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Year:1977 Mileage:37200 Color:
Location:

West Bloomfield, Michigan, United States

West Bloomfield, Michigan, United States
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1977 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.0 Targa

 VIN: 9117610125

 Grand Prix White with Black Leather interior

 Never sold new in the U.S.

 One of 3687 total Coupes and Targas built in 1976 and 1977

 A Survivor

 Less than 37,200 total indicated miles

 Unrestored, with older respray

 Extra clean, always garaged

 Non-smoking owner

 All features and numbers match Certificate of Authenticity

 

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About the Carrera 3.0

·         Successor to 2.7 Carrera series

·         Built for 1976 and 1977 model years, only

·         2993cc engine built from 930 Turbo case and internals

·         200 HP, 188ft/lb. torque

·         1120 kg/ 2469lbs curb weight

·         Claimed 6.5 second 0-100km/h when new

 

·         Standard automatic heater control

·         Standard power windows

·         Headlight washers

 

·         1977 model year also added:

o   Fully galvanized body

o   Power assisted brakes

o   Improved ventilation with center dash vents

o   K-Jetronic improvements to fuel pump and air flow meter

 

·         3687 total Carrera 3.0 cars built

·         1123 Targa body

·         365 left-hand-drive Targas for 1977 model year

·         Never sold new in the US

·         More info can be found here

Current Owner 21+ Years

·         Originally sold new overseas

·         Grey market import to the U.S. by previous owner

·         Locally owned and serviced by Lavery Porsche

·         Current owner/seller since 1992

·         Purchased from previous owner with 24,000 indicated miles

·         Never abused

·         Few modifications

·         Extra Clean, never smoked in

·         Always garage storage

·         Regular maintenance with all receipts since purchase by current owner

Porsche Certificate of Authenticity

·         All features and numbers on CoA matching

·         Engine number 6670339

·         Transmission number 171399

·         Grand Prix White exterior (Code R4)

·         Black Leather interior (Code 68)

·         Blaupunkt radio

·         5-speed transmission

·         Tinted glass all around

·         Pirelli tires

Engine

·         Original engine type 930/02, number 6670339

·         3.0 liters

·         200 HP, 188 ft-lb torque

·         Oil change service with Castrol GTX and ZDP additive, May 2013

·         Major service with valve adjustment less than 1000 miles ago

·         Carrera pressure-fed timing tensioner update

·         SSI stainless heat exchangers with Porsche muffler

·         Perma-Tune electronic ignition

·         5-blade fan replaced with 11-blade

·         CIS airbox flapper installed

·         Starts, idles, runs, drives and stops as it should.

·         No warning lights on

·         Gauges show normal oil temperatures, pressures and oil level

·         No known oil leaks

·         No oil consumption, noises or smoking concerns

5-Speed Manual Transmission

·         Original transmission type 915/61, number 171399

·         Transmission shifts smoothly up and down to all gears with no noises or hesitation

·         Swepco gear oil

·         Shifter is precise and accurate

·         Clutch was replaced at 25k miles

·         Clutch is firm and engages as expected with no shudder or slipping

·         No leaks

Suspension, brakes, steering:

·         Original Fuchs 16” wheels are unbent

·         911.361.020.43, 16 x 6 front / 911.361.020.45, 16 x 8 rear

·         BF Goodrich Comp T/A ZR tires with even wear and tread remaining at all corners

·         Wheels balanced.  No vibration at speed.

·         Recent Boge gas front and rear shocks

·         Turbo tie rod ends

·         All seals, CV boots in good condition

·         Properly aligned at stock ride height.  Does not pull or have uneven tire wear.  Steering wheel level when driving straight.

·         Brakes stop straight and with no pulsation

·         Stainless flexible brake lines

·         New brake fluid, May 2013

·         Underbody panel in place, undamaged and fits properly

Body:

·         Grand Prix White exterior (Code R4/908-9-2) with Black Leather interior (Code 68)

·         All panels with gaps as-built

·         No rust on body, including all exterior panels

·         Smuggler’s box and cover are clean with no rust concerns

·         Older respray in original color

·         Paint is clean with no fading or peeling

·         Windshield washers and front and rear wipers all work properly

·         H4 halogen headlights

·         Headlight lenses are clear, with no discoloring

·         Headlight washers work properly with even spray pattern

·         All lights, inside and out, work correctly

·         Power heated side mirror

·         Black leather trim with no significant damage, rips or tears

·         Dash is undamaged with no cracks

·         Door pockets and hinged covers complete and operate OK

·         Carpet shows minimal wear

·         Replacement Targa outer covering and headliner with no sagging, stains or rips and minimal wear

·         Near- new Pilkington tinted windshield

·         All other glass in very good condition

·         Targa roof fits and seals properly, removes and installs easily

·         Both power windows operate smoothly and are noise-free

·         Door locks work properly

·         Gas filler door fits as-new, opens properly

·         All seals in good condition with no leaks or noise

·         Gas struts operate properly for both front trunk lid and rear deck lid

·         Body is solid and tight when driving with no rattles or wind noise concerns

Other Features:

·         Automatic heater with motorized control works properly.  Heater heats hot.

·         Panasonic CQ-DP720U CD/radio with detachable faceplate and JBL speakers

·         Black, locking manual antenna

·         Radio and speakers operate properly.  Good reception from antenna.

·         All instruments work properly

·         Speedometer is mostly accurate compared with GPS

·         Both odometers work properly

·         Clock is accurate

·         Cigar lighter works

·         Aftermarket air horns are loud and clear

·         Strong battery in correct size with original cables

·         No warning lights on

·         Seat belts in good condition.  Retractors work properly.

Also included:

·         Clear Michigan title

·         Porsche Certificate of Authenticity

·         Original owner’s manual

·         Technical Specifications booklet

·         Original Blaupunkt Lyon radio, believed to be still working

·         All receipts from 21+ years by current owner

·         Four keys on original blanks, plus one extra key and antenna lock key

·         Never-used spare wheel and tire

·         Original jack

·         Original tool kit

·         Original Porsche touchup paint stick

 

“The large print giveth and the small print taketh away”- Tom Waits:

Please remember, this is a used car, which, as nice as it may be, is not prefect.  I strive to deliver accurate descriptions, but it is possible to miss small deficiencies and will not be held liable for these minor misnomers.  This vehicle is sold AS IS/WHERE IS and comes with no warranties, expressed or implied, whatsoever.

Known issues:

·         Total mileage believed correct, but cannot be verified before current owner purchased with claimed 24,000 miles

·         Respray in original color is solid and good-looking, but not concours

·         Some overspray on trim

·         Few small dings from 36+ years of careful use

·         Few stone marks on front end and mirror

·         Few small touch-ups around the car

·         One scrape, approx. 3” at right quarter panel, near torsion bar cover

·         Front flexible spoiler is slightly scuffed in small area on right side, but is overall good-looking and tight-fitting

·         Hood crest and Carrera 3.0 emblem both show normal patina/aging

·         Light surface corrosion on some undercar components.  No structural rust whatsoever.

·         Some scuffs around interior including trim panels, expected wear on steering wheel, controls, shifter and console

·         Paint worn on floors under carpets, but no rust

·         Carpets show some wear

·         Trunk carpet worn through at fuel level sender area

·         Trunk sheet metal under carpet resprayed, but color match is not good

·         Visors are slightly misshapen, but not faded or torn

·         Left lock cylinder door flapper damaged, but works properly

·         Rear defroster does not operate.  Switch and relay work, but a wiring terminal is believed disconnected under rear window seal

·         One tiny hole in muffler at lower right end

·         Some tools have slight corrosion

Not included:

·         No importation or certification records from previous owner are available

·         NO ADDITIONAL PARTS INCLUDED

·         NO PARTS AVAILABLE THAT ARE NOT IN PHOTOS, SORRY

Pre-purchase inspection is welcomed.  Please contact me through “Ask a question” to arrange inspection and for any additional information.

 

Offered with realistic reserve. There is no “Buy It Now” price.  Auction will not end early.  Car will be sold to the highest bidder above reserve.

Terms:

 

Buyer is responsible for vehicle pickup or shipping.

 

$1000.00 deposit required within 48 hours of auction close.

PayPal accepted for deposit, only.

Payment methods accepted:

-Wire transfer in US funds.

-Cashier's Check (certified from US or Canadian bank) or money order.

-Cash (in person).


PayPal not accepted for full purchase payment.

 

Bid with confidence!  See my 100% positive feedback.

 

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