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Should I or Shouldn't I, 914 conversion |
thetaxca |
Dec 4 2021, 01:36 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 1 Joined: 4-December 21 From: Canada Member No.: 26,132 Region Association: None |
Hello forum! new member here!
I recently purchased a 1973 914 2.0 all original (except for modified dual exhaust and requisite back bumper) with zero rust that has 128K miles. Paint code L30 Light ivory (but is pretty white). It has original paint which is desperate need of being redone. I have always wanted a 914 and this car as more than met my fantasy, however at 60 years old, it is becoming more and more difficult to get in and out of so I am thinking of selling. I have 3 options that I am seeking advice on wanting to maximize my investment: 1) sell as is. I paid $15K 2) repaint (engine & glass out) and sell ($8K quote) 3) I have been offered a 3.0l rebuilt flat six with a 915 transmission (all working perfectly) for $12K that my Indy mechanic says he make work in the 914 for about $8K. Looking for some advice from the experts out there. Thanks |
targa72e |
Dec 4 2021, 01:57 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 262 Joined: 11-September 16 From: colorado Member No.: 20,392 Region Association: None |
If the car is all original i would sell as is. Original cars are original only once. I personally would prefer to buy an original car and if it needed paint have it done myself so I know exactly what I have.
If car is truly rust free and original paint probably sell for quite a bit more than 15K. I would look at results on Bring a trailer. 2) repaint (engine & glass out) and sell ($8K quote) Price seams low. See comments above. I doubt you will recoup the money spent. 3) I have been offered a 3.0l rebuilt flat six with a 915 transmission (all working perfectly) for $12K that my Indy mechanic says he make work in the 914 for about $8K. Great price for 3.0 and 915. No way to convert for 8K IMHO. You will have more than that just converting the 915 transmission to work in 914. 3.0 will require front cooler. With the required tank, mounts, engine sheet metal, oil lines, cooler, exhaust, fuel lines pump etc probably looking at $5-7K just in parts. john |
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