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> Finally bought my own 914, Inspection done!
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post Mar 31 2020, 02:58 PM
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Congratulations. The amount you would have spent on rust repairs on the yellow car........you are probably getting off much cheaper and ending up with a better car.
Take your top off and drive.
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post Mar 31 2020, 06:18 PM
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QUOTE(mmichalik @ Mar 31 2020, 11:08 AM) *

A lot of people have said it before but Oscar @ValcoOscar is a stand up guy.


Ditto, it would be tough to think of a better person around here to go check out that car. Enjoy!
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post Mar 31 2020, 07:29 PM
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Also a shoutout to @jagalyn for putting this (rather expensive) solution in my head. Better if you never meet my wife. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

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Would love to meet you both someday... I think you have made a good decision after a not so good situation. Good move in the long run. Remember what they say... ‘short term pain for long term gain’. You will do well. Congratulations, enjoy!
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post Mar 31 2020, 07:30 PM
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That was very thoughtful of Oscar, who I can't say enough about!!!!!!

Once you drive it, you're going to keep it.

You will.
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post Mar 31 2020, 08:37 PM
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Congrats! Nothing is ever certain about 914 condition, but the silver cars looks more likely to surprise you with good things. The yellow car would have surprised you only in bad ways.
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post Mar 31 2020, 09:40 PM
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Oscar for president for sure! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)
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post Apr 15 2020, 06:45 AM
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Good it worked out. Congrats on the silver one ! Is it already on its way to the Netherlands now ? And remember to contact the dutchies on here if you are buying parts at 914rubbber or other vendors, maybe we can combine things together ! :-)
PS I like silver as a color on 914 a lot. It will grow on you, I am pretty sure.
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post Apr 16 2020, 12:43 PM
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QUOTE(Frankvw @ Apr 15 2020, 04:45 AM) *

Good it worked out. Congrats on the silver one ! Is it already on its way to the Netherlands now ? And remember to contact the dutchies on here if you are buying parts at 914rubbber or other vendors, maybe we can combine things together ! :-)
PS I like silver as a color on 914 a lot. It will grow on you, I am pretty sure.

It's supposed to ship out today, although the vessel is somewhat delayed. But it will be here around the 21st of may!
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post Apr 16 2020, 12:48 PM
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Keep us posted, and don't forget some photos once it arrives!!!!!

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Stay safe,

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post Apr 16 2020, 08:28 PM
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License Plate Frame is SOOOOO LA.

Love the Car!


QUOTE(911GT2 @ Mar 31 2020, 11:13 AM) *

Ok so here we go.

It's been frustrating and exhausting and to be honest I had some support from an absolute legend @ValcoOscar who went to BHCC himself to check the yellow and Silver car out for me. Without him this wouldn't be possible. But I can finally say I'm out of the yellow car and upgraded to the silver car. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

Also a shoutout to @jagalyn for putting this (rather expensive) solution in my head. Better if you never meet my wife. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)



I know the paint isn't a perfect paint job, and there already has been said a lot about it over on BAT, but structurally it's sound, it's got the 2.0L engine and it's got the chrome bumpers and fuchs wheels, all options I value very much.

I'm not so keen on the silver, maybe it grows on me maybe it doesn't for me the most important thing was to get a car which has papers and no rust and this car ticks both those boxes.

I'm not saying I'll sell it when it gets here, but I'm also not saying I'm not. I'm deeper in this car then I would like to be, but some life lessons come at a price I guess.

Hopefully the car can get shipped out soon. There is no reason why it shouldn't.

thanks everybody in this topic for your input and feedback in this whole ordeal. It's finally looking up!
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post May 28 2020, 02:14 PM
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So today was the day I got to pic up the teener from the shippers.

When I first say it it gave mee goosebumps and I'm so happy I switched from the yellow car to this one.

It started with a little fight though. The rear right handbrake was stuck, so getting it on the truck was a bit of a hassle.

When it sat in my driveway I just tapped the handbrake lever with a hammer and it just popped loose.

So now I need to get it ready for MOT.

But man I love this car already. It's even lower than I remembered it to be.

Anyway, here's some pics!

There it finally is!
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My dad gets first dibs in the teener.
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Loaded up and ready to come home!
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Finally on my driveway!
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Getting to know my dad's Boxster
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And my Westy
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Getting close with the westy
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So happy it's finally here!
Shout out again @ValcoOscar , thanks bud (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

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post May 28 2020, 02:16 PM
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Good looking VW & Porsche family for sure !
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post May 28 2020, 02:27 PM
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post May 28 2020, 02:52 PM
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QUOTE(911GT2 @ May 28 2020, 01:14 PM) *

So today was the day I got to pic up the teener from the shippers.

When I first say it it gave mee goosebumps and I'm so happy I switched from the yellow car to this one.

It started with a little fight though. The rear right handbrake was stuck, so getting it on the truck was a bit of a hassle.

When it sat in my driveway I just tapped the handbrake lever with a hammer and it just popped loose.

So now I need to get it ready for MOT.

But man I love this car already. It's even lower than I remembered it to be.

Anyway, here's some pics!

There it finally is!


My dad gets first dibs in the teener.
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So happy it's finally here!
Shout out again @ValcoOscar , thanks bud (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


Your smile says it all!!!!

I'm so glad I was able to help you.

Enjoy my friend,

Oscar
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post May 28 2020, 03:47 PM
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QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ May 28 2020, 12:52 PM) *

QUOTE(911GT2 @ May 28 2020, 01:14 PM) *

So today was the day I got to pic up the teener from the shippers.

When I first say it it gave mee goosebumps and I'm so happy I switched from the yellow car to this one.

It started with a little fight though. The rear right handbrake was stuck, so getting it on the truck was a bit of a hassle.

When it sat in my driveway I just tapped the handbrake lever with a hammer and it just popped loose.

So now I need to get it ready for MOT.

But man I love this car already. It's even lower than I remembered it to be.

Anyway, here's some pics!

There it finally is!


My dad gets first dibs in the teener.
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So happy it's finally here!
Shout out again @ValcoOscar , thanks bud (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


Your smile says it all!!!!

I'm so glad I was able to help you.

Enjoy my friend,

Oscar

Lol thank you. But that’s not me but my dad. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post May 28 2020, 03:57 PM
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QUOTE(911GT2 @ May 28 2020, 02:47 PM) *

QUOTE(ValcoOscar @ May 28 2020, 12:52 PM) *

QUOTE(911GT2 @ May 28 2020, 01:14 PM) *

So today was the day I got to pic up the teener from the shippers.

When I first say it it gave mee goosebumps and I'm so happy I switched from the yellow car to this one.

It started with a little fight though. The rear right handbrake was stuck, so getting it on the truck was a bit of a hassle.

When it sat in my driveway I just tapped the handbrake lever with a hammer and it just popped loose.

So now I need to get it ready for MOT.

But man I love this car already. It's even lower than I remembered it to be.

Anyway, here's some pics!

There it finally is!


My dad gets first dibs in the teener.
Attached Image


So happy it's finally here!
Shout out again @ValcoOscar , thanks bud (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


Your smile says it all!!!!

I'm so glad I was able to help you.

Enjoy my friend,

Oscar

Lol thank you. But that’s not me but my dad. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)


In that case, it looks like dad is laying claim to it.

Let's find you another one. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)

Oscar
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post May 28 2020, 04:39 PM
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So glad everything worked out. That car is beautiful, I take back everything I ever said about Silver 914s. Bet the brake handle was stuck because some longshoremen really cranked up on the handle. Don’t feel bad, my dad drove my 914 way more then I did for the first couple years.

Keep us updated on your journey.
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Nice! In addition to brakes make sure you go over the fuel lines and injectors. As with any old car (VW), brakes=good, fire=bad.

Enjoy often and in good health!
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post May 28 2020, 11:58 PM
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QUOTE(campbellcj @ May 28 2020, 04:43 PM) *

Nice! In addition to brakes make sure you go over the fuel lines and injectors. As with any old car (VW), brakes=good, fire=bad.

Enjoy often and in good health!

Yeah, I'm going to do everything, vac hoses, fuel lines, gearbox oil, engine oil all filters etc etc.

Just so I know when they all have been done.
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post May 29 2020, 12:40 AM
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good to see it arrived. It looks really good ! Good luck with the Dutch MOT, I am preparing as well, but it looks like you will be there earlier than me !Have fun with the car !
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