1975 914 2.0L 1-San Diego Owner. 24k orig. documented miles. Recent Refurbishment |
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1975 914 2.0L 1-San Diego Owner. 24k orig. documented miles. Recent Refurbishment |
Autokennel |
Aug 1 2017, 09:47 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 12 Joined: 12-June 15 From: Costa Mesa, CA Member No.: 18,846 Region Association: Southern California |
1975 Porsche 914/4 2.0 Roadster
Numbers Matching Mostly 1-SoCal Owner from New Low Original Miles California Blue License Plates VIN # 4752908384 ENG# 002372 24,200 Original Miles Less than 100-miles on Mechanical Refreshening Black (L041) on Black Leatherette w/Light Red Tartan Cloth (45) 5-Speed Manual Transmission Straight and Dry Chassis/No Accidents Numbers Matching Clean and Clear California Title Porsche Certificate of Authenticity 1-SoCal Owner from New Original California Blue Plates with Selling Dealer Frames Offered at $27,990 From Tom Trischler's suggestion, I started reading threads on this board a few years ago when I found my '74 2.0L. He recommended I share this 2.0L we are helping the owner sell on consignment. We haven't started listing it, so you get the first crack at it. Here are the details: This Porsche was built on February 5th, 1975 and sold new by Alan Johnson Porsche/Audi of San Diego, California to a Ms. Judi Nations. It was ordered with the following factory options: Equipment for California Tinted side glass Seat cushions in Tartan Cloth Ms. Nations kept the 914 in her San Diego garage until she passed away in 2016. It appears that she mostly serviced the car at either Dieter’s or Black Forest and possibly the dealer when new. Due to health issues, she stopped driving her Porsche in 2001 and stored it. Last year, a close friend of the owner sold the car to the current enthusiast who thought it would be a fun father/son “light” restoration project (see pic). Besides the 1-owner part, what also appealed about this example was that it was a very original, dry, and low-mile SoCal example. Their goal was to go through the car mechanically and make it a fun and reliable driver. For the last year, the following work was performed: Drivetrain pulled for refreshening Motor taken to Conemac Precision Maching Heads refinished/new gaskets Inspect and clean pistons Hone cylinders Replace rings Assemble top end Reseal motor/new gaskets All rubber hoses replaced New oil return tubes New fuel lines Injector O-rings and hoses Spark plugs and wires Cap/rotor Timing adjusted/tuned Transmission repaired by Transaxle Engineering Replaced first gear syncro ring and gear Inspected gearbox, cleaned, and resealed Swepco 701 fluid flush Clutch throw out bearing and disc inspected Clutch cable adjusted CV boots/axles inspected Alternator and smog belt replaced Gas tank drained and flushed Replaced shifter bushings Major service (adjust valves, oil service, air filter) Brakes bled and inspected Starter replaced While the drivetrain was out getting worked on, the owner carefully inspected the chassis and found it to be extremely dry with no signs of damage and no rust. The battery tray, “hell hole”, rocker panels, trunks, door bottoms, and other common areas prone to rust were solid and dry. Furthermore, the rest of the car appeared to be very original with just one exterior repaint that was an older high-quality job. The paint was checked with a gauge and there are no signs of filler. Just a simple repaint probably due to age. The jambs, trunks, and all other areas besides the exterior are still wearing their original paint. All badges, plates, and vin decals are original as installed by the factory. Most of the rubber also appears to be original with some slight cracking due to age. As a result, the body gaps and fitment are excellent. This car appears to have never been apart. This 914 2.0L is in fantastic “survivor-driver” condition. The paint looks great with hardly any signs of use. All the glass is original including the windshield with its factory California compliant sticker when delivered new. The factory 4-lug Fuch wheels were recently sourced and lightly cleaned up while still preserving originality. They are wearing older tires with near full tread, but have some cracking. The brakes have over 75% life remaining. The interior is equally as nice and mostly original with the exception of the factory-correct tartan inserts that were recently sourced and installed. The rest of the interior is indicative of a low mile example. There is minimal wear throughout. The original carpets are in great shape as are the door panels. The dash is straight with one crack near the center (see pic). The targa top headliner is also original and in good shape. All the gauges function properly. Even the period radio still works. The original antenna works, but is tired. All the lights work except the interior light, reverse lights, and license plate lights. This 914 drives extremely tight and typical of a well cared-for/low-mile vintage Porsche. The fuel injection system works great and the car fires up easily on the first try with no hesitation or smoke. It holds a smooth idle and has nice acceleration. It is surprisingly quick. The steering is precise and the car tracks straight. New tires would be a welcome addition and further enhance the handling experience. The brakes have good initial bite with no fading or pulling. This example would be great for vintage touring events, cars & coffee, or even your local PCA show event. This Porsche has always been registered in California with the current blue license plates. This 914 comes with original owner’s manuals/folder, Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, 3-ring binder with recent and some previous owner receipts, spare, jack, tool kit, extra keys, and original dealer license plate frames (very rare). Full history and over 100-detailed photos at www.autokennel.com or call Paul at 714-335-4911 Attached thumbnail(s) Attached image(s) |
MikeInMunich |
Aug 1 2017, 11:31 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 392 Joined: 19-November 13 From: Munich, Germany Member No.: 16,674 Region Association: None |
Looks very nice. I only wonder why they'd replace the 1st gear synchro if it only had 20,000 miles on it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif)
Just my 2 cents. M.i.M. |
mboss |
Aug 3 2017, 03:06 PM
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I'm new here ... Group: Members Posts: 0 Joined: 21-November 12 From: fargo Member No.: 15,173 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
My guess is granny didn't know where first was and ground her up
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Autokennel |
Aug 3 2017, 03:09 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 12 Joined: 12-June 15 From: Costa Mesa, CA Member No.: 18,846 Region Association: Southern California |
My guess is granny didn't know where first was and ground her up Yup...you got. Older women who probably drove short distances so first gear got used a lot...maybe didn't wear the best shoes. Don't say anything, but I've noticed the same when my wife drives our '74...shhhhh (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) |
pete000 |
Aug 3 2017, 06:30 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,885 Joined: 23-August 10 From: Bradenton Florida Member No.: 12,094 Region Association: South East States |
Nice car, but not cheap. This seems to support the increase in value of the 4 's
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gcrotvik |
Aug 4 2017, 10:47 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 360 Joined: 16-December 09 From: Portland Oregon Member No.: 11,134 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
The carpets don't look correct for a 75. If this is an early car then they may be the 74 salt/pepper style carpet but they look more gray like perlon. I've seen more 75 style carpets in late 74's rather than 74 style carpets in a 75.
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Rob-O |
Aug 6 2017, 02:59 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,251 Joined: 5-December 03 From: Mansfield, TX Member No.: 1,419 Region Association: Southwest Region |
The carpets don't look correct for a 75. If this is an early car then they may be the 74 salt/pepper style carpet but they look more gray like perlon. I've seen more 75 style carpets in late 74's rather than 74 style carpets in a 75. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I'd say they're replacements. The binding is black. Original carpet had a dark grey binding. Seats look like they have been recovered or the vinyl is coming loose around the headrests. Overall, though a nice car. |
914_teener |
Aug 6 2017, 03:53 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,197 Joined: 31-August 08 From: So. Cal Member No.: 9,489 Region Association: Southern California |
Does the seller have the original bill of sale?
Thanks. |
Cal |
Aug 7 2017, 05:06 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 615 Joined: 19-November 14 From: Philadelphia Member No.: 18,138 Region Association: North East States |
Looks like this one has sold already....
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