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Description

Beautiful, unmodified 914 US Porsche from California
Targa – classic
Vintage car with H registration and special two-tone paint finish
Investment opportunity

Porsche 914/4 with pop-up headlights, 1971
1.7L / 4-cylinder boxer / mid-engine / rear-wheel drive / 54,000 miles
TOP CONDITION

PORSCHE 914 – 80 hp / 4-cylinder boxer – TÜV until 06/2027, H registration
Collector’s item, garage-kept, summer use only
Silver/black special metallic paint
Privately owned by an Audi development engineer

Thanks to its mid-engine layout, low base weight of just 900 kg, and an almost perfect 50:50 weight distribution, this car still delivers pure driving pleasure even by today’s standards.

The vehicle has been in my ownership since 2020 and has been consistently maintained both technically and visually, serviced exclusively by Porsche classic specialists.
The last inspection (06/2025) was passed with no defects; all switches, components, and lighting are fully functional.

History

Original US version, 1971
With factory modifications in the body structure for crash safety, required for homologation in California at the time
Imported by us in 2015 from California after a long search
Special two-tone paint finish applied in the US
Originally metallic green
No welding or repair work – body in excellent condition
Accident-free
Participated in numerous historic rallies in Germany
2019: Engine and transmission overhauled, Bilstein sport suspension installed, rubber bushings renewed (documentation with photos available)
2020 sale with valuation report at 52,605 miles
Condition rating: 2+
Market value: €33,000 / Replacement value: €39,600
Current mileage (06/2025, original US speedometer): 53,750 miles
Service 06/2025:
Front brake pads replaced, front brake caliper seals renewed
Engine valves and carburetors adjusted
New TÜV valid until 06/2027

Multimedia

Period-correct Blaupunkt radio with manually extendable electric antenna
Original US digital radio removed (limited European frequency compatibility)
Upgraded speakers installed

Comfort

Center console not original but practical; can be easily removed if desired

Accessories

Second complete set of 15-inch wheels
Set of 205/15 Continental tires
US-style front stone chip protection cover
Sport steering wheel (not installed)
Various spare parts (e.g. brake pads, etc.)

Price

€24,900 (negotiable), private sale

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

Condition & Registration

Condition category: Original
MOT
MOT until: 07/2027
Historical license plate

Registered
Ready to drive
Accident free

Self assessments

Engine (Seller assessment)

★★★★★

Paintwork (Seller assessment)

★★★★☆

Interior (Seller assessment)

★★★★☆

Technique (Seller assessment)

★★★★★

Inspection Report

Not available

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Condition grades for each component
Paint thickness measurement

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Technical Details

Vehicle data

Make: Porsche
Model series: 914
Model name: 914/4 1.7
First registration date: 05/1971
Year of manufacture: 1971
Mileage (read): 54,000 mi
Chassis number: 4712904968
Engine number: Not provided
Gearbox number: Not provided
Matching numbers: No
Number of owners: 2

Technical details

Body style: Convertible (Targa)
Power (kW/hp): 59/80
Cubic capacity (cm³): 1691
Cylinders: 4
Doors: Not provided
Steering: Left (LHD)
Gearbox: Manual
Gears: 5
Transmission: Rear
Front brakes: Disc
Rear brakes: Not provided
Fuel type: Petrol

Individual Configuration

Exterior color: Others
Folding roof: Yes

Interior color: Black
Interior material: Imitation leather

1971 | Porsche 914/4 1.7