To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys' Monterey
event, 15 - 17 August 2019.
Estimate:
$175,000 - $225,000
- Highly desirable short-wheelbase 911
- Recently completed professional restoration
- Finished in striking Slate Grey over red leather
- Retains its matching-numbers engine
- Includes tool roll, jack, and spare
When the 911 was released, Porsche had been thinking about its
design for over a decade. Ever since the classic 356 was introduced
in 1948, many thought of it as the ultimate sports car. Everything
Porsche learned in a generation of racing and testing went into the
new 911, which was revealed to the public in 1963. The 911 proved
to be faster, nimbler, as attractive, and far roomier than its
predecessor. A new generation of Porsche had been born.
This 911 left the Porsche factory on 4 April 1966 and was delivered
to a dealer in Culver City, California. The Porsche then moved to
Aero V.W. Inc. in Inglewood, California, according to the copy of
the Porsche Kardex. The previous owner retained this 911 for about
a decade, having had the original 2.0-liter, 130 hp flat-six engine
rebuilt by Power Tech in New Jersey. It was acquired by the current
owner in 2015.
Although this 911 was in excellent condition when acquired, the
current owner commissioned Coachworks Restorations to undertake a
comprehensive restoration to match the 1965 911 that is on display
at the Porsche Museum in Stuttgart. Finished in Slate Grey over
Red, no expense was spared to restore this 911 to perfection.
Recently, an estimated 850 hours of professional time was spent to
elevate this Porsche to the highest level of quality. The attention
to detail is evident in every aspect of this classic 911. Since
completion in early 2019, has only been driven test mileage and
remains in pristine condition. The original factory tool kit and
copy of the Kardex accompany the car.
Today, fine examples of the desirable early short-wheelbase 911s
are in great demand worldwide. This Porsche is ideal for
exhibition, club events, or rapid and enjoyable touring, and would
make a great addition to any driving enthusiast's collection.To
view this car and others currently consigned to this auction,
please visit the RM website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/mo19.