OT: 914 versus 911 |
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OT: 914 versus 911 |
andreic |
Feb 21 2020, 10:37 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 172 Joined: 21-December 15 From: Madison, WI Member No.: 19,479 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
What would you take: a well sorted out 1972 914 1.7L with no rust and everything running perfectly, or a 1976 911S 2.7L with unknown history, but generally good appearance. (Nothing known on the history of the engine.)
I have the opportunity to trade, and am debating if getting into the 911 world is a nightmare waiting to happen. (I don't have thousands and thousands to spend on fixing lots of things up...) Curious to hear people's opinions. |
IronHillRestorations |
Feb 22 2020, 08:05 PM
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I. I. R. C. Group: Members Posts: 6,721 Joined: 18-March 03 From: West TN Member No.: 439 Region Association: None |
The 911 looks decent, but the ice pick is the true test.
If you are happy with your 914, stick with it. Car for car the 914 wins this one IMHO; better useability, better handling, and it's more of a known quantity. If the 911 is a solid chassis and the engine isn't worn out, you might be able to come out ahead on it, but if it's going to push your pocketbook, it could be an expensive albatros. I'm a 914 lover, but I got a 964 targa about three years ago, and I'm happy with it. The 3.6 is fun, and the modern ventilation is nice. I miss the luggage space the 914 has, and the 914 roof is a better design and easier to stow. I think the 911 targa might leak less than a 914, but that's a toss up. |
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