Vehicle details:
- Model: Porsche 911 Targa Soft Window
- Year of manufacture: 1967
- Condition: Restored to new car standard (frame-off, "nut-and-bolt")
- Color: Polo red (true to original according to Porsche certificate)
- Engine: 2.0L Weber carburetor, period correct (not matching numbers)
- Gearbox: 5-speed, also from the 1967 model year
- Special feature: Soft, removable rear window ("Soft Window") - extremely rare and highly sought after today
The complete restoration was carried out and photo-documented by RSC Automobile in 2016-2017 Numerous original parts (incl. body panels) were preserved.
Historical significance:
This vehicle is one of the earliest Targa models ever produced and, according to specialists, was the first example officially delivered to the USA - an absolute collector's item. This vehicle arrived in the United States in January 1967, months before other early Targas were delivered.
Chassis number 500018 - Number 18!!!!
Special features at a glance:
- Soft Window Targa (only very few built - highly relevant to collectors)
- Wooden steering wheel
- Restoration in original color combination
- Contemporary engine and gearbox
- Pickerl and service fresh
- No damage, no investments necessary
If you are interested or have any questions about the history and restoration, we will be happy to provide further documentation and photos.
This faithfully restored 1967 Porsche 911 Targa Soft Window is one of the rarest and historically most important models in the 911 series. It is the 18th vehicle produced with a soft window and the first Targa ever to be officially delivered to the USA - a genuine collector's item with a proven history.
Vehicle details:
- Model: Porsche 911 2.0 Targa Soft Window
- Year of manufacture: 1967
- Chassis number: 500018
- Engine: 2.0 l / 6-cylinder / Weber carburetor (engine no. 911815, year of construction correct 1967)
- Gearbox: 5-speed manual gearbox (No. 3281293, also 1967)
- Color: Polo red (6602)
- Interior: Black imitation leather
- Speedometer reading: 214 km (after full restoration)
- Condition: Condition grade 1 (Classic Analytics) - immaculate
- Pickerl (§57a): Freshly done, valid
- Service: Completely serviced
- Wrapping: Newly wrapped
- Registration: Austria, ready to drive
Special features:
- "Nut-and-bolt" restoration (2016-2017 by RSC Automobile), fully documented with photographic evidence
- Numerous original body parts preserved
- Soft window configuration with removable plastic rear window - extremely rare and more sought-after than later glass version
- First Targa officially delivered to the USA (documented by Porsche and specialists)
- Classic Analytics market value (09/2022): €210,000
- Restoration value: 237,000 €
- Condition according to expert opinion: Grade 1 - immaculate
Historical relevance:
The Targa was introduced in 1965 in response to planned safety regulations in the USA. The soft window version with roll bar and removable roof elements was only produced in very limited numbers. The early models with plastic rear windows are considered particularly collectible today.
Chassis number 500018 left the factory in January 1967 and, according to independent research, was the first Targa to be delivered to the USA - earlier than many others, which were not registered until the summer of 1967. This vehicle therefore represents a genuine piece of Porsche history.
Condition according to Classic Analytics (report dated 15.09.2022):
- Condition score 1: Flawless vehicle - technically and visually without any defects
- Market value: 210,000 €
- Restoration value: €237,000
- Restoration quality: Craftsmanship at the highest level
Conclusion:
A Porsche 911 Soft Window Targa in this quality and with this history is an absolute exception. For discerning collectors and enthusiasts, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a vehicle with documented provenance, outstanding restoration and market-confirmed appreciation potential.
Further information, complete restoration documentation and images are available on request.
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