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Posted by: davewadd Apr 28 2017, 09:08 AM

I just picked up this '74 914 this week, and instead of installing a modern radio, I'd like to find a radio of the correct vintage. Anyone got one?

Posted by: davewadd Apr 28 2017, 09:10 AM

I think I'm looking fir something like this:

Posted by: gcrotvik Apr 28 2017, 09:36 AM

That particular unit is hard to find. It was a 1 year only model (it's actually a 75 model). I was able to find one on eBay after months of looking. Here is the specs:

Frankfurt Stereo
US Kit (455)
7635 421 012

The 5 in 7635 indicates the model year.

If someone here doesn't have one, I'd keep trolling eBay.

There is one on eBay now but it's $895
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Restored-Blaupunkt-STEREO-Frankfurt-US-model-Radio-Porsche-911-914-BMW-Jaguar-/232314941102?hash=item36170caeae:g:4zYAAOSwuxFYw~t8&vxp=mtr

Just an FYI. If the 108 in on the left, it's a 69-70 model. If the 108 is on the right, it's a later model.

Hope this helps.

Posted by: Mike Fitton Apr 28 2017, 10:45 AM

I may have what you need, I will take a look today.

Posted by: davewadd Apr 28 2017, 11:22 AM

Thanks....while I would like something that is correct...this isn't a show car, and $895 is super far from what I'd want to pay. I guess I shouldn't be surprised.....
I appreciate the feedback.

Posted by: 914Sixer Apr 28 2017, 02:31 PM

How about a NOS Sapphire AM FM Stereo Radio? Dealer installed item with NOS 914 face plate. Includes used speaker harness to keep it stock. Has a broken fuse link. $5 repair. Case is copper colored not rusted. $399 shipped.


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Posted by: My 914 Apr 28 2017, 03:31 PM

does anyone make a reproduction of an older radio like what you're showing that would fit?

Posted by: DM71SIX Apr 28 2017, 03:47 PM

QUOTE(davewadd @ Apr 28 2017, 07:10 AM)

I think I'm looking fir something like this:

Posted by: gcrotvik Apr 28 2017, 04:27 PM

QUOTE(DM71SIX @ Apr 28 2017, 02:47 PM)

QUOTE(davewadd @ Apr 28 2017, 07:10 AM)

I think I'm looking fir something like this:

I have one that matches, but I have not tested it.

Posted by: gcrotvik Apr 28 2017, 04:32 PM

Here's one. Just posted today. $250.00 opening bid. Needs TLC but overall in descent condition.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Blaupunkt-Frankfurt-US-Porsche-911-1972-74-/252904235968?hash=item3ae24463c0:g:On4AAOSwuMZZA56i&vxp=mtr

Posted by: Mike Fitton Apr 28 2017, 06:35 PM

QUOTE(gcrotvik @ Apr 28 2017, 02:32 PM)

Posted by: JimN73 Apr 29 2017, 01:37 PM

Take a look at crutchfield.com. Retro look radio for 914s.

Posted by: clapeza Apr 29 2017, 04:27 PM

Looked at RetroSound? They specialize in old-looking-but-modern-tech radios. They even have USB connections and Bluetooth interfaces.

Example:
https://www.retromanufacturing.com/products/1965-74-porsche-911-hermosa-radio?variant=9369508675

They make "screen protectors" that stick on the display and mimic the dial.
https://www.retromanufacturing.com/products/vintage-look-radio-dial-screen-protectors

I'm looking at getting one for my early '70s 911 to replace the '80s era JVC cassette deck a previous owner thought was necessary.

Posted by: davewadd Apr 29 2017, 07:02 PM

Thanks for the tips.

Posted by: white1975 Apr 29 2017, 07:11 PM

You can have this one pay to ship


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Posted by: Mike Fitton May 3 2017, 07:03 PM

I have this one for sale over on the bird, I can provide a 914 basket weave face plate if you are interested.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-used-parts-sale-wanted/955476-fs-blaupunkt-am-fm-stereo-74-75-76-a.html