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barn find 1971 1.7 66k miles, whats its worth |
dweeb |
Aug 9 2017, 05:59 PM
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I'm new here ... Group: Members Posts: 0 Joined: 9-August 17 From: lansing Member No.: 21,332 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
so this is a 1971 orange factory paint radio etc. targa top. only mod is 3 point seat belt and exhaust.
its been in second owners possession for over 30 years. she has had it stored in her garage has not ran or even tried to start in 15 years. The body is in solid shape no rust we are discussing a price around 2500 but the great thing is she wants me to work it off on my lawn care as I have a lawn care business. What are your thoughts? What should I be concerned about when it comes to getting it road worthy? Dave Attached thumbnail(s) |
JeffBowlsby |
Aug 9 2017, 06:24 PM
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914 Wiring Harnesses Group: Members Posts: 8,485 Joined: 7-January 03 From: San Ramon CA Member No.: 104 Region Association: None |
A 1971 914 1.7L is not a very desirable 914, unless it is pristine. Anything can be fixed but, not to be discouraging, if it does not run it can only be considered and valued as a parts car. No car sitting around does well. To fix it you will at least need to check and probably rebuild/replace the:
Tires, wheel bearings, brakes, entire fuel system from tank to injection, engine, lights and electrical, shocks and suspension/shift linkage bushings. Not to mention the esthetics - upholstery, paint, trim, door locks, carpeting, rubber bits. If it has not run in 15 years there is a reason - is the tranny dead? Engine frozen? Wiring eaten by critters? It only takes time and money...and that could be a lot more lawn jobs. I suggest it is not worth more than about $1K in its current condition because of the work and risks involved. But some people don't make rational decisions. |
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