1972 Porsche 911T Targa R Gruppe

• VIN 9112110723
• Carrera 3.0-liter engine (Type 930/2)
• 200 horsepower @ 6,000 rpm with 188 foot-pounds torque @ 4,200 rpm
• 915 5-speed transmission

California car for the past four (4) decades with only three (3) owners. Finished in its original color combination of Aubergine with a Black interior. Rare 1972 outside oil fill, one year only production. Recent cosmetic restoration including paint and upholstery, in excellent condition inside and out. The interior has been reupholstered with black vinyl with RS door panels, a Momo steering wheel, and an AM/FM/Bluetooth radio. Cars Inc. reconditioned the Targa top in the correct German material. Options include rear ducktail and 911S front spoiler with bumperette delete. The Fuchs alloy wheels are fitted to Pirelli CN36 Cinturato 185 70 15 tires. The undercarriage is solid and rust-free with a front oil cooler, and front and rear adjustable sway bar.

Originally sold by Volkswagen North Central Distribution Inc. in Deerfield, Illinois on December 28, 1972. By 1978, the Targa traded hands to a local in Illinois who had the 911 for two years until eventually trading hands to the previous owner, Mr. Friedrichs. Mr. Friedrichs drove the 911 from 1980-2000, aspired to increase the performance of his 911, and began his journey to complete his dream.

Mechanically powered by a twin-plug Carrera 3.0L flat-six engine (Type 930/2) paired with a 915 5-speed manual transmission and four-wheel disc braking system. Details of the build and upgrades performed from 2011-2013: The engine was rebuilt by Volkers German in Santee, California, and is a Carrera 3.0-liter case and features a modified 964 oil pump, NCM crankshaft, JE pistons and cylinders, SC heads, 49mm cam towers, upgraded Carrera tensioner kit, Carrera 3.0 distributor, Billet adjustable oil return tubes, and PMO 46mm carburetors. The transmission is a standard 915, and a Tarret Engineering Rennshirt performance shifter was installed. The engine was later upgraded to a twin plug specification by SuperTec Performance in Fallbrook, California, and included the Supertec head stud kit, MSD 6 AL ignition box, NGK spark plugs, MSD high vibration coils, twin plug wire set, twin plug ignition distributor, RSR plug wire holders, RSR plug connector holders, regrind cams to DC 60, machine heads and valve covers. The suspension is set up with Elephant Racing spring plates, Tarett Engineering adjustable rear sway bar, Bilstein shocks, and Tarett Engineering adjustable front sway bar. Braking is handled by OEM 930 Turbo brake calibers with cross-drilled rotors.

In 2023 European Collectibles purchased this 911T Targa. After inspecting the 911 we performed a windows out complete respray to the original factory color of Aubergine, which is accompanied by original glass, new rubber seals, and aluminum trim. The upholstery was completely retrimmed with black vinyl and new German carpets. The result is a beautifully restored 911T Targa cosmetically and mechanically, presented in its original color combination. Complete with the original owner's manual, Porsche maintenance service booklet, 72-73 Technical Specifications booklet, and a large 3-ring binder with extensive documentation over 51 years of service history. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire an R Gruppe 911 that is well sorted.