1975 Porsche 914

Porsche's strong historical links with Volkswagen were reaffirmed in 1969 with the launch of the Porsche-designed VW-Porsche 914, a midengine, Targa-top sports car assembled by Karmann of Osnabrück. At the time, Volkswagen needed a new car to replace the aging Karmann-Ghia while Porsche was looking for another option to add to its lineup. First seen at the Frankfurt Auto Show, the 914/4 used the 1679cc, 4-cylinder, air-cooled motor of the Volkswagen 411, while the 914/6 was powered by Porsche 911T's 2.0L 6-cylinder engine. Both cars employed all-independent suspension (a mixture of 911 and VW parts), to which 4-wheel disc brakes and a 5-speed gearbox were married.

This well-preserved example of the 1.8L 914 was finished at the Porsche works in November 1974 and completed as a 1975 model-year car, as per the Porsche PPS. The new Porsche was finished in the vibrant Nepal Orange color seen on it today. The interior remains in equally original condition, with the black seats trimmed with Velour centerpieces. The car had 2.0L emblems installed by a previous owner, and a set of Fuchs wheels were added, now wrapped in a set of modern radial tires. Documenting the sale is the Porsche Production Specification showing how it was optioned when new. The Porsche 914 is a great alternative for the much more expensive classic 911s.