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    Porsche 914

    1969–1976 · Flat-4 / Flat-6 Air-Cooled · Rear-engine, rear-wheel drive

    Mid-engine, Targa-top collaboration with Volkswagen. 914/4 and 914/6.

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    Variants

    • 914/4 1.71969–1973 · 80 hp
    • 914/4 1.81974–1976 · 76 hp
    • 914/4 2.01973–1976 · 100 hp
    • 914/61970–1972 · 110 hp

    What owners actually spend on the 914

    Median service costs from real logged records, broken down by job and category.

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    Known issues to look for

    • Battery tray + longitudinal rust

      critical

      Bubbling paint under battery tray; rust in hell-hole and rockers.

      Address rust early — structural rockers are safety-critical.

    • Fuel injection L-Jetronic gremlins

      moderate

      Hesitation, poor cold start, high idle.

      Rebuild throttle body, replace injectors, check ground straps.

    • Sagging/broken shift linkage

      moderate

      Vague shifter, notchy engagement.

      Rebuild shift coupler and side-shifter bushings.

    • Targa top seal degradation

      minor

      Water leaks into cockpit and rear trunk.

      Replace seals; keep drains clear.

    Documented 914 Porsches