LE Bumble Bee

LE Bumble Bee (code U1V9) is documented in the database as a near-black at #060603 — the body colour of the 1974 Porsche 914 Limited Edition's black-based configuration, most accurately described as the base black of the famous Bumblebee two-tone scheme rather than a monochromatic colour in its own right. Rennbow confirms it was sold alongside the limited-edition dual-colour Creamsicle 914, with the Bumblebee name arising from the combination of black bodywork over Sunflower Yellow accent panels — rocker panels, bumpers, spoiler, and wheels. Research confirms that Porsche imported 500 cars in the Bumblebee configuration and 500 in the Creamsicle configuration, with the Bumblebee scheme also featuring negative-letter Porsche side stripes, Mahle wheels, anti-roll bars, and the 2.0-litre engine as standard. One documented community example in the database reflects both the rarity of the surviving 914 LE fleet and the fact that the colour entry documents a combined scheme rather than a simple paint code. Today, original Bumblebee 914 LEs carry a significant collector premium and enjoy cult status among 914 specialists.