[kellzey]

For about $5K to $7.5K, I would look for a 1973 or 1974 2.0L with original fuel injection. You can get a real cherry car in this price range. T

he 2.0L are the most desirable and the 1973 and later cars had the better shifting tranny. Most sloppy tranny's can be improved with new shifter bushings which aren't that expensive and are relatively easy to install.

Fuel injection is reliable and efficient if properly maintained. There is lots of help on this board to make yours run right.

I'd avoid carbs unless you like to adjust them often, but they can produce more power, especially if you have a hotter cam in the motor.

Rust is your main enemy for 914s. Especially around the battery tray and suspension points underneath.

Look for a car in California or Arizona. They tend to be the least rusty specimens.

Check out the classified on this site or 914club.com or in the Recycler.

Have someone who knows 914 go with you. I'm sure there are some listers here on the board that can help you out.

Good luck!