aren't for everyone. Drive one. Drive a good one. You'll be hooked in 30 seconds. Just be very careful about what you buy, and bring back more info and pics to this site. We're here to help and keep the breed going. |
Dave_Darling |
Oct 14 2013, 08:49 PM
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914 Idiot Group: Members Posts: 14,986 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Silicon Valley / Kailua-Kona Member No.: 121 Region Association: Northern California |
Rust likes to hide. See my response on the Bird board.
Some experienced 914 owners will let you take a screwdriver to some of the more rot-prone places... --DD |
ben*james |
Oct 14 2013, 09:08 PM
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LIFER Group: Members Posts: 518 Joined: 16-February 09 From: Portland Oregon Member No.: 10,062 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
No rust is a dubious claim in regard to 914s. The best answer as far as a 1.7 is to drive it for yourself and decide. Barring rust, if you want more speed, it’s probably going to be cheaper in the long run to buy a faster car to begin with than to install fast after you bought it. Lots of wisdom in this statement.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) Been there done that. Save up if you want hp, don't build it. Of course I can barely tie my shoes. |
rosenfe |
Oct 14 2013, 09:30 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 549 Joined: 14-October 13 From: northern california Member No.: 16,512 Region Association: None |
Car had rust not bad but enough to be an issue,also shifter was difficult.finding gear was not easy.seller did not seem prepared .,didn't bring repair records.not enjoyable to drive.ill keep looking.you are correct need to drive a few
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euro911 |
Oct 14 2013, 11:02 PM
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Retired & living the dream. God help me if I wake up! Group: Members Posts: 8,849 Joined: 2-December 06 From: So.Cal. & No.AZ (USA) Member No.: 7,300 Region Association: Southern California |
Most shifting issues can be attributed to worn or missing shift rod bushings. A stock '72 has a tail shift transaxle with three rod bushings: one is located in a carrier plate under the shift lever, one at the firewall and one in a carrier at the rear of the transaxle.
The shift rod bushing under the shift lever takes the most work to investigate and change, the firewall and the rear bushings are a lot easier to check and replace. There are also two round ball bushings in the system: one at the bottom of the shift lever and one on a stud at the firewall. About $30. ~ $40. in parts, labor can vary ... pro mechanic $$$ ... DIY, priceless (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) |
bandjoey |
Oct 14 2013, 11:16 PM
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bandjoey Group: Members Posts: 4,926 Joined: 26-September 07 From: Bedford Tx Member No.: 8,156 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Rust hides on a 914. Find a local owner to help with a PPI and look at the pics in the restoration threads. If you don't know where to look you won't find it until later. Mechanics are cheap. Rust is normal expected and costly. Good luck and forget the HP. Driving is more fun than speed.
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billh1963 |
Oct 15 2013, 05:03 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 |
Would you buy a daily driver without driving it? I hate to admit this but I have not test driven any of the cars I have bought in the last 15 or so years. That would literally be about 40 or so cars. I must be crazy..... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/screwy.gif) |
Razorbobsr |
Oct 15 2013, 05:47 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 282 Joined: 6-June 10 From: Terre Haute Ind Member No.: 11,813 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
i m new to forum,looking at 72 ,seller says no rust,transmission rebuilt,car serviced regularly at local indy,has records for 3 years ,garaged.he doesnt drive much,not sure of true mileage.my question is how slow is 1.7,and what does it cost to upgrade to larger engine?do you need it? I may have most of what your looking for in my 914. Come take it for a drive! Bob |
worn |
Oct 15 2013, 12:54 PM
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can't remember Group: Members Posts: 3,156 Joined: 3-June 11 From: Madison, WI Member No.: 13,152 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
i m new to forum,looking at 72 ,seller says no rust,transmission rebuilt,car serviced regularly at local indy,has records for 3 years ,garaged.he doesnt drive much,not sure of true mileage.my question is how slow is 1.7,and what does it cost to upgrade to larger engine?do you need it? I bought a *rust-free southern 1972*. After 2 years and over $1,000 in metal, I am almost rust free. The seller had excuses for not showing the whole car, and I fell for them and his hard luck story. Not wise. Check it carefully, they are sometimes just as described. That is how I would sell. |
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