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1971 Porsche 911E Dual-Plug 3.2L Hot Rod
VIN: 9111200391
Engine: -
Trans: -
Color: Dark Blue Metallic/Black
Mileage: 84,640 (indicated)
Auction Estimate: -
Sold for: US$115,000 (5/18/2018)
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BaT Description:
This 1971 Porsche 911E is a non-sunroof example that was owned by one of the original R Gruppe members for 20 years until the selling dealer’s recent acquisition. Local Porsche expert Dick Elverude built the modified dual-plug 3.2-liter flat-six, which features 46mm PMO carburetors, a 964 distributor, and MSD ignition. The engine produced 298 horsepower on the dyno, and the Type 915 5-speed manual transaxle is equipped with a limited-slip differential. Additional RS-style modifications have been made to the body, suspension, braking system, and interior as detailed below. The seller has replaced the front pan and also recently performed a tune-up and fluid service. This 911E is now being offered with a dyno sheet, the original owner’s manual, spare keys, and a branded Oregon title.
The car was originally finished in a dark metallic brown, and the seller has provided one vintage photo in the extensive gallery below. A dark blue metallic repaint was completed years ago and reportedly displays several touched-up rock chips commensurate with age. The exterior features steel RS-style fender flares, aero side mirrors, a ducktail spoiler, and an RS-style front air dam. The stock driver’s mirror mounting holes have been filled but are still noticeable per the seller.
The suspension has been modified with Bilstein HD shocks, larger torsion bars, and shock tie-downs. Alloy 911S front brake calipers have also been fitted. The refinished 15×7 and 8″ Fuchs alloy wheels are equipped with Yokohama AVS tires all around.
Continuing with the RS theme, a pair of new Cobra ST bucket seats with corduroy inserts have been installed on planted sliders. RS-style door panels were also fitted along with a Momo Prototipo steering wheel and a custom parcel shelf in place of the factory rear seats.
Instrumentation was recently rebuilt by Seattle Speedometer, including new faces, bezels, and glass. The dashboard features an OEM-style radio-delete basketweave insert. The odometer currently shows 84,640 miles and is believed correct for the chassis, however actual mileage cannot be confirmed with documentation.
Local Porsche expert Dick Elverude built the dual-plug, short-stroke 3.2-liter flat-six. Components include 46mm PMO carburetors, headers, a dual-outlet exhaust, dual MSD ignition, a 964 distributor, new Elephant Racing finned cooling lines, and a front Setrab oil cooler. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 915 transaxle that has been fitted with a short shift kit and a limited-slip differential. The seller states that a complete tune-up and fluid service was performed just prior to this auction.
A dyno sheet accompanies the sale and shows peaks of 298 horsepower and 248 lb-ft of torque. After purchasing the car, the seller replaced the front pan due to rust in the battery area. A factory jig was reportedly used to ensure proper fitment.
The factory data plate inside the front trunk is shown above. The car was reportedly stolen and recovered damage-free in the 1970s after being sold new in California. As such, it received a branded California title before moving north to Oregon, where it now holds a branded Oregon title.
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Originally Posted by Vintage Racer
We can do a lot to make it a very fast car for another $5K.
