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1972 Porsche 914 2.0 Targa

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£12,932

  • Mileage~40,500
  • TransmissionManual
  • Engine2.0L
  • LocationEpsom

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1972 Porsche 914 2.0 Targa

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Introduction

Glyn Parry
Professional Consigner

This car did not have a fair upbringing with the Porsche purists as it was released in the mid-’60s.

Seen as the ugly duckling of the Porsche world, many people were turned off by its quirky styling and design. However, this is one of those cars that grows on you and since talking about the car, we in the office have grown more fond of this example.

It is not until you experience this car behind the wheel, you start to fully appreciate that Porsche will always give you an exhilarating pleasure that seems to get lost with a lot of other entry-level models produced by other manufacturers.

This auction listing was written from information supplied by Glyn after meeting Tony the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

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Meet the owner

Bought from a close friend 6 years ago after getting behind the wheel on a track day, Tony’s ego took over and could not say no to the opportunity.

He has taken the car on some long trips around the country and to a few more track days since, such as Goodwood – where he tells us the car got loads of attention!

As Tony and his wife are due to move house this year, they are looking into getting a more stately classic that will suit their lifestyle a bit more. Tony will be sad to see the car go he has enjoyed for some years, his wife, perhaps not so much!

Tony
Vehicle Owner

Tony saved £2,160* when they
sold their Porsche with us.

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Exterior

Maintaining the original Ivory White exterior and overall looks to be in excellent condition.

Wheels and Tyres

Some of the finest wheels we have seen on a 914 that looks to be in excellent condition. The tyres are a full set of Bridgestone Turanza’s with profiles of 195/60/15.

Bodywork

The overall exterior of the bodywork looks to be in excellent condition as can be seen in the exterior video and photos. The chrome work also looks shiny and in excellent condition.

Paint

The paintwork is in excellent condition and is presented beautifully as Ivory White.

Glass and Trim

The glass is in good condition whilst all trim should be reviewed by the new owner.

Interior

The black interior was made as lightweight as possible with very few features added. The car does have the ‘comfort pack’ options such as the armrest you see in the middle.

Seats and Carpets

The carpets appear in excellent condition with the underneath showing no signs of corrosion. The seats however, could be remedied by the new owner to enhance the overall condition of the interior – although nothing alarming, please review the ‘Interior Review’ video.

Dashboard

The dashboard looks to be original and could also be remedied slightly by the new owner.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

Both appear in good condition.

Mechanics

Tony took Glyn out for a drive around his local area of Epsom. For a 2.0L four-cylinder engine, the sound was healthy and had a bit of throatiness when using the throttle. Tony has enjoyed the mid-engine car on gentle track days and cannot get enough of the steering.

History and Paperwork

This car was a collaboration of Volkswagen and Porsche in 1972 and was exported to be sold in a Californian Porsche Centre, with one former keeper in the USA and the other being Tony’s friend.

Along with the paperwork you can find the original service booklet handed to the first owner along with MOT’s that Tony has done with the car. There are also invoices from work undertaken in America.

MOT and Service History

23.05.2018 – 40,651 (MOT)
30.05.2017 – 40,261 (MOT)
30.03.2016 – 40,130 (MOT)
09.09.2014 – 38,456 (MOT)

***The service book does not match the chassis no. of the car, however, it came with the 914 from America and we have decided to include it as a matter of transparency***

15.09.1972 – 873 (Service)
30.08.1972 – 14 (Service)

Current indicated mileage is 40,500 miles on 29/08/2019.

Key Details
  • Model914 2.0 Targa
  • TransmissionManual
  • Reg. Date01.06.1972
  • CC2000
  • Mileage40,500
  • HistoryGood
  • ColourIvory White
  • Interior ColourBlack
  • Interior TrimLeather
  • Chassis #4732909354
  • Engine #GC006312
  • MOTPassed
  • MOT ExemptYes
  • HPi ClearYes - Clear
  • Former Keepers2
  • Tyre TreadGood
  • Tyre BrandBridgestone
  • LHD or RHDLHD
  • VisitedYes
  • Sale TypePrivate
  • Owned6 Years







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robinho911
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robinho911

Hello what is the reserve ?

Adam - Trade Classics
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Hi Robin – the reserve was met last night – the car is now on sale 🙂

Woodfine
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Woodfine

Hi Tony, Sorry to bother you but do you have any of the US records in relation to the engine conversion/restoration etc? I am looking for a 914 to return to original condition and trying to check the known background of your car before making a decision regarding purchase. I realise that in a nearly 50 year old car it’s unlikely you have much knowledge of history, but a main reason that I ask is that the Porsche service records on the photographs are for a different car. Also the current engine in the car appears to be a very… Read more »

Adam - Trade Classics
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Hi Tony – no problem at all. I’ll reply on Tony’s behalf as he’s a bit busy at the moment. This car isn’t fully matching numbers. Also, it’s likely someone just bought a service book off the net at some point in the past. You’ll probably right about the engine swap – but that must have been many years ago. FYI the reserve price on this car is super low and not sold as a matching numbers. We’ve updated the listing to say the service book is from a different car – thanks for the spot 🙂 Cheers Adam Service… Read more »

Steve Baxter
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Steve Baxter

How can I bid on this auction ?

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Steve Baxter
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Steve Baxter

I keep trying to register but it keeps saying my email address is already registered

Adam - Trade Classics
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Hi Steve – that’s because you already are. Did you do it in the past? If you click on the login link then you’ll see a ‘Forgotten Password’ link – you can reset your password. If you get any issues then just call the office number shown at the bottom of this listing.

Kev
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Kev

Very helpful, thanks Tony

Kev
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Kev

Hi Tony is it possible to take a photo of the engine number? It is directly behind the oil filler stamped into the block?

Tony Haines
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Tony Haines

Hi Kev Apologies for the delay as I couldnt get into the garage until today. I am not great with IT and have now sent some pics to Trade Classics so they should be available later today. Thanks Tony

Tom Brett
Member

Hi Kev,

I have uploaded the photos of the engine number that can be found at the bottom of the gallery. GC006312. Many Thanks, Tom

dmnak72
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dmnak72

Afternoon Tony, How extensive is the rust in the boot…. is it surface or deeper into the metal ?

Also the rust affecting the doors, have you looked in behind the door cards at any point ?

Many thanks,

Ken.

Tony Haines
Guest
Tony Haines

Hi Ken

There is no rust I can really identify in the boot. Some very monor surface but minimal. No I havent looked behind the door cards since I have owned it.

Tony

Tony Haines
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Tony Haines

Kev

I will pull the car out on Saturday and take out the battery and grab some photos and get them over to you at the weekend.

Tony

Kev
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Kev

Hi Tony any luck with the pics?

Tony Haines
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Tony Haines

Hi Kev

I was away at the weekend on business bt the photoos should be up this morning

Tom Brett
Member

Hi Kev,

I have uploaded the photos now as can be seen at the bottom of the gallery,

Many Thanks,

Tom

Kev
Guest
Kev

Hi Tom I will have a look now.

Kev
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Kev

Hi Tony can you tell me if the hell hole has been repaired?
What condition are the sills in behind the covers?

Tony Haines
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Tony Haines

Hi Kev

Apologies I am not familiar with the term ‘Hell Hole” so if you could expand I will do my best to answer.

Regarding the sills the car has been regularly maintained and inspected and apart from 2019 MOT’d on a ‘ do whateever is needed basis’ and nothing has been flagged. Glynn the Consigner has taken more photos than I though imaginable so hopefully covered the area you are highlighting. If not let me know specifically the area of interest and and I am am happy to take additional pics and send over

Kev
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Kev

Hi Tony the hell joke is directly under the battery tray, this is prone to rusting inside out.

Paul Townsend
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Paul Townsend

Hi Any oil leaks ? WHen was the car painted ? Any MOT advisories ? Any leaks from the targa

Tony Haines
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Tony Haines

Hi Paul Only a dribble and no need to top up. Happy to send a photo of the rubber mat under the car where it has been regularly parked for the last theree years. Last MOT was 2018 which should be on the diocs and I believe was just an adjustment of the handbrake cable but happy to double check. Last year drove all the way back from Goodwood 3 hours in pouring rain and no interior leaks from the Targa. But car is garaged and I dont normally take it out in the rain and no reason to think… Read more »

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