The 914 (and the 914-6) is to Porsche as folklore is to barren areas of Northern Scotland.

Shaped like familiar prop police chase cars of the 70s but with unconventional minimalist blendings, all while stunting the notorious headlights of the 944 and 928, it’s not surprising to discover that this car was never intended to take the luxury auto industry by storm.

Although never even a semi-brewed success, the 914 has become but a gentle wind wisp, and, despite periodically brushing against garden windchimes, is still shunned by even the most die-hard Porsche aficionados; a relic banished to the devoid depths of the garage, much like many of the Bee Gees CDs of the same decade.

Despite its anomalous shape, it remains a car that rarely gets much, if any, media coverage (whether that’s magazine or social) these days unless it’s detailing the, generously deemed, rise and fall of one of the most aesthetically disconcerting, but simultaneously charming, Porsches in the history of the German manufacturer.

“That’s not a Porsche model!” I hear you cry, probably under the guise that if Porsche had made such a model you’d have seen it on every old-school Porsche “regrammer” account – and, well, truth be told, you’d be half right.

You see by the time the swinging 60s had come to an end, both Volkswagen and its “sister” company Porsche were in need of new models – for Porsche, this was a replacement for the 912, and for Volkswagen, this was a replacement for the Type 34 Karmann Ghiacoupé. Not only that, but this was the same period of time that Porsche took care of Volkswagen development work, which was thanks to a contractual agreement. However, this agreement would be coming to an end after Volkswagen outsourced one last project to Porsche. This project was, of course, the Porsche 914.

Despite headbutting over who constructed the original blueprint, the first prototype 914 was showcased on March the 1st, 1968, with the majority of the design credit going to Heinrich Klie.

Despite a promising start to the Seventy’s, winning Motor Trend’s car of the year 1970, clashes between Porsche and Volkswagen continued to escalate, and with no tooling expenses covered by Porsche, clueless consumers watched as the 914-6’s price skyrocketed to eye-watering levels (comparable to that of the 911T).

Unsurprisingly, sales were extremely slow, consumers were not sold on either of the aesthetics of the 914-6 nor the fact that it was the least powerful model within the collection of Porsche’s flat-sixes; and just like that, after a measly 3,351, the 914-6 was put to bed forever.

However, where the story ends for the 914-6, the 914, which carried a 2.0 L flat-4 engine, continued to rise in stature, outselling the 911 with 118,000 units sold worldwide until it was discontinued in 1976.

The 914 and 914-6 remain one of the most awe-inspiring vehicles to come out of Porsche’s laboratory, not least for its backstory and aesthetics.

That being said, let’s delve into the World of parts available for the 914 and 914-6.

Limited Slip Differential (LSD) NXG (Next Generation)

The latest NXG LSD is designed and manufactured to be the strongest, most progressive and versatile LSD unit in the marketplace today.

The 3J plate pack always run with 8 active surfaces, even in our lighter settings, giving maximum surfaces and surface area contact during use. Our new pre-load spacer helps generate the pre-load. 

Rather than just have the 2 or 3 settings of other units, we can ‘fine tune’ to particular pre-load settings complemented with our choice of ramps, to get the perfect LSD set up for you. 

The Bevel and planet gear pack has been designed to be the smoothest mesh, biggest and strongest tooth profile that we have ever been involved with. Eliminating the rattle, and excessive backlash of other units (also With the added benefit of dual ramps).

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Paradigm Shifter

Stomski’s long-awaited Paradigm Shifter is a comprehensive new design, look, and function for the Porsche driver desiring a more precise shifting experience. 

With comprehensive features such as variable throw (20 or 30% reduction), reverse lock-out, fully neutral-sprung gates, and CNC machined components, 911 drivers can now predictably and confidently shift their Porsches. 

The Paradigm Shifter combines the highest quality components including, Titanium, Carbon Fiber, and Alcantara for extreme durability, classic looks, supreme ergonomics, and the ultimate precision shifting. 

The Paradigm Shifter is not just a kit to rebuild your factory shifter, or a bolt-on/add-on, it is a complete unit, engineered and manufactured for both the street and race environment. 

The Paradigm Shifter comes complete with base, housing and internal components, shift rod, shift knob, Alcantara boot, our SR010 Precision Shift Coupler, our Coupler Clamp, and new bushings, all in a hardened shipping case.

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Performance kit to allow fitment of 2 x Genuine Spanish Weber 34 ICT carburettors

Performance kit to allow fitment of 2 x Genuine Spanish Weber 40DCOE carburettors to the Porsche 924 2 litre engine

Kit consists of

2 x Weber 40DCOE carburettors

1 x Intake Manifold 

1 x Webcon linkage set

Softmounts, studs, nuts, washers and WEBER tuning manual etc

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Limited Slip Differential (LSD)

Patented Wavetrac® design automatically improves grip in low traction conditions. This feature is truly innovative and unlike any other torque biasing diff design.

9310 steel gears run in case-hardened billet or forged steel bodies. ARP® fasteners used throughout.

As supplied new, the Wavetrac® differential will perform a lifetime of service without maintenance or rebuilds.

If desired, you can alter the diff’s behaviour to suit your needs using optional components.

All Wavetrac® differentials include a transferable, Limited Lifetime Warranty.

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Forged JE piston and liner kit 96mm 2.0

JE Forgings are made from 2618 Aluminum, They have a 0 offset with extra material under the top for the valve pockets. This set comes with a 34.6mm Compression Height and a 24mm Pin.

The slightly smaller compression height allows you to easily build small stroked engines 71 to 78mm with the Standard length rods that have 24mm pins. It is a Slip kit no machine work is needed.

Set includes 4 pistons, 4 cylinders, 4 pins and a set of rings.

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Final Thoughts

Whether you’re an admirer of the 914 and 914-6 for the aesthetics, specs or limited availability, there is no denying that it is a car almost wholely lost in the cob-webbed circle of the 20th Century Porsche timeline.

Where some models have fared better, it’s unlikely we will ever see an incarnation of the 914 or 914-6 again, and for some, this is reason enough to delve into the market for an affordable, ruggedly handsome “Porsche” vehicle.

Have any queries about parts for your Porsche, need some information, want to chat with a specialist or need help with a problem to do with other services/parts? Don’t hesitate to contact us, visit our shop to see items on offer or enquire about our services – we’ll be happy to help with all manners of Porsche!