Buying a 914.

Kevsporsche944 · 10-18-2009, 08:08 PM

I'm going to go look at this car
The only thing is he sold the Fuchs rims off of it.

What do you guys think of the car?
What do you think a good price is for it.
It's a 1976 Posrche 914, with a 1.7 liter, 5 speed
107k miles
Some rust in the drivers floor and pass floor behind seat, Suspension mounting points are fine.

When I go and look at this car what should I look and listen for?
Can someone tell mw about the front and rear bumpers, the are different than most 914's

Kevsporsche944 · 10-18-2009, 08:30 PM

Here ar the pics

jim dorociak · 10-18-2009, 09:22 PM

Those are the crash bumpers that came out in 75 and were also on the 76 which is the last year of the 914. It is possible to back date the bumpers, which many people do. Rust is hard to deal with no matter which year you are looking at. It all adds up quickly when you are the guy doing the projects or paying for them. Most will tell you to get the best example of the 914 you can afford. Jim

racer · 10-20-2009, 07:32 PM

Interior door panels don't look right. They look "smooth" vs the basketweave later cars came with.
The extra "tits" on the front bumper were required for California and MD.. Could have been optioned on other states..

passenger door handle "bottom" is missing. Should look like a solid (non-opening pocket)

Aftermarket rocker panels (raised porsche lettering) be sure to check jackports and longitudinals

Black was not a very popular original 914 color by 75-76. I'd look for signs of a repaint.
A 1.7 is not original for a '76. 76 came only with a 2.0l

I assume the dash is cracked under that carpet cover?

Check all the seals (trunks, roof, windows) as some of these can be hard to replace, but importantly, they like to trap moisture. Check trunk panels for rust.

Rust at the back of the floor would make me look harder near by for more.

How was the battery tray and "hellhole" underneath?

skl · 10-20-2009, 11:16 PM

From the looks of the door panel on the pass. side and the aftermarket rockers, I'd probably run from that one, but then I'm partial to the pre- 75 bumpers. The rear springs look soft too, a common ailment. At least the door jam isn't rusted through on the bottom, or at least where you can see it...

Van · 10-21-2009, 12:44 AM

I vote for: rustier underneath than you think.

cal44 · 10-21-2009, 09:57 PM

I'm scared just looking at the picture

Jay Gratton · 10-22-2009, 09:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Van

I vote for: rustier underneath than you think.

+1! I can't really give you a good idea of what I think unless I know how much he is asking. If he is asking cheap money it might not be a bad buy, but if he is looking for a decent chunk of $$ I would pass.

Eric in Dallas · 10-28-2009, 08:36 PM

Come look at my 914 in University Park and I'll go over the things to look for with you.

Eric

Jay Gratton · 11-03-2009, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric in Dallas

Come look at my 914 in University Park and I'll go over the things to look for with you.

Eric

Nice offer, take it!

Eric in Dallas · 11-03-2009, 12:42 PM

you can contact me at:

junkmail2003 - at- swbell.net

Kevsporsche944 · 11-05-2009, 01:42 AM

Id love to meet sometime. I'm not going to take the car. but would love to see yours and learn something. I'd like to start a dfw area porsche group. eat, road trips and things of that nature

10-18-2009, 08:08 PM	#1
Kevsporsche944 User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dallas / Fort Worth Posts: 156	Buying a 914. I'm going to go look at this car The only thing is he sold the Fuchs rims off of it. What do you guys think of the car? What do you think a good price is for it. It's a 1976 Posrche 914, with a 1.7 liter, 5 speed 107k miles Some rust in the drivers floor and pass floor behind seat, Suspension mounting points are fine. When I go and look at this car what should I look and listen for? Can someone tell mw about the front and rear bumpers, the are different than most 914's Last edited by Kevsporsche944; 10-18-2009 at 08:58 PM.

10-18-2009, 08:30 PM	#2
Kevsporsche944 User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dallas / Fort Worth Posts: 156	Here ar the pics Last edited by Kevsporsche944; 10-24-2009 at 04:55 AM.

10-20-2009, 07:32 PM	#4
racer Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,245	Interior door panels don't look right. They look "smooth" vs the basketweave later cars came with. The extra "tits" on the front bumper were required for California and MD.. Could have been optioned on other states.. passenger door handle "bottom" is missing. Should look like a solid (non-opening pocket) Aftermarket rocker panels (raised porsche lettering) be sure to check jackports and longitudinals Black was not a very popular original 914 color by 75-76. I'd look for signs of a repaint. A 1.7 is not original for a '76. 76 came only with a 2.0l I assume the dash is cracked under that carpet cover? Check all the seals (trunks, roof, windows) as some of these can be hard to replace, but importantly, they like to trap moisture. Check trunk panels for rust. Rust at the back of the floor would make me look harder near by for more. How was the battery tray and "hellhole" underneath? __________________ 1987 944 Past 2000 Boxster 1978 Euro SC Coupe 1976 914 2.0 1970 914 w/ 2056

10-20-2009, 11:16 PM	#5
skl Mark Webber's new agent Rennlist Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Iowa Posts: 2,950	From the looks of the door panel on the pass. side and the aftermarket rockers, I'd probably run from that one, but then I'm partial to the pre- 75 bumpers. The rear springs look soft too, a common ailment. At least the door jam isn't rusted through on the bottom, or at least where you can see it... __________________ 1971 914- original owner 1973 914 2.0 2008 F250 PSD 2003 Mini Cooper S 2006 A8 sport SWB 2008 M3 convertible 2008 Ducati GT 1000 SRF #623 racecar 1996 Miata race car (Gulf blue/orange of course) PCA member since 1971 gone 2004 Cayenne S 2004 GT3 1971 914-6 1965 356 cab 1984 944 1990 964 1995 993 coupe 1995 993 cab

10-21-2009, 09:57 PM	#7
cal44 Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 670	I'm scared just looking at the picture __________________ Sports.... Opiate of Fools

10-18-2009, 09:22 PM	#3
jim dorociak Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Newbury Park, CA Posts: 504	Those are the crash bumpers that came out in 75 and were also on the 76 which is the last year of the 914. It is possible to back date the bumpers, which many people do. Rust is hard to deal with no matter which year you are looking at. It all adds up quickly when you are the guy doing the projects or paying for them. Most will tell you to get the best example of the 914 you can afford. Jim

10-21-2009, 12:44 AM	#6
Van Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Woodstock, NY Posts: 4,530	I vote for: rustier underneath than you think.

10-28-2009, 08:36 PM	#9
Eric in Dallas User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Dallas Posts: 9	Come look at my 914 in University Park and I'll go over the things to look for with you. Eric

11-03-2009, 12:42 PM	#11
Eric in Dallas User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Dallas Posts: 9	you can contact me at: junkmail2003 - at- swbell.net

11-05-2009, 01:42 AM	#12
Kevsporsche944 User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Dallas / Fort Worth Posts: 156	Id love to meet sometime. I'm not going to take the car. but would love to see yours and learn something. I'd like to start a dfw area porsche group. eat, road trips and things of that nature