An exceptionally well documented, preserved, and correct two-owner example from new.

SPECIFICATIONS

Manufacturer: Porsche AG Stuttgart

Origin: Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Production: 115,000

Motor: Porsche 4-cyl., fuel-injected

Displacement: 1,971 cc

Power: 84 hp

Length: 13 ft. 1 in.

Identification No. 4762901469

The Porsche 914 was introduced at the Frankfurt Auto Show in 1969, with a price tag ranging from $3,015 to $4,775 USD; however, by the time the new model hit stateside, the price jumped by almost $1,000 for both models. From 1966 to 1976, Porsche built in excess of 115,000 914s, which was an impressive number given the car’s unique appearance and character. The 914 was extraordinarily smooth looking in its appearance, and its roomy interior allowed comfortable seating for two adults with few restrictions. It was designed to have ample storage room and did so by utilizing both the front and rear decks of the car. The 914’s powerplant proved more than adequate to most buyers, as the car’s light chassis and body allowed for impressive acceleration and very impressive road handling.

The example offered here is a rare 2.0 liter example that was acquired from its original owner, who has been a member of the Porsche Club of America for the last 43 years. It is original and unmodified with just 43,615 original miles on the odometer, and it wears its original Malaga Red with the original vibrant black and red plaid seats. So enthusiastic and fanatical was the owner about proper maintenance of his 914 that it has no rust, sun damage, or dings. It includes its original and correct factory options, including the Blaupunkt AM/FM radio; the Performance Group, which includes the Fuchs forged alloy wheels; and the Appearance Group, which includes various leather accoutrements.

All of these items are detailed on the accompanying original invoice from Porsche Audi North, of Dublin, Ohio, which shows a total purchase price of $8,250—quite a princely sum for the time. In fact, the car comes complete with all of its original registration information and service bills from day one. Other original items include the original Dura-Coat Rustproof Guarantee issued to original owner Penson Blake and even the original cardboard temporary license plate, which was issued for March to April of 1976. Close inspection of this Porsche will attest to the honesty of its preservation, down to the Fuchs wheels, which remain undamaged, leaving this as one of the best, original, untouched 914s in existence.