- Unsold -
- Ended 6 January at 12 AM
- Unsold -
- Ended 6 January at 12 AM
This factory-restored 1970 Porsche 914 is an ultra-rare, Liquid Silver, mid-engine icon—reborn by Porsche themselves. A milestone masterpiece with killer provenance.
Overview
SBX Cars is proud to offer for sale this 1970 Porsche 914 Targa showing 79,756 miles on the odometer at the time of this cataloging. Finished in Liquid Silver over a black leather interior, this first-year 914 is offered in Australia by The CCI Company with a service manual and authentication documentation.
The mid-engined, two-seat 914 was crafted as a collaboration between Porsche and Volkswagen from 1970 through 1976. At its core, it was a fun roadster with sharp handling, a unique Targa style, and optimal balance thanks to a mid-mounted engine. Motor Trend magazine named the 914 its Import Car of the Year in 1970, marking the first year for such an award to be presented by the media outlet.
As part of Porsche’s subsequent 70th anniversary activities in 2018, the company restored 20 Porsche vehicles and painted them all in the same Liquid Silver color. A description of the project was as follows:
“Porsche is synonymous with sports car construction at the very highest level, and 2018 marked our 70th anniversary. To celebrate this milestone, Porsche Cars Great Britain undertook a special restoration project to restore and exclusive selection of models from different chapters of Porsche history.”
This striking 914 was one of the recipients of that treatment. According to documentation accompanying the car, it received over 500 hours of work between the body and mechanical effort. It is the only factory-restored 914 built to commemorate a milestone. The exterior, interior, suspension, braking system, and engine were all overhauled with the idea of making the car factory-fresh.
Today, it’s a symbolic “new classic” car with that exudes the rich history of the Porsche brand, open-air Targa style, and documented provenance straight from the manufacturer. A rare opportunity indeed.
Specifications & Options
Exterior
- Liquid Silver paint (code POR9S8)
- Derived from the 918 Spyder
- Steel unibody construction
- Pop-up headlights
- Fog lamps
- Black bumper trim
- Replacement windshield
- Driver side mirror
- 70th Anniversary decals
- Four-spoke aluminum wheels
- Goodyear Eagle LS tires
Interior
- Black leather upholstery
- Bucket seats
- Replaced during restoration
- Left-hand drive configuration
- Custom center console
- Bluetooth audio system
- Engraved commemorative plaque
- Front and rear trunks
- Floor mats
- Classic Vehicle Tracking System
- VDO-branded gauges
- 120-mph speedometer
- 7,000-rpm tachometer
- Coolant temperature
- Fuel level
Mechanical
- 1.7-liter flat-four
- Longitudinal mid-mounted
- Rebuilt during restoration
- Air-cooled
- Twin downdraft Weber carburetors
- Rated at about 80 horsepower
- Rated at 98 lb-ft of torque
- Five-speed manual transaxle
- Sport suspension
- Four-wheel independent
- Semi-trailing arms and coil springs
- Sport exhaust system
- Four-wheel disc brakes
Service History
During restoration in 2018, there was extensive mechanical service performed. Some of the highlights included replacement of the brake pads and discs, the suspension, and the exhaust system.
Condition & Reports
The seller has provided extensive photos and two videos for review.
This 1970 Porsche 914 is said to be free of substantial imperfections.
Included in the Sale
- Certificate of Australian ownership
- The 914 Owner’s manual (Red book)
- A leather folder containing a certificate from Porsche
- Maintenance book
- VIN plate
- Book containing restoration photos
Summary
This 914 is the only Porsche of its kind to have received a comprehensive restoration by the manufacturer as part of Porsche's 70th anniversary celebration. It is worthy of the finest Porsche collections in the world. How often does the chance come up to buy a vehicle that was taken in directly by the manufacturer for a complete overhaul? This Liquid Silver Targa is undoubtedly in a class all its own.
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