Selling a running 1972 Porsche 914 (pre-smog) with clean title. Some backstory: I'm the third owner. The original owner got it as a graduation gift from his parents in 1972, when this car was brand new (and green). The second owner was a friend who already had a red 914. His motor crapped out and he purchased this black one from the first owner with intentions to swap this running motor into his personal 914. This was back in the early 1990's. He never got around to it and they both sat under... Selling a running 1972 Porsche 914 (pre-smog) with clean title. Some backstory: I'm the third owner. The original owner got it as a graduation gift from his parents in 1972, when this car was brand new (and green). The second owner was a friend who already had a red 914. His motor crapped out and he purchased this black one from the first owner with intentions to swap this running motor into his personal 914. This was back in the early 1990's. He never got around to it and they both sat under covers in this warehouse with other roofing supplies for 30+ years. I cleaned the gas tank, replaced the gas tank fuel lines, got a new battery, lubricated the cylinders, cranked, and it started. I haven't really messed with it since. I have 2 kids, 4 volkswagens (84 gti, 87 scirocco 16v, 88 cabriolet, 04 tdi), a diesel truck and sprinter van, and 2 acres to clean up. Typical car guy who bit off more than he could chew. I prefer my vintage watercooled mk1 VW's, which would drive the Porsche people crazy. I do love the art deco looks and I thought I would get this road worthy and zip around town with the targa top off. Yes I have a type. Lightweight, well balanced, small cars that can handle curvy roads. This is it. Passing on this dream to someone else. Not too far from being a driver. Very far from being a restored show car. But you know that already at this price point. Notable things: - Painted black silver flake at some point. 80's? A 10 foot paint job, but the metallic flake black is a cool period correct touch. I think I read somewhere that a factory black 914 was an extra add on of $2000 or so, which was a lot in 1972. So black 914's are rarer. - Minimal rust (relative). Hell holes look like surface rust only, but I'm not an expert. California car all it's life, and 30+ years under a cover in a dry warehouse. - Original working fuel injection. These are now rare as people have converted to carbs which have their own issues. - Rear trunk barely stays up. It won't slam down, but it will slowly drop. It's only being supported by a spring on one side. - No major body damage, but there are scuffs and dings here and there. - Looks like the driver side jacking point got messed up at one point. I included a picture. - Seats have some tears. You can get a kit and reupholster for $300 or so. -Targa top latches are wonky. I would fix that before taking it up to speed so it doesn't fly off. It survived the tow home. - A lot of dry, damaged rubber seals. Expect to spend some money at 914rubber (a godsend for 914 owners) - Headlights don't go down. I haven't looked into it but it could be as easy as replacing a relay. - Car doesn't stop running when I turn the key off. I have to hold the brakes and stall in first gear to shut it down. Not sure why. - Dogleg transmission is sloppy. From everything I've read, this is normal and these early 914's are notorious for bad shifting. I would check the linkage bushings. - Cool early chrome bumpers before they converted to black plastic and chunky bumperettes for safety standards. - Aftermarket spoiler, luggage rack mounts, quad exhaust, period correct Riviera style wheels - Musky interior smell. I'm guessing this is what the 70's smelled like. - Includes hood bra and car cover - Unknown miles, almost a given at this age. All in all, a good starting point whether you want to make a fun driver that handles curves like a beast, or if you want to restore it. Not your typical $2000 rusty basketcase/track car, and not a restored $15,000+ example. Somewhere in the middle, and I priced it fairly I think. Before taking it on the road, I would go through the braking system, replace old and dry fuel lines, inspect the shift linkage bushings, etc. Basically treat this like a barn find car, because that's basically what this is. It's 52 years old! Bring a trailer! Test drives are limited to skootching around my driveway (I can move my other cars). Come check it out, bring cash. Not looking for trades, but I will entertain them anyways. Especially if it's a mk1 vw with a tdi/vr6/12vt swap or something cool. Price firm for now.

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