Original-Owner 1975 Porsche 914 1.8

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The very first Porsche in 1948 was a mid-engine sports car and in 1969 the company introduced an entry-level successor in the same configuration dubbed the 914. By the late 1960s, inflation and currency issues had forced Porsche so far up market (above the magic $10,000 mark for a highly optioned 911 S) that they saw the need for a new four-cylinder entry-level car. The answer was a highly successful collaboration with Volkswagen and Karosserie Karmann.

This 1975 914 1.8 has had the same owner from new who purchased it from Travale Porsche-Audi in Stockton, California on 21 January 1975. Originally Forest Green (now resprayed Mason Green) with a matching interior, powered by the 95 horsepower 1.8-liter flat four, its superb handling and fine brakes make it easy to see how one owner could cherish it for so long. While always garaged, years of ownership in Nevada’s dry climate have helped preserve its mostly original condition. Displaying the lovely patina of driving enjoyment, this one owner Porsche 914 is ready to start a new chapter.

Highlights

• Original owner 1975 Porsche 914 1.8

• 1,795 cc flat-four engine producing 95 horsepower at 4,900 rpm

• Five-speed manual transmission

• Converted from fuel injection to EMPI HPMX carburetors

• Resprayed DuPont IFA Mason Green

• The chassis number (4752903794) decodes as:

  • 475 29 – 1975 914

  • 03794 – Serial number

• The Karmann body number (4249122) decodes as:

  • 42 – 42nd week

  • 4 ­– Thursday

  • 9 – Karosserie Karmann

  • 122 – 122nd car built that day

• Offered with 28,522 miles showing; however, the odometer had been replaced in 1999 at 85,000 miles. As a result, the true mileage is unknown

Features

• The engine was rebuilt by noted Porsche specialist Carl’s Place, Las Vegas, Nevada, in 1999

• Seat upholstery replaced in 2023

• Maintenance includes:

• New clutch

• New shift bushings

• New pushrod seals

• New valve cover gaskets

• Aftermarket Pioneer AM/FM/CD radio

• Removable targa top roof

• Factory tinted glass

• Front and rear storage compartments

• Aftermarket Pioneer AM/FM/CD radio

• Four-wheel disc brakes

Known Imperfections

• A rear window leak years ago caused an area of rust underneath in passenger rear wheel well

• Small oil leak from gearbox shift shaft seal (parts included)

• Minor paint blemishes

Included

• Replacement shifter shaft seals

• Porsche 914 Owner’s Manual

• Assorted Porsche 914 service manuals

• Factory jack

Ownership History

This 1975 Porsche 914 1.8 was purchased from Travale Porsche-Audi in Stockton, California, on 21 January 1975. Later that year it drove across the Bonneville Salt Flats, then in 1976 up the Alcan Highway where it stayed in the Anchorage area for 17 years. Thirty-one years ago, the Porsche followed its owners from Anchorage to Las Vegas where it has been ever since.

Additional Notes

This 1975 Porsche 914 1.8 was offered on Hagerty Auctions June 2024. You can view the previous listing here. The winning bidder failed to follow through on their commitment to purchase the vehicle. This was not due to any faults of the vehicle or the seller.