Vehicle Description
STRIKING ALASKA BLUE METALLIC PAINT OVER BLACK INTERIOR96 HP 2.0L
FLAT FOUR/5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSAXLEUPGRADED WITH A/C AND 5-LUG FUCHS
WHEELSRECENT RESTORATION INCLUDING FRESH ENGINE REBUILDOVER $25,000
IN PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AND SORTINGPROPERLY CONVERTED FROM EFI TO
WEBER CARBURETORS54,968 INDICATED MILES AT TIME OF WRITINGEXCELLENT
AND HIGHLY RESPONSIVE PERFORMER Debuted at the 1969 Frankfurt Auto
Show and first available for 1970, the 914 was Porsches successor
to the 912 and Stuttgarts new competitor to the growing ranks of
sports cars from Datsun, Fiat, MG, and Triumph. Developed under
Ferdinand A. Butzi Porsche, the 914 was rooted in sketches by Hans
Gugelot and featured a distinctive Karmann-built body with
removable Targa roof and built-in roll bar. Initially powered by a
fuel-injected 1.7-liter engine and five-speed gearbox, the 914
featured a wide array of exterior colors with standard painted
bumpers, with chrome bumpers, a vinyl roll-bar covering, and
numerous other options. Boasting near-perfect weight distribution,
outstanding handling, and quickness belying its small-displacement
engine, the 914 was a revelation to drive. Constant improvements
were made in Porsche tradition, including a larger 96 HP, 2.0-liter
engine and other updates by 1973, resulting in what many
enthusiasts consider the most desirable 914 model. At launch, the
914 was named Import Car of the Year by Motor Trend, which hailed
the 914 ...the first modern sports car for the masses. The 914s
influence remains profound today, with its DNA echoed by Porsches
own Boxster since 1997. Finished in factory-correct Code LKL 96 B
Alaska Blue Metallic paint, this 1973 Porsche 914 is a former Texas
car that benefits from a recent restoration and fresh engine
rebuild. Following acquisition by the current owner, it received
nearly $26,000 in further sorting and service work at Perfect Power
in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. Every one of the Porsches mechanical
systems were addressed in the 140-hour process, including a gearbox
overhaul, replacement of the flywheel and clutch, and replacement
of the factory EFI system in favor of a pair of 44 IDF Weber
carburetors. This car has undergone a 5-lug wheel conversion,
equipped with a set of Maxilite Fuchs wheels. Subtle backdates
included with the car: The front bumper was rechromed without holes
for mounting the rubber tits, giving it a cleaner 914-6 look.
European front and rear tail light lenses, and the round side
markers were removed from the body, giving it the cleaner look
which the designers intended. The result of all the effort and
expense is an unusually well sorted Porsche 914 with outstanding
response and a great driving experience. Other choice upgrades
include aluminum door sills, Momo competition steering wheel and
digital Blaupunkt stereo head unit. A full-size spare tire,
operating instructions from the prior owner, and detailed invoices
for the recent comprehensive service work are included with the
sale of this exceedingly well-sorted and enjoyable 1973 Porsche
914. Contact us today to see it, make purchase arrangements, and
get it before another demanding Porsche fan does!