What would you pay for this 914? Options

[Cuda911]

New poster here, but far from new in terms of reading the forums on this site. I am an avid participant on Rennlist, and the Rennie guys highly recommend the 914world folks. Isn't this great? Our love of Porsches overshadows any competition between web sites. I have an '03 911 (ok a 996), and an "07 Cayman. But, I have a big time 914 itch that needs scratching. I need to add a 914 to the stable.

OK, guys, some armchair quarterbacking requested.

This weekend, I read EVERY thread on the 914 forum here. I have my 914 requirements narrowed down to the following: 1973 2.0, or 1974 2.0 with appearance group. Any color except black.

With that said, it narrows down even more the slim field of cars on the market.

So, I have a car I am considering... 1973 2.0 .... it meets the criteria, but is in worse shape than I had hoped for. I didn't really want a "project" car, but maybe that's the best way to go to end up with what I want.

A friend (fellow Rennie CP.... THANKS CP!!!!!!!) looked at the car for me today (it's about a six hour drive from me). The seller arranged to leave the keys for CP. Alas, seller also neglected to tell CP that he took the battery out recently and forgot to re-install it.

So, I am working with limited information so far. Seller says car is in good running condition. I'll get that verified. So, ASSUMING the car runs, what do you think of it based on these photos?

You will note items like that goofy antenna, crappy side-view mirror, wing, etc. Those are minor fixes. Also, that doesn't look like a 1973 front bumper to me.

What would you think is a fair price for this car, based on the pix?

Per seller:

"Battery tray is not great but suspension member is solid as is body under the battery tray. Surface rust on edge of trunk lid and driver a pillar."

"I bought the car from an older couple who spent a ton of money on new clutch, tires and other stuff then just let it sit. I got it, got it running and here we are. Odometer says 23,xxx but it's a 5 digit odometer. Engine runs strong, no idea on mileage. Has stock fuel injection."

"New clutch, ignition coil, tires, fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator"

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[Big Len]

First, it has 75-76 front clip with earlier rear bumper.

How much?

[Cuda911]

First, it has 75-76 front clip with earlier rear bumper.

How much?

He's asking $4,500 OBO.

[Cuda911]

A few more pix.

[Porschef]

Uh, no. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/barf.gif) Keep looking. How many cars have you looked at?

You're in So Cal, probably there's a couple more around for sale... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/slap.gif)

[Mikey914]

I think you can do better. There are alot of gremlins hiding in this one. The rust you see is allways the tip of the iceburg.

[Cuda911]

Thanks for the replies. My thoughts are this: Offer 4K, spend 6 to 7 K to restore to "reasonable" condition, then have a fun car I can drive for 5 or 10 years, with the expected ongoing maintenance.

Re: "How many cars have you looked at?" Probably 100 or so on the Net, about 5 in person.

[bulitt]

You read the replies but are blinded by the overwhelming desire to own a 914.
California is the land of really decent 914's. You can do better. You can do better.
Probably closer to 5k for bodywork, and a long time in the shop getting it done. Then paint $$$. Brakes, Interior, New rubber seals...$$$
You
Can
Do
Better.
IMHO

[ripper911]

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) much better cars for 5k out there. I'd be turned of by the mismatched front and rear, it must have been damaged.

[hot_shoe914]

For $4500, you will only be over paying by $4000 in my opinion. Buy a nice car you can drive now for more money. You will be glad you did!

[mepstein]

I bet it's been hit and it's very rusty. Just my opinion. Good luck with the search.

[carr914]

$1500

[914itis]

Here is a good one from someone you can trust.

1974 2.0 silver

[mepstein]

Here is a good one from someone you can trust.

1974 2.0 silver

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I like that car. But I think the price is a bit high unless the rust is minimal.

[Java2570]

Pass on that red car....too much wrong with it and if you think you'll only spend
$5-7 on repair, it'll actually be 2 or 3x that cost. I'd start looking at cars that
are in better shape at the start, unless you really want a project. Up your budget
for purchase price and you'll come out ahead. And since you're in CA, one of our
CA members can help with looking at cars with you.

[Cairo94507]

You should pass on that unless you really want a project car and can buy it for $1,000. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welcome.png)

[carr914]

Here is a good one from someone you can trust.

1974 2.0 silver

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I like that car. But I think the price is a bit high unless the rust is minimal.

I disagree, I think the car is under-priced and Rory has been around & knows his 914s

[914itis]

Here is a good one from someone you can trust.

1974 2.0 silver

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I like that car. But I think the price is a bit high unless the rust is minimal.

I disagree, I think the car is under-priced and Rory has been around & knows his 914s

All the leg works has been done to this car, he went over it and do all that needed attention priceless . I would buy any car from him with my eyes closed.
He is been around 914 for years, he knows them well and honest.

[brant]

You have to pull the rockers before you buy a car. And don't bother with this one it's rust is already visible

I would seriously consider any year without rust over a car with rust

[KELTY360]

$1500

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Have you read any of the threads where somebody gets a good deal on a car with 'only a little rust' and discovers a money pit hiding under oxidized paint? Good luck.