1976 Porsche 356

Make

Porsche

Model

356

Year

1976

Listed price

$18,750

Location

Los Angeles, California

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

0 miles

The Porsche 914 holds a unique and often debated position in the marque's history. Conceived as a joint venture between Porsche and Volkswagen, it aimed to replace both the aging 356 and the Karmann Ghia, offering a more modern, mid-engined platform. Launched in 1969, the 914 was initially offered with both four-cylinder VW powerplants and a six-cylinder Porsche engine (the 914/6), though the latter was short-lived due to cost. Its distinctive Targa top, pop-up headlights, and exceptional balance quickly earned it a reputation as a driver's car, even if its styling was initially polarizing. The four-cylinder models, particularly the later 2.0-liter versions, proved to be robust and surprisingly capable, solidifying the 914's place as an accessible entry into Porsche ownership and a formidable competitor in amateur racing circuits. This 1976 Porsche 914 2.0 represents the final year of production for this iconic mid-engine sports car, making it a significant piece of the model's lineage. This particular example is a matching-numbers car, presented in its factory-correct Malaga Red (L30C) finish, beautifully complemented by a classic black interior. Having spent its life as a California car, this 914 has benefited from a dry climate, a factor often crucial for preserving vintage German steel. The manual transmission promises an engaging and direct driving experience, true to the 914's lightweight and balanced character. This is an opportunity to acquire a well-preserved, matching-numbers example from the final production year of a truly distinctive Porsche.