1973 VW Porsche 914 - Mid-Engined Sports-car!

In this 66th Video from Classic Car ChitChat you will get to see a stunningly beautiful 1973 Porsche 914. This Porsche has the classic VW air cooled engine with it’s iconic sound and a Targa roof that stores snugly in the rear. The 914 was created has a beautiful design with a removable Targa roof, pop up headlights. The engine was only a 1.7L flat four boxer engine that developed about 80HP!
In case you are keeping Track this is Video # 66 of Classic Car ChitChat Videos!
I hope my Classic Car ChitChat video’s make you smile. I do them in my spare time because I truly love cars and my intentions are simply to honour the beautiful cars I get to see and to really understand the passion and love of the vehicle by the driver (or caretaker as Jay Leno would say) of the car. I also understand too that my videos perhaps lack the polish calibre of great KZbinrs like: Doug DeMuro, Scotty Kilmer, and of course my favourite Supercar Blondie. I also know that I can’t even come close the quality & finish you get from the likes of Jeremy Clarkson and the boys at Top Gear. I think they use a little fancier equipment than my little iPhone… LOL
Mission Statement:
My Objective through creating these videos is to shine the spotlight on people who love their vehicles whether it be a car, motorcycle, or even a bicycle…. Bottom line is if it has wheels and you love it then let’s show that passion to the world!
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Kevin
ADDITIONAL
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Music Sourced from KZbin’s Library:
The Take Down - By DJ Williams

[@jimohara4796]

Regarding the side mirrors - the passenger side mirror was an option that doesn't appear to have been offered in the US / North America but definitely have been spotted on the assembly line for 914s heading for European countries (minus the round side marker "warts" as well!). Although the passenger door does have the mounting bolts for a side mirror welded on the door should you wish to add one, you just have to drill out the holes in the door. The factory side mirror can be used on either side, you just have to twist the base around. My OCD might compel me to enlarge the hole for the existing clock and replace it with the slightly larger factory 914 clock option. You have the factory 914 volt meter so why not match the size with your clock! All the best.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Jim, thank you also for the info on the side mirrors.

[@jimohara4796]

Point of clarification on the round side markers - These were an add-on to meet US regulations. Euro cars split the front marker light into two sections - a small section at the bottom for the marker light, the rest above for the turn signal. The split can be seen in the Hella lens. The wheels on this car are the highly desired Fuchs forged alloys available with the appearance group. The 914 never came with a hood badge, those there are reports that they were added at the dealership. The center console is not factory as stated but was one of the 3rd party add-ons available. A beautiful car - thank you for sharing!

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Jim, first of all, thank you so very much for watching my video and subscribing to my channel channel I truly appreciate it. I also appreciate your feedback and will share with the owner. You certainly have an insight into this beautiful car.! Thank you 😊

[@pg9144]

Also, non-factory paint color

[@davejohnson2814]

This has to be one of my favorite cars of all time. It is so unique and just a blend of art and machine and screams the 70's. Great fun video.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Thank you Dave. It truly is fun

[@MegaLegend63]

Saw this beauty on eglington today. Lovely car kevin! It was nice seeing it in real life

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Abdel, first of all thank you so much for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. I agree with you it is such a cool car that always makes you stare at the marvel of engineering. I am thrilled you got to see her in real life.

[@troycobb6925]

The centre console I think is after market. I have seen a few retrofits like this before. This was one of the best cars from the 70's and great to see it still being enjoyed. Great video and love the drone shots.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Thanks Troy for the info on the console.

[@adamchaifetz5876]

Center console was an option called the "Appearance Package" was $300

[@frankename1984]

Fantastic video and a really great car made with a brilliant VW engine.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Thank you Frank it really is something else.

[@jamesshilton597]

Fantastic engineering and still a great car after all these years.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Thank you James

[@steveriley1178]

Beautiful car one of the best from back in 73.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Thanks Steve.. I completely agree with you.

[@susanball7925]

How cool is this car. I had never seen one like this ever before and I loved the funnel to collect the rain.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Thanks Susan.. it’s basic but it works so well… beautiful German engineering.

[@juliafinch359]

One of the cutest cars I have ever seen So beautiful.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Thank you Julia

[@adamchaifetz5876]

I am on my third 914. They are the most fun and most under rated car. Thank You for featuring this.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Adam, first of all thank you so very much for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. I too did not know much about this car until I met David to make the video. It truly is a joy and so much fun. Always turns heads and has a great sound that you can only experience.. as I’m sure you enjoy.

[@adamchaifetz5876]

@@ClassicCarChitChat There are cars that are much more expensive and more technological. I love for people to see what a car was like in 1975, so I keep mine close to original as possible. It always amazes people to see the simplistic beauty of a car that in my opinion was so under appreciated.

[@carlfurtado3312]

Fantastic story I too dream in the 80s of owning a 914 my brother bought in 73 a blue73 bug but I never learn to drive standard. That the breaks of life

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Hi Carl, first of all thank you so much for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. The Porsche is really something else and with its VW engine it truly is something so special. If you would like to reminisce a little more check out video #38. It will leave you speechless!

[@carlfurtado3312]

@@ClassicCarChitChat looking forward to watch your video Iam a true motor head have visit 15 top museum in North America. We have 80 Camaro TRoof restore 30 yrs ago with my son… E46 2002 and a new mustang 2016 convertible competition orange one 12 in canada

[@evanbarr9270]

My dad had a 2.0 1973 with quad exhaust 5 speed. It would go over 120 easy when you ran it thru the gears. not close to red line In 5th.this was a 2.0 four and it really ran well

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Evan, First of all thank you so very much for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention for the videos is to allow ´ordinary people’ like you and I who love cars an opportunity to speak about their love of their car and why that car means so much to them. After all we are all the ´caretakers’ of our cars (as Jay Leno rightly says). You were lucky to have a cool father who appreciated fine engineering!

[@evanbarr9270]

@@ClassicCarChitChat thank you for the vid.

[@davidhall1707]

Excellent review! Such an articulate owner. This is my first look at the channel... looking forward to watching more episodes....... subscribed!

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

David, First of all thank you so very much for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention for the videos is to showcase the car and also allow the owner of the car (the caretaker as Jay Leno rightly says) the opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. David(the owner of the car) is truly a wealth of knowledge and knows his cars very well, hence his business focusing on getting cars for car lovers. I hope to my videos will highlight different cars and especially why as car lovers our cars resonate with them.

[@kenrobertson4109]

Wonderful engineering

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Thank you Ken, I would agree.

[@diegovasquez7048]

Perfect car.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

It sure is

[@roncarter1958]

Great car… long on the commercials

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Thank you Ron .. LOL Thé commercials are placed by KZbin!

[@henji_6331]

There is no side orange light on the european versions. Much better in term of style if you ask my opinion.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Henji, the car is just lovely and such a head turner to this day. I also wanted to take a moment to personally thank for taking the time to watching my videos, leaving a comment and for subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention when creating these videos is to showcase not only the beautiful car but give the owner an opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. Thanks again Kevin.

[@georgebarrett2132]

Beautifully unique VW sportcar. there would be no Porsche if not for Ferry's VW...this is a WOLKSWAGEN(!), built for the boxer-4cyl. The front end trearment, though, does owe e(n)ough to Rickman's Elan+2 of '67 but, admittedly, better executed...especially with headlamps active. well presented vid Mike(oopsy)Kevin) 👍...and you nailed the specifics David❤. and especialy when saying that there's really not much indepth history/tech-analyses to be found on this car.....if you Dave, or some other entusiasts here could help me out with just one pressing question?....upon which VW platform was the 914 built around?...was it a continuation of the Type-34's Type-3 floorpan?...or perhaps some other Porsche model? my fave VW's, with a couple sometimes altering in order of preference, yet all still ranking very high on my general all time list; ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 5th) 1968-1974 Type-4 (411/412)...and must be the the 4door sedan, VW's 1st...plus Brooks did a magnificent front restyle on the rare 412) 4th) 1962 Type-3 Knotchback fixedtop. 3rd) 1950 -2002 Type-2...(T1 bus 1st, T3 vanagon (westfalia) 2nd, T2 baywindow 3dr crewcab 3rd). 2nd) 1938-2003 Type-1...preferrably the original split window and /or of the oval rear window with flat windscreen) 1st) 1955-1959 Type-14 (lowlight) 2+2 fixedtop...(would be my personal choice if must c(h)oose betwee(n) it and this 914/4). . PS...(love and would include the '62 Type-34 but personally, and from an ethics point for originality, must bestow that honor onto the original Corvair).

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

First of all George, I would like to thank you for watching my videos and subscribing to the channel I truly appreciate it. Your insight into this beautiful car is extraordinary and will be sure to share with the owner.

[@georgebarrett2132]

@@ClassicCarChitChat thanks Kevin, and again for the great work you do. more power my man.

[@aoife1122]

Anyone saying the 914 is NARP hasn't got a clue. Just remind them ignoramuses of Le Mans 1970, that should shut 'em up. The wee 914 showed up and went on to win its class, finishing 6th overall, only beaten by the "almighty" Porsche 917 and Ferrari 512S (and there's really no shame in that), ahead of a bunch of Porsche 911 and a Ferrari 312. 😉

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Aoife, First of all thank you so very much for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention for the videos is to allow "ordinary" people who love cars an opportunity to speak about their car and why that car means so much to them. Thanks for highlighting that because you are right this little car is a rocket on the roads.

[@aoife1122]

@@ClassicCarChitChat If it's a pre-1973 model, have the anti-roll bars fitted and dial-in a bit of negative camber... that's when the REAL fun starts. ;)

[@Jack-si2pg]

Is the Porsche 356 a real porsche? Is the 924 a real porsche? Is the 912 a real porsche? All of them had more or less Volkswagen engines.

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Jack, first of all thank you for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. You do raise a good point. It shows the awesome engineering of Volkswagen and how simple it became to put the Porsche branding elements on it to make it a “Porsche”.😀

[@keith3970]

It's not a "Porsh".

[@ClassicCarChitChat]

Keith, First of all thank you so very much for watching my videos and subscribing to my channel I truly appreciate it. My intention for the videos is to showcase the car and also allow the owner of the car (the caretaker as Jay Leno rightly says) the opportunity to share their story, love and passion for their car. Would you consider this car to be strictly a VW design, engineering and build with Porsche badges as perhaps a better description?

[@keith3970]

@@ClassicCarChitChat No,it's that Porsha is pronounced POR SHA.Thats all.Your video work is great.I was surprised the owner mispronounced his car's name.