Vehicle Description
1968 Porsche 911L
Designer: Ferdinand �Butzi' Porsche Erwin Komenda
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Estimate: $125,000 - $175,000
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Chassis Number: 11805378
Decoded: 11=Porsche 911; 8=1968 Year of Production; 0=911L Coupe
Body; 5378=Serial
Engine: 1991 CC Air-Cooled Flat�-Six Engine 130 bhp
4-Speed Manual Transmission
Four� Wheel Disk Brakes with Ventilated Front Rotors
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Mileage: 27,227 Believed Actual
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1 of Only 449 Single�-Year 911Ls
Unrestored Survivor
Original Fuchs Wheels and Fitted Luggage
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The Model: Ferdinand �Butzi' Porsche sketched the concept of a
larger replacement for the legendary 356 in 1959. First shown in
1963, the new 911 chassis developed in parallel with the new 901
engine, an air-cooled flat-�six with a 1,991cc displacement.
Although production began in 1964, the first �big' Porsches weren't
available in the United States until early 1965. The 911 received a
number of developments quickly as the 901 engine, the brakes, and
suspension components rapidly improved. The 911S of 1966 received
the most powerful engine and braking system, but this model was not
available in the US market until 1969. The 911L appeared for the
1968 model year only with better comfort and trim levels the base
model. The 911L received an upgraded 130 bhp engine and the brake
upgrades of the �S' model, making it the top �specification car in
the US market for 1968. The combination of upgraded performance and
higher overall specification has made the short-�production 911L a
rare and sought after Porsche.
The Car: This rare 911 is one of only 449 911Ls produced. More
amazing still is that it is an incredibly well-�optioned survivor.
It was resprayed in its original white about five years ago but has
never been restored. The incredible condition inside and out
supports the belief that the low mileage is genuine. It retains its
original black and red plaid interior, rare �Elephant Hide' doors
and impossible to find Deluxe carpeting. This 911L also has factory
fitted luggage and its original Fuchs wheels. �All original books
and tools are included as are a file of receipts for the paint and
recent mechanical overhaul. What a remarkable chance to secure not
only a rare 911L but one in this condition with so many desirable
options. This is a superb early 911 and incredible investment
opportunity.