Hi all,
I have spend some time here in the classified section over the last couple of weeks, actually tried to buy a car from at least two forum members. In the process I learned a lot about these funny Volkswagen Porsche cars. First of all that most cars have serious rust problems and that the nice cars are increasing in value. I also discovered that the 914 community is extremely friendly and always ready to help.
Couple of days ago I found a perfect 914 with a local Porsche specialist. At first I didn't like Olympic Blue color in the photos but when I could see the actual car I fell in love. The car was originally sold in California and has seen two owners before the car was imported to The Netherlands in 2012. That makes me the fourth owner. The car came with full history, a large binder with bills and other documentation basically since 1973!!
My first challenge was to bring the car home because it was raining heavily that day, and I know of the first rule when it comes to owning a 914. Next challenge was to put it in 1st and not in reverse, but the drive home with my son next to me was an awesome experience. We even took the top of for the last few miles.
My plans are:
- Use the car in classic car rallies (navigation and regularity challenges)
- Fix the windshield wiper switch
- Find out why white smoke entered the cabin through the left side vent at one time
- Have the valences sprayed in matte black
- Investigate the roll bar sides, some say the missing vinyl is original, others say the vinyl is missing
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