1971 Porsche 911 S
- Engine
- 2.2L air-cooled flat-six, Bosch mechanical fuel injection, 180 bhp
- Colour
- Bahia Red
A 1971 Porsche 911 S finished in Bahia Red over black upholstery, retaining its original engine and featuring the aluminium rear deck lid unique to this model year. Optioned with Recaro Sport seats and a period Becker Europa II radio, the car benefits from Porsche's 1969 wheelbase extension and the 180 hp fuel-injected flat-six. It formed part of a notable East Coast private collection and is accompanied by service records, an owner's manual, a tool kit, and a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$159,500
- —Auction saleSold US$100,800
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownEast Coast private collection (well-known)partial documentation
Vehicle was part of a recognized private collection on the US East Coast; during this period it reportedly received mechanical work on the transaxle and fuel injection system and was driven infrequently.
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownMr. Mannpartial documentation
Described as the final owner, an enthusiast with a strong appreciation for air-cooled 911s; the car retains its original engine and was serviced by Pat Williams Racing prior to consignment.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Mechanical
Work carried out on the transaxle, mechanical fuel injection system, and various other mechanical components prior to Mr. Mann's ownership.
Reportedly completed before the car joined the current owner's collection.
- —ServicePat Williams Racing
Pre-sale servicing carried out by a noted motorsport and specialist workshop.
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