So I went this weekend to check out the 914......
If you close your eyes for a bit......... you cant tell that it's rusty.
As for exterior and rocker panels, its in pretty good rust free shape.
Rear trunk doesnt lock
Some rust in the engine bay and fire wall, no rust on the "hell hole"/battery area
ALL seals need to be replaced: doors, windows, back glass.
Inside footboards have rust. No carpet. Seats ok, but need redone
Dash board and center console in great shape. All knobs and guages in good shape.
As for the the front truck, there's rust inside front lower portion of it.
Both bumpers are starting to rust, but fixable.
Since the car doesn't have a battery, I couldnt check the electronics. Seller claims that the 1.7 carb engines doesnt turn, but he hasn't spent anytime troubleshooting it.
So I'm looking for some advise.
Should I walk away or go for the challenge. I don't mind a small challenge/project but I don't want to turn into a money pit. We've agreed on $750 as is with a spare 2.0 lt engine and tranny. Ive done a little research and it turns out the injectors for the 1.7 and 2.0 are no longer available. So what I would like to know is; Can a 1.7 lt carb system bolt on to a 2.0 system.