1968 Porsche 912 Manual
VIC • Private
12
1
Odometer100,000km
Body typeCoupe
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Comments from the seller
Offered for sale here is a rare and original (albeit slight custom) 1968 Short Wheel Base Porsche 912 Targa. This is the earliest original Porsche Targa currently (and rarely offered) for sale in Oz.
Although not perfect, this is an honest car and in great overall condition; the pan is solid and body shows no history of collision or significant rust which is quite rare given its lifespan of 58 years especially for an early short wheel base Targa.
The wheels are original (expensive!) 'forged' lightweight deep 6 and 5.5 Fuchs with performance Bridgestone Potenza tyres all around. The lovely gearbox is the original Kardex numbers matching 901 5 speed and equipped with a super reliable, significantly lighter and more powerful 4 cylinder 'worked' 2180cc VW Type1 engine. Also installed are a pair of very rare period correct, original lightweight Recaro racing seats. These were factory installed in Le Mans racing Porsches 'back in the day'. The Recaro seats are exceptionally comfortable (unless you're on the 'big' side) and very expensive! (refer ad sample).
The investment potential of this LHD 'short wheel base' Targa is immense and the original LHD configuration means you also have the rest of the world market to consider come selling time (Refer Bloomberg article-https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-10-16/why-you-should-invest-in-a-60s-era-porsche-911-targa-right-now / also refer recent Gooding's auction demonstrating Targa models continuing increase in value (Targas are rarer than Coupes).
Porsche transitioned to the 'long wheel base' body change in 1969 thereby changing the aesthetics of the car.
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Enclosed photos shows the Targa's original colour as per original Kardex- Burgundrot/Burgundy Red 6808 (one of the rarest colour available). Car is on non transferable club registration. All valid import approval documentation will be provided upon purchase.
Note:
1. Pair of original vintage period correct 60's Recaro driver and passenger seats.
2. 4 x rebuilt original Porsche rare 1968 ATE brake calipers with new pads.
3. New Rebel Racing Porsche rear adjustable spring plates and lowered performance shocks.
4. New rear brake hoses.
5. Original 5 Speed 901 gearbox is numbers matching.
6. Original Porsche Bilstein Jack
7. Uber rare 1968 Targa one year only item worth $6-7K USD still intact (disclosed to Buyer at outcome of sale).
8.Correct, rare SWB H1 Hella headlights.
9. Turbo tie rods.
10. Stomski Racing updated shift coupler and renewed shifter base bushings.
11. Brand new pair of carburettors and the best CSP (German made} throttle linkages
I am in no rush to sell this Porsche which consequently has increased in value in my approx. 7 years of ownership. The vehicle is located Bayside of Melbourne for viewing. Also worth noting, this Targa has original 911 Porsche engine mounts should you wish to install an original Porsche 'Flat6' engine. It is therefore a straightforward 'bolt-in' affair. 'NO WELDING OR MODIFICATIONS REQUIRED' including the existing gearbox which will work with the flat 6! Lastly, I have a complete, excellent 3.2 Carrera motor 'I would/might' consider selling with this car (expensive!) currently in my storage in LA. My years of passion and interest in classic cars has come to an end, a new interest has ensued; a new Custodian is therefore sought. Not interested in trades or offers, price is fixed so please let's not waste each other's valuable time. I encourage you to conduct your research and determine the market prices for original pre 1969 LHD Porsche Targas are nowadays then add shipping costs to Australia; import duty, the headache involved importing one and the high probability you've bought a well presented rust bucket from a dubious Seller.
Thank you.
Car details
øVehicle description
Coupe 2dr Man 4sp 1600
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Black
Interior colour
Black
Body type
Coupe, 2 doors, 2 seats
Transmission
4 speed Manual
Engine
4 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 1600L
Cost of finance
Registration plate
Check with seller
Registration expiry
14 months/December 2027
Build date
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Compliance date
Check with seller
Cost to transportSponsored
Roadworthy certificate
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-6147350
Fuel
NONE
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Delivery
Carburettor Single
Method of Delivery
Mechanical
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
0
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Rear
Engine Size (cc)
1582cc
Engine Size (L)
1.6L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
Horizontal
Cylinders
4
Camshaft
Pushrod
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
4
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Other
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
1968
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
1965-10
Series
(No Series)
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
2
Body Style
Coupe
Probationary plate status +
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
New South Wales
Check with relevant authority
Victoria
Approved
Queensland
Approved
South Australia
Referred
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$110,000Excl. Govt. Charges
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