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Porsche 914 1. 7 – 1970 The 1970 Porsche 914 1. 7 marked a bold new chapter in the brand’s history, born from a collaboration between Porsche and Volkswagen to create a sports car that was accessible, modern, and practical. Unlike any other Porsche of its time, the 914 featured sharp-edged styling, pop-up headlights, and an innovative Targa body design with a removable hardtop that could be stowed in the rear trunk.
Its mid-engine layout offered remarkable dynamic balance and near-perfect weight distribution—rare qualities in a sports car of its class. This version was equipped with a 1. 7-liter air-cooled flat-four engine from Volkswagen’s Type 4 series, delivering 80 DIN horsepower from 1, 679 cm³. Paired with a five-speed manual gearbox and four-wheel disc brakes, the 914 1. 7 could reach a top speed of around 177 km/ h and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/ h in approximately 13 seconds.
While its performance was more modest compared to the 911, the 914’s road behavior was surprisingly sharp: direct steering, fully independent suspension, and the mid-engine configuration made it agile and stable, especially on winding roads. Inside, the cabin was functional and sporty, with two individual seats, simple yet comfortable upholstery, and a clear instrument panel dominated by a Porsche-style tachometer. Ergonomics were solid, and the car offered a rare practical advantage for a sports car—two luggage compartments, front and rear, enhancing its usability for everyday driving.
Priced significantly lower than the 911, the 914 1. 7 quickly became the most popular model in the 914 family. Though often referred to in Europe as the “VW-Porsche,” it was sold exclusively as a Porsche in the United States, helping the brand expand its customer base in the world’s largest sports car market.
Today, the 1970 Porsche 914 1. 7 is appreciated as a genuine classic, embodying Porsche’s daring vision to offer something different: affordable, agile, and innovative, with a driving experience that still delights thanks to its lightness and balance.
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