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What are the things in life that make you feel good? Mountains to climb? Water to play in? Sun? Sand? Space? Whatever they are, you’ll find them even more enjoyable in a Porsche 914. It’s as close as we could get to building a mountain goat.

It’ll take you to the most dizzying heights, thanks to electronic fuel injection that feeds the engine the exact amount of gas it needs at all times. As a matter of fact, with its 4-wheel independent suspension, your 914 will feel right at home on most kinds of terrain The steepest trail is no problem, with its 5-speed gearbox. And having an engine in the middle gives it a lower center of gravity. Better balance. Stability Superb cornering. Even deceleration.

But what goes up the mountain must come down. So the 914 has 4-wheel disc brakes. And rack-and-pinion steering that lets you feel the road through the sharpest hands. Mountain goat? Maybe. But if you’re heading for the open spaces next to a camel the 914 is the most practical thing you could take along. The engine is air-cooled, so it goes forever without a drink of water. And it go’s far between oases. About 26 miles to the gallon.

The 914’s a fair weather friend that won’t let you down in foul weather. The fiberglass top snaps off in seconds. It stores under the rear trunk lid, where it takes up virtually no space. When it rains it snaps on almost as fast. And won’t rip or leak.

If it’s space you’re looking for, you’ll be amaze you’ll find in this 2-seater sports car.35.9headroor room.57of hip room. And if that still isn’t enough, there’s 9 cu.ft. of rear trunk. Plus 6 cu.ft.in the front trunk. For your further pleasure, the 914 offers a foam dashboard.

A steering column with a turn signal saw horn and windshield wiper/washer control built rig And pop-up headlights. There’s a space saving console tray. Flo-through Carpeting. And behind the steel roll bar is the name POR spaced out. After all is said and done, that might he makes you feel best of all.

Impressed with the features of the 914? Well take a look at the 914S. It comes equipped with all the things that are on the 914.Plus! There’s a bigger engine with more horsepower. It makes you feel as good as you look. It has forged light alloy wheels. They make you look as good as Between the two front seats is a deluxe console. It comes with a clock. Oil pressure gauge. Voltmeter. And, on top of that, it’s a handy catch-all for maps, loose change and anything else you like to have within easy reach.

Some other things that are optional on the 914,but come as standard equipment on the 914S are fog lights. A chrome bumper. A dual tone horn. Velour carpeting. And a leatherette covered roll bar, as well as a leatherette covered steering wheel. So if you’re looking for a Porsche that takes up where the 914 leaves off, take a look at the 914 S. It’s a little more powerful way of having a powerful lot of fun.