Lot 1089

California 2015

1973 Porsche 911E

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$100,000 - $115,000 USD | Not Sold

United States | Santa Monica, California

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Identification No.
9113210764
Addendum: Please note that due to California emissions, this car can only be offered to a dealer or out-of-state resident. Please see an Auctions America Car Specialist for more details.

The Porsche 911 is a zenith for classic sports cars; its timeless design combines technology and function. This Porsche is powered by a 2.4-liter horizontally-opposed six-cylinder engine, which produces 157-hp. It can obtain reasonable fuel mileage with its five-speed manual transmission, but we all know that is not the main reason most desire this type of car. The 911E was able to achieve a 0- to 62-mph time in 7.9 seconds.

The 1972 911 models were equipped with an external filler lid for the oil tank, which was located on the right rear fender flank. This was to provide better weight distribution. Then in 1973 the external filler lid was removed, due to a problem of pump attendants, and even owners, often confusing the oil fill with that of the gasoline, producing unwanted results.

Porsche’s 911E was conceived to fit in between the 911T and the 911S. The letter E stood for einspritzung, or injection in German, signifying the presence of its mechanical fuel injection, which was jointly developed by Bosch and Porsche. This was also intended to be the most luxurious of the 911 models available to customers, as many were lavishly appointed with a variety of factory options. It was produced in both Coupe and Targa body styles, and Porsche produced 2,421 examples in 1973 alone. This particular 911E Targa is painted in Viper Green, which blends well with its black and white houndstooth interior. The proper Targa top, Fuchs wheels and sport driver seat are found as equipment in the vehicle. In addition the owner notes that it has an original warranty book and the all-important Porsche Certificate of Authenticity.