One to Buy: No Sunroof Light Yellow Euro-spec. 1975 Porsche 911 2.7 Carrera
While most other sports car manufacturers struggled to integrate the more intrusive safety equipment being mandated in most major markets during the 1970s, some innovative design saw features like impact-absorbing bumpers integrated to the Porsche 911 with aplomb.
For the first two years of impact bumper 911 production, Porsche offered the series production 911 with 2.7-litre Flat 6 engines in three states of tune: the entry level 150bhp base model 911, the 175bhp mid-range 911 S and the flagship 210bhp 911 Carrera.
All three variants could be ordered as either a Coupe or Targa.
Unfortunately, owing to stringent emissions legislation in the United States, there was no way the 210bhp engine used in the 911 Carrera (the same mechanically fuel-injected unit used in the fabled 2.7-litre Carrera RS of 1972-1973) could be made to meet Environmental Protection Agency requirements.
As a consequence, the 175bhp 911 S motor was fitted to these US-bound 911 Carreras, which makes a full fat European spec. example from the 1974-1975 model year a rare thing in the US.
Just such a car is currently on offer with Autosport Designs in Long Island, New York.
Completed in April 1975 and delivered via Raffay Porsche in Hamburg, this 911 Carrera was ordered as a Light Yellow Coupe with Black Shetland leatherette upholstery, Fuchs alloy wheels, a limited-slip differential, Bilstein shocks, a rear windscreen wiper and tinted glass.
Perhaps most significantly, it was also configured in hugely desirable ‘non sunroof’ trim resulting in the lightest, stiffest bodyshell.
Offered with a tool kit, tyre kit, spare wheel, jack, original book pack, date matched spare wheel and a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity.
Reprinted below is Autosport Designs’ description:
Light Yellow with Black interior, Black carpeting
2.7 Liter MFI Flat 6-cylinder engine
5-Speed "915" gearbox
Recent complete restoration
Matching Numbers
Original colors
Sunroof delete
Exceptional throughout
Porsche Certificate of Authenticity.
The first year of the G series body, 1974 was a major turning point in 911 development. A strengthened chassis, impact bumpers and the new short hood look combined with the RS flared fenders, wider wheels and iconic ducktail gave the Carrera a more athletic personality without detracting from the cars famous profile.
With the exception of the emissions strict US market, the ROW (rest of world) 2.7 Carrera was fitted with Porsches last mechanical fuel injection engine from the 1973 RS; a 2.7 Flat 6-cylinder with 210bhp. With this race proven engine in the new G body 911 form, the Carrera could achieve 0-60mph in 5.5 seconds.
This Carrera 2.7 MFI is shown in superb cosmetic and mechanical condition. It is a RoW example that has been exceptionally well cared for and well-serviced. It delivers an outstanding driving experience with a tight feel and strong power, it is an exceptional 911 in every respect.
This Carrera 2.7 MFI was restored by well-known Porsche restoration and tuning specialists, SportClasse, Lisbon, Portugal. Recently imported to the United States by Autosport Designs, it is exceptional in every way, ready for road or concours use. The mechanically injected 2.7 delivers an outstanding driving experience with a tight feel and strong power, not to mention the 1974-75 model years being the start of the 911 G-Body era.
This Carrera comes with its tool kit, tire kit, spare wheel, jack, original books, date matched spare wheel and its Porsche Certificate of Authenticity.
This rare Light Yellow Carrera 2.7 MFI is a welcome addition to any Porsche enthusiast garage or collection.
