Background to 911S (1972-1973)
For the 1969 model year, the 911S made the move to mechanical fuel injection (replacing the Weber carburettors and bringing an extra 10bhp) but it was the C & D Series cars of 1970 and 1971 where the ‘S’ got its first major overhaul.
The wheelbase was lengthened 2.3 inches to improve stability while the engine was bored out to 2.2 litres, providing a rev-happy engine that produced an impressive 180bhp.
1972 would be the Porsche 911S’s final year as the range topper and, as part of the E Series overhaul, the capacity was again increased, this time to 2.4 litres (via an increased stroke). The 190bhp 2.4S would continue into 1973, although it had been usurped by the new 2.7 Carrera RS.
1973 was also the first year for right hand drive production of the Targa model, making RHD F series Targa’s very rare cars indeed.
Ownership: 911 331 0591
Chassis No: 911 331 0591 was completed at Stuttgart, Zuffenhausen February 1973 and supplied new as a Right Hand Drive model via AFN Limited, Isleworth to its first owner, Charles Jones of Walsall in March 1973.
This was quite a unique moment for the first owner and for Porsche Great Britain’s history as it was the first year the 911 Targa was available to customers in right hand drive and of the top of the range 2.4S Targa’s only 18 were supplied to the UK and we believe only 3 were originally Silver.
There are several early photographs and notes in the history file dated July 1973 which show Mr Jones attending a customer visit to Autofarm. This early correspondence sets the tone for cars next 53 years, with each owner showing meticulous love, care and detailed ownership rarely seen in any classic Porsche.
The cars history file is nothing short of breathtaking! 3 files contain documentation relating to the car’s life including its original service and maintenance invoices, photographs, correspondence between owners, MOT’s, letters from Porsche GB and PCGB, the original book-pack, stamped service book and owners manual and a huge file of invoices.
The car changed hands twice in late 1973 and 1975 and ended up in the hands of an avid Porsche owner Mr Appleby of Kenilworth, Warwickshire. An active member of the Porsche Club GB he recalls a May Factory visit coupled with a tour of the Black Forest putting 2000 miles on the clock and a memorable 11 days motoring in Germany. The car stayed in his ownership for 15 years eventually selling the car in September 1981 to another Porsche collector a Mr C. Palmer from Sheffield for the sum of £5,850.00.
The car remained in his ownership of Mr Palmer for close to 40 years and he continued with the previous owners meticulous detail and care, documented all of the works carried out by noted UK classic Porsche specialists during his ownership.
A VISIT TO AUTOFARM IN THE AUTUMN OF 1973
Owner 2: B. Brown – Field Manor, Nr. Abingdon
Purchased: 29.11.1973
Odometer: 7,000 MilesOwner 3: G. Turner – Cardiff
Purchased: 02.4.1975
Odometer:
Owner 4: A. R. Appleby – Kenilworth, Warwickshire
Purchased: 09.06.1976
Odometer: 31,200 Miles
Owner 5: C. Palmer – Sheffield
Purchased: 26.09.1981
Odometer: 58,015 Miles
Owner 6: D. Bellamy – Stockport
Purchased: 22.07.2018
Odometer: 124,926 Miles
Current Owner
Purchased: 03.01.2020
Odometer: 125,342 Miles
Main Dealer and Independent Porsche Service History
RESTORATION
We have carried out a full restoration on the car using Genuine Parts where possible. We have installed a new Kroon wiring harness and fully restored everything that was refitted to the car.
The car has completely disassembled to the bare chassis. Front and rear quarters removed, doors, bumpers, engine lid and longitudinals were removed and the car was chemically dipped and e-coated. Every part of the bare body was addressed and during the process.
Brakes system, steering and suspension have been completely restored or replaced, the original Fuchs wheels have been restored to factory finish and the wheels fitted with Michelin XWX tyres. The interior has been fully retrimmed, all new external trim, seals, chrome work and Genuine light units.
The car has covered less than 1000 miles since the works were completed, we can supply on request a full restoration file of the works carried out and the associated invoices that are in excess £175,000.
This car represents a very rare opportunity to acquire a very rare and beautifully prepared, fully matching numbers RHD Porsche 911 2.4S Targa presented in its original factory specification.
The car is UK registered, MOT’d, fully serviced and ready to be enjoyed.
We are able to assist with international shipping, transport and storage.
For more information about this Porsche 911 Targa for sale in our Cranfield facility or to arrange an appointment, please contact our sales team on 01908 921256 or 07956 349877.
