PORSCHE 911 2.4 T TARGA, 1973

Chassis/Chassis no. 9113511116 Engine/Engine no. 6532284 - "Targa" bodywork - Totally restored about 20 years ago - Black interior mixed leatherette and fabric - Bodywork color Light Ivory (cod 131) - Matching Number and Matching Colour - Original license plates and registration book from 1992 (change of province) - Excellent base for a high level restoration - "Targa bodywork - Totally restored about 20 years ago - Black interior mixed leatherette and fabric - Bodywork colour Light Ivory (code 131) - Matching Number and Matching Colour - Original number plates and registration book from 1992 (change of province) - Excellent basis for a high-level restoration In the fifties the Porsche 356 had been in production for too many years, so the car manufacturer decided to create a new model. The technical design was carried out by Ferry Porsche and the styling by his son. He tried in every way to create a cockpit that was suitable to accommodate four people. Soon, however, he gave up this enterprise and fell back on the classic 2+2. Immediately the line of the car turned out to be elegant and balanced. The first version was presented in 1963 and is still in production, although it is fair to distinguish two very different categories. The first one was produced from 1963 to 1997 and has always the air-cooled engine, the second one was produced from 1998 to today and has modern engines. Between 1968 and 1973, the Touring model became the best known of the 911 series. Thanks also to the 57mm longer wheelbase that improved ride comfort and solved the stability problems, present on the previous series. They enhanced the beauty of this car by making the bumpers, rear ventilation grille, round rear-view mirrors and horn grille shine with chrome. The roof was folding and the rear glass window was fixed to ensure a safer passenger compartment. The magnificent Porsche 911 2.4T "Targa", that we are offering at auction, was registered for the first time in Italy in 1973, since that day it has always remained in Italy, in 1992 it was re-targeted for a change of province and since that day it keeps its original plates (CT*****). The car is characterized by some peculiarities of great importance in the world of Porsche collectors, first of all it's a model with "Targa" bodywork, which makes it very rare, in addition it has the prestigious 2.4 engine that gives it a great "appeal" due to the higher torque and power. The car has been restored about 25 years ago, and has been repainted in its original color Light Ivory (cod.131), the interior is preserved in fake leather and fabric in black. The engine has been overhauled and is in perfect condition. The car is equipped with all its original documentation (original 1992 booklet, Porsche owner's manual). The car will be auctioned at Milano AutoClassica 2021 in perfect condition for those who want a ready-to-use car or for those who are looking for a unique example for a high-level restoration. In the 1950s, the Porsche 356 had been in production for too many years, so the carmaker decided to create a new model. The technical design was carried out by Ferry Porsche, while the aesthetic design was done by his son. His son tried hard to create a cabin that could accommodate four people. However, he soon gave up on this task and opted for the classic 2+2. Right away the car's lines were elegant and balanced. The first version was presented in 1963 and is still in production today, although it is fair to distinguish between two very different categories. The first was produced from 1963 to 1997 and still has an air-cooled engine. The second was produced from 1998 to the present and has modern engines. Between 1968 and 1973, the Touring model became the best known of the 911 series. The wheelbase was lengthened by 57 mm, which improved ride comfort and solved the stability problems present in the previous series. They enhanced the car's beauty by shining chrome on the bumpers, rear ventilation grille, round mirrors and horn grille. The roof was foldable and the rear window made of glass was fixed to ensure greater safety in the passenger compartment. This magnificent Porsche 911 2.4T Targa , which we are offering at auction, was registered for the first time in Italy in 1973, since that day it has always remained in Italy. In 1992 it was re-targeted due to a change of province and since that day it has kept its original plates (CT*****). The car has some peculiar features which are of great importance in the world of Porsche collectors. First of all, it's a model with Targa bodywork which makes it already very rare. In addition, it has the prestigious 2.4 engine that gives it a great appeal due to the higher torque and power. The car