1974 | Porsche 914/4 1.8
1974 Porsche 914
1974 Porsche 914
1974 Porsche 914
Description
Lot details
Year: 1974
Make: Porsche
Model: 914
Registration: RPK 265M
Chassis No: 4742909746
Engine No: tba
Mileage: 43,282
(a): Restoration project
(b): 1.8 litre example
By the late 1960s, both Volkswagen and Porsche were in need of new models; Porsche was looking for a replacement for their entry level 912, and Volkswagen wanted a new range topping sports coupe to replace the Volkswagen Type 34 Karmann Ghia coupe. Volkswagen needed to contract out one last project for Porsche to fulfil and decided to make the 914 that project. Ferdinand Piëch, who was head of research and development at Porsche, was put in charge of it. On March 1, 1968, the first 914 prototype was presented and production was ended in 1976. All engines were placed amidships in front of a version of the 1969 911's '901' gearbox and for 1974, the 1.7 L engine was replaced by an 85bhp, 1.8 litre.
This 1.8 litre example of the 914 we believe was initially delivered to Vermont in the US but in 1991 was imported to the UK. Photos from the 90's and invoices in the history file shows that the car was restored and continuously MoT'd until 2000 as found in the history file. It has of late been stored under a tarpaulin but has suffered from the exposure to the weather. It is currently a non-running project that will require full restoration but could be a great project for any 914 enthusiast. Consigned by Mathew Priddy
Guide Price £2,000-£3,000
Vehicle details
Vehicle data
- Make
- Porsche
- Model series
- 914
- Model name
- 914/4 1.8
- First registration date
- Not provided
- Year of manufacture
- 1974
- Mileage (read)
- 43,282 mls
- Chassis number
- Not provided
- Engine number
- Not provided
- Gearbox number
- Not provided
- Matching numbers
- Not provided
- Number of owners
- Not provided
Technical details
- Body style
- Convertible (Targa)
- Power (kW/hp)
- 63/85
- Cubic capacity (cm³)
- 1795
- Cylinders
- 4
- Doors
- 2
- Steering
- Not specified
- Gearbox
- Manual
- Gears
- Not provided
- Transmission
- Rear
- Front brakes
- Disc
- Rear brakes
- Not provided
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Individual configuration
- Exterior color
- Others
- Manufacturer color name
- -
- Interior color
- Others
- Interior material
- Others
Condition, registration & documentation
- Has Report
- Condition
- Book inspection report
- Registered
- Ready to drive
Location
Historics Auctioneers
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Thorney Business Park, Thorney Lane North -
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🇬🇧 United Kingdom