Photo: Early 911s
The 2.2-liter era of the Neunelfer started in 1969, and the 911S topped the lineup with 180 horsepower from the air-cooled boxer hanging over the rear axle. These models also benefit from an increased wheelbase, 57 millimeters longer, designed to improve handling when the going gets twisty.
One of the cleanest cars from this period is the 911S in the photo gallery, which costs a whopping 320,000 euros ($372,000) because it has been restored with meticulous attention to detail. Finished in Pastel Blue, the German sportster is joined by the original “birth certificate” and many more records.
Offered by Early 911s in Germany, the rear-engined Smurf shows 26,047 kilometers on the odometer or 16,185 miles. The sale includes a TUV certificate and a Classic Data report that reads “Grade 1” collectible.
Completely overhauled inside and out, the numbers-matching Porker retains the original 911/02 and 911/01 engine and transmission. All the new parts that went into them were designed to the original specifications, and the same can be said about the chassis, brakes, lubrication, and fuel system.
“Recaro sports seats in black synthetic leather with woven grain embossing” are featured as well, along with desirable optional extras from the factory. These are dual side mirrors, the rear-bumper apron, white lettering on the doors, Comfort package, tinted windows, and the electric sliding roof.
No fewer than 111,995 examples of the original 911 – as in all models before the G series – were produced by the German manufacturer. Of those, 14,381 examples were built for the 1970 model year. One peculiarity of the 911S like this fellow here is the lack of a choke, which required accelerator pumping for cold starts. The S also features special gearing for the five-speed stick shift, Koni shock absorbers, and ventilated discs instead of solid rotors all around.
As far as valuation is concerned, Gooding & Company sold a 911S earlier this year for the princely sum of $148,400 while RM Sothebys looks forward to bring in 125,000 euros ($145,000) for a low-mileage example of the breed.
Offered by Early 911s in Germany, the rear-engined Smurf shows 26,047 kilometers on the odometer or 16,185 miles. The sale includes a TUV certificate and a Classic Data report that reads “Grade 1” collectible.
Completely overhauled inside and out, the numbers-matching Porker retains the original 911/02 and 911/01 engine and transmission. All the new parts that went into them were designed to the original specifications, and the same can be said about the chassis, brakes, lubrication, and fuel system.
“Recaro sports seats in black synthetic leather with woven grain embossing” are featured as well, along with desirable optional extras from the factory. These are dual side mirrors, the rear-bumper apron, white lettering on the doors, Comfort package, tinted windows, and the electric sliding roof.
No fewer than 111,995 examples of the original 911 – as in all models before the G series – were produced by the German manufacturer. Of those, 14,381 examples were built for the 1970 model year. One peculiarity of the 911S like this fellow here is the lack of a choke, which required accelerator pumping for cold starts. The S also features special gearing for the five-speed stick shift, Koni shock absorbers, and ventilated discs instead of solid rotors all around.
As far as valuation is concerned, Gooding & Company sold a 911S earlier this year for the princely sum of $148,400 while RM Sothebys looks forward to bring in 125,000 euros ($145,000) for a low-mileage example of the breed.
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