For Sale - 2.7 RS #1288

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Porsche RS #1288 started life in Stuttgart as a touring (M472) model. Meticulously restored with as many new old stock (NOS) factory parts as possible, an example of this quality is rarely seen - let alone offered for sale. As one of three right-hand drive (RHD) ‘73 Carreras produced in black, #9113601288 is even rarer because it was ordered with a sunroof. “One of a kind” may be a description that’s casually used these
days, but in this case it easily applies.

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RS Touring #9113601288 left the Porsche factory in 1973 with the following specification:
Black Paint (1010)
Black Leatherette Interior (Std)
England Equipment – RHD (C16)
Porsche (Carrera) Lettering on doors, left and right
Outside Mirror – Driver’s Side (423)
Stereo Loudspeaker with Electric Antenna (450/451)
Electric Sliding Sunroof (650)
Power Windows (651)

In addition, it also had the following items as 

indicated in Konradsheim's “Carrera RS” book:
Limited-Slip Differential (220)
Head Restraints (258)
Sport Seats, left and right (409)
Retractable Seat Belts, left and right (419)

Every fastener and componant that could not be returned to as new condition was replaced with a correct NOS Porsche part. Several original RS's were referenced during restoration. It was only in this way that the car could be assured of being accurately returned to original specification. Deviations from original are the use of pepita seat inserts in black, white and red, which exactly match the factory fabric, a vintage rear seat delete, and the addition of through-the-grill fog lights. All changes are easily reversed if the new owner wishes.

Since the original 2.7L MFI engine case was lost in the past, a correct 7R replacement case was sourced. All parts used in the engine construction came from an original RS or were new  factory pieces. The RS spec MFI is tuned perfectly, the car pulls hard and clean, and the motor doesn’t drop a speck of oil. The full 210 bhp at 6,300 rpm and 188 ft lb of torque at 5,100 rpm are on tap. The original gearbox has the limited slip differential and external oil pump as specified on the car’s COA.

 

The suspension was completely intact when restoration was begun in 2004. Included were the unique trailing arms specific to this vintage RS. Any worn suspension items were replaced with period-correct NOS parts. All others were given the appropriate refurbishing and refinishing to appear as they left the factory in 1973.

 A genuine 1973 Carrera fiberglass and steel ducktail was sourced along with genuine front fenders, RS rear quarter panels, bumper ends and front bumper. Thousands of hours were spent preparing the finish and NOS trim pieces that would bring it back to like new condition.  The Glasurit paint was applied at the well-known Kundensport in Camarillo, CA.

 



 

All parts installed to the interior are period-correct NOS 
for a ’73 RS, from the RHD dash to the seats, to the harness.
Vintage Pirelli CN36 Cinturato tires of the correct size adorn
the appropriate 7 and 8x15 Fuchs wheels painted India Red
to match the Carrera stripes.
 
NOS trim installed includes all deco, rubber, seals and
Bosch Euro turn signal lenses. Correct engine compartment
decals and foil stickers are present and accounted for.
The appropriate window decal was even applied to the
passenger side rear quarter window,
just as the factory did when the car was new.

 RS #1288 represents a truly unique specimen of the most famous 911 Porsche ever produced. Restored to original condition without compromise- RHD, black and sporting a sunroof and electric windows as ordered, this is a car that can take pride of place in the most discriminating of automotive collections.

Price and additional information -  Cornpanzer@sbcglobal.net 

Note: A blank replacement 7R 2.7 engine case is also available for purchase, as is a complete lightweight RS interior,  lightweight RS glass, and genuine lightweight rear bumper.

Things that end with "4"

Too many 911's you say? Well, certainly there were other types of Porsches at Rennsport IV

Porsche Race Car Classic

Rennsport Reunion was held in conjunction with the Porsche race Car Classic, a charitable event (the Bonnie J Addario Lung Cancer Foundation and the UCSF Thoracic Oncology Program).

Never before have so many spectacular Porsches been seen at one event. Rows upon rows of 550's, 904's, 718's and numerous four-cam 356's. Miked in were some very special 911s such as 911 R's and RSR's. It was amazing.

 My favorite car of the event was the '69 911 that won the 1968 Marathon de la Route, an 84 hour race held at the original Nurburgring. The car retains most of its original paint and components and is a remarkable time capsule. As I was standing there looking at it, one of the drivers  in that event walked up an reacquainted himself with the car. Willi Kauhsen was a factory test driver in 1968 and was part of the team to win with this exact car!

Rennsport Reunion IV - Second Batch

Rennsport Reunion IV

Took way to many photos during the weekend at Laguna Seca...but how could you not?  It really is impossible to capture the beauty of that many great Porsche cars in one location. The most cliche statement heard about Rennsport is that it was too much to take in. But seriously, where else would you walk past RSR's and 935's without stopping to look closer. There just wasn't enough time to talk to everyone you wanted to see, watch the racing and look at all of the cars in the paddock. There were hundreds of terrific cars in the parking corrals and I wasn't able to look at them even once. And I was there for FOUR whole days, not the typical three that most people got!

Here is a handful of my favorite images from the event. Many more to come, so make sure you bookmark me.

Late '73 911 Tool Kit

This is a very special tool kit. In mid '73 Porsche retired the tool kits with the small metal buckles and replaced them with a kit that had a simple cotton string stitched to it. This string would be used to tie the kit closed. Being that it was cotton with only a very delicate couple of stitches holding it to the vinyl bag, these strings didn't last too long.

I would consider this tool kit a starter kit. This is for the person who doesn't have a tool kit in their car. The bag is in overall good condition, but needs a good cleaning - but those super rare strings are attached! There are a few paint marks on it, but those could probably be removed with some elbow grease. It is fairly complete, but missing the screwdrivers. It does have the little pudenz fuse kit, but it is in poor condition. The tools that are there with the exception of the Hapwae pliers all show some corrosion. The pliers are in very good condition.

Price: $375.00

She's as Cold as Ice!

Gary Suggate, one of my contacts on Flickr recently shared some photos from a Euro trip that he took. Just makes me ache to ship my car over.  Sigh....
See more at http://www.flickr.com/photos/48600101460@N01/sets/72157627293854787/