1971 Porsche 911T

Introduced at the 1963 Frankfurt Motor Show the basic Porsche 911 design would run virtually unchanged for twenty-nine years. Ferdinand Porsche had been quietly working on a design since the late fifties, knowing that demand for his ever-popular 356 would eventually wane, and he would need a replacement that was fit for the changing needs of the mid-sixties. Eventually, the new car took shape on his drawing board and the 901 (later 911) was born and this design still, to this day, underpins the production of Porsche AG of Stuttgart. Before long the merits of using the Porsche 911 in competitive motor sport became apparent and history records it as one of the most successful campaigners of all time. From the 24 Hours of Le Mans, to grass roots motor sport, the 911 offered reliable performance in many guises.

For 1970, the C-Series 911 was introduced with a larger cylinder bore giving a capacity of 2165cc, producing 125bhp and now badged as a "T" at this power output. Alterations to suspension pick-up points improved the handling and gave a little more steering feel. Six-inch Fuchs 'five-leaf' forged alloys were now a standard fit.

This particular car, presented in sparkling Ivory White with contrasting Black Leatherette trim has had over £30,000 spent on it over recent years, undergoing a complete body renovation and, more recently, a complete engine and gearbox rebuild. It retains its matching numbers from new as confirmed by its Porsche Certificate of Authenticity. The original Fuchs alloys have also benefited from a refurb and in readiness for the sale the car has just had a full service to include some fresh gearbox oil.

MME 92L comes complete with its original hand and service books bound in a Porsche leather folder along with many receipts for the extensive work recently completed.

Early 911s possess a certain purity of line, particularly in white, a complete world away from the aerodynamic extravagances of the eighties and nineties, and in terms of style, it's the early cars that engender the most appreciative glances. A well set-up and maintained 911T, 'E' or 'S' driven with an intelligent right foot will provide some of the most quintessentially rewarding driving experiences you have ever had, and even the 125bhp 911T, for sale here, will leave you with a serious grin.

This is a very well maintained and delightfully presented example of the marque and comes with good provenance.