Highlights
- Classic Canary Yellow paintwork in good order following respray
- Early 914/4 retaining original factory features
- Correct 1.7L flat four engine with 5spd gearbox
- Attractive and well kept car ready for European touring
The Appeal
The 914 was Porsche’s first foray into extending its model range. The VW-Porsche badging confused buyers and, for many years, disguised what enthusiasts now recognise as one of the firm’s 1970s gems. Distinctive styling, balanced mid-engined handling and just enough power to deliver real-world fun means that a good 914 makes a interesting alternative to more common two-seat rivals from Italy and the UK.
This 914/4 is an early example that retains the correct early bumpers and headlight design. It is fitted with the VW-sourced flat four 1.7L 79bhp engine and a 5spd gearbox. Painted in stand-out Canary Yellow following a respray, it features touring event roundels and decals that add a further touch of character.
The 914 is true to Ferdinand Porsche’s original engineering principles of light, nimble cars with just enough power. This early example looks entertaining.
History and Paperwork
- First registered in 1970
- VIN number 2903746
- First series car with early 914 features including bumpers
- Showing 8,999km on VDO odometer which is not verified
The Condition
- Canary Yellow paintwork that appears to be in good order
- Car appears to have been repainted at some point
- Paintwork shows few signs of age as shown in photos
- Door roundels in white and decals to B pillar as shown
- Bodywork in good order with area of deterioration to driver’s side rear wing
- Sits on period-correct BWA 14in alloy wheels that appear to have been refurbished
- Alloy wheels in good order and supplied with matching spare
- Fitted with matching Hankook tyres showing good tread
- Original and factory-correct interior with high back black bucket seats
- Original four-spoke wheel showing some light wear
- Wooden gear knob also showing some wear
- Fitted with period correct radio
- Black carpets present well through cabin and boot areas
- Black crackle-finish Targa roof in fair condition with some marks to note
The Mechanics
- 1,678cc 4cyl VW flat four 79bhp engine
- 5spd manual gearbox
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