PORSCHE 912 Lot n° 7

The most agile Porsche... The model It's impossible to talk about Porsche without dwelling at length on its emblematic, iconic and essential model. The 911 is one of Porsche's greatest automotive success stories. From its first presentation in 1964 to the present day, the 911 has never ceased to evolve with the times. It is, of course, unique in the history of the automobile. The 911 was a success from the outset. Porsche therefore decided to concentrate on production, abandoning the 356. Nevertheless, to make it more accessible, in 1965 the brand proposed a less powerful version, using the 356's 4-cylinder flat-bed instead of the 6-cylinder. This was a seduction operation aimed at 356 enthusiasts who were unwilling or unable to buy the 911. The Porsche 912 uses the same body as the 911, as well as its running gear. As for the interior, it's a little bare, with 3 round meters instead of the five round VDO ones. However, there was an option to switch to 5 round meters, and this became standard from 1967 onwards. It should also be pointed out that the tracks are narrower and there is no stabilizer bar. This entry-level 911 was available in 3 models. The SWB produced from 1965 to 1968, then the LWB in 1969, which was the basis for the new 911, and finally the E in 1976. The latter was reserved for the North American market. It was offered in the same body variants as the 911, namely Coupé and Targa. The 912 continued its successful career for 4 years. Almost 30,000 912s were built, almost as many as 911s. Most of this success was in the United States. However, it did leave the catalog, but for more regulatory reasons, as the new American laws on pollutant emissions made its old 4-cylinder engine unfit for consumption. Porsche was not caught unawares, however, as it presented its new entry-level model: the 911 T. Its 6-cylinder engine was simplified, making the 912 obsolete. Power was lower, but so was weight. As a result, with its reduced overhang, the 912 distributes weight more evenly and is more agile and stable than the 911. It's an entirely new driving experience. The This is a 1968 Porsche 912 with 66,539 km on the clock. The vehicle was presented outdoors, and no elevator inspection was carried out. The identification is in line with the elements presented. The vehicle's paintwork has several defects. The vehicle had been repainted by the previous owner, and several paint drips and runs were visible. The vehicle has been repainted in Grey Steel, whereas the original color was orange, which is visible on the door jambs. Note the presence of appearance defects in various areas of the bodywork, blisters, chips, corrosion detected, visible repairs, impacts, chords. The future buyer will certainly have to do some bodywork and repainting if he wants to recover the original charm of this car. The upper structure of the vehicle does not appear to have any previous damage, but the tailgate used to close the hood is not securely fastened. The windows are not engraved and are standard. The interior and instrumentation are in standard condition. They have not been restored, but everything is functional or in serviceable condition. There are many signs of wear and defects due to the age of the vehicle. Interior upholstery and carpets show signs of wear. The upholstery is fairly well preserved. The mechanical assembly is in good working order, as demonstrated by a dynamic road test. However, the vehicle is in need of a general overhaul. The underbody and floorboards show some damage to the anti-gravel system. There are traces of surface corrosion. The front and rear tires are worn. Significant cracking. The most agile Porsche... The model It's impossible to talk about Porsche without dwelling at length on its emblematic, iconic, and essential model. The 911 is one of Porsche's greatest automotive success stories. From its first presentation in 1964 to the present day, 911 has never stopped evolving with the times. It is, of course, unique in the history of the motor car. The 911 was a success from the outset. Porsche, therefore, decided to concentrate on its production and abandoned the 356. Nevertheless, to make it more accessible, in 1965 the brand offered a less powerful version, using the 356's 4-cylinder flat engine instead of the 6-cylinder. This was a seduction operation aimed at 356 enthusiasts who w