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r000 The Porsche 19XX 914 Make was introduced Model at the Frankfurt auto Show in 1969,<br />

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000<br />

with a price tag ranging from $3,015 to $4,775 USD; however, by<br />

offered without reserve<br />

the time the new model hit stateside, the price jumped by almost<br />

$1,000 for both models. From 1966 to 1976, Porsche built in excess<br />

of 115,000 914s, which was an impressive number given the car’s<br />

unique appearance and character. The 914 was extraordinarily smooth<br />

looking in its appearance, and its roomy interior allowed comfortable<br />

seating for two adults with few restrictions. It was designed to have<br />

ample storage room and did so by utilizing both the front and rear<br />

decks of the car. The 914’s powerplant proved more than adequate to<br />

most buyers, as the car’s light chassis and body allowed for impressive<br />

acceleration and very impressive road handling.<br />

The example offered here is a rare 2.0 liter example that was acquired<br />

from its original owner, who has been a member of the Porsche Club<br />

of america for the last 43 years. It is original and unmodified with just<br />

43,615 original miles on the odometer, and it wears its original Malaga<br />

Red with the original vibrant black and red plaid seats. So enthusiastic<br />

and fanatical was the owner about proper maintenance of his 914<br />

manufacturer that it has no Manufacturer rust, sun damage, or dings. It includes its original and<br />

correct origin factory City, options, Country including the Blaupunkt ID no. aM/FM ## radio; the<br />

motor Performance motor Group, which includes the Fuchs displacement forged cc alloy wheels; and<br />

the power appearance hp Group, which includes various length leather mm accoutrements.<br />

Visit rmauctions.com to view all photos.<br />

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