1971 Porsche 911 T - LHD

KEY FACTS

• A highly desirable early long-bonnet Porsche 911 T, representing one of the purest and most engaging iterations of the marque's iconic rear-engined sports car, finished in its original Pastel Blue hue and with its ‘numbers matching’ engine.
• It is powered by its original naturally aspirated 2.2-litre air-cooled flat-six, driving the rear wheels through a desirable five-speed ‘Type 901’ manual transmission.
• A US-delivered example, this left-hand drive 911 was imported and first registered in the UK in August 2022.
• This example has recently undergone a meticulous restoration to a high standard by Porsche specialist Carrera Classic Cars, including restoration work and servicing of the engine.
• The odometer indicates 77,094 miles, though this is not warranted.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 911 T is finished in its original and eye-catching hue of Pastel Blue, over a black leatherette and corduroy cloth-trimmed interior.
• It rides on a set of 15-inch Fuchs alloy wheels finished in satin-black with anodised lips, fitted with Toyo Proxes TR1 tyres.
• Equipment includes a top-tinted windscreen, a heated rear screen, VDO gauges, an analogue clock, and heater and ventilation controls.
• This example has been enhanced with widened wheel arches, a smoothed front bumper, an RS-style rear bumper, a twin-exit exhaust system, the removal of the side sill trims, a black Alcantara-trimmed Momo Prototipo steering wheel with blue stitching, a rear seat ‘delete’, and simplified door cards.
• The car will be supplied with invoices relating to the restoration, and a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity.
• One ignition key is included.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: the car has been fully restored.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This 911’s most recent maintenance forms part of the comprehensive restoration carried out by Carrera Classic Cars, which included restoration work and servicing of the engine. A collection of invoices relating to this restorative work can be seen in the photo gallery.

SUMMARY

This early long-bonnet Porsche 911 T combines its original and seldom-seen Pastel Blue hue, together with its original ‘numbers matching engine’ and the sought-after five-speed 901 gearbox. Benefiting from an extensive restoration by respected Porsche specialists Carrera Classic Cars, it offers an appealing blend of authenticity, careful preparation and several discerning upgrades, including extended wheel arches. It would make a stand-out addition to any collection of air-cooled Porsches, while also being ideally suited to rewarding weekend drives, touring events and marque gatherings alike.

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