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[rockhound72]

I just found a 914, I think it was a '71, the guy wants $1900 OBO. First I laughed loudly since my toofah was $1500. Secondly ALL the car needs redone. All exterior rubber, paint, has no bumpers, door handles, dash in bad shape. Basically a major re-do. are these 1.8L cars worth it? I thought it would make an awesome roadster with the right engine. My own little Porsche/ Cobra. The seats looked good at least. I figured $300 tops. I have seen restored models go for up to $20,000. What is the pro opinion out there? If anyone is interested, I will get pics 4 u. It is in Little Rock, Ar.

[nickthompson]

The amount of rust and where the rust is at is an important factor to consider in the purchase of a 914. Do a little internet research and your find where to look.

[ideola]

I think it really depends on your capabilities and how much work you want to do. For someone with the time, money and energy to do a full resto, it might be a decent deal. But if you have any financial constraints, walk away. It's not an investment, and you will NOT make money on it.
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[Rasta Monsta]

The body is by far the most important thing when looking for a 914. Rusty rockers, corrosion under the battery.
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[MikesCoupeGT]

If this is a 1971, then it is either a 2.0 liter or 1.7. The early 1.7 litre engines had more hp than the later 1.8 and breathed easier than the later cars due to smog addons. That being said, make sure that the body, and rockers (in and out) are in good shape.

When I restored my 914 I had to replace the inner and outer rocker panels. Not a fun job and they need to be solid, because that takes the stress when the roof is not on!

For 1900 I might walk away. If it is solid in the rockers and the battery tray is not falling off, check the rear suspension pickup points.

The 914 is a go-cart, they handle really well and are a great car to drive. Just be sure, much like the 924 to check it all over.

Just my two cents.
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MikesCoupeGT
'76 924
'83 944
''19 Elantra GT N-Line

[Grenadiers]

Even down here in rust-free Arizona, the cars listed as rust free command a high dollar. Your decision rests on whether you want to add a different platform to what you already have. I have a similar situation, as do others. I have both a sickness for the 924 and my air-cooled 911. I'd add a rust free 914 to the mix, down here only, if I was done working on the other two, three, four, etc. So, do you really want to add to your fleet with a different kind of car with different attributes and associated problems? The 914, has it's own community, forums, parts sources, etc., than the 924. The eye of the beholder can fool you.
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