1969 Porsche 911
- Engine
- 2.7L air-cooled flat-six SOHC, rebuilt to RS spec, ~210 bhp (replacement; original 2.2L unit also included)
- Colour
- Silver Metallic
A 1971 Porsche 911 T coupe, chassis 0245, finished in Silver Metallic over a black leatherette interior, believed to have spent its entire life in southern California. Originally equipped for the US market with comfort and convenience options, the car has been extensively upgraded: its original 2.2-litre engine has been replaced by a rebuilt 2.7-litre unit prepared to RS specification, while the suspension, brakes, and exhaust have all been overhauled. The original engine is included with the sale.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$145,750
- Date unknownSouthern California owner(s)partial documentation
Believed to have remained in southern California throughout its life; precise ownership chain is unspecified.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Restoration
The cabin was fully refurbished, with the door panels, dashboard, carpeting, and headliner brought to a factory-fresh standard; the black leatherette surfaces and sport seats were also addressed.
- —Engine rebuild
The original 2.2-litre engine was replaced with a 2.7-litre unit that was professionally rebuilt to RS specification; extensive supporting documentation is on file. The original engine is retained and accompanies the car.
- —Mechanical
Suspension rebuilt at all four corners; front brakes upgraded with S-model aluminium calipers; new 7.5x15-inch rear wheels fitted; new stainless-steel exhaust and new heater boxes installed.
- —Service
The exterior paintwork received a thorough detail shortly before the sale.
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