1970 Porsche Other for sale $185,000
| 1970 Porsche Other $185,000 | |
| Car Ad from: Hemmings View Original Ad | |
| Price: | $185,000 |
| Contact: | View Original Ad from Hemmings |
| Location: | Emeryville, CA |
| Details: |
1970 Porsche 911S s/n 911300163, Engine no. 6300254 Signal Orange with Black Interior The Porsche 911 was revealed to an eager automotive public in the fall of 1963 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Developed as a replacement for the highly successful 356, the 911 arrived with more power, more comfort, and favorably priced against comparable cars. The 911 became the darling of the automotive press, and rightly so. Performance and sales were brisk, but over time, improvements were needed. In September 1969, Porsche released the 2.2L C-Series Model 911 for the 1970 model year. Refinements included lengthening the wheelbase by 2.4 inches, flaring the front and rear fenders to accommodate wider wheels and tires, upgrading the heating and ventilating systems, and numerous other interior and exterior improvements. Three versions (911T, 911E and 911S) were available in either Coupe or Targa body style. And while all 911 series cars were quite powerful and formidable on the road, the 911S was the preferred choice of performance enthusiasts. The S model engine featured a re-profiled camshaft, larger valves, better porting, higher compression and M.F.I fuel injection. This resulted in 30 more horsepower for a total 180 horsepower and 199 torque. Chassis upgrades included a rear anti-roll bar, Koni shocks and ventilated disc brakes, which replaced the standard solid rotors, For the S model, special gear ratios were installed in the five-speed transmission including an overdrive in 5th gear. This particular 911S is an exceptionally solid, honest, matching numbers example, presented in the original Signal Orange color with black leatherette, and featuring a highly desirable option package including sunroof, air-conditioning, three-point safety belts, front and rear bumpers without horns, a tow hook in the rear, halogen high beam flood lights, tinted glass, and rare electric power windows. The car has been diligently documented by the few but long-term owners to have come previously, and we know from the Porsche Certificate of Authenticity and 26 years of records on file that the car was actively cared for. In the early 1990s, the engine was rebuilt from the case up using updated head studs, time chain, rails, and tensioners, with 70,000 miles indicated at that time. The brake hydraulic system was compressively rebuilt, and the road wheels restored and clear anodized as original. By 1998 the car was on the west coast of the US where it has remained since, and shortly thereafter fitted with s the updated stainless mufflers and heat exchangers. In 2008, at about 79,000 miles, the car was fitted with new Michelin XWX tires, the air conditioning system comprehensively rebuilt and new R-12 refrigerant added, and considerable interior restoration work performed which remains fresh today. At this time the car shows just 80,000 miles, which is support as accurate given the 26 years of paperwork on file. This 911S was sold to the present owner by Gooding and Company in 2010. Importantly, the CoA confirms this car retains its matching numbers engine. Cosmetically, the car presents beautifully, with excellent paint showing high gloss throughout the entire car, with only minor evidence of road use present in the lower body panels. The door jambs and other inner body surfaces display the original paint, which remains in very good condition. The bodywork and paint was recently completed to high standards and all panels open and shut as expected, displaying consistent dimensions and fit. There are no major flaws to detract significantly from the carandrsquo;s visual presentation. The chrome is very good to excellent condition, with minor light scratching on the window frames and the door handles showing some pitting on the top surfaces. The lights, lenses, and glass are in excellent condition with good gloss, clarity, and coloring. The exterior window garnish is in very nice condition with proper luster. |