1979 Porsche 911 SC Targa

Lot Number: 113

1979 Porsche 911 SC Targa

An original, UK-supplied, right-hand drive 1979 3-litre Super Carrera Targa in Grand Prix White.

  • Sold for: £39,375

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th March, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Grand Prix White

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    BRD 778T

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    8387 Miles

SUMMARY

An original, UK-supplied, right-hand drive 1979 3-litre Super Carrera Targa in Grand Prix White.

DESCRIPTION

  • Stunning 3-litre right-hand drive SC Targa in Grand Prix White with a tan leatherette and checked cloth interior
  • Powered by a 180bhp, 3-litre six-cylinder engine with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection and a 5-speed 915 transmission
  • Supplied new by Heddell & Deeks Porsche in Bournemouth
  • Original stamped service book present. History file includes various invoices, old MOTs and previous Bills of Sale
  • £4,377.62 spent during current ownership at Porsche specialist with invoices on file
  • Documented speedo-head change at 97,487 miles
  • There appears to be a gearbox concern and occasionally it is difficult to select a gear. Our vendor is familiar with the problem but continues to drive the car. We invite interested parties to have a look and form their own opinion

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
113
Make
PORSCHE
Model
911
Variant
SC TARGA
Registration Number
BRD 778T
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
9119310583
Engine Number
6391548
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Grand Prix White

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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SEE IT IN ACTION

SCORE:

85 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Driven daily through the summer and kept under cover in winter. No major faults externally, has obviously had a body restoration although i don't have that paperwork from a previous owner - but visibly the exterior is in good condition.

Interior


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Remarks

New interior leather and seats facings fitted - again no paperwork from previous owner but visibly the interior is in excellent condition.

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

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Running:

Remarks

Driven daily and never not started, not had any problems with the engine apart from having had some mixture / timing work last summer.

Transmission


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Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Remarks

Gearbox undoubtedly needs work - grinds into gears and selector is loose. It's been that way almost as long as i've owned it for 2.5 years so continues to be drivable, but clearly is going to need some gearbox work soon.

Running Gear


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Remarks

Nothing noticeable

Electrics


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Remarks

Had some minor electrical work fixed last year with a few loose connections in the fuse box, but nothing major. Everything working as it should, apart from the cigarette lighter / power socket.

Vehicle History

Remarks

As mentioned, i've driven this car as my daily driver for 2.5 years and have loved it. It really turns heads in the street and has given me almost no problems in that time. Very likely time for some gearbox work and so time for the next enthusiast to look after her!


Restoration Notes

Body restoration undertaken c.15 years ago, and complete new interior fitted c.5 years ago.

About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

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