The
1974 model year marked the end of the 1.7L Porsche 914, as the less powerful
models were beefed up to a displacement of 1.8L (although actual horsepower
decreased from 80 to 76 due to the introduction of emission control equipment).
Subsequently, rear badging for U.S. specification Porsche 914 vehicles changed
from "1.7" or "2.0" to "1.8" or "2.0" on
1974-1976 model year cars. The European specification cars
continued with the single "914 VW Porsche" emblem as described on the "Euro Badges" page.
The
"1.8" badges are all exactly 60mm long by 20mm high. They are 3mm thick and
attached to the vehicles by two 10mm rear prongs that fit through holes in
the chassis and are subsequently secured via speed nuts. These prongs are
spaced 51mm center to center, with a 4mm offset (higher on the right).
This mounting post spacing is uniform across all three engine size designation
emblems (1.7, 1.8 & 2.0) permitting chassis production consistency.
Current
eBay listings for Porsche 914 "1.8" emblems (compare with items
pictured on this page to ensure authenticity):
The
1.8L engine was not available in Porsche 914 automobiles produced
prior to the 1974 model year.
"1.8"
rear emblems on the 1974-1975 Porsche
914 U.S. specification 1.8L models are constructed
of black plastic.
There
were only 18 1976 Porsche 914 1.8L vehicles
produced. While rear badges on the 1976 2.0L models are
vinyl adhesive, it is unknown whether the 1976 1.8L cars had
a similar change or retained plastic emblems (although the
latter is more likely). If you have a
1976 1.8L car with factory rear badging, please ContactUs@P914.com
