History: The car has its maintenance booklet and its purchase invoice from 1973. In the file is the first original registration card in the maiden name of its owner and his second registration card in her married name dated 1999. Her son becomes the owner in July 2019. Art Restoration purchases this 914 in September 2020.
Maintenance: The file contains the partially completed maintenance booklet and around thirty invoices for regular maintenance. The clutch was redone at 42,302 km then at 64,348 km. The engine seals were made at 49,516 km. Periodic maintenance will be done for the sale, Axles, braking system, electrical and signaling circuit will be repaired for the sale.
Bodywork: The trunks, engine compartment, floor, rockers, side member under the battery show no signs of rust either repairs. The paint was redone in the 90s, we are going to redo the paint on both sides of this 914 to have a result that matches its pedigree.
Interior: In an incredible state of preservation, a deep cleaning will restore it to its period luster. Its spare wheel is made of aluminum and its original jack is present.
Dynamics: It is exemplary of a car that has been little used, without vibrations or parasitic noise. Its engine is straightforward, responsive and efficient. The gears shift with all the precision one would expect from a new 914.
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