1st Generation Specific (1979-1985) 1979-1985 Discussion including performance modifications and technical support sections

my new love

Old Dec 16, 2003 | 09:14 PM
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Talking my new love

ok i love my fb, but........

the 1st $1300 can have it all!

i am in love with the porsche 914
i can buy one for 2000 or less

i have full intentions of going rotary power
i can buy an adaptor for the transaxle
for about 300 dollars


i love the nostalgic look and the
unintimidating lines of this car
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Old Dec 16, 2003 | 10:17 PM
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my uncle had one of those...they are fun to ride!
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Old Dec 16, 2003 | 11:25 PM
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What year, model, condition, etc. is your fb? I hope that you can quickly and easily convert that 914 to a rotary. Good luck!
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Old Dec 17, 2003 | 12:00 AM
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little *** cars i couldnt fit in a 911 my feet were to big!
couldnt imagine a 914
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Old Dec 17, 2003 | 12:19 AM
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I had a 914, what a POS. Iot handled like a dream but i like my 82' RX7 better. I had a twin turbo which i couldnt complain about, but they are made like crap. I had to replace the clutch bi yearly and it eats piston rings like a ****. Im 6'1" and cant fit in it anymore. my size 13 shoes were like shaq pedeling a tricycle; not good. Replace it with a rotary? That sound slike fun. Supercharged 13b? Heck ya!
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Old Dec 17, 2003 | 01:31 AM
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elvisjer, i didn't know they made rx7's as early as 1892! yours must be a rare classic lol just messing with u man
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Old Dec 17, 2003 | 05:41 AM
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Make sure you are looking at a solid 914. Many have rust under the battery box which is structural. I am sure there are 914 boards with what to look for when buying a 914.
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Old Dec 17, 2003 | 02:08 PM
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i am a paint and body tech, replacing a little structure here and there is like child's play.

but yes i want one i dont have to completely redo from the RUST up!!!!!!
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Old Dec 17, 2003 | 03:30 PM
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I, too, like that car, but always hated the way it sounded. Rotary powering it would be SWEET!
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Old Dec 17, 2003 | 08:56 PM
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There was a Porsche 944 for sale by the owner within 4 miles of where I live...

The price wasn't too bad... and the car was in excellent mint shape with low miles. I wanted it sooo bad but it was just out of my price range at the time.
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Old Dec 17, 2003 | 09:11 PM
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I crave 944s, but alas I am poor.

Goodluck with the new toy. heh
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