1973 Porsche 911 S 2.7

We are delighted to be offering for sale a 911 S from 1974. This was the year when Porsche decided to simplify the range, removing the 911T and 911E, replacing them with a single entry-level model featuring a larger 2678cc flat-six engine.

The new models were given the G series label and saw the arrival of the famous impact bumpers, necessary for the US market which demanded that all new cars should feature bumpers capable of hitting a barrier at 5mph without sustaining any damage…

Our car has covered a mere 76,000 miles or so and has a history file which will take some reading. A major body rebuild took place back in 1986 and more latterly has seen significant mechanical work, including a full engine rebuild in 2019.

Our seller bought the car at the beginning of this year, determined to have some fun post lockdown. This he has undoubtedly done, covering a thousand miles or so, each one as enjoyable as the last.

He reports the car has been super reliable, great fun and has attracted a great deal of attention wherever he journeyed.

Our seller is a renowned writer and explorer and is about to embark on an exciting new challenge. Rather than leave the car locked away for months on end, he has decided it would be better to allow someone else to enjoy the car. That person could be you!

The certificate of authenticity in amongst the paperwork confirms the 911 left the factory with silver metallic paint. Also lurking is an invoice for an extensive rebuild in the 1980s which cost a not inconsiderable £4,500 or thereabouts.

Whether there has been any paintwork done since we cannot say. What we will tell you is that the finish is generally very good. Yes, you can spot an odd mark on the front valance and there are the inevitable stone chips, but nothing we can spot that in any way spoils the effect.

The rubber on the bumpers shows some signs of age and the chrome trim bears some surface scratches in places. Let us not forget that this car is fast approaching fifty years old. Your writer wishes he was in such good nick and not as grey!

The fastidious may wish to give those gorgeous Fuchs wheels some attention, as they are marked in places. We would be tempted to leave well alone, but if you do decide to refurbish, find a time served artisan who knows what they are doing.

Pirelli P6000 tyres are fitted all round, with ample tread. We always like to see a car fitted with premium matching tyres. It is usually indicative of careful and considered classic car ownership.

The observant will also note that the 911 has a metal sunroof, electric powered no less and a factory fitted option. Rather nice on a sunny day.

Porsche interiors are always well made and durable and much of the 911’s interior would appear to be original.

We know the seats have been recovered at some point as the factory build sheet tells us that black leatherette with corduroy inserts was the order of the day.

Black still dominates, but one can only assume that the corduroy was either too hard to replicate or not to the then owner’s taste. No matter, for what’s in place up front now are two comfortable seats in excellent condition.

There are of course a couple of back seats, though these are best reserved for either children or extra luggage, not least as getting in and out of them is a bit of a challenge.

The carpets do show their age a tad, the black being a little faded.

Door cards, possibly the originals do bear some marks, though a few proprietary cleaners may well improve matters.

The dash contains a raft of instruments, ideal for keeping an eye on the 911’s health as you travel around and signalling the car’s sporting intent, is the large rev counter in pole position.

We like the Blaupunkt radio cassette player, so time to dig out those old compilation tapes…

We always like to include pictures of a car’s undersides and that is the case here. If it was our car, we would be tempted to give it all a good clean and carefully some more underseal in places. Prevention is better than cure, especially if you want to use the car all year round – and why wouldn’t you?

Lift the engine cover and that glorious and distinctive sounding flat six engine is revealed in all its glory.

The paint work in the engine is, how shall we put this, not the same quality as the exterior finish and doubtless could be improved.

The 911 comes complete not only with its service book but also various original handbooks. There is also a vast array of paperwork, all carefully photographed for any would be bidders to peruse at their leisure.

Old MoTs, tax discs and early invoices abound, but what is most important is the work done to the car latterly.

Renowned Porsche specialists Zuffenhaus carried out a major service in July 2018 (mileage 74,561). A new clutch was fitted and the alternator reconditioned. The gearbox oil was changed, and work was carried out to the heater. Cost £2,357.29.

In 2019, a major engine rebuild was undertaken. For full details of the extensive work carried out, look up the invoice from Shropshire Automotive Services in the paperwork. Cost £5,864.88.

The car has covered probably no more than 1,500 miles since, so nicely run in then! Our seller, a seasoned 911 owner, reports that the car drives really well.

The car is currently MoTed and this runs until March of next year. Even though the car is of course exempt by way of age, we do like to see classic cars still tested annually and this should give any buyers some confidence.

We should mention that this is a matching numbers car, in lovely condition and one which has clearly been loved, well maintained and enjoyed.

Not only does it offer thrills behind the wheel, the older 911s have aged beautifully and attract admiring glances wherever you take them.

A little racing at Goodwood would be a lovely idea, the car being just as at home on a track as ambling through the countryside on a Sunday afternoon.

Whatever your desire, we are confident this 911 will excite the senses and be a delight to own. And to do just that, we estimate that the car will sell for between £50,000 and £70,000.

Viewing is always encouraged, within government guidelines of course. The car is located at our Abingdon headquarters; we are open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm and to arrange an appointment please use the ‘Contact Seller’ button at the top of the listing to make an appointment. Feel free to ask any questions or make observations in the comments section below or try our ‘Frequently Asked Questions’