1973 Porsche 911E 2.4 Targa

1973 Porsche 911E 2.4 Targa
Chassis no. 9113211040
Engine no. 6232029
2,341cc SOHC Flat 6-Cylinder Engine
Bosch Fuel Injection
165bhp at 6,200rpm
5-Speed Manual Transaxle
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes

*Matching numbers example in beautiful condition
*Completed in striking Signal Orange over Black and Brown Pepita interior
*Desirable end-of-the-run 2.4-liter, long-hood 911 Targa
*Offered from the collection of Frank Darabont

THE PORSCHE 911

Porsche developed a reputation early on for their surprising performance from their small displacement rear-engine sports and racing cars. These "giant killers" could outperform cars with much higher horsepower figures by making light cars with incredible handling. This combination gave Porsches their truly unique driving characteristics and solidified their dedicated following of Porsche enthusiasts.

Starting in 1964 with the original 911, Porsche has produced a line of six-cylinder rear-engine sportscars that could compete with much more powerful cars thanks to their low weight and superior handling. The 911 quickly became an icon of performance and handling, offering a driving experience unlike anything else. The 911 has continuously evolved into a more sophisticated, powerful, and capable driving machine, as well as a reliable and usable car.

1969 ushered in the first major changes to the iconic Porsche 911. Retaining the unique and successful rear engine layout as well as the same basic styling, the majority of the changes to the 911 were internal. Dimensionally, the rear track and wheelbase grew, while the overall length stayed the same as the earlier cars. Mechanical fuel injection debuted this year as well as in top-of-the-line 911S and the new 911E. The 911E received its name from Einspritzung, the German term for injection. Slotted between the base-model 911T and the 911S, the E, which replaced the 911L "Luxus," featured improvements including a leather wrapped steering wheel, velour carpeting, vented brake discs, and golden script on the rear deck.

Porsche added an open-topped variant to the 911-model range for 1967 featuring a stainless steel-clad roll bar and removable roof panel. Commemorating Porsche's successive wins at the famous Sicilian road race, the new model was termed "Targa", a term coined by other manufacturers since to describe this body configuration. The new 911 Targa was as close as Porsche came to 'wind in the hair' 911 motoring until the introduction of a full Cabriolet in the early 1980s.

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

This stunning end-of-the-run, long-hood 911E 2.4 Targa is being offered from the collection of acclaimed Shawshank Redemption director Frank Darabont - creator of the Walking Dead series. Completed at the Zuffenhausen-based Porsche works as a 1973 model-year 911E Targa, the new Porsche was equipped with the same engine as fitted in the car today, while the exterior was finished in a Gold Metallic color over a black leatherette interior. The car was equipped for the US market, and the long list of optional extras included front and rear stabilizer bars, wheel well moldings, Comfort Equipment Package, fog lights, tinted glass and Dunlop tires.

Mr. Darabont purchased the 911E 2.4 Targa in 2015 from the Porsche experts at CPR Classic Sales in Fallbrook, CA. A comprehensive mechanical service, maintenance and refurbishment job was done at this point, of which receipts can be found in the history file. The Porsche has since been kept in his climate-controlled collection of exquisite European sports cars, while being treated to service and maintenance as needed. With the exterior completed in the period-correct Signal Orange color, the car looks very appropriate for the era. The cabin was recently refurbished with a new light-brown leather interior, with pepita black and brown on white coolth inserts - a livery that suits the car extremely well. The wheel well moldings are still in situ, and European-style H4 headlights have been fitted out front. The Porsche is accompanying by an owner's manual, a tool kit, and invoices from the work performed by CPR as well as the Porsche-issued Certificate of Authenticity. This well sorted, beautifully finished 1973 911E 2.4 Targa offers an opportunity to acquire a fine example of the highly desirable long-hood, air-cooled MFI 911, which is ready to be enjoyed on tours such as the Copperstate 100 or Ramshorn Rally.