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Originally posted by rodgerd
If that's what I'm thinking of (the 914's little brother), it's worth a fuck of a lot more stock, and will likely appreciate in value kept that way.
If you're looking to butcher something, I'd suggest a more disposable car....
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No, the 914 was the kid sister of the 916. It's worth barely anything so butcher away if you have one!
The 912 was/is a very early 911.
Why a V8? Doesn't make any sense, and wouldn't sound right IMO. Why not consider fitting a proper, air-cooled flat 6? You could pick one up from, say, a (front-end wrecked) mid '80's 911 carrera. It should just slot in with no problems (a V8 WON'T!!), and with 230+ bhp your flyweight 912 would be an absolute hoot!
If you do this, you might wish to give serious consideration to upgrading the brakes aswell. The wheels, too, could be usefully wider. These cars bite (in the UK English sense of the phrase)! With that much power on standard rims you will slide, and with the engine at the back it could really be a handful if you're not accustomed to the sensation. If you are, however, and have balls of steel - like me, lol - then you could be in for a treat!
Good luck to you.