The NEC Classic Motor Show Sale 10th - 12th November 2023

+ buyers premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) on the first £300,000 of the hammer and 10% plus VAT (12% incl VAT) thereafter 157 The early Porsche 911 cars (model years 1965-67, also known as the ‘zero model range’, before the A Series began with Model year 1968) are now considered very pure, featuring a short wheelbase that gave simple yet elegant profile; they were a step-change evolution over the out-going 356, utilising the newly developed and more powerful 1,991cc flat-six ‘boxer’ engine, unitary construction for the bodyshell and a more modern McPherson strut and trailing arm arrangement. The car presented here is a 1966 Porsche 911 (model-year 1966, denoted by its chassis number: 304562), and was supplied new, as one of 1,710 examples that year, to the US. As a now much sought after early model, it was specified still with a wooden steering wheel and dashboard inlay, now considered very desirable early- model features. By the time this car was built (in May 1966), Porsche was using two triple-choke Weber carburettors on their 1,991cc engine, coined Type 901/05, which this car utilises (again, denoted by its engine number: 907790). Giving 130bhp with sportscar performance and handling, the 911 model quickly found success with its great looks, outstanding performance and the versatility of being either a grand tourer or a circuit racer. Early competition results included a good showing at the 1965 Monte Carlo Rally, with victories coming in the 1966 and 1967 European Rally Championship. In 1968, the 911 emphatically established its credentials as a frontline rally car, with works-entered 911s winning eight of the 15 European Championship rounds, firmly placing the 911 as a mainstay in historic rallying. Chassis #304562 was supplied new via Porsche Cars America as per its accompanying Certificate of Authenticity, specified in Polo Red (6602) with black leatherette (as it presents today). Optional equipment included a Webasto roof, antenna, coloured windows, hubcaps with Porsche crest and safety belts. It’s understood that this car was a one-owner, 55,000-mile example in America before it was brought to the UK for a comprehensive restoration (full details upon request). In April 2023, marque specialists Autofarm serviced the car and, without doubt, it is now one of the best-presented 911 SWB examples available to buy today. We welcome any inspection of this superb early 911, you will not be disappointed; this is a significant opportunity, especially as it is offered for sale with No Reserve. On offer from the Barton J Hubert No Reserve Collection - understood to be a one-owner, 55,000-mile car in America before coming to the UK for a comprehensive restoration. Lot 234 1966 Porsche 911 2.0-Litre ‘SWB’ Coupé Registration: KKH 674D Chassis No.: 304562 Estimate: £80,000 - £100,000 Offered at No Reserve Specialist: Joseph Watts Telephone No: 07779 082707 More Details Lot 234 Bid On Lot 234