Porsche 911

The interior is in excellent shape overall, with exceptionally good carpets, and nice leather upholstery with a few creases on the driver’s seat but no other wear or aging of note. The parcel shelf is similarly nice, while the original ivory colored perforated headliner is still in place showing only light aging. The original dashboard with separate speaker grille has a pair of cracks. The switches, instruments, and other controls are in very good original condition, although the right window crank is inoperable.

The engine compartment is unrestored and unmodified, reflecting the strong integrity of the car. The commonly crusty braided ignition wires are excellent, while the heat pad has been replaced and is in excellent shape. Oil-fed Carrera 3.2 chain tensioners have been retrofitted, a worthwhile upgrade that should be performed on any 2.0, 2.2, 2.4, 2.7, or 3.0 liter 911 engine. The trunk is in similar condition, with original perlon carpet in excellent shape, and superb structural components, together with factory April 1974 date-coded spare, jack, and tool roll with tools. Also with the car is the original books set, which includes the original stamped service pages showing early services at Wester Porsche-Audi.

The car runs and drives very well, with excellent throttle response and good power delivery throughout the rev range. Despite the 915 transmission having a reputation for being touchy, this one works consistently and slickly, with good synchromesh and precise (for a 915) gear selection thanks to a recently rebuilt shift coupler. The brakes feel as they should, with a slightly wooden pedal but direct correlation between retardation and pedal force, which makes the brakes easy to modulate. The chassis feels tight and solid, with the wonderfully inimitable talkative character to the steering and suspension that makes these cars such magnificent driver’s cars. The car benefits from a recent (October 2021) service which included oil change, brake fluid flush, new engine mounts, new belts, new rear center reflector, and rebuilt shift coupler.

This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a superbly-preserved lifelong California 1974 911. Finished in a wonderfully 1970s color combination, this Sepia brown 911 has been treasured its entire life, a feat for any mid-year 911. It has never fallen into disrepair or become rusty and is extremely complete and undisturbed, with a nice consistent patina that shows how well-loved the car has been its entire life.