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1968 Porsche 912 Soft Window Targa - Coa, Matching-numbers, 38 Year Ownership! on 2040-cars

Year:1968 Mileage:0 Color: Blue /
 Black
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Dealer
Engine:6 Cyl
Transmission:Manual
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 12871209
Year: 1968
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Make: Porsche
Model: 912
Mileage: 0
Sub Model: Soft Window Targa - Exciting Discovery!
Doors: 2
Exterior Color: Blue
Trim: Targa
Interior Color: Black
Number of Cylinders: 4
Drive Type: RWD


Please D O  N O T bid if you do not have funds in hand and/or cannot complete the transaction! We welcome and encourage inspections during the listing time frame.


1968 Porsche 912 Soft-Window Targa
 
Chassis No. 12871209               Engine No. 1285708      Transmission No. 1082321 
 
  • Desirable Early SWB 912 SWT Targa  
  • Numbers-Matching as per Porsche Certificate of Authenticity
  • Complete with all Books, Supplements, Tools & Accessories
  • Correct Date Coded Wheels 3/68
  • 38 Years of Single family Ownership
  • Service Record File Dating Back to 1976
 
The 912 is regarded by an increasing faction of Porsche enthusiasts as a very much worthwhile alternative to a more powerful 911. With its lighter 356-style mechanical components and inherently better weight distribution, the 912 is regarded by many as a more balanced driver's car than the 911.
 
Offered here a very desirable short wheelbase, soft-window Targa in Blue over original Beige leatherette upholstery on correct silver vented wheels and optioned with fog lights, electric fan, bumper horns and RF suppression. The car comes from 38 years of single family ownership out of New York State and is accompanied by the original 1976 Bill of Sale from Glen Porsche-Audi Corp, along with servicing records dating to 1976. Today, the Porsche displays older paintwork over the factory Bahama Yellow, while the interior's upholstery, front/rear compartments and underside remain very original. Additionally, the Targa is complete with ALL books, supplements,  tools and accessories - including: Maintenance Record Booklet, Driver's Manual, Targa Supplement, Emissions Annex, '68/'69 Distributors & Dealers reference, stamped Blaupunkt Warranty Card and User's Manual.
 
According to the Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, the motor and transmission are original to the car. Last registered for road use in 2004 this car will need attention to both the cosmetics and mechanicals as it has been in storage for the last 10 years, the motor turns freely and was in running condition not too long ago. Also of note: there IS rust on this car that will have to be repaired we have pictured it and have priced it accordingly. Nevertheless, this Targa serves as an excellent entry into classic SWB Porsche ownership and offers great potential for someone looking to restore just the right early Porsche whether for show or driver quality.
 
The 912 Targa's sporty accommodations and peppy engine produce thrilling tours in 4 optional roof configurations, and with only 2,562 early 912 Targas produced in total (according to the 912 Registry), here is a rare opportunity to acquire such an example with strong continuous collectability.

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1968 Porsche 912 Targa

To learn more about this vehicle, please contact our sales department at (281) 497-1000 or sales@driversource.com

Being sold "AS-IS" "WkHERE-IS" and with NO WARRANTIES. By bidding, you are committing to purchase this vehicle, and not the option to withdraw. We welcome and encourage inspections during the listing time frame. Please DO NOT BUY if you do not understand the terms - Backing out of the sale after the auction has concluded is unacceptable. We are more than happy to discuss the car and auction with you by telephone - Please contact: Jose Romero or Brandon Mason at (281) 497-1000. We can help arrange shipping worldwide.

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