Vehicle Description
1973 Volkswagen-Porsche 914 1.7L
• VIN 4732925745
• Delivered on September 21, 1973
• One (1) owner
One-Owner 914, imported to Los Angeles by Volkswagen of America
Western Region in Culver City, California. Originally sold by Vasek
Polak Porsche | Audi in Hermosa Beach, California to the first
owner, Mr. Lopez, with 43 miles. Factory equipment included:
5-speed transmission, tinted glass, appearance group, vinyl-covered
roll bar, dual-tone horn, chromed bumpers, leatherette covered
steering wheel and 5.5" x 15" steel rims. The total retail price of
this build was $5,839.58.
Incredibly dry, California car, finished in Phoenix Red (L32K) with
Black leatherette upholstery. The paintwork is 90% mostly original
and features factory trim and brightwork with excellent gaps and
panel fit. The interior is all original and is indicative of
excellent care and light usage throughout its life. The
undercarriage is in exceptional condition, well preserved, and all
original with no signs of damage or rust.
Mechanically powered by the original 1.7-liter flat-four that runs
very strong paired with its original 5-speed manual transmission.
Equipped with Porsche front cover, spare tire, jack, and partial
took kit. Complete with original window sticker, original
California pink slip (title) maintenance record booklet, 914
owner's manual, and the original purchase invoice. An amazing
opportunity to acquire an original 914 that has been well
maintained and cared for.
Base price $4,749.00
• 5-Speed Transmission
• Tinted Glass all-around $100.00
• Center armrest console $25.00
• Appearance group $300.00
o Vinyl-covered roll bar
o Dual Tone horn
o Chrome bumpers
o Fog lights in the bumper
o Pile type carpet
o 5.5" x 15" steel rims
o 165 x 15 radial tires
o Leatherette covered steering wheel
o Console under the dashboard
o Leather boot for the shift lever
• Radial tires
• 4-wheel disc brakes
• Integrated roll bar
• Tachometer
• Fresh air heating & ventilation
• Two-way adjustable seat
Total cost $5,223.50 MSRP
History
The Porsche 914 was a joint development between Porsche and
Volkswagen and was the new Porsche entry-level model as of the
model year 1970. The two-seater, also known as the "VW Porsche",
was a mid-engine Sports Car. Striking design features included the
very long wheelbase for the vehicle length, short overhangs, the
removable roof center panel made from glass-fiber-reinforced
plastic as well as the wide safety bar. The 914 also featured
pop-up headlights. At the time of its launch, the 914 was available
with two engines. 914: 1.7-liter flat-four engine with 80 hp from
Volkswagen.914/6: 2.0-liter flat-six engine with 110 hp from the
Porsche 911 T. These were followed by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder
engine with 100 hp based on the 1.7-liter engine in the model year
1973 and a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with 85 hp in the model
year 1974.
