What if the Porsche 914 had never been considered the oddball of the lineup? That’s the question Fifteen Eleven Design set out to answer with their radical restomod—a stunning reengineering of the classic 914 that transforms it into something genuinely ferocious. The original four-cylinder engine has been replaced. In its...
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Background Not long after introducing the mid-engine 914, Porsche began to develop a version for motorsports. By late 1969, even before the first 914/6s were delivered to customers, the racing department had already created a working prototype for competition. The result was the 914/6 GT. Almost all 914/6 GTs featured...
Based on the Porsche 914, this special-edition model was a commemorative release that celebrated one of the most dominant Porsche racing cars in history. In 1973, the Porsche 917/30 reigned supreme over the CanAm series, winning six out of eight races on the way to a dominant championship triumph. Unfortunately,...
The Porsche 914, once known as Porsche’s humble entry-level model, was an affordable, slow, and often overlooked car from the 1970s. But somehow the folks at Fifteen Eleven Design, a UK-based company, has transformed this classic into something extraordinary. This reimagined 914 now houses a 3.8-liter flat-six engine from the...
After participating in the 1971 Monte Carlo Rally, where the crew of Ake Andersson/Bo Thorszelius (pictured right, registration plate SY 7715) retired due to gearbox failure, and training in April of the same year for the Targa Florio Rally, chassis No. 914.143.0140 (engine 6408007) was, on the personal initiative of...
30 Point Porsche 914 Buying & Inspection Checklist The Porsche 914 is a unique blend of quirky charm, mid-engine balance, and vintage sports car fun. However, buying one of these classic icons requires a careful eye and a thorough inspection. With rust-prone areas, quirky transmission issues, and aging mechanical systems,...
Common Problems with the Porsche 914: What Every Buyer and Owner Should Know The Porsche 914 is an automotive icon with a unique personality, known for its mid-engine balance, targa top, and minimalist design. Developed in partnership with Volkswagen, it became a beloved sports car for enthusiasts seeking a pure...
In a bold move away from the usual 911 restorations, 9WERKS TV brings you an exclusive look at the latest project by UK-based restoration specialists, Fifteen Eleven: a Porsche 914 restomod. This rejuvenated classic promises to ignite excitement with its blend of vintage charm and contemporary performance. The 914, a...
What makes the Porsche brand so legendary? What inspires people to keep it young and full of life 75 years later? And how does this emotional, often lifelong bond with the Zuffenhausen sports cars come about? A very personal declaration of love to Porsche and its global community. Introducing Pete...
The Porsche 914 often stands as one of the most underrated models in the manufacturer’s storied history. Lacking the striking aesthetics and the high-performance reputation of its 911 counterpart, the 914 has been labeled by some as the poor man’s Porsche. Its partnership with Volkswagen, leading to some European variants...
On display at the 20th annual The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, in Carmel Valley was a strange little car that caught my attention. The car had a Porsche emblem on its nose and a confusing “Porsche VW 914-6” script on the rear. It was the farthest thing from a Porsche...
Motor racing has always involved risk for the drivers, and sometimes for spectators too, as was seen to horrific effect The chaotic scene just after the #88 car of Huhn/Schwarz crashed at the Nürburgring in 1970. Photo: Porsche Werk in the disaster that occurred at the 1955 Le Mans 24...
For better, and sometimes for worse, corporate culture and business strategy have historically played a significant role in motorsport. Over the years, racecars and racing programs have been created and eliminated for no other reason than to satisfy marketing strategies and brand positioning. While many of us tend to view...
Porsche 914 with V8 transplant becomes a father/son love affair When Porsche introduced the 914 back in 1969, the automaker’s intention was to bring a new entry-level sportscar into the fold that would stand apart from the 911. Unlike the 912 that it replaced, the 914 featured a mid-engine layout...
Only two of these prototype 914-8 supercars were ever built making them some of the rarest Porsches ever built. The first model was built for Ferdinand Piëch himself who used the full-fledged Flat-8 racing engine producing 350 horsepower. The second was built for Ferry Porsche as a 60th birthday gift. Ferry’s 914-8...
Let’s face it, the Porsche 914 was not the most iconic of sports cars in the storied history of the brand. A joint collaboration between VW and Porsche, it was designed to be both the entry level car for Porsche, as well as a sports car for VW that would...
The 914/6 was the Porsche-engined version of the 914, the joint venture sports car designed by Porsche and built at Karmann using mostly VW running gear. It was intended by VW to be a successor to the Karmann Ghia (and by Porsche to be an entry level model to replace...
Porsche 914-6 Is An Absolute Classic After expressing an interest in racing, saying it “looked like fun,” Mr. Jack Griffin found himself strapped to a race car contesting the 12 Hours of Sebring. Sure it was his first time sitting in a proper race car, but he had four days...
Introducing the Porsche 914 PCM Sportscar & Classic Specialist Ben Musu introduces the mid-engine, two seater sports car in this showcase video. ...
Porsche 914/6 Targa Racing Cars Tribute This video is dedicated to some Porsche 914/6 Targa in a racing version that I have had the pleasure of seeing in action in recent years. The clips were made in historic Hillclimb races such as Bologna-San Luca and Bologna-Raticosa. Others on tracks like...
1970 Porsche 914-6 Review We go for a drive in the 1970 Porsche 914-6...
1970 Porsche 914/6 – The Mid-Engine Flat 6 You Need to Drive The Porsche 914-6 may only have 110hp but its 2.0l flat 6 from the 911T is a distinct character change from the standard flat 4. This tactile mid engine sports car with removable roof and dog leg shifter...
1974 Porsche 914-6 GT Jay Leno Review Hans Lapine and Eric Shea stop by the garage to talk 914 history with Jay and to test drive Eric’s 1974 Porsche 914-6 GT tribute car....
1973 Porsche 914/6 Video Review This 1973 Porsche 914-6 was the owner, Marco’s car when he was in high school, originally a four-cylinder. He sold it and bought it back later, in pieces, with no engine, but the full 914/6 bodywork. It now features a 2.5L twin-plug flat-six engine, and...
The Porsche 914-6 GT was a race car built by Porsche, based on the 914 model with a 6-cylinder engine and GT package. The 914-6 GT was a race configured version of the 914-6. The factory offered the GT option, which was distinguishable by its box-like steel fender flares. It quickly became known as the 914-6 GT and was raced employing different engine configurations. This included the 'T' specification, which was a basic 911 engine. Another popular configuration was to use a converted Carrera 6 engine.
Porsche only built 2 914/8s. The first was a development mule that Piëch used to prove the concept of a 914/8. The second was built for Ferry Porsche as a birthday present. Both are very unique 914s still owned by Porsche and regularly shown at the museum in Stuttgart. They had a 300 HP 3.0L 908 engine and a 916 transmission, and was never registered for the street. This was a test bed and a prototype.
For 1974 a 1.8-liter engine replaced the 1.7 and had a new type of electronic fuel injection called AFC (air flow control), or ‘L’ Jetronic. This same basic injection was used on 911s in the late-’80s. Unfortunately, due to emissions regulations, the 1.8 made just 76 hp, less than the smaller engine it replaced. The standard steel wheels were changed to 5.5-inch wide VW units. Rubber bumper guards now adorned the rear and the headlight surrounds were changed from white to black plastic. US cars got the infamous ignition seat-belt interlock buzzer. This was also the year of the limited edition series.
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Porsche produced two limited edition 914 models: the Creamsicle and Bumblebee, the latter created to celebrate the Porsche's domination of the Can-Am series with the Type 917. The Bumblebee was finished in black with contrasting Summer Yellow lower sections. Many otherwise optional items were standard on these limited edition models, including driving lights, dual horns, a leather covered steering wheel, and a centre console with clock etc. 500 of each type were manufactured.
Porsche 914 Model Numbers Standard Equipment = Basic Equipment (no appearance or performance group) Appearance Group = Comfort Equipment Performance Group = Sport Equipment Order type code, by digit number: 1=Type, 2=Model, 3=Design, 4=Equipment (Trim), 5=Engine, 6=Gearbox Transaxle: 1970-72 (914/11 5-speed manual (Tailshift)) Transaxle: 1973-76 (914/12 5-speed manual (Sideshift))...
Porsche 914 Paint Color Options & Samples This post outlines all the color options for the Porsche 914 over its production life. We have official books and catalogs of all the color options for the Porsche 914 over the years. You can immediately see that the Porsche 914 and Porsche...
Porsche 914/4 Vehicle Type Codes Year Model Engine Code Displ (cc) HP DIN @rpm Bore (mm) Stroke (mm) Compression Fuel Transmission 1970 914/4 W 1679 80/4900 90 66 8.2:1 MPC 914/11 1971 914/4 W 1679 80/4900 90 66 8.2:1 MPC 914/11 1972 914/4 EA 1679 80/4900 90 66 8.2:1 MPC...
Porsche 914 Tune Up Specifications Valve Clearance with engine cold Description 1700cc 4-Cylinder 1800cc 4-Cylinder 2000cc 4-Cylinder 2000cc 6-Cylinder Intake 0.006 in. (0.15mm) 0.006 in. (0.15mm) 0.006 in. (0.15mm) 0.0039 in. (0.1mm) Exhaust 0.006 in. (0.15mm) 0.006 in. (0.15mm) 0.006 in. (0.15mm) 0.0039 in. (0.1mm) Ignition Timing (Vacum Line(s) Disconnected)...
Porsche 914 Torque Specifications Engine Description lb f ft. kg f m Oil Drain Plug 16 2.2 Retaining nut for oil screen cover 9.4 1.3 Nuts for rocker arm shaft 10 1.4 Cylinder head nuts 23 3.2 Engine support bolts(crankcase) 21.7 3 Bolt for blower impeller hub 23 3.2 Flywheel...
Porsche 914 Lubricants & Fuel Specifications Description Temperature Range Recommended Type Capacity Engine Oil Below 5F (-15C) SAE 10W, 10W-30 3.2 qt (3.0 liters) 914/4 without filter change. 3.7 qt (3.5 liters) 914/4 with filter change. 9.5 qt (9.0 liters) 914/6 with filter change 5F to 32F (-15C to 0C)...
Porsche 914/4 Vehicle Type Codes Year Model Liters Engine Code Displacement (cc) HP DIN @rpm Bore (mm) Stroke (mm) Compression Ratio Fuel System Transmission Type 1970 914/4 1.7 W 1679 80/4900 90 66 8.2:1 MPC 914/11 1971 914/4 1.7 W 1679 80/4900 90 66 8.2:1 MPC 914/11 1972 914/4 1.7...
Porsche 914 VIN, Engine, Transmission & Chassis Numbers Our reader already know we have an in-depth VIN decoder for Porsche models, so this post is all about knowing what the VIN range for each model year of Porsche 914. Some important notes for the Porsche 914 VIN researchers out there...
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German pricelist for 1974 model year Porsche 914 1.8-litre, 63 kW 2.0-litre, 74 kW VW-Porsche 914-4 DM 13.990 DM 14.990 Comfort-package incl. velour carpets, sports steering wheel, leather gear lever boot, dual-tone horn, centre console with voltmeter, clock, oil temperature gauges and storage compartment with padded lid, halogen headlamps, automatic...
Porsche 914 History & Story Porsche needed an entry-level car to replace the 912 and Volkswagen needed a sports car to replace its Karmann Ghia, so the forces were joined to build a sports car that would be an affordable Porsche and a modern Volkswagen. Given the type 914 designation,...
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Porsche 914 Sales Brochure We go back to 1969 to find a number of Porsche sales brochures for the diminutive 914. We were surprised to find quite a few 914 sales catalogs which is nice. As always, they are free to download and enjoy. No Subscription? You’re missing out Get...
Porsche 914 Spare Parts Catalogs (1970 – 1976 Model Year) These official Porsche PET Diagrams and codes for the Porsche 914 (1970 to 1976) models. Free for you to download and view. Whether you are working on your own Porsche 914 and need the total parts guide or are trying...
Porsche Option Codes – Porsche 914 Looking to decode your Porsche 914 option codes? Want to know what those codes are in your 914 service manual? Then this is the post for you. We painstakingly researched all the Porsche option and equipment codes for the full 914 model lineup. The Porsche options...
Obviously these two attractive models from the lingerie manufacturer Triumph (München) like this Porsche 914/6 – Rutesheim Athletics Club, Baden-Württemberg, Germany (1969) Very different from previous production Porsches, the 914 was an attempt by Zuffenhausen to introduce a lower cost model. Commercially it was only a moderate success, but it’s...
50 Years Porsche 914 by Jürgen Lewandowski, published by Delius Klasing Verlag – © Virtual Motorpix/Glen Smale Whether you love it or hate it, the 914 served as a very important family member in the Porsche model line-up of the day. To appreciate this fully, you need to understand the...
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Rare Shades 4, Los Angeles arts district, 14 September 2019 Why would dozens of Porsches converge on a side street nestled among gritty brick and mortar buildings covered with painted murals in downtown Los Angeles? But why would they do it on September 14? Rare Shades 4, Los Angeles arts...
Marathon de la Route, Nürburgring, 22-26 August 1967: Getting ready for the 1967 Marathon de la Route outside Werk 2 in Zuffenhausen – in the centre is Vic Elford, one of the winning drivers that year The Marathon de la Route, an 84-hour epic endurance race run between 1965-1971, was...
© Hurley – From The Beginning (cover) There are just a handful of racing drivers that can list the number and quality of achievements that Hurley Haywood can. True, there might be more than a handful in total, but within each discipline of the sport, there are just a few...
Quick Test Drive of the PORSCHE 914/6 from 1971 This is not an ordinary 914. It is the version with the 6 cylinder engine, known as the Porsche 914/6. This particular example has been fully restored and mechanically rebuilt in Germany about nine years ago. It was a bare metal restoration!...
This came in 1973, when the fuel-injected variant of Volkswagen’s air-cooled Type 4 engine was dropped in behind the two seats, staying there through 1976, when series production ended. (The engine continued on in the 912E, which succeeded the 914 as Porsche’s entry-level car.) The short-stroke, overhead-valve powerplant displaced 2.0 liters (1971 cc) and made its 100 hp at 5000 rpm, whereas the six had made 110 hp at 5800 rpm. Yet the four matched the six’s torque output of 118 lb-ft, achieving this figure at 3500 rpm instead of 4200 rpm. And it was lighter in weight.
The Porsche 914 was first shown at the 1969 Frankfurt Auto Show was, as intended, a true conglomeration. The front suspension was largely derived from the 911 with some VW components, and the interior was a blend of both companies' parts bins. The initial engine offering was Volkswagen's 80-hp fuel-injected 1.7 liter flat four, while the 914/6 had a twin-carburetor 2.0-liter Porsche flat six tuned for 125 hp.
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The standard 914 was powered by Volkswagen’s horizontal four-cylinder engine, producing a power output of 80 hp. Even with the lightweight Porsche body, acceleration suffered. The solution to this was to offer a second version: the 914/6, powered by a six-cylinder engine, total power output exceeded 100 hp. Unfortunately, this came with an extra cost– the 914/6 was nearly as expensive as a standard 911.
After a highly modified 914 finished sixth overall at Le Mans in 1970, Ferdinand Piëch saw potential for a higher-performance, luxurious version that could be registered for highway use, and pursued the idea of what would become the Porsche 916. Planned for the 1972 model year, the Porsche 916 program was cancelled after eleven prototypes were built.
The Porsche Tapiro is a concept car built by Porsche in 1970. It was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro and has a traditional 1970s wedge design, which critics say somewhat resembles the De Tomaso Mangusta. The chassis is based on the Porsche 914/6, and it features gullwing-style doors. First shown at the 1970 Turin Motor Show, it will be remembered as one of the most unusual Porsches and the first car to receive Italdesign’s signature wedge shape.
