FS: @AK - 1971 Porsche 911 S Targa #'s Match 2-CA owner car/low orig miles

[Jeff Tighe]

This 911 is sold.

[DOUGS73E]

Awesome example . . .
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1971 Porsche 2.2L 911S Targa
VIN: 9111310567
Engine: 6311xxx (911/02)
Trans: 7117xxx (911/01)
Color: Light Ivory/Brown Leather
Mileage: 19,629 km (indicated)
Price: US$179,990

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Dealer Description:

- 2-West Coast/South West Owners
- Excellent Documented History
- Numbers Matching / Full Restoration
- Full Leather Interior / Sport Seats
- Light Ivory (1110) on Brown Leather
- 5-Speed Manual Transmission (901)
- Clean and Clear Arizona Title
- Original Porsche Sales Documentation/Bill of Sale/Import Documentation
- All Service Records From New

The first owner, Dr. Heinrich W. Rose of Palo Alto, California ordered this 911 S for special delivery on November 16th, 1970 from Porsche + Audi West of Pleasanton, California. He special optioned the following:
- Retractable Antenna Left
- U.S. Equipment
- Light Ivory
- All Leather Interior in Brown
- Speedometer to read in kilometers
- All other instruments in German Version
- Outside temperature gauge (purchased/installed at factory before delivery)
- Dunlop Tires

In July of 1972, Dr. Rose installed an AstroLine model 605-mpx AM/FM multiplex stereo car radio.
During the restoration through the grill fog lights were installed.
Dr. Rose also requested Porsche to custom upholster a white vinyl targa top. Thankfully, Porsche denied the request.

Porsche built this 911 S on March 17th, 1971 and Dr. Rose took delivery at the factory under the tourist program on April 8th, 1971. He used the car for three months in Europe and drove it 9,856 kilometers (6,100 miles). He dropped it off at the port/customs in Bremen, Germany on June 29th, 1971. The 911 was loaded and set sail for the U.S. on July 2nd, 1971. The car was supposed to arrive in San Francisco harbor at the end of July. However, there was a longshoreman strike at the U.S. ports and the ship was rerouted to Mexico where it was put onto a truck and transported up to Los Angeles. Dr. Rose flew down to Southern California, picked up the car on August 27th, 1971 and drove back to Northern California. He had his first service performed on April 13th, 1971 at 1,013 km at the Porsche dealer in Lyon, France. His first service in the U.S. was on August 30th, 1971 at Mozart Porsche + Audi of Palo Alto, California. The car had just over 10,000 km.

Dr. Rose kept the car for exactly 20-years and 115,390 kilometers (72k-miles). During that period, he drove it regularly, kept track of most gas fill ups and services. He was very detailed in his record keeping. His health declined and his daughter ended up selling the car to the current owner on April 7th, 1991 for the sum of $7,200. At the time, the current owner lived in Santa Clara, California and was a police officer. Shortly after this owner purchased the 911, he contacted his friend’s son, Olaf Lang who worked at the Porsche factory in Stuttgart. Olaf provided this owner with a letter confirming production information including engine and transmission numbers as well as ordered options (see pic).

When the current owner bought the car in 1991, the ball joints were shot. His wife drove it the furthest (from South SF bay to downtown SF – 100 miles roundtrip) and it scared her to death due to its unpredictable handling. As a result, he didn’t drive it much after that and it sat for a bit in his garage. Then, he moved it to a warehouse he had nearby where he kept his weekend toys. It remained in dry storage for nearly 25-years. In 2014, this current owner moved to Arizona. A year later (Friday the 13th, 2015) he got his trailer, went back to Northern California, and pulled the Targa out of storage. He towed it down to Wayne Baker of Personalized AutoHaus in San Diego, California for a complete restoration. He delivered it to Wayne the next day on Valentine’s Day, 2015. The restoration was completed 19 months later and delivered to him at his new home in Arizona on December 15th,2016.

Highlights of the work performed included:

Complete disassembly of the car/inventory all parts
Remove drivetrain:
Tear down engine to the case
Rebuild transmission including synchros and bearings
Rebuild MFI pump
Rebuild throttle bodies
Powdercoat tins
Cad-plate hardware
Valve job
Clutch kit/refinish flywheel
Oil fed chain tensioners
All oil and fuel lines
Fuel injectors and oil return tubes
Valve guides
Heads refinished/head gaskets
Clean, seal, and coat new gas tank
Odyssey (dual) dry cell battery conversion
Disassemble suspension
New Bilstein shocks/struts
New Axles and CV boots
Turbo tie rods
Rebuild brake calipers, new brake rotors, pads, and wheel bearings
Refurbish and paint original exhaust system (muffler and heat exchangers)
New master cylinder
Inspect and clean undercarriage for undercoating
All new deco trim, rubber, and seals
New H4 headlights and turn signal lenses (original “sugar scoop” headlights included)
Complete bare metal repaint by G.A. Coachworks (over 300 hours)
Complete interior by Autobahn
Recover sport seats in tan leather with correct Factory style basket weave inserts
Restore seat bases, powdercoat, zinc plate seat rails
Recover pillar posts and door panels in leather
All brown finishes are leather
Recover dash in black German vinyl
Restore door pockets
New German Haargarn carpet with backing
Trunk carpet in German Perlon
Repair and dye original door arm rests
Recover steering wheel in black leather
Targa top restored by Dave Brown
Restore 5 original deep 6 Fuchs with correct factory anodized finish
New Pirelli P6000 tires (185/70-15) and wheel lug nuts
Install new dash speaker and period radio (original owner installed when new)
The owner added a few hundred break-in miles and then brought it in for oil service, alignment, and minor tuning/sorting.

Although the restoration costs were still around six-figures, this job was fairly straight forward because the car had low original miles, was very dry, complete and straight. All the metal was original with very little body/metal work needed.

The end result is a very nice high-level example of a correct long-hood 911 S. The exterior looks fantastic with hardly any signs of use. There is a slight paint dimple on the right front fender. The glass appears to be all original including the windshield, which has the correct Sigla stamp. The wheels are perfect with no curb rash and are wearing near full tread Pirelli tires. The brakes are also at full life.

The interior looks equally as nice and smells new. The leather sport seats show no wear. The entire interior is new. All the gauges work. They appear original and unrestored. The clock, VDO outside temperature gauge, and radio also work. The heating system and lights all operate properly.

Regardless of restoration, it’s hard to put into words why good low-mile early 911 long hoods drive so good. This S Targa is no exception. When starting cold, it springs to life easily on the first try and holds an even idle. There’s no back-firing or hesitation. It just purrs. As the engine warms up, the power delivery is smooth and strong. As it surges past 4,500 rpms, it howls like cars on vintage LeMans footage. The shifting is very easy and precise. There is no grinding or slipping. It provides a rewarding and engaging experience. The steering is light and almost intuitive. There is no slop in the steering and turn-in is sharp. It tracks straight and is a delight at freeway speeds. The brakes are nicely matched to the power and help deceleration incredibly quick. There is no fade or pulling. This example would be equally comfortable on the concours lawn or being enjoyed with fellow enthusiasts on a vintage touring event.

This 911 S comes with the original Porsche purchase/tourist/export documentation, original owners manuals in German and English, original factory maintenance booklet, extra sets of keys (3 total), original Hirschman antenna key, all service records from new, original Porsche marketing documentation, most registration slips from new, first decade of fuel records/mileage, original tool kit, original jack, original spare wheel, original U.S. headlight assemblies, original front bumperettes, original lower valance fog lights, and new custom car cover.

[Paul-HB]

Thanks Doug.

I now want a 2.2 Targa bad! I spent 3-days at the first 22 Inner Circle Gathering about a week ago with over 20 examples. We toured the beautiful backroads of Santa Ynez area. These are really special cars. Here's a pic of part of our group on the first day:

Awesome example . . .
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1971 Porsche 2.2L 911S Targa
VIN: 9111310567
Engine: 6311xxx (911/02)
Trans: 7117xxx (911/01)
Color: Light Ivory/Brown Leather
Mileage: 19,629 km (indicated)
Price: US$179,990

[John Binion]

I laid eyes on it today. Simply stunning example, with a complete paper trail going back to 1971. Someone will be a happy camper.

[rower]

They are great driving cars. The white looks great.

[billh]

Why couldn't it be a sunroof coupe

That thing is gorgeous, from the color combo to the condition
Sweet car

[rower]

Why couldn't it be a sunroof coupe

That thing is gorgeous, from the color combo to the condition
Sweet car

In many ways, a targa is a much better driving experience. You should try one. Especially as I use my cars on just beautiful days which is when you’d want the openness of a targa.

[John Binion]

A targa is definitely on my bucket list now after seeing this one yesterday. I flew out specifically to check out Louie’s (Tim’s) old slate grey 67S and ended up spending more time looking over the targa��

[Jules Dielen]

In many ways, a targa is a much better driving experience. You should try one. Especially as I use my cars on just beautiful days which is when you’d want the openness of a targa.

that is why you should go for a SWT!

[rower]

A targa is definitely on my bucket list now after seeing this one yesterday. I flew out specifically to check out Louie’s (Tim’s) old slate grey 67S and ended up spending more time looking over the targa��

You should get it. And I really trust Paul at the dealer.
I’d take the targa over that 67s. Note I have both in my tag line!