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I think the aesthetic definitely appeals to my inner teenager, I went for a spin in a mates 1300 a couple of days ago and loved it. Plus I haven’t done anything stupid and impulsive like this in years so I’m overdue. Appreciate the knowledge drop.
Edit: Stand down, the seller just messaged he’s sold it. I’ll keep saving for an oval window instead :’(
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First impressions are it looks to be a well put together/finished car that is also a bit of a Frankenbug. Personally i wouldn't be too concerned about things that can be easily unbolted/changed but agree with @lynx list, especially heater channels.
Couple other thoughts:
The spec if fairly confidence inspiring with some good quality parts. The exhaust, carbs and front suspension mods are all very agreeable. In general, original parts are best. It looks like tarty stuff has been kept to a minimum which is good cause a lot of it is crap. Don't be too impressed if there's a massive list of new parts. The quality varies massively so unless they can prove any new parts are original German quality i'd take it with a pinch of salt.
Dechroming is fairly standard for a Cal looker but the the mix of wings is a little odd IMO. You have early sloping wings and 71 correct tombstone rear lights. If you intend to keep the T bars then it's a non issue but if you want to run bumpers then it gives you a bit of a headache. Typically early wings = early blade bumpers and later wings = later euro bumpers. The bumper brackets are also different. FYI yours has slots front and rear for late model brackets and bumpers.
944 seats look great in a bug and are very comfortable but the base is significantly longer then the og seats and can make getting in out a little tricky. After you've setup the seating position for a test drive practise getting in and out of the car a few times. Also try sitting in the back with your seat in the correct for you position.
It's low. Narrow beam with dropped spindles is the way to go at the front but the rear is a little compromised. Make sure you drive it on some normal roads and find a speed bump or two.
Unless someone has made a new better quality kit more recently one piece glass leaks and is noisy. First job i would do is swap back to original quarter light configuration. Better all round and will suit the car.
Last thing, late model to early Cal look conversions are not uncommon but AFAIK have been out of fashion for quite some time and will be reflected in the desirability. Like all custom cars the money spent should never reflect the asking price as it's deeply personal and you might find that if you want to shift it the market may be fairly narrow. Good luck.