Very Rare NUMBERS MATCHING 1968 Porsche 911 S Coupe
Serial Number: 11800002
Transmission Number: 4280003
Engine Number: 4080023
Paint Code: 97 6802 L
1968 was a year of transition for Porsche. Heightened safety regulations in the US barred import of the now legendary 911S. This being the case, only 1267 ‘S’ cars were produced in 1968-the fewest number of any year. Moreover, the fact that these cars were largely sold in Europe, means that very few have survived. The United States has inadvertently become the worlds safe-haven for preserving vintage cars. Since very few ever made it to the US, very few were preserved.
Being produced on July, 21 1967 this can be thought of as a pre-production car. Official production did not begin until August 1st- a full 10 days later. Whether or not it is a ‘prototype’ is mere conjecture considering its earliest history is unknown. I purchased this car from the second owner. He owned the car since 1970 and was unable to verify that it was registered before him. It was purchased in England from a dealer and brought to the US in 1974. Some of the features, however, call into question whether it was intended to be sold in any particular destination. It came from the factory as a LHD car with a MPH speedometer, and US headlights, yet the ‘S’ trim package is free from front bumper over-riders, safety flashers, or side marker lights. Most LHD countries use KM, so the MPH speedo is a mystery. The headlights were only used in the US, however if it was bound for the US, it would have included the added safety equipment. In addition the car never had a radio. (Note the lack of antenna and original cowskin dash void of a radio). This information coupled with the fact that this was the second ‘S’ produced for ’68 makes this very rare indeed.
As far as condition is concerned, I would consider this car a very nice survivor. The wheels are all date matched and original to the car. The gages are all date stamped and original to the car. There is absolutely zero rust anywhere on the car and all the panels appear to be original. The panel fit is flawless and the gaps are very clean. There is no evidence of accident or repair history that I can see. The exterior was repainted once in the original color of Polo Red in the 1990’s. The paint is showing signs of age including a few scratches, imperfections and a minor crack on the rear decklid, but overall it is very presentable. The Interior is mostly original apart from fresh carpet, seat covers, and headliner from Autos International. The original dash is perfect, as is the entirety of the consol. All gages work properly including the clock. All exterior lenses are original and in very nice condition and all exterior lights are fully functioning. The aluminum trim is very bright and free from excessive scratches as is the chrome trim. All the glass is original to the car and in nice condition apart from a couple scratches. All door locks are smooth with the original keys. The engine and 5 speed 901/02 transmission were both rebuilt with the past 5,000 miles and are very solid. The carburetors are freshly rebuilt and tuned and the car is running very nicely throughout the power curve. Additional recent services include, tires, solenoid, rear axels, battery, tires, plug wires, distributor cap, rotor, and spark pugs. There is a minor oil-leak at the main seal, but otherwise the engine is dry as a bone. The original heat exchangers have been replaced with high performance headers, however, the car came with a Webasto gas heater so a heating system is still present. Overall, this is the most solid, original, and rare 1968 911 ‘S’ in existence. Please ask any questions you may have. Clear title is in my name. International buyers are welcome.
$97,000
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