Porsche 914-6 Recreation by US 914-6 Werkshop, 1975, 2.7 911S Engine, 85k miles

PORSCHE 914-6
Recreation by 914-6 Werkshop, 911S 2.7 Flat Six Engine, 915 ‘Dog-leg’ 5 Speed
Gearbox, 15” FUCHS Alloy Wheels, VW Mars Red, Uprated Suspension, Very Nice
Condition.

 

*1975 Porsche
914-6 Recreation

*US Dry-State 914
Base Car

*Work by Ben
McFarland of US 914-6 Werkshop

*85,000 miles
(indicated)

*1974 2.7 911S
Engine Conversion

*Weber
Carburettors

*Front Oil Cooler

*901 ‘dog-leg 1^st’
5 Speed Transmission

*1970’s 911 Front
Suspension

*911S Front
Brakes

*Koni Springs

*Hayward &
Scott Stainless Steel Exhaust

*15” FUCH Alloy
Wheels

*Black Interior

*Mars Red
Paintwork

*History File
(from conversion in 2000)

*Imported into
the UK in 2016

*1 Former UK
owner

*Genuine 914-6
Owners Handbook

*Very Nice
Condition Throughout

 

CONTACT:

Telephone
Numbers:-

Simon – 07971
402872

Landline – 01925
213389

 

WEBSITE:

www.cheshiresportclassics.co.uk

 

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PHOTO GALLERY:

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DESCRIPTION:

CSC present for
sale this fantastic 914-6 Recreation, carried out by renowned US 914 specialist
Ben McFarland at 914-6 Werkshop between 2000 and 2002, and based on a US
dry-state late model 1975 914 2.0.

 

The Porsche 914
was a collaboration by Porsche and Volkswagen and launched in 1970 as an entry
level 2 seat, mid-engine sports car as was also known as the VW-Porsche.

 

The car was
designed with a long wheelbase to allow for a good-sized cabin with the engine
located just behind the rear bulkhead. The car featured short overhangs, pop-up
headlights, a removable composite targa roof panel and storage areas both front
and rear (basically a very early Boxster).

 

The 914 was
available with either Volkswagens 1.7 litre four-cylinder boxser engine
producing 80PS or with Porsches 2.0 litre six-cylinder engine from the 911 T
producing 110PS, this variant being referred to as the 914-6 and was only
produced from 1970 to 1972.

 

In 1973, a 2.0
litre four-cylinder model based on the 1.7 VW producing 100PS was made
available which was followed with a 1.8 litre, 85PS four-cylinder option.

 

The four-cylinder
models were fitted with a four-stud wheel pattern and manufactured by
coachbuilder Karmann at their Osnabruck factory. The six-cylinder models were
fitted with a five-stud wheel pattern and were built at its main production
site in Stuttgart.

 

Finding a good
useable example of a genuine 914-6 these days is not an easy task and should
you be fortunate enough to find one for sale, they command a high premium
thanks to their low production numbers and their mechanical connection the
their bigger brother the 1970’s 911 which makes them hugely collectible
today. 

 

The base car for
this build was a 914 2.0 originally supplied in 1975 to a buyer in New Mexico
where it remained until around 1990 when it was sold to a new owner in Arizona.
In 2020, the car became the subject of a 914-6 conversion by Ben Mcfarland at 914-6
Werkshop in 2000.

 

Ben sourced a
1974 911S 2.7 engine which had covered 74,000 miles which was then stripped
down and rebuilt before being fitted to the car. Additional conversion work
included the 914-6 GT-pattern oil-cooler from Patric Motorsports installed in
the front compartment, Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection system replaced with
twin carburettors, a 911 front suspension swap including 911S light-alloy brake
calipers and rear hub upgrade to accommodate a set of 15” light alloy FUCH
wheels and a custom stainless steel header and exhaust.

 

Internally, the
914 received re-trimmed ‘basket weave’ seats and door trims, a new replacement
dashboard, re-built centre console and a new carpet set whilst the exterior was
re-finished in a fresh coat of Mars Red paint.

 

Once the work was
completed and following 4000 miles of shake-down and adjustment to ensure all
was good, the car was sold to a new owner based in Michigan around 2004 who
owned the car until 2011 when it was purchased by the next owner in Arizona.

 

In 2011, the car
was advertised for sale on the US auction site ‘bring a trailer’ and purchased
by UK air-cooled specialists Greatworth Classics in Banbury who imported the
914 and had it registered for UK use.

 

The car was
purchased from Greatworth Classics in July 2019 by the current owner and active
member of the Porsche community. The car has since covered around 5,000 miles,
mainly attending Porsche club events and driving rallies, sharing garage space
with the owners 356 when not in use.

 

During this
period, the 914 has been serviced and maintained by specialist UK independents
such as Jaz Porsche, Ninemeister and the supplying dealer Greatworth Classics.

 

Externally, this
914 presents very well with very good paintwork, unblemished brightwork and
good panel fitment, and the 15” Fuch alloy wheels remain in very nice condition
with no major marks. Tyres are all matching and fairly recent with excellent
tread remaining.

 

Internally, the
car has a light patina but remains a well sorted space with all surfaces and
trims in very good condition with just light signs of use as you would expect
in a car knocking on for 50 years old. The removable Targa roof panel is in
very good condition and can be unclipped and removed to give an ‘open air’
experience, and better access to the wonderful noise of the 2.7 flat six. The
roof panel cleverly stores away in the rear boot area offering either hard top
or open top motoring as the weather dictates whilst out on the road.

 

The engine bay is
very clean, tidy with the conversion clearly being done with attention to
detail which makes for an OEM look. The car has two luggage areas, the front
compartment which despite the fitment of the oil cooler, still offers some very
useful luggage space, and the rear boot area retains the original carpet and
offers another very useful luggage compartment (unless the targa panel is
stored there).

 

On the road, this
little 914-6 has a unique charm. The surprisingly spacious cabin offers
fantastic all-round visibility and an old school simplicity which is nothing
but addictive. The original 901 ‘dog-leg’ 5 speed transmission feels tight and
precise and is a joy to use once you get the hang of it and the steering comes
alive once on the move. Brakes are progressive and smooth and the engine eager
to rev when given the chance.

 

A quite different
driving experience from a period 911, though still familiar to any classic
enthusiast of the brand. The soundtrack however remains very familiar to any
classic 911 owner and with much less weight to push around, the car offers the
perfect balance of engagement and performance. Theres a lot to like about this
well sorted 914-6 derived recreation.

 

This 914-6
Recreation was featured in the May 2019 edition of 911 & Porsche World
magazine in which the car received a very positive review from motoring
journalist Chris Horton who tested the car whilst it was for sale at Greatworth
Classics, just prior to being purchased by the current owner. A copy of the
magazine accompanies the car.

 

SPECIFICATION:

Engine:               1974 911S 2.7 six cylinder

Power:                170 PS (estimated)

Transmission:      901 5-Speed with ‘dog-leg’ 1^st gear

Interior:              Black vinyl

VIN No:              4752910151

Engine No:          6141591

 

BODYWORK:

Re-chromed Front
Bumper

Replacement
Bumper Rubbers (2001)

Mars Red
Paintwork (2001)

 

INTERIOR:

Retrimmed Seats
and Door Trims in Black Basket Weave

Replacement
Dashboard

Retrimmed Leather
Steering Wheel

Replacement
Carpet Set

Radio / CD

 

MECHANICAL:

1974 911S 2.7
engine

Patric
Motorsports GT-pattern front oil-cooler 

Twin Weber
Carburettors

Facet Electronic
Fuel pump

911 Front
Suspension

911S Front Brake
Callipers

5 Stud Rear Hubs

Koni Suspension

15” Fuch Light
Alloy Wheels

Hayward &
Scott Stainless Steel Exhaust

 

PRICE:

This Superb 914/6
Recreation is for sale at £35,995

The car is HPi
clear and has an MOT valid until 17/07/2024

The 914-6 comes
with:

*3 Months Classic
Warranty cover

*Spare Keys

*History File
(from conversion in 2000)

*Genuine 914/6
Owners Handbook

*Porsche 914
Haynes Manual

*Copy of May 2019
911 & Porsche World magazine (featuring the car)

LOCATION:

We are located in South Warrington, Cheshire, just a few
minutes from M6 Junction 20 or M56 Junctions 10 or 11. We are also just 20
minutes from Manchester or Liverpool Airports, and local to both Warrington
train stations, collection from which can be arranged.

VEIWING &
SECURITY:

Viewing is strictly by appointment only, please call to
arrange a suitable day and time. Please bring Photo ID (ideally passport) and
driving license if you require a test drive. Emails and text messages are
welcome, but may take a while to return.