Description
PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 3. 0 TARGA TYPE SPORT YEAR 1977
The Porsche 911 Carrera 3. 0 occupies a special place in the history of the entire Porsche 911 range.
The Carrera 3. 0 engine is essentially the engine of the 911 Turbo (2993 cm3) without a turbocharger.
Moreover, the six-bolt flywheel is lighter and the 2. 7 RS crankshaft, shorter, were installed.
To compensate for the lack of boost from the 930’s turbo, Porsche increased the compression ratio and optimised Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection to yield a three-litre unit rated at 200 horsepower and 255 Nm of torque at 4, 200 rpm for a weight of 1, 120 kg.
A relatively low torque point that avoids chasing efficiency too far up the rev range, and the solid aluminium engine block from the 930 turbo make it a particularly reliable model.
The Carrera 3. 0 was marketed and distributed only in Europe for the 1976 and 1977 model years. 3, 687 units were built, of which 2, 564 were coupes and only 1, 123 in Targa, including 646 in 1977.
The final cars of the J-series (the model presented here is part of it) were offered in one of two specifications: “Classic” or “Sport” (the model shown).
The “Carrera 3. 0 Sport” featured Bilstein shock absorbers (instead of Koni), 16-inch wheels (instead of 15), a front-lip spoiler and a whale-tail style rear spoiler.
The transmission is a five-speed manual (optional).
For the 1977 model, the most notable change was the adoption of a servo-assisted brake. At the same time, clutch operation became much easier and smoother from 1977 onwards.
For the reasons mentioned above, the 1977 model today appears to be the best choice.
OUR VEHICLE
The Carrera 3. 0 we are offering for sale has never been restored, except for the upholstery (front seats, doors and dashboard) and is therefore in its original condition.
It carries chassis number the details below and was produced on 29/ 04/ 1977.
The original engine no. 667. 1734 was replaced by no. 667. 1110, which is also a 1977 Carrera 3. 0 engine, ensuring mechanical consistency and the vehicle’s historical value.
It is matching at the chassis number level and colour code: 443-9-3 (copper metallic brown).
It shows no signs of corrosion (bodywork dipped in a liquid zinc bath during construction).
All labels (metal or paper) are present.
It is equipped with the following options:
- 395: 16-inch Fuchs wheels
- 474: Sport shocks front/ rear
- 481: Five-speed gearbox
- 568: Windscreen and side windows tinted
The original five-blade turbine was replaced by an 11-blade model for more effective cooling, as on many examples.
The speedometer has been converted to kilometres and now reads 124, 600 km (certificate confirming 77, 418 miles before the change).
Owners
This Carrera 3. 0 has had 5 owners since first registration in 1977, one in Germany, one in the US and 3 in Jersey (owner history attached).
History
It was delivered on 10/ 06/ 1977 by Porsche dealer Karl Thiel GmbH to 4830 GÜTERSLOH.
We possess:
- a substantial file of invoices from 1983 to 2023
- the original pamphlet and owner manual
- the original tool roll
- the record of successive owners (above)
Work carried out in our workshops:
Mechanical:
- Engine sealing
- All filters, belt
- Engine and gearbox maintenance
- Fuel pump
- Clutch
- Front/ rear suspension (Bilstein as original)
- Heat exchangers
- Braking (inspection)
- 4 tyres (Michelin Sport Exalto N0)
Bodywork and interior:
- Paint thickness measurement ...........
- Restoration of the interior in its original colour (front seats, doors, dashboard)
- Glass and mirror adjustment
6-month warranty
