 1974 2.0L, salvage title, in rough shape, possible LE. |
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| williethewimp |
 Mar 19 2017, 09:52 PM
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I'm new here ... Group: Members Posts: 0 Joined: 19-March 17 From: Grass Valley, CA Member No.: 20,943 Region Association: Northern California  |
Hi all,
My mother gave me a 1974 914 about 14 years ago, and mentioned it might be a limited edition. It has sat in my driveway for 14 years, neglected. It is not in good shape. I have gone over the markers on Jeff's CanAm register information page, and it does match some of the indications: Paint code matches the black (L-041), it has the front spoiler (aftermarket), is VIN number 4742914557 (right in the middle of the production run), the targa bar does not have vinyl and looks original, etc. However, it has some problems: it has a salvage title due to a flood, it has been painted all black, the engine has been replaced with a 1973 2.0L, some of the trim does not match, and it is in really rough shape. It would need a serious rebuild plus rust mitigation to bring back to a nice condition. Here are the details: Engine number = GA000215 Chassis number = 0759527 Paint code = L-041 VIN=4742914557 The car is located in Northern CA, near Sacramento. I created a photo album of all the pics, showing the good/bad/ugly. Overall, I think it is worth $2500, but I am open to offers. On a side note: I want to thank Jeff B. for his advice with this car. He has been super helpful. I wish I had the time/money to restore this car, but the salvage title is a deal killer. Todd  |
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| Cairo94507 |
Apr 3 2017, 03:07 PM
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Michael  Group: Members Posts: 9,703 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California 
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I get confused (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) when an owner goes to the trouble to check the car out and then does not just dial up PCNA to verify if the VIN is a LE. I would have done that and then put it on eBay.
He likely sold it for around $2K and left $4K on the table. Oh well, hopefully the new owner loves his purchase and is a member here. |
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| deemsriddle |
Apr 3 2017, 04:45 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 15 Joined: 1-January 17 From: Ringgold GA Member No.: 20,717 Region Association: South East States |
QUOTE(Cairo94507 @ Apr 3 2017, 05:07 PM)  I get confused (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) when an owner goes to the trouble to check the car out and then does not just dial up PCNA to verify if the VIN is a LE. I would have done that and then put it on eBay. He likely sold it for around $2K and left $4K on the table. Oh well, hopefully the new owner loves his purchase and is a member here. I have owned 3 bumblebees. The original engine and probably transmission were lost, probably in the flood. It had a salvage title from said flood. I watched it bid up from $3600.00 4 minutes from the end to $6400.00. In the past I have not paid attention to originality and have been burned. Now, I am a little conservative when it comes to originality. I think both the buyer and seller did well |
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Posts in this topic
williethewimp 1974 2.0L, salvage title, in rough shape, possible LE. Mar 19 2017, 09:52 PM
billh1963 I've seen worse restored.
If it is an LE, sel... Mar 20 2017, 08:51 AM
Garold Shaffer
I've seen worse restored.
If it is an LE, se... Mar 20 2017, 09:01 AM lostreasure chrome bumpers? wheels have no indication they wer... Mar 20 2017, 01:36 PM Sea Dragon 914 The chrome bumpers would indicate that it isn... Mar 20 2017, 02:01 PM 87m491 Hhmmm, removing these bolt up supports doesn't... Mar 22 2017, 10:15 AM williethewimp Hi all,
Followup: The car is sold, and while we w... Mar 22 2017, 02:53 PM iwanta914-6
On a side note: I want to thank Jeff B. for his ... Mar 20 2017, 02:22 PM williethewimp Jeff was very helpful, but he could not say yes or... Mar 20 2017, 06:38 PM Chris914n6 First time I've seen seat brackets rust off, s... Mar 20 2017, 10:35 PM JoeDees delete Mar 21 2017, 10:02 AM TonyA
Hi all,
My mother gave me a 1974 914 about 14 ye... Mar 22 2017, 01:33 PM billh1963 Now on ebay for the flip:
Possible LE flip Mar 28 2017, 08:47 AM rgb91424 The vin is 17 #S previous to my LE which I sold in... Mar 29 2017, 12:07 PM Chris914n6 Sold for $6400 on evilbay. Should have left o... Apr 3 2017, 02:19 PM iwanta914-6
Sold for $6400 on evilbay. Should have left ... Apr 3 2017, 02:47 PM billh1963 Wonder if the flipper is a world member? Apr 3 2017, 02:55 PM Chris914n6
Wonder if the flipper is a world member?
Small p... Apr 3 2017, 11:48 PM williethewimp Original seller back for a followup. I agree, I co... Apr 4 2017, 11:18 AM Jeff Bowlsby :shock1: Apr 3 2017, 10:08 PM |
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