For Sale: 1969 Porsche 912 in Costa Mesa, California

1969 Porsche 912 Sunroof Coupe

• VIN 129022274
• Engine No. 4095320 - Matching
• Transmission No. 5091333 - Matching
• Long wheelbase

Distributed by Porsche of America Corporation and completed on March 3, 1969. This is a black plate California 912, 1969 was the last year of production of the 912, and the only year of the long wheelbase. It is a Karmann-built body, finished in Light Ivory with a black interior. The paintwork is consistent with patina and showcases excellent gaps and panel fitment. The Fuch alloy 14" wheels are mounted with Vredestein 195 65 14 tires.

The interior features black upholstery, and the front seats have houndstooth inserts, with the original basketweave dashboard and door panels, door pockets, German carpets, and black CoCo mats. The leather-wrapped VDM steering wheel with a butterfly horn button frames the VDO instrumentation with a 7000RPM tachometer, a 120-mph speedometer, a clock, and auxiliary gauges.

The 912 runs beautifully with plenty of power and is a joy to drive; it shifts up and down throughout all the gears smoothly with no issues. Jack Staggs, a local Porsche 356/912 guru, has been servicing this 912 over the last five years. On January 19, 2021, Jack Staggs performed a full engine tune-up, adjusted the valves, and the shifter. On September 24, 2021, K & H Auto Upholstery replaced the sunroof headliner, the dashboard basketweave trim, and installed a new front windshield seal.

Mechanically, it is powered by the matching 1.6-liter flat-four engine (Type 616/40) featuring dual Weber carburetors (rated at 102 horsepower) with a matching manual 4-speed transmission and four-wheel disc braking system. Complete with a Porsche Kardex, original owner's manual, service records, and a California title. A fantastic example with a rare electric sunroof that is ready to enjoy!