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> I finally made it, buying a (decent) 914 in Belgium
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post Feb 12 2016, 03:08 PM
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Okay, I followed this site for some time already before buying my first 914.It took some patience and everyone I asked( that knows about cars ) said not to do it but I think I finally found a decent one (wich is not easy in Belgium since they are very rare here).
Just tell me what you think of it ( don't be polite) and okay, it's a '75 with the BUB's as you guys call it (allmost all the 914's here are reimported Americans)and also a BUS( big ugly spoiler) but it's a 2.0l ,until now I didn't find any rust(some superficial spots) and and it's been technically restored by a PO from California. Engine, clutch , brakes , muffler, etc.
I'll give you a pic already, but tomorrow I'll have more pic's in detail and a lot of questions too.
How do I post a pic anyway and how big can it be?
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post Feb 12 2016, 03:38 PM
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BUBs actually can look pretty good on Black & other color cars, but don't let them put you off in any case - it's still a fun classic 914 & a 2.0 to boot!

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post Feb 12 2016, 03:50 PM
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Great to hear! This is a great place and we want to see the picture!
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post Feb 12 2016, 03:56 PM
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post Feb 12 2016, 04:33 PM
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Nice Congrats! Can't wait to see some pics
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post Feb 12 2016, 04:54 PM
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Congratulations, you are right, finding one in decent shape even on this side of the pond is getting harder everyday so I can imagine how tough it was for you. I bought a 75 also, my second 75 I have owned. I wasn't very patient when it came to back dating my bumpers and paid a premium. Someone here will remember the name of the business in the U.K. who sells them. Maybe locals get a better price over there.
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post Feb 12 2016, 04:57 PM
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post Feb 12 2016, 05:07 PM
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post Feb 12 2016, 06:46 PM
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Let me see if I've got this right. Everyone cautioned you "not" to buy a 914 and you did it anyway? My kind of guy. You'll fit right in here. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Feb 12 2016, 07:48 PM
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Let me see if I've got this right. Everyone cautioned you "not" to buy a 914 and you did it anyway? My kind of guy. You'll fit right in here. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Feb 12 2016, 08:41 PM
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post Feb 12 2016, 11:41 PM
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First picture coming up! Thx for all your reply's!Attached Image
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post Feb 13 2016, 12:03 AM
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Front and back. I'd really like to get rid of the backspoiler ASAP but then I'm stuck with 5 holes.Attached Image Attached Image
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post Feb 13 2016, 12:08 AM
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I think the front bumper has been baked in the Californian sun. Has anyone a suggestion how to get it smooth again?Attached Image
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post Feb 13 2016, 12:12 AM
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And I will have to change the vinyl on the sail panels.Attached Image
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post Feb 13 2016, 12:33 AM
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The interior looks rather good (the dealer I bought it from put in another dash top because the old one was fried) The air vent grilles of the AC are missing( I still have one that I found in the door pocket but it's chrome plastic : looks terrible) The AC doesn't work. It has been uncoupled but the ventilator still gives a lot of fresh air.Maybe I can put in some steel mesh grilles and paint them black. Any suggestions are welcome.Attached Image Attached Image
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post Feb 13 2016, 09:01 AM
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Car looks good from the pics you posted. If the hell hole (below battery tray) area is decent,and the longs. I'd say it's a great start. Many members here can guide you through almost anything. It kinda reminds me how mine looked when I purchased it 30 years ago.
The 2.0, the console and the A/C are nice accessories to have. Get it all sorted
You'll be quite pleased.
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post Feb 13 2016, 09:54 AM
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Welcome to the World
Car looks good from the pics you posted. If the hell hole (below battery tray) area is decent,and the longs. I'd say it's a great start. Many members here can guide you through almost anything. It kinda reminds me how mine looked when I purchased it 30 years ago.
The 2.0, the console and the A/C are nice accessories to have. Get it all sorted
You'll be quite pleased.
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Hello Dion,
As far as I can see , the hellhole looks good , at least from the outside. I'm gonna take out the battery to check the tray . I can see some small rust bubbles underneath the right seal panel. Both trunks have no rust.Attached Image Attached ImageAttached Image
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post Feb 13 2016, 11:09 AM
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The AC is aftermarket, so unless you really want one, i'd get rid of it.
They're ugly and the huge hole in the front trunk doesn't help things either.

Besides that, the car looks pretty solid!
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