Beschreibung
Engine: 6394847
Chassis: the details below
Current registration and WoF
For sale by auction at Webb's - Auckland, New Zealand on Sunday the 14th of August 2pm New Zealand Time.
Auction estimate - $100, 000 - $120, 000 New Zealand Dollars
Porsche’s 911 is an automotive icon. It is easily the most recognisable sports car on the planet, and has remained ever-popular since the original debuted. Arguably the last of the classic early 911 models to resemble the original, the SC model was built between 1978 and 1983. It was devoid of the electronic aids that increasingly found their way into Porsche’s finest models later in the 1980s and beyond.
Mechanically robust, the 911 SC benefited from a Thyssen zinc-coated galvanised bodyshell that significantly reduced the risk of rust and led to much-improved build quality. Sold in both coupe and Targa form, the 911’s bodywork was updated for the SC model. It came with fixed rear quarter lights, anodised black door handles and window frames, plus headlamp bezels finished in body colour that modernised its appearance.
For the SC Targa, the 3-litre engine had a slight drop in power (to 180 bhp), but the new camshafts resulted in a flatter torque curve making for a more flexible driving experience. In addition, a new crankshaft and larger main and big-end bearings improved mechanical longevity. ATS 15-inch “cookie cutter” alloys remained the standard wheel rim on the SC, with 16-inch forged alloy Fuchs optional, while other mechanical improvements included anti-roll bars front and rear. The braking system was also upgraded with the adoption of a servo as standard, and a five-speed 915 gearbox was standardised across the model range. The interior also came in for some revisions, with electric windows and some ‘jazzy’ accents befitting the era.
This particular SC Targa was delivered new in the United Kingdom by London Porsche dealer Charles Follett on August 2 1979, to a Mr Hardiment – a resident of the leafy and glamorous suburb of Kensington. Its life thereafter was lost in the mists of time until 5 February 1987, when it was registered in New Zealand. Subsequent documentation seems to indicate at least two owners prior to our vendor.
The Targa has had some restorative care applied throughout its life, such as a new paint job and interior, as some images indicate. Such work has been undertaken to a good standard and has included the often overlooked re-covering of the targa top. The original handbook has lasted the distance and is in situ as well as a proprietary workshop manual, space-saver spare tyre, pump, some tools and rear wiper. The speedometer reading is 115, 602 miles. Servicing appears to have been entrusted to several known local marque independents.
Some 3, 319 Targas of this period were manufactured, this example being the 53rd before production ceased. As Octane magazine said of the SC, “find a good one and you’ll have a dream sports car, not an extravagant nightmare. Buy one now before everyone else wakes up!” We agree.
Engine: 3. 0L Flat 6
Gearbox: 5 Speed Manual
Brakes: Disc
Power: 180 hp (134 kW)
Odometer: 115, 603 Miles (Displayed)
Build numbers: 3, 319 approx
