OK, so we have a 2.0 engine from a '76, and may put it in our yellow '74 1.8 (for the extra, what, 20hp?)....would this be a wise decision? The 914 is very original, but in no way a concours car...the only "mods" may be the koni's...

now, would putting this engine in this car heavily devalue it? I am against it, but my dad insists...

any input would be greatly appreciated, thanks

Value? what value?

If you're thinking about selling it... sure, someone might say it has the "wrong" engine. However, if you plan on keeping it... why not go for the bigger engine? Just get rid of any additional smog crap you don't need.

Personally, I have no problem with an "unoriginal" engine in a mostly stock car. There's a HUGE difference between a concourse car and a daily driver, and a stock car. Unless you plan to go to an originality contest... do what makes the most sense.

Jon,
To answer your question, check out the green '71 on ebay right now with a 2.0 '76 engine. It also has the '76 tranny and the '76 tan interior. The car is a gem! Watch where this price goes. Imagine if it just had a 1.7 with tail shifter and standard '71 interior. This car won 1st place at this years Zone 1 event in Newport. This baby is ready to drive anywhere. Turn key and smile.
Don

so, the 2.0 would be more desirable?

yes!!

I sold my 1.8. If it had a 2.0 I would still have it.

Swapping to a 2.0 isn't a bad thing. You can always sell the car with the original engine when you are ready. Good experience on understanding these cars. Your decision.
Don

just wanted some support. the engine swap is still a ways off....maybe winter....so, should the car be labeled as such (2.0)?

gotta put some serious time into cleaning/detailing this engine

in your dreams ...

the '76 2.0L was the least powerful of the 2.0L, and that was when they were new. now after god knows how many miles, don't expect too much "improvement" over your 1.8L ...

Andy

If your wife had bigger boobs and a smaller butt, would you leave her?

Replace a tired 1.8 with a tired 2.0. Your still ahead of the game with more HP.

I have a 1.7 and 2.0. Put the 2.0 in. 20HP more when talking about 93 HP total is more than 20% increase in power. I vote to do it.

Spoke