Highlights
- Showing just 48,945 miles which is believed to be correct
- Exceedingly original throughout
- UK-supplied in right-hand drive
- One former registered keeper
- A bona fide ‘barn find’ and excellent candidate for restoration
- The engine runs using an auxiliary pump and fuel supply
The Appeal
Us petrolheads are a peculiar breed. We can’t resist the allure of a so-called ‘barn find’ as we know that beneath a blanket of dust, cobwebs and faded paintwork, more often than not lies something rather special.
This 1977 Porshce 911 Targa is exactly the sort of diamond in the rough enthusiasts are looking for. A supremely original UK-supplied 911 with just 48,945 miles on the odometer and one former registered keeper is a very exciting find.
Having been off the road since 2008/9, this car has been dry-stored although now requires restoration although is in running order. It’s understood that it was owned by one family from new until it was put away and there’s good reason to believe the indicated mileage is correct: A close examination of the finer details shows how incredibly original this car is, retaining its dealer stickers and even the original advisory tag on the spare wheel!
For those seeking the opportunity to resurrect an iconic classic sports car, this surely is an unmissable opportunity.
The History and Paperwork
- UK market car in right-hand drive
- Retains its UK registration and V5C
- One former registered keeper
- The vendor was informed that this car was owned by one family from new until it was taken off the road in 2008/9
- Dry stored and only recently unearthed
- The last MOT expired in November 2009
- Now exempt from road tax, MOT testing and ULEZ charges
The Condition
- Appears very complete
- No signs of accident damage
- The bodywork remains straight and the doors fit well
- It did have a colour change in the 90s
- The Targa roof fits well and appears in good order
- Equipped with a heated rear window and rear wiper
- No notable wear to the original badging, glass, trim and lights
- The paintwork now shows its age although presents well overall
- There is evidence of corrosion to various areas of bodywork and to the underside
- Inside, the upholstery has survived well overall
- The seat covers and carpets would benefit from replacement or repair, although appear quite serviceable
- No notable wear to the original controls - commensurate with the low indicated mileage
The Mechanics
- 3.0-litre air-cooled NA flat-six
- Five-speed manual gearbox
- The vendor reports that the engine runs with an auxiliary fuel supply
- No mechanical restoration has been carried out so recommissioning is required before the car can be driven
- All looks highly original inside the engine compartment
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