Hi, just introducing myself. When I was fresh out of college in '79 I bought a '73 1.7. Had lots of fun, learned what lift throttle oversteer was without killing myself. Learned that rust is the great enemy and that a small bank account and high Porsche repair costs do not mix.

Fast forward 33 years. I own a Boxster which I love to autox but don't want to install a cage or rollbar in just for DEs (I refuse to go back on track again without proper safety equipment.) Found an ad for a nice, reasonably priced '74 914/4 track car. Not fast with a small motor but nice solid chassis, full 6 point car, gutted interior and lots of fiberglass body parts.

A quick trip to the bank followed by a 1400 mile trek with trailer and my "new" car is sitting in the garage. See pics hereMy 914 Album on Google+

Hoping to hear about things to watch out for. First thing I need to do is figure out some side-window replacements so the thing doesn't get rain in it when trailering on my open trailer.

I know that there is a Paddock section here but thought this first post should go in the Garage forum.

Regards,
Alan

Well, I hope your experience is NOT like mine...it took me a few DE's to work the "kinks" out. A 40 year old car on the track is a taxing process. It sounds like you're off to a great start! I remember that car for sale - up in MN I believe. Anyhow, that car has spent time at one of our Southern tracks - Roebling Road. Definetly a MOMENTUM car - like the boxster. Sharp looking and a good value too!

Tony/Cracker

welcome to the world!

that looks like a pretty clean racer you've got! Nice one!

Nice little race car Looks like a fun toy

Nice lil racer!!!

Interesting paint scheme! I like it!

Nice car

and

Feel free to post any questions if/when you run across something that doesn't seem right ...

Mid-Atlantic Region? Where abouts? Potomac Region of PCA has events (in fact, one this weekend) at Summit Point Motorsports Park in Summit Point, WV. Check out pcapotomac.org if interested.....

Welcome Alan , Nice looking teener !! You better be bringing it to the autox next month - looking forward to seeing the car.
Jim H

I will be there on the 3rd then back to the Boxster on the 10th.

I am the autocross chair for central pa region.