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| enf2232 |
 Mar 29 2015, 12:18 PM
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Went to look at 74 1.8l for sale yesterday. Here are photos I took. Please help with comments so I know what to look for. Another member pointed out front end damage that I did not see. I passed based on oil on engine and transmission. Another thread answered question on transmission problem. I know color is not correct. Looked pretty solid with good interior.
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| Johny Blackstain |
Mar 29 2015, 12:32 PM
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Walnut Elite Stratocaster player Group: Members Posts: 3,434 Joined: 5-December 06 From: The Shenandoah River Member No.: 7,318 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region 
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The #1 thing to look for is rust. Most commonly under the battery in the engine compartment (aka the hell hole), under the rocker panels in the longitudinals & on the floors (front & rear trunk, passenger compartment). The only thing that can't rust is the roof, because it's made out of fiberglass. You have to ask yourself what you want a 914 for- driving, modifying, concours/showing, etc... This will determine a lot regarding your budget. Good luck & be patient- you'll save a lot if you are. |
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| budk |
Mar 29 2015, 02:23 PM
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Yes! It's a Bumblebee! Group: Members Posts: 678 Joined: 24-July 10 From: Hickory, PA Member No.: 11,970 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Oil on the engine and tranny is not unusual but if you are interested in this car you should insist on getting it checked on a frame machine. Front end has obviously had some damage as mentioned.
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| mepstein |
Mar 29 2015, 02:56 PM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,279 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region
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It's rusty and it's been hit. I would pass unless you don't mind a lot of work. To me, it's a $1,500 car but that's just my opinion.
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