1970 Porsche 911 S 2.2

KEY FACTS

• A rare and reportedly exceptionally well-documented Porsche 911 S 2.2.
• It is powered by a matching-numbers 2.2-litre flat-six, driving the rear wheels via a five-speed manual transmission.
• First registered in Switzerland in February 1970, it was subsequently imported to the UK in April 1990.
• The odometer indicates 90,342 km, though this is not warranted.
• This matching-numbers engine example boasts exceptional provenance, including its original Swiss order contract, ownership by noted Porsche specialist Marco Marinello then Porsche aficionado Fred Hampton, a 1998 Goodwood Festival of Speed display, and almost 20 years in current ownership with nearly £100,000 of documented workshop expenditure.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This example is finished in a timeless shade of silver 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 'petal' spokes and lips, fitted with Michelin XWX tyres.
• Equipment includes Recaro seats, a sliding roof, a leather-trimmed steering wheel, an analogue clock, a Blaupunkt push-button radio, heater and ventilation controls, push-out rear quarter light windows, and speakers in the doors.
• The car has been modified with an electronic ignition conversion and upgraded modern fuse boards.
• The car is reportedly accompanied by the owner's manual, tool kit, an extensive collection of service history documentation, and two keys.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: localised areas of cosmetic surface corrosion are beginning to show. Its documented history records previous local body and paint work, including work undertaken in 2005.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The seller states that it was most recently serviced in November 2023 at an indicated 90,341 km.

SUMMARY

This Porsche 911 S 2.2 is a highly sought-after early iteration of the iconic sports car, celebrated for its engaging driving dynamics and purity of design. This particular example reportedly stands out with its matching-numbers engine, original body panels, and a reportedly exceptionally comprehensive history file dating back to its original Swiss order in 1969, including almost two decades of current ownership with significant documented expenditure. It offers a rare opportunity to acquire an authentic survivor that promises to be a rewarding acquisition for any discerning collector or enthusiast.

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