1975 Unknown Other Makes 914

Make

Unknown

Model

Other Makes 914

Year

1975

Listed price

$4,950

Location

Elyria

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

0 miles

The Porsche 914 holds a unique place in the marque's history, born from a collaborative venture between Porsche and Volkswagen in the late 1960s. Tasked with creating an entry-level sports car for Porsche and a replacement for the aging Type 34 Karmann Ghia for VW, the resulting mid-engined Targa-topped design broke new ground for both brands. Its balanced chassis, thanks to the engine's central placement, offered handling dynamics that few contemporaries could match, quickly earning it a reputation as a "poor man's Porsche" with a rich driving experience. Early models featured flat-four engines, with the 1.8-liter variant arriving in 1973, offering a blend of efficiency and spirited performance that resonated with a new generation of enthusiasts. This 1975 Porsche 914, resplendent in its original L31M Scarlet Red paint code, represents the final year of this distinctive model. Showing 82,859 miles, this example retains its factory 1.8-liter engine, identifiable by its ECO39525 engine number. While many 914s were enjoyed on twisty roads, this particular car is equipped with an automatic transmission, offering a more relaxed cruising experience. The seller notes the availability of the front and rear trunk lids, suggesting a project ripe for completion or a solid foundation for restoration. This is an opportunity to acquire a piece of Porsche's unconventional yet highly regarded history.