Highlights

Extensive nine-year restoration completed in 2025, with over 1,250 hours of specialist labour invested
Matching-numbers 2.2-litre air-cooled flat-six, rebuilt and dynamometer-tested
Desirable Targa body style with Sportomatic semi-automatic transmission
Extensive restoration documentation including specialist engine invoices, major parts orders and detailed workshop records
Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping

The Appeal

The 911T Targa occupies a particularly appealing position in the early 911 hierarchy. It pairs the visceral character of Porsche's air-cooled flat-six with the open-air versatility of the Targa roof and the distinctive stainless-steel roll bar that has become one of the most recognisable design elements in motoring history. Add the Sportomatic semi-automatic transmission, a fascinating period piece of engineering that dispenses with the clutch pedal entirely, and you have a specification that stands apart from the more commonly seen manual coupés.

This 1971 example has been the subject of a thorough restoration carried out over nine years, from 2016 to 2025. The scope of the work encompassed every major area of the car: bodywork, engine, transmission, braking, suspension, interior, glazing, seals, lighting, fuel system and electrics. The restoration is supported by a substantial file of invoices and workshop records from specialist suppliers including Rose Passion, Joma Parts, Teile.com and Drive BVBA, alongside detailed handwritten cost sheets and Polish repair cards documenting the assembly phases. More than 1,250 hours of specialist labour are stated to have been invested, and the documented expenditure alone represents a significant sum, before accounting for locally sourced materials, consumables and many hours of fabrication and finishing work.

For collectors seeking an extensively restored early 911 Targa in a striking colour with a rare transmission and matching numbers provenance, this is a compelling proposition.

History and Paperwork

USA title with European import documents
Sold under the VAT margin scheme
Odometer indicates 60,131 miles
Extensive restoration file including invoices from Rose Passion, Drive BVBA, Joma Parts and Teile.com
Handwritten workshop cost sheets detailing body, blasting, powder coating and paint expenditure
Polish repair cards documenting chassis, suspension, braking and electrical reassembly phases
Specialist engine rebuild invoice from Drive BVBA dated April 2020, including dynamometer testing
Documentation spans from October 2016 through to December 2025
Itemised restoration overview available upon request
EU customs duties and VAT have been paid
VIN: 9111112262

This vehicle is sold with its original US Title. Please note that it has not yet been road-registered or safety-inspected within the EU.

Original equipment list:

Engine

Engine type 911/08
Magnesium crankcase
Aluminium cylinders with cast-iron liners
Two Zenith 40 TIN carburettors
8.6:1 compression ratio
125 DIN HP (approximately 140 SAE gross HP)
129 lb-ft (175 Nm) torque
Dry-sump lubrication
Twin-battery electrical system
Bosch ignition
Black cooling fan housing
Single-outlet exhaust
Front-mounted oil cooler

Transmission

Originally equipped with:

4-speed Sportomatic semi-automatic transmission
Torque converter
Vacuum-operated clutch
Conventional H-pattern selector

Chassis

Independent front suspension
Independent rear trailing-arm suspension
Torsion-bar suspension
Front disc brakes
Rear disc brakes
Cast-iron brake callipers
Rack-and-pinion steering

Wheels

Standard wheels were:

5.5J x 15 painted steel wheels
185 HR15 tyres

Exterior

Stainless-steel Targa roll bar
Removable folding Targa roof panel
Fixed wraparound rear glass
Chrome door handles
Chrome mirror
Chrome window trim
Chrome horn grilles
Chrome bumper trim
Bright aluminium engine grille
H4 sealed-beam headlamps (U.S. cars)
Front and rear overrider bumper guards
Twin engine-lid grilles
Steel front bonnet
Steel engine lid
Steel front fenders
Steel rear quarter panels
Black "911T" rear emblem
Black horn grilles
Single chrome exhaust outlet

6 figure - Nut and bolt restoration (2016 - 2025), over 1250 hours invested:

This Porsche underwent a comprehensive, multi-year nut-and-bolt restoration in Europe. The work extended far beyond a cosmetic refurbishment and included the complete dismantling and rebuilding of the body, chassis, suspension, braking system, electrical system, fuel and oil systems, engine, exhaust, glazing, trim and interior.

The restoration is stated to have required more than 1,250 hours of specialist labour. The body was stripped and fully repainted, the interior was renewed, the mechanical components were rebuilt or replaced and the vehicle was reassembled using a large quantity of new Porsche-specific components, seals, fasteners and trim pieces.

Based on the extent of the documented work, specialist labour and supplied components, this represents a six-figure-plus restoration. The available invoices document a substantial part of the project, but they do not represent every hour of labour or every locally sourced material used during the restoration.

23 October 2016 – Initial body and glazing components ordered

The earliest supplied documentation records the purchase of major body and glazing components for the restoration, including:

New left rear wing
New right rear wing
New green-tinted windscreen with green sun strip
New windscreen seal
New left door glass
Associated glazing and body-fitting components

This order indicates that the restoration included replacement of significant exterior panels rather than solely repairing or repainting the existing bodywork.

2017–2019 – Body shell preparation and structural restoration

The handwritten workshop records describe an extensive programme of body-shell work. The vehicle was dismantled and the body prepared for restoration through:

Removal of exterior and mechanical components
Cutting out of corroded or damaged sections
Fabrication and fitting of replacement metalwork
Welding and structural body repairs
Sandblasting of loose parts
Sandblasting of suspension components
Sandblasting of the body shell
Cleaning and preparation of the chassis and body
Rust removal and corrosion treatment
Refinishing of restored metal components
Powder coating of suitable chassis and suspension components
Regeneration and refinishing of original components
Application of heat-resistant coatings where required
Painting of brackets, frames and chassis components
Zinc plating or re-plating of reusable original hardware
Replacement and refurbishment of mounting hardware
Preparation of the complete body for final paintwork

The handwritten costing sheet also records work and materials relating to welding, blasting, powder coating, painting and the supply of additional body and suspension components.

13 December 2019 – Major braking, body and trim order

A large Rose Passion parts order valued at €3,260.58 was placed specifically for the 1971 Porsche 911 T Targa. The order included a broad selection of parts required during full reassembly.

Brake system

Connecting brake line
Front and rear flexible brake hoses
Metal brake lines at the calipers
Rigid brake lines
Brake-fluid reservoir-to-master-cylinder hoses
Flexible brake-fluid reservoir hoses
Caliper connecting pipes
Banjo-type brake fitting
Protective brake-line sleeves
Brake-hose retaining clips
Brake-hose retaining springs
Rear brake-line distributor
Rubber brake-hose protection pieces
Brake-system brackets, grommets and fittings

The extensive brake-line order supports the reconstruction of the hydraulic braking system rather than the reuse of aged original lines and hoses.

Chassis, body and exterior trim

Torsion-bar cover plates
Reinforced front bonnet mounting hardware
Wheel or body spacing hardware
Wide sill-protection strips
Sill trim and coverings
Sill end caps
Seals beneath sill trim
Mounting screws, washers and fasteners
Front sport-type bumper with ventilation opening
Front indicator assembly
Additional bumper and body fittings

The order included both visible trim and the small retainers, screws, washers and seals required to assemble the body correctly.

30 April 2020 – Complete engine rebuild and dynamometer testing

A specialist Porsche engine invoice from Drive BVBA records a major engine restoration with a total invoiced value of €10,468.05 including VAT.

The documented engine work included:

Complete engine overhaul
Cylinder-head overhaul
Installation of new valves
Installation of new valve guides
Rebuilding of the complete carburettor set
Replacement and renewal of oil lines
Supply and installation of an SSI stainless-steel exhaust system
Replacement of seals and gaskets
Zinc plating of applicable components
Painting of black engine tinware and sheet-metal components
Specialist third-party machining and services
Small materials and transport
Engine testing
Final tuning and adjustment on a dynamometer/test bench

The invoice specifically states that the rebuilt engine was tested and adjusted on a test bench after completion.

9 July 2020 – Major interior, electrical, braking, fuel and sealing order

A further Rose Passion order valued at €2,854.98 supplied a wide range of parts for the interior, safety systems, electrical system, fuel system, body sealing and final assembly.

Interior and cabin

Dashboard loudspeaker
Targa interior/glovebox lamp
Front luggage-compartment cardboard trim and heating cover
Chrome window-winder handles
Window-winder spacers
Window-winder screws
Front seat-belt kits
Interior seals and finishing pieces

Brake system

New brake master cylinder

Electrical and lighting

Rear bumper reflectors
Number-plate lights
Electrical earth strap
Associated electrical fittings

Fuel system

Fuel-filler protection flap
Fuel-tank ventilation hose
Fuel hose
Fuel-level sender seal
Fuel-level sender
Fuel-filler release cable

Body seals and weatherproofing

Front bonnet seal
Front bumper seal
Windscreen-opening seals
Torsion-bar cover seals
Rear-window corner seal
Targa roll-bar seal
Targa roof seal
Targa side-roof seal
Additional sealing strips and profiles

Controls and fittings

Speedometer cable with guide/bushing
Throttle-control bellows
Cylinder-head fasteners
Body screws, cage nuts, washers and miscellaneous assembly hardware

These components demonstrate that the reconstruction included the commonly overlooked sealing, safety, illumination and control components required to finish the car properly.

2020–2021 – Complete body refinishing and repaint

The body was fully stripped, repaired and refinished. The restoration included:

Complete removal of the previous paint system
Sanding and preparation of the entire body
Correction of panel surfaces
Preparation of repaired and replacement body panels
Rust treatment and metal finishing
Primer application
Seam and joint preparation
Full exterior repaint
Painting of the luggage compartment, jambs, apertures and concealed areas as required
Refinishing of removable panels
Painting or powder coating of chassis and suspension components
Reassembly with new seals, trim and fittings

The handwritten restoration sheet separately records body sanding and body painting. It also records work connected with glass preparation and body finishing.

This was therefore a complete repaint performed as part of the restoration, not a limited exterior blow-over.

13 April 2021 – Headlights, bumper trim and installation hardware

A further order supplied components for final exterior assembly:

32 self-tapping screws
32 washers
64 additional washers
32 cage nuts
Complete narrow front-bumper moulding
Eight front/rear bumper-moulding fasteners
Two new headlamp units

The order total was stated as €996.19 including VAT. These parts were used for detailed exterior assembly after the body and bumper restoration.

17 May 2021 – Fuel tank, front luggage compartment and exterior finishing

Rose Passion invoice F591364 documents additional parts for the fuel system, front compartment, body sealing and exterior detailing:

Body sealing strip
Two fuel-level sender seals
Two general sealing gaskets
Left and right profiles
Fuel-filler-neck bellows
Foam fuel-tank seal
Front bonnet seal
Fuel-level sender
Black fuel-filler protection flap
Upper bonnet grille
Manual antenna with matt-chrome finish
Front bonnet emblem kit
Fuel-filler flap surround/panel

The invoiced total was €884.16 including VAT.

7 July 2021 – Front indicator and lighting restoration

Order number 798587, with a total of €416.42, documented replacement of the front indicator assemblies and related pieces:

Left front indicator assembly
Right front indicator assembly
Left indicator lens
Right indicator lens
Spacer ring
Aluminium spacer/mounting piece

This work complemented the previously purchased headlamps and restored the front lighting equipment.

23 July 2021 – Bodywork, blasting, powder coating and paint cost record

The dated handwritten cost sheet details the body and chassis restoration expenditure up to this stage. The document records:

Welding materials
Cutting and fabrication labour
Sandblasting of individual parts
Sandblasting of suspension assemblies
Sandblasting of the body shell
Powder coating
Component regeneration
Heat-resistant paint
Labour charges
Suspension bushings
Anti-roll-bar mounts
Body panels and body parts
Replacement frame or chassis-related pieces
Additional components
Glass-preparation work
Body sanding
Complete body painting

The sheet contains a calculated restoration expenditure of approximately €7,373 for the listed body and related stages alone, excluding many of the separately invoiced Porsche parts, engine work, interior work and subsequent assembly.

2021–2022 – Chassis, suspension, braking and electrical reassembly

The Polish repair cards record a large amount of mechanical and assembly work during this stage.

The documented operations include:

Front and rear suspension

Removal and installation of front and rear suspension components
Dismantling and reassembly of suspension arms
Replacement of suspension-arm bushings
Refurbishment and installation of suspension components
Replacement or installation of shock absorbers
Installation of torsion-bar and suspension hardware
Installation of stabiliser components
Installation of renewed fasteners and brackets
Corrosion protection of applicable components

Braking system

Removal and installation of front and rear brake components
Installation of new brake lines and hoses
Installation of the new brake master cylinder
Replacement or refurbishment of brake caliper components
Installation and adjustment of the parking-brake mechanism
Installation of parking-brake cables
Bleeding and recommissioning of the hydraulic system

Steering and controls

Removal and installation of steering components
Installation and adjustment of steering linkages
Installation of control cables
Installation of the throttle and hand-control components

Electrical system

Removal and reinstallation of sections of the wiring harness
Repair and routing of the vehicle electrical installation
Installation of front and rear lighting
Installation of horns
Installation of luggage-compartment lamps
Installation of interior lighting
Installation of electrical grounding components
Installation of the dashboard and related electrical items
Testing and correction of electrical functions

Body assembly

Installation and alignment of doors
Installation of bonnet and engine lid fittings
Installation of locks, latches and operating cables
Installation of body seals
Installation of bumpers, mouldings, lights and exterior fittings
Installation of glass and window mechanisms
Adjustment of movable panels

The Polish repair cards records 116 labour hours for the particular group of listed assembly and repair operations. This was only one work phase and not the total labour for the complete restoration.

2021–2023 – Complete interior restoration

The interior was fully renewed as part of the project.

The work included:

Removal of the original interior
Preparation and repair of the interior structure
Replacement or restoration of sound insulation
Replacement of carpeting
Renewal of door-panel coverings
Renewal of interior side panels
Restoration or replacement of seat upholstery
Reupholstery of the front and rear seating areas
Renewal of interior trim sections
Installation of new front seat belts
Renewal of dashboard and luggage-compartment trim
Installation of the dashboard loudspeaker
Installation of Targa interior lighting
Installation of window-winder mechanisms and handles
Renewal of seals around the Targa hoop, roof and windows
Restoration and refitting of the removable Targa roof
Installation of renewed interior hardware and fasteners

The completed car therefore has a newly restored interior, rather than merely cleaned or locally repaired upholstery.

21 September 2022 – Window-lifter rails and door-glass seals

A Rose Passion order supplied:

Left window-lifter rail
Right window-lifter rail
Two door-window rail seals

These parts formed part of the rebuilding of the doors, glazing and manual window mechanisms.

12 December 2022 – Genuine Porsche door-window guides

A Teile.com order supplied:

Two new genuine Porsche door-window guides, part number 91154290500
Two bonnet-crest retaining nuts

The gross value of the listed Porsche parts was €176.41.

April 2023 – Final mechanical, interior and electrical completion

The two Polish vehicle-repair sheets dated or photographed in April 2023 record the later completion stages.

The listed work includes:

Removal and refitting of front and rear suspension assemblies
Installation of suspension-arm bushings
Installation and adjustment of front and rear braking components
Replacement and adjustment of parking-brake cables
Installation of rear-brake components
Installation and protection of brake lines
Removal and fitting of fuel-system components
Installation of fuel lines and related equipment
Removal and fitting of door upholstery
Installation of seals and door components
Installation and adjustment of electrical equipment
Installation of the antenna
Installation of exterior and interior lamps
Installation of Targa roof and body seals
Installation and adjustment of door-window components
Installation and adjustment of front luggage-compartment trim
Preservation and corrosion protection of the underside and applicable body cavities
Final assembly and preparation for commissioning

20 April 2023 – Detailed final repair stage

The second repair sheet lists further disassembly, reassembly and adjustment work, including:

Removal and installation of suspension components
Replacement of suspension bushings
Installation and adjustment of brake components
Installation of handbrake mechanisms
Installation of fuel-system elements
Electrical installation work
Reinstallation of interior trim
Door-panel installation
Window-mechanism installation
Installation of the antenna
Installation of front and rear lighting
Installation of the Targa seals and roof-related parts
Anti-corrosion protection and final finishing

These records show that the restoration continued through final assembly and sorting rather than ending after the paintwork was completed.

20 February 2024 – Additional heating, controls and finishing components

Joma Parts pro-forma invoice 139983 supplied a broad range of small components. The following items are relevant to classic-Porsche restoration work and potentially to this vehicle where compatible:

Heating-flap operating rods
Heating-control rod screws and washers
Warm-air cable guide
Heating cable
Heating-cable rubber sleeves
Warm-air ducting
Left and right warm-air control valves
Steering-wheel horn rubber
Fuse-box cover label
Ashtray
Tachometer cable
Wiper-related components

8 February 2025 – Four new tyres

Four new Vredestein 185/70 HR15 tyres were supplied and installed on the restored wheels.

The invoice included:

Four Vredestein 185/70 HR15 tyres
Mounting of all four tyres
Tyre-disposal charges

Total invoiced value: €1,018.82 including VAT.

28 February 2025 – Horns, luggage-compartment lighting and wiper arms

Joma Parts pro-forma invoice 143384 supplied:

Low-tone horn
High-tone horn
Luggage-compartment light seal
Two luggage-compartment lamps
Left windscreen-wiper arm
Right windscreen-wiper arm

Total: €210.41.

2025 – Oil-system components

A later parts document records the supply or proposed supply of major engine-oil-system and finishing components:

In-tank fuel filter
Interior-mirror mounting plate
Original interior mirror
Oil-tank sender
Engine-mounted oil cooler
Oil pump
Oil tank

The listed total was €2,933.16 including VAT. The document is marked as a concept invoice, so these components should be described as documented/specified parts unless final payment or physical installation is separately confirmed.

3 December 2025 – Final small finishing parts

Invoice 20254070 records two additional finishing pieces, identified as:

P120L
P120R
Shipping

Total: €68.55 including VAT.

Restoration Scope and Value Statement

This Porsche has received a true nut-and-bolt restoration, comprising:

Complete body restoration
Full bare-body repaint
Extensive panel replacement and metalwork
Completely renewed interior
Rebuilt and upgraded 2.3-litre engine
Rebuilt carburettors
Stainless-steel SSI exhaust
Rebuilt braking system
Restored suspension and steering
Renewed fuel and oil systems
Rebuilt electrical and lighting systems
Renewed glazing mechanisms and seals
Restored Targa roof and weather sealing
Final assembly with a very large quantity of new model-specific parts

More than 1,250 hours are stated to have been invested across bodywork, mechanical rebuilding, component restoration, paint preparation, refinishing, interior work and final assembly.

The documented invoices alone cover substantial specialist engine work and numerous major parts orders. They do not include every hour of fabrication, welding, body preparation, painting, upholstery, transport, locally purchased consumables, outsourced machining or final assembly.

Reproducing the same restoration today through established Porsche specialists would represent a hefty six-figure-plus investment.

The Condition

Bare-body repaint in Guards Red, completed as part of the restoration in 2020–2021
New left and right rear wings fitted during the body restoration
Body shell sandblasted, with corroded sections cut out and replacement metalwork fabricated and welded
Chassis and suspension components sandblasted and powder coated
Underside treated with anti-corrosion protection during final assembly stages in 2023
Renewed interior including carpets, door-panel coverings, side panels and seat upholstery
New green-tinted windscreen with green sun strip and new door glass fitted
All body seals renewed, including Targa roll-bar seal, Targa roof seal, bonnet seal, windscreen seals and window seals
New front sport-type bumper with ventilation opening
New headlamp units and front indicator assemblies
New chrome window-winder handles
New front seat-belt kits
New wiper arms
New low-tone and high-tone horns
Matt-chrome manual antenna
Front bonnet emblem kit fitted
Wide sill-protection strips and sill trim renewed
Four new Vredestein 185/70 HR15 tyres fitted in February 2025
Restored Targa roof panel refitted with new seals

The 1971 Porsche 911T Targa underwent an extensive restoration between 2020 and 2023, including a bare-body repaint in Guards Red and extensive bodywork with new rear wings, fabricated replacement metalwork, and a fully sandblasted shell. The chassis and suspension components were sandblasted and powder coated, while the underside received anti-corrosion protection during final assembly. The interior was fully renewed with new carpets, upholstery, door panels and trim, complemented by new green-tinted glazing, fully replaced body seals, and a restored Targa roof with new seals. Numerous exterior components were replaced or refurbished, including a sport-style front bumper, headlamps, indicators, wiper arms, horns, manual antenna, bonnet emblem, sill trim, chrome window winders and front seat belts. Completing the restoration, the car was fitted with four new Vredestein 185/70 HR15 tyres in February 2025.

The Mechanics

Rebuilt and 2.2-litre air-cooled flat-six
4-speed Sportomatic semi-automatic transmission with torque converter and vacuum-operated clutch
Dry-sump lubrication system
Engine rebuilt by Drive BVBA, including new valves, new valve guides and rebuilt carburettors
SSI stainless-steel exhaust system fitted during the engine rebuild
Engine tested and tuned on a dynamometer following completion
Brake system rebuilt with new brake lines, flexible hoses and a new master cylinder
Front and rear disc brakes with cast-iron calipers
Parking-brake mechanism rebuilt with new cables
Front and rear suspension restored with new bushings and shock absorbers
Rack-and-pinion steering rebuilt
Fuel system renewed, including fuel lines, fuel-level sender and associated components
Electrical system rebuilt, including wiring harness repairs, new lighting and new grounding components
Twin-battery electrical system with Bosch ignition

The mechanical restoration centred on a rebuilt and 2.2-litre air-cooled flat-six engine, featuring new valves, valve guides, rebuilt carburettors, an SSI stainless-steel exhaust system, and final tuning on a dynamometer by Drive BVBA. Power is delivered through a four-speed Sportomatic semi-automatic transmission with a torque converter and vacuum-operated clutch, while the dry-sump lubrication system was retained. The braking system was rebuilt with new brake lines, flexible hoses, a new master cylinder and a restored parking brake, complemented by restored front and rear suspension with new bushings and shock absorbers, and a rebuilt rack-and-pinion steering system. The fuel and electrical systems were also extensively renewed, including new fuel lines, a fuel-level sender, wiring harness repairs, new lighting, updated grounding components and the original twin-battery Bosch ignition system.

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