1974 Porsche 911 27S

Make:

Porsche

Mileage:

Unknown

Location:

Warwickshire, UK

Seller:

Silverstone Auctions

Sold Price:

£78,750

Sold Date:

24th October, 2015

Description:

Since the prototype was unveiled in 1963, the Porsche 911 has gone on to become perhaps, the most famous sports car of all time. A classically Germanic blend of engineering excellence and austerely beautiful design it remains to this day in real terms, the only supercar that can be reliably used on a daily basis. In 1973, it had already been 10 years since the 911 was first introduced and its spirit was alive and well. This year brought some major innovations, including the characteristic shock-absorbing bumpers, the ducktail and whale-tail and a completely galvanised body. In the same year, one of the most influential models in 911 history was introduced: the Carrera RS. Although in 1973 the E, T and S had a 2.4 engine, the RS had a tuned engine with a bigger bore and a capacity of 2681cc. A year later the new models (G-series) would be equipped with a detuned version of this same 2.7 engine.The discovery of a completely original, ultra-low mileage, beautifully preserved classic Porsche 911 2.7S fuel injection that has never been on the market before will no doubt attract attention globally and so it should. Finished in the lovely period colour of Sahara Beige with a contrasting beige interior, this 2.7S has been kept away from public prying eyes for just over 37 years and has only covered an incredible 9,571 miles from new. Originally supplied by Leroy Cannon Porsche/Audi, th...

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