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Jun 30, 2024  •  For Sale  •  13 Comments

Rebuilt Engine and No Rust: 1975 Porsche 914 1.8

As we are all well aware, the Porsche 914 was born under a heavy thundercloud of controversy.  Maligned as not being a true Porsche due to its Volkswagen engine and some of its parts, the purists derided the car… more»

Jun 15, 2024  •  For Sale  •  13 Comments

Running And Cheap: 1975 Porsche 914

Locating a solid Porsche 914 reasonably priced is about as easy to find as an honest politician.  While the basic design of these revolutionary cars was fantastic for its time, some spots on these cars are prone to rusting… more»

Dec 30, 2023  •  For Sale  •  22 Comments

Rust Strikes Again: 1975 Porsche 914 1.8

As many regular readers are aware, Porsche 914s are a favorite of more than a few of our staff writers.  Seeing a 914 in the cue of available stories starts a scramble.  When this one popped up, resplendent in… more»

Jan 29, 2023  •  For Sale  •  19 Comments

Last of the Breed: 1976 Porsche 914 2.0

In 1970, Porsche debuted a mid-engined road car that was wildly revolutionary.  Unfortunately, lukewarm styling and a pedestrian powerplant provided by partner Volkswagen threw a wet blanket on sales.  When the 914 finally went out of production, it had… more»

Oct 14, 2022  •  For Sale  •  4 Comments

Rare Bumblebee: 1974 Porsche 914 Can Am Limited Edition

The rising tide that has lifted vintage Porsche prices into the stratosphere has had a large effect on the Porsche 914 market.  These once maligned little sports cars are now fetching real money for good examples.  That is, if… more»

Jun 23, 2022  •  For Sale  •  11 Comments

Air Cooled Project: 1974 Porsche 914 2.0

It was the late 1960s. Volkswagen’s Karmann Ghia had had a long and satisfying run but was out of date, and Porsche wanted to replace its entry-level 912. The entwined history of Porsche and Volkswagen goes back a long… more»

Jun 5, 2022  •  For Sale  •  16 Comments

AMC, Ford, or Porsche: Take Your Pick Trio

When you find multiple cars on the same property owned by one party, they usually have something in common. In the case here, the seller has three autos laying around on the side of his house from three different… more»

Jun 25, 2021  •  For Sale  •  8 Comments

Targa Top: 1972 Porsche 914

The Porsche 914 was introduced as the result of a joint venture between Porsche and Volkswagen, and has a mid-engine layout that both companies thought had potential for future models. This 1972 example is currently for sale in Crestview,… more»

Apr 18, 2021  •  For Sale  •  26 Comments

Three Owner: 1972 Porsche 914

The 914 was a joint venture between Porsche and Volkswagen, after both were looking for a new mid-engined sports car to replace the rear-engined entry-level Porsche 912 and rear-engined range-topping Volkswagen Karmann Ghia. Hitting two birds with one stone,… more»

Jul 30, 2020  •  For Sale  •  9 Comments

Chalon Bodied 1970 Porsche 914-6

When the Porsche 914 debuted in 1969 it was a vast departure from anything Porsche. The unique styling and mid-engine drive train got the attention of many. The 914 has an interesting history starting as a joint venture between… more»

Sep 12, 2019  •  Classifieds  •  9 Comments

Mid-Engine Fun: 1974 Porsche 914 Project

With Porsche 356 and 911 prices holding steady, it looks like the interest in air-cooled P-Cars is starting shift away from the more expensive cars down to the affordable and fun 914. To be honest, I’m surprised it didn’t… more»

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