For Sale: 1974 Porsche 914 in Costa Mesa, California

1974 Porsche 914 2.0 Limited Edition - Bumblebee

� VIN 4742914758
� Engine No. 012821
� Transmission No. Not recorded
� Porsche Certificate of Authenticity
� Delivered February 1, 1974

A desirable Limited Edition 1974 Porsche 914 2.0 Bumblebee, finished in its factory color combination of Black with Summer Yellow accents over a Black leatherette interior. Documented by its Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, the 914 was delivered on February 1, 1974, and Porsche Cars S.W. of San Antonio, Texas, originally imported it. Factory equipment includes USA equipment, sealed-beam headlights, and all-around tinted glass.

The Limited-Edition Bumblebee presentation gives this 914 its unmistakable character, making it one of the most visually distinctive configurations offered during 914 production. The exterior features the LE-style contrast treatment, removable Targa roof, pop-up headlights, and 15-inch Mahle "Gas Burner" wheels painted Summer Yellow, mounted with Michelin XZX 165 SR15 tires. Inside, the cabin is trimmed in Black leatherette with basketweave inserts and door panels, retaining the simple, functional layout that defines the 914 driving experience. Beneath, the undercarriage is solid, rust-free, and remains highly original.

Documentation notes restoration work completed between June 1989 and January 1990. The engine was rebuilt with new NOS 2.0-liter cylinder heads, new European pistons and cylinders, clutch, seals, fuel lines, injectors, and fuel-injection sensors. The transmission received new input-shaft seals, side-shifter seals, and bushings. The interior was upholstered with a new NOS factory dash top and carpet, while the remainder of the interior is original. The body was repainted in black lacquer, wet-sanded and buffed, while the original undercarriage was cleaned and polished, with hardware cleaned and/or replaced as needed.

Recent service records support the 914's well-sorted condition. In September 2020, Don Wise's Autowerks in Campbell, California performed extensive recommissioning and major service with valve adjustment, ignition distributor service and PerTronix electronic ignition installation, fuel-system service, fuel-line replacement, brake-system service, clutch cable replacement, wiring corrections, heater-system repairs, shift linkage service, and Targa roof latch adjustment. On July 17, 2026, Don Wise's Autowerks completed another major service at 8,820 miles; work included replacing pushrod tube seals, valve adjustment, oil service, transmission service, spark plugs, fuel filter, air filter, alternator belt, and the brake master cylinder, with system bleed. Compression readings were recorded at 132, 134, 134, and 140 psi, and timing and CO were checked and set.

Mechanically powered by the original 2.0-liter flat-four engine (Type 039.GA) with fuel injection paired with a five-speed manual transmission, and four-wheel disc brakes. This 914 2.0 LE delivers the light, balanced, and communicative driving experience that has made these mid-engine Porsches increasingly appreciated by enthusiasts. With its factory-documented Black and Summer Yellow Bumblebee Limited Edition color scheme, 2.0-liter specification, detailed restoration history, and recent mechanical service, this 1974 Porsche 914 2.0 Limited Edition represents an appealing opportunity to acquire one of the most distinctive and collectible variants of the 914.