1975 Laguna Blue - 1.8, Collection of work on my 1975 914 1.8 Options

[TRP]

Hello 914 World!

I just picked up my first 914 on Friday, August 8th, 2025. I have wanted a 914 for many years, came close to buying some needy projects in the past, but always seemed to pass for one reason or another. After a ton of looking around I finally found a good candidate for my next project.






The car was being auctioned off on Bring A Trailer but it did not meet reserve. The car was located about 45 minutes from my house so I ended up working out a deal a few days after the auction expired.

Here is how the car looked back in 2019 when it first sold on BAT:


Kind of interesting to see how it changed over the years.

Thanks for tuning in,
Ted

[wonkipop]

sweet looking little car. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

good move losing the spoiler. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)


i checked out the engine bay photos when it was on BAT for L jet research.
noticed that its had its evap cannister and hoses removed.
not big deal.
but looks like the tube where the hose connected to air cleaner box has been left open?
its above the air filter element. means unfiltered air can be pulled in.
only small opening.......but. i'd cap it if its not already sealed.




if you got time, there is a bit of data be useful for L jet research.
there is a three digit number painted on in white paint usually where i have indicated on photo. on LHS engine tin. hidden by the fan heater hose from view.
the engine tin looks all original and unrestored on your car so its probably still there.
if it is what is the number?
and if you know, was the car an original california car (sold first in cal) or is it a 49 state car.

enjoy the 914. fun. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)


ps - is that a boat tail alfa in the garage next to the 914? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

[TRP]

Thanks for the info/reply. I will cap that portion ASAP. I do not know if the car is/was always a California car. I have paperwork showing it was in Canada, Oregon, and California in the past. It has 81k original miles and has remarkably little rust in all of the problem areas. I cleaned behind the side skirts / longitudinals today, removed about 4 lbs of dirt and crud. The longs look great.



Here are a few photos of the white painted numbers you were asking about:
Drivers side


Passenger:


What do the numbers mean?