1973 Porsche 911 2.4S

The 1973 Porsche 911S represented the pinnacle of Porsches sportscar program in the early 1970s, bettered only in performance terms by the 2.7RS. It was the last year of non-impact bumpers and lightweight cars. The 1973 'S' had the final development of the free revving 2.4 litre type 911/53 engine producing 190bhp. The transmission also benefitted from the new 915 gearbox which was stronger and offered an improved gear change. The 'aero' package was improved by the fitment of a front valance spoiler which reduced front end lift. Coupled with Porsche's total domination of the World Sportscar Championship and Steve McQueen's endorsement in the film, 'Le Mans', they could do no wrong with the now iconic 1973 911S and derivatives.

Offered here is a 1973 Porsche 911S Targa finished in its original colour of Silver Metallic (8010) with black interior and one of the final "F' series 911s. The order was placed with Mototune of Brompton Road Kensington on November 15th, 1972 and with the following extras, Recaro seats, Koni's, door mirror, chrome strip, rear exhaust skirt, tinted glass and rear wiper. It was also ordered in the special order colour of Silver Metallic. It was produced in January 1973 and on January 31st Mototune conducted the Pre Delivery Inspection for the new owner for February 16th collection. The total invoice price was £5456.56. The Porsche Letter of Authenticity confirms it to have matching engine numbers. The comprehensive history file picks up with a Mr Kwan acquiring the Targa in 1978 and selling on to Mr Peter Lee in 1984. There is a continuous line of service history from then to date and every MOT Certificate. Significantly, the file shows extensive engine work in 2003, which according to the MOT mileages was only some ten thousand miles ago. The current MOT expires in July 2015.

With recent classic car publications predicting an uplift in Targa values in line with Coupes, the very usable example here offers a great opportunity to invest. The 911S derivatives are benchmark cars and the possibility of taking this car to another level of presentation exist. It is, after all, the most desirable and in a great colour combination.