What's a proper budget for a 914 in decent shape, keep looking or move on? Options

[914lover17]

Really struggling with my 914 search, the 4 available in Canada aren't cutting it - either hunks of junk or way overpriced according to enthusiasts on here.

I've posted a couple I was interested in long distance/US but they we're shot down pretty quick (for valid reasons).

What's a realistic budget for a good condition 914? Something with little rust and fairly original that can easily be kept up and restored as I go.

I'm starting to think I missed the boat, and being in Canada is making it even tougher. Is this a realistic search or should I move on?

I was hoping to pay 25-35k CDN total (over time), but looks like 40k is the going rate to get into something decent here nowadays. or spend around 2-5k USD extra to get something back home across the border.

Anyone have experience shopping for a 914 in Canada (recently)? 2000 911's are cheaper and readily available. Not like I want one, just feels weird.

Are rolling projects suitable for someone with little experience? I have some help, time, and money alloted and am more than willing to learn but it's pretty scary given I can barely recognize a good car that's complete let alone try and judge a car in boxes.

[mepstein]

This would be my pick for sale under $20k.
Very nice car. Seller is a great guy and World member.

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=353440

[914lover17]

This would be my pick for sale under $20k.
Very nice car. Seller is a great guy and World member.

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=353440

I've seen that one, I really like the body work he did - I don' know much, but it looks like he did some quality work you wanna see.

I'm not exactly a "local buyer" though haha

I just watched a 74 914 2.0 go for almost 24k on BAT with some signs of collision damage, alignment issues, at least 4 owners and mismatched vins with the wrong one (9 digits) on the title.

Are there any differences besides the bumpers which he already backdated between 74's and 76's?

[mepstein]

This would be my pick for sale under $20k.
Very nice car. Seller is a great guy and World member.

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=353440

I've seen that one, I really like the body work he did - I don' know much, but it looks like he did some quality work you wanna see.

I'm not exactly a "local buyer" though haha

I just watched a 74 914 2.0 go for almost 24k on BAT with some signs of collision damage, alignment issues, at least 4 owners and mismatched vins with the wrong one (9 digits) on the title.

Are there any differences besides the bumpers which he already backdated between 74's and 76's?

I would travel to the car. The seller isn’t some pie in the sky Craigslist seller. His terms might be off putting to some buyers but that might work in your favor. I’ve learned to be more discriminating when I sell because it attracts less buyers but oftentimes better ones. If you like the car, call him up and speak to him. - just my suggestion, I have no skin in the game. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

[KELTY360]

This would be my pick for sale under $20k.
Very nice car. Seller is a great guy and World member.

http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=353440

I've seen that one, I really like the body work he did - I don' know much, but it looks like he did some quality work you wanna see.

I'm not exactly a "local buyer" though haha

I just watched a 74 914 2.0 go for almost 24k on BAT with some signs of collision damage, alignment issues, at least 4 owners and mismatched vins with the wrong one (9 digits) on the title.

Are there any differences besides the bumpers which he already backdated between 74's and 76's?

I would travel to the car. The seller isn’t some pie in the sky Craigslist seller. His terms might be off putting to some buyers but that might work in your favor. I’ve learned to be more discriminating when I sell because it attracts less buyers but oftentimes better ones. If you like the car, call him up and speak to him. - just my suggestion, I have no skin in the game. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I’ve bought a 914, two VW Weastfalias and a ‘54 Mercury long distance. It’s just as important to feel comfortable with the seller as the car. If you like the car, spend time talking to the seller; ask questions: how long owned, how was it used, what repairs, who did repairs, why selling, what payment accepted, etc.

If there are other people on the forum familiar with the car, talk to them. Don’t hesitate to get a ppi. A long distance purchase can be a great experience. Consider the trip part of the cost of the car. Good luck.