1976 Porsche 914

2.0 Convertible

2.0 Liter Flat 4

5 Speed Manual

4762900672

Clear

Gasoline

1976 Porsche 914 2.0 looks and runs great. Strong running motor and great handling of a mid engine sports car. Can't out-run a 911, but you can out-corner one! No tail happy rear engine over-steer here. I would describe this car as "refurbished" but not restored. Overall a very original survivor. This is the last year of Porsche's mid-engine rear drive entry level sports car. You will have a hard time finding one in this condition! It has a lot of desirable features including: 2.0 flat 4 air-cooled engine. Runs very strong. It does not have the original fuel injection, but instead has a reliable dual Weber carburetor set up. A few notable improvements include the "Flamethrower" electronic ignition and new distributor. Has an aftermarket 4 pipe sport exhaust. Passed Colorado emissions test in December 2012. Original Fuchs aluminum wheels with newer Continental Contipro Contact 195/65 R15 91H sport tires with very good tread. Even the spare is a Fuchs. The car has been painted once in the original color with new decals. The paint job is very good, with a few very minor blemishes. Silver is the right color for this car. Chrome and rubber bits are in good, solid shape. 5 Speed transmission with solid gearbox. New shifter bushings throughout. This car has TWO trunks! It has pretty good storage for such a small car. Will hold 2 sets golf clubs or a weekends worth of luggage. Rust free and always garaged. The body is very straight and panel fit is outstanding. I have no reason to believe it has ever had an accident. Suspension received major service in December. New trailing arm bushings, wheel bearings, rear springs, control arm bushings, alignment, ride height adjustment. This model came LOADED in 1976. Leather seats, fog lights, air conditioning, Dealer installed air conditioning with recent recharge. Not overpowering, but blows cold air. Using it is silly because of ease of targa top removal (4 clips to undo, and stores in rear trunk. Removal and installation takes about 1 minute and can be done without help) This auction includes original manual, several good books, and a 914 T Shirt showing the funky shift pattern. Full Disclosure Stuff (known issues) Leaks a little engine oilMinor paint blemishes on rear deck lid. Once had a rear luggage rack bolted through it, and welding repairs are only fair.Heater blower motor does not workHigh beam headlights do not work (Low Beams, brake lights, taillights, indicators, fog lights work fine)Front and rear rubber bumper covers are fadedFuse box cover missingFirst gear is a little difficult to shift into when coldOriginal stereo is lost to the ages. It has an older Yamaha AM/FM/Cassette with 4 new Pioneer speakers that do work. The sound of the motor over your right shoulder and rush of air in your ears should make up for this.