Highlights

First year of the 2.2-litre engine
Restored by Heritage Autowerks and Riviera Autobody
In current ownership for approximately 11 years
Extensive history file with photographic documentation of the restoration

The Appeal

The 1969-built 911 represents the first year of Porsche's enlarged 2.2-litre flat-six, a pivotal step in the evolution of the air-cooled 911 and a car that sits at the very heart of the early 911 story. The mechanically fuel-injected S models offered the sharpest driving experience in the range, and they remain among the most coveted of all production 911s.

This particular 911 was originally supplied new through Sonauto in Paris in January 1970, finished in Albert Blue with black leatherette. The current owner acquired the car in December 2015 from the family of the original keeper in Cannes, making for a remarkably clear and traceable custodial history. Originally delivered as a 2.2E, the car was upgraded to full 2.2S specification during 1973–74, understood to have been carried out by a Porsche main agent. The conversion encompassed a 2.2S engine, gearbox, suspension, brakes, RS-specification steel front and rear wings, and wider RS-specification Fuchs wheels, a thorough and period-correct transformation.

Upon acquisition, the current owner entrusted the car to Heritage Autowerks, then the Singer representative in the UK, for a restoration. Bodywork was carried out by Riviera Autobody in Reading, returning the car to its original Albert Blue (colour code 1818) and reinstating the correct non-spoiler rear deck lid. The interior was restored to the correct black leatherette finish with Recaro reclining seats, new carpets, and restored upholstery. The entire process took approximately two years, and the car made its first post-restoration public appearance at Luftgekühlt at Bicester in spring 2018. Subsequent set-up and servicing has been carried out by respected specialists BS Motorsport and Jaz Porsche.

Accompanied by an extensive file documenting the car's history and restoration, including photographic records of the bodywork process, this is a well-documented, carefully restored early 911 with clear provenance and long-term single-family ownership prior to its current custodian.

History and Paperwork

Originally supplied through Sonauto in Paris in January 1970, French-registered and now on UK plates
Current keeper since December 2015
Originally delivered as a 2.2E, upgraded to 2.2S specification during 1973–74, understood to have been carried out by a Porsche main agent
Restored by Heritage Autowerks and Riviera Autobody over approximately two years
First post-restoration public appearance at Luftgekühlt at Bicester in spring 2018
Set-up and servicing carried out by BS Motorsport (Neil Bainbridge) and Jaz Porsche
MOT exempt
Extensive restoration file with photographic documentation and copies of paperwork documenting the car's history
3,646 km indicated
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The Condition

The vendor describes the exterior as being in very good condition with only very minor signs of use
Bodywork returned to original Albert Blue (colour code 1818) during restoration
Correct non-spoiler rear deck lid reinstated
RS-specification steel front and rear wings fitted as part of the 2.2S upgrade
Wider RS-specification Fuchs wheels
Retains original glass with French insurance and technical check history stickers
Features original yellow French headlights and spotlights
Steering wheel is a period upgrade to a three-spoke leather version
The vendor describes the interior as being in very good order
Interior restored to correct black leatherette finish with Recaro reclining seats, new carpets, and restored upholstery

This 1969 Porsche 911 2.2 E has been converted to 2.2S specification and presents in very good condition. Restored to its original Albert Blue (colour code 1818), the exterior features RS-specification steel front and rear wings, wider Fuchs wheels and the correct non-spoiler rear deck lid. The car has required no accident repairs or repainting since restoration and retains its original glass, French history stickers and distinctive yellow headlights and spotlights. The interior has also been restored to a high standard, featuring black leatherette upholstery, Recaro reclining seats, new carpets and a period-correct three-spoke leather steering wheel.

The Mechanics

2,200cc flat-six engine
Five-speed manual transmission
The vendor describes the car as being in very good mechanical condition
Upgraded to 2.2S specification during 1973–74, including engine, gearbox, suspension, and brakes

Powered by a 2,200cc flat-six engine paired with a five-speed manual gearbox, the car is described as being in very good mechanical condition. It was upgraded to 2.2S specification during 1973–74, incorporating enhancements to the engine, gearbox, suspension and braking system.

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