1973 914 2.0

In 1973, Porsche introduced a significant upgrade to the 914 with the addition of a fuel-injected 2.0-liter version of Volkswagen’s air-cooled Type 4 engine. This new power plant, which remained in the model until the end of its production in 1976, was a substantial improvement over the previous four-cylinder engines offered in the 914. Generating 100 horsepower at 5000 rpm, this engine not only matched the torque output of the earlier six-cylinder version but did so at a lower rpm, enhancing drivability. Moreover, its lighter weight contributed to better handling and performance, marking a pivotal enhancement in the 914's development.

This 1973 914 2.0 benefits from a recent refurbishment by the selling dealer with a repaint in its original shade of Phoenix Red and a reseal of the engine. The car shows 40,000 miles on the odometer although listed as True Mileage Unknown, TMU.

The Phoenix Red paint looks to be in good condition save for a crack in the rear bumper and the seller includes pictures of the work in the gallery. The Black leatherette interior with cloth inserts looks very nice as well along with the engine bay and undercarriage. Pictures of the engine work and receipts for the work are seen in the gallery too. Overall a very well-done 2.0-liter 914.

Prices for 914 2.0s vary widely as they made a ton of them, and they are in various states of repair, and disrepair. With bids anywhere from $5k to over $60k, averages have remained around $20k while softening a bit over the last twelve months.

Our Spotlight 914 sold at a final bid of $46,500. Up there with some of the higher bids and well deserved for the work put into this one. It’s nice to see a 2.0-liter do well, and a solid result for both buyer and seller. I would of been in on this one if I were in the market.

Two things that go hand-in-hand? Porsche and watches. Every Porschephile I know is also a watch nerd. And like Porsches, watches can be enjoyed at all price points. 

On a recent visit to Pittsburgh, SML subscriber Allan S. tossed me his new Sheffield Allsport watch. Sheffield Watches is a reboot of an old dive watch brand founded in New York in the ‘50s that was synonymous with producing low-price point, quality watches. The weight of the stainless steel case felt robust, as did the feel of the screw-down crown and unidirectional bezel—definitely quality. As for price point, the Sheffield diver punches way above its weight at $108. You can’t buy more watch for the money, period. 

And that’s what Sheffield Watches’ founder Jay Turkbas set out to accomplish, reviving the brand's ethos and creating a watch synonymous with quality, technology, and affordability. Taking inspiration from his original Sheffield watch from the ’70s and his 30-plus years of experience in product development and innovation, he knocked it out of the park with a durable watch capable of exploring the depths of the ocean one day and cars & coffee the next. And all at a price point equivalent to the $13 the watch originally cost back then. Take a moment to give Sheffield Watches a look. I know you’ll be just as impressed as I am.

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