New 914 owner from The Netherlands, '73 914 1.7 |
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New 914 owner from The Netherlands, '73 914 1.7 |
Jazzy |
Oct 11 2017, 01:02 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 32 Joined: 16-September 17 From: The Netherlands Member No.: 21,432 Region Association: Europe |
Hi all,
I have spend some time here in the classified section over the last couple of weeks, actually tried to buy a car from at least two forum members. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) In the process I learned a lot about these funny Volkswagen Porsche cars. First of all that most cars have serious rust problems and that the nice cars are increasing in value. I also discovered that the 914 community is extremely friendly and always ready to help. Couple of days ago I found a perfect 914 with a local Porsche specialist. At first I didn't like Olympic Blue color in the photos but when I could see the actual car I fell in love. The car was originally sold in California and has seen two owners before the car was imported to The Netherlands in 2012. That makes me the fourth owner. The car came with full history, a large binder with bills and other documentation basically since 1973!! My first challenge was to bring the car home because it was raining heavily that day, and I know of the first rule when it comes to owning a 914. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Next challenge was to put it in 1st and not in reverse, but the drive home with my son next to me was an awesome experience. We even took the top of for the last few miles. My plans are: - Use the car in classic car rallies (navigation and regularity challenges) - Fix the windshield wiper switch - Find out why white smoke entered the cabin through the left side vent at one time - Have the valences sprayed in matte black - Investigate the roll bar sides, some say the missing vinyl is original, others say the vinyl is missing Pictures: (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/farm5.staticflickr.com-21432-1507748522.1.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/farm5.staticflickr.com-21432-1507748522.2.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/farm5.staticflickr.com-21432-1507748523.3.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/farm5.staticflickr.com-21432-1507748523.4.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/farm5.staticflickr.com-21432-1507748524.5.jpg) |
LowBridge |
Oct 11 2017, 01:04 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 370 Joined: 10-August 15 From: Lunenburg, MA Member No.: 19,045 Region Association: North East States |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) ..that Blue is epic and the car looks very clean... good luck and enjoy (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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aharder |
Oct 11 2017, 01:06 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,364 Joined: 6-September 11 From: Dallas Texas Member No.: 13,524 Region Association: Southwest Region |
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SirAndy |
Oct 11 2017, 01:09 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,602 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
I like the shift pattern sticker, you'll get used to it after a while ...
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Dion |
Oct 11 2017, 01:11 PM
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RN Group: Members Posts: 2,762 Joined: 16-September 04 From: Audubon,PA Member No.: 2,766 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) That Blue looks awesome with the chrome bumpers !
Good luck with it. |
KELTY360 |
Oct 11 2017, 01:15 PM
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914 Neferati Group: Members Posts: 5,028 Joined: 31-December 05 From: Pt. Townsend, WA Member No.: 5,344 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) That's a great looking car.
If it were me, I'd wait a bit before painting the rockers and valances to see if the color grows on you. I also think the body color sail panels look great, btw. Judging from the chrome bumpers I'm guessing it was an Appearance Group car and originally came with vinyl sails. You can probably tell by looking up at the inner 1/4 panel forward of the rear wheel well. You'll probably see evidence of the three trim holes filled. Enjoy! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) |
dax1969 |
Oct 11 2017, 01:39 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 360 Joined: 10-March 14 From: belgium Member No.: 17,103 Region Association: None |
Goed gedaan Jetze en olympia blau is de mooiste kleur die er is.
Ik zou de schorten ook zwart spuiten (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Sommigen kwamen met vinyl en sommige zonder. Kan je altijd wat aan doen. En als je wat power mist kan je de motor laten opboren... zoek hier maar eens En nu zit de rest van het forum te raden wat ik hier allemaal schrijf (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Sorry guys, a Belgian and a Dutch must at least post one msg in their language ... Won't happen again. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Krgds Dax |
burton73 |
Oct 11 2017, 01:41 PM
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burton73 Group: Members Posts: 3,485 Joined: 2-January 07 From: Los Angeles Member No.: 7,414 Region Association: Southern California |
Man, you are looking good. Got it just in time to drive a little. I have spent a lot of time in the Netherlands in Amsterdam and Harlem. Nice to do business in the Benelux.
All you have to do is just fix it a little to get just what you want. Looks super clean. Happy you found one. Bob B (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) |
cal44 |
Oct 11 2017, 01:55 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 165 Joined: 8-October 09 From: Encinitas, Ca. Member No.: 10,910 Region Association: Southwest Region |
I to have spent many days in Holland. I can imagine your car in a photo shoot at Het Loo Palace, complete with the Peacocks.
The color of your car is a delight. Well done. |
maf914 |
Oct 12 2017, 10:04 AM
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Not a Guru! Group: Members Posts: 3,049 Joined: 30-April 03 From: Central Florida Member No.: 632 Region Association: None |
Great looking car. I love the olympic blue. I actually like the blue valances and rocker panels as well.
Could the white smoke through the left vent be oil or water in the heat exchangers? According to the 914 and 914/6 Porsche Restorers Guide the rear roll bar panel was painted on standard four cylinder cars from 1970-73, while cars with the appearance group option had vinyl trim. Cars from 1974-76 all had vinyl trim. Vinyl trim was standard on all six cylinder cars. |
Mark Henry |
Oct 12 2017, 10:24 AM
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that's what I do! Group: Members Posts: 20,065 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Port Hope, Ontario Member No.: 26 Region Association: Canada |
Could the white smoke through the left vent be oil or water in the heat exchangers? White smoke is likely oil dripping onto the heat exchangers, I see new pushrod tube seals in your future. Nice looking teen (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) |
porschetub |
Oct 12 2017, 02:39 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 4,696 Joined: 25-July 15 From: New Zealand Member No.: 18,995 Region Association: None |
Attractive looking car in that colour, judging by the interior it looks like the car is low mileage....27 K miles ? hard to see the speedo in the pic.
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Dave_Darling |
Oct 12 2017, 05:39 PM
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914 Idiot Group: Members Posts: 14,980 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Silicon Valley / Kailua-Kona Member No.: 121 Region Association: Northern California |
I'm partial to Olyblau cars, myself. And I do think the rockers and valences look better in black.
--DD |
914_7T3 |
Oct 12 2017, 09:55 PM
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Please forgive me, I'm new to all of this! Group: Members Posts: 1,846 Joined: 3-April 17 From: Los Angeles, CA Member No.: 20,991 Region Association: Southern California |
And I do think the rockers and valences look better in black. --DD (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png) |
Fatboy007 |
Oct 12 2017, 10:11 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 62 Joined: 23-May 17 From: San Diego, ca. Member No.: 21,124 Region Association: Southern California |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) dig it man! And yeah i love the shift sticker too.... nice tode brudda
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Fatboy007 |
Oct 12 2017, 10:12 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 62 Joined: 23-May 17 From: San Diego, ca. Member No.: 21,124 Region Association: Southern California |
Sorry i ment ride...not toad... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer3.gif)
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Frankvw |
Oct 12 2017, 10:33 PM
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working on my first 914 ! Group: Members Posts: 651 Joined: 13-April 16 From: Holland, the Netherlands Member No.: 19,896 Region Association: Europe |
Leuk! Nog een Nederlandse 914 ! Welk deel van Nederland?
Welcome. Have fun ! Enjoy your 914 ! |
Ian Stott |
Oct 15 2017, 04:48 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 907 Joined: 28-January 08 From: Moncton/Canada Member No.: 8,635 Region Association: Canada |
Welcome! You will be able to drive your teener more than me! Mine is garaged for the winter months, not because of the cold, but once the roads start getting salted the teener stays in the garage and I wait for a few good rains in the spring before I take it out again. Enjoy your car, post pics, sharing your adventures is half the fun!
Ian Stott Moncton Canada |
daytona |
Oct 15 2017, 06:11 AM
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daytona Group: Members Posts: 435 Joined: 13-April 14 From: Ormond Beach, Florida Member No.: 17,249 Region Association: South East States |
Welcome to the world Jazzy,
and congratulations on your 914 purchase. Love the color and really like the look with the blue valances and rockers in the same body color. It looks different from most 914s. Part of the enjoyment is to personalize the car to your taste. As long as the modifications can easily be returned to original there is no big deal. Enjoy your 914 (you have some very nice roads in your part of the world) in good health. Oh yes; share photos of your adventures with car. Be well, Bill. |
Shadowfax |
Oct 15 2017, 07:14 AM
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Show us the meaning of haste Group: Members Posts: 509 Joined: 19-January 15 Member No.: 18,340 Region Association: South East States |
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Beautiful car. You did very well. |
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