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Rob

the 914 has a strut from suspension.
which I dont think can be used on a bug too easily.

It does have 4 wheel disc brakes with the same bolt pattern as a bug if you want to keep the stock pattern I would say go for it.
If you planning on running modern Porsche rims, dont bother with the 914 brakes then.

Also if it is a 2.0 car, it should have the big 3 guages, plus the center console with 3 small guages too. (which all can be used in a bug)

You can also use the tranny too. you have to modify it though for rear engine configuration vs the 914 mid engine config.

I would probably buy the whole car if it is in decent shape.
914's are getting hard to come by and it is probably worth some money even without the motor (you can make back some of your losses)