1973 Porsche 911T 2.4 Targa
- Engine
- 2.3L flat-six, SOHC, Bosch mechanical fuel injection, 130 bhp at 6,200 rpm
- Colour
- Light Ivory
A 1973 Porsche 911T 2.4 Targa, chassis 9113110614, manufactured in November 1972 and delivered new to its first owner in February 1973 at a dealership in Peoria Heights, Illinois. Representing the final evolution of the original long-hood 911 series, the car retains its matching-numbers engine and has covered fewer than 23,000 miles from new. Stored under a cover for decades by its first owner, it survives in largely original condition with factory Light Ivory paintwork and Black Leatherette interior.
Ownership
- 2023-03-02Auction saleSold US$117,000
- 1973-02-15 → 2018Factory deliveryDr. Robert Ballerfull documentation
Ordered the vehicle in late 1972 and took delivery at a Porsche dealer in Peoria Heights, Illinois. Placed the car in garage storage around the mid-1970s with roughly 20,000 miles showing, where it remained largely undisturbed for decades. Prior to selling, he had the fuel tank and injection components refurbished.
- 2018 →Private saleSecond owner after Dr. Ballerpartial documentation
Acquired the car from Dr. Baller; light interior work was carried out around 2019 during this ownership period. The car subsequently changed hands a couple more times before 2020.
- 2020 →Acquisition unknownPorsche collector consignorpartial documentation
Current seller, described as a dedicated Porsche enthusiast, has kept the car road-ready and had a mechanical service performed during their period of ownership.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- 2019Maintenance
Some light remedial work was undertaken on the interior while the car was passing through intermediate ownership.
Described as minor; the interior is otherwise characterised as largely original.
- —Mechanical
Fuel tank and fuel injection system were refurbished by the first owner prior to the 2018 sale, after which a small number of miles were added during recommissioning before the car was stored again.
Work was carried out by or on behalf of Dr. Baller in preparation for selling the vehicle.
- —Service
A general service was carried out during the current owner's tenure to ensure the car is fit for use and exhibition.
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