Highlights

One of only 2,500 912 Targas with early ‘soft window’ design
Fully restored by renowned German specialist Turmgarage
Work balanced renewal with originality
Original engine and transmission completely rebuilt
Bodywork repainted in original factory colour to high standard
Interior refreshed, preserving original components
Available with new German technical inspection if required

The Appeal

Porsche’s original Targa was a suitably ingenious solution to anticipated changes in US legislation that risked outlawing open top cars. Debuted on the 911 in 1966 and extended to the 912 from 1967, the first Targas had removable roof panels and a folding rear soft top.

Just 2,500 912s were built with this arrangement and they are exceptionally rare finds today. Here we have one, and it is a treat for enthusiasts. The seller commissioned an extensive restoration by Porsche specialist Turmgarage of Kleve, Germany in 2018. The work was completed in 2019 and neatly blends original features with refurbished and restored items.

The work by Turmgarage included an engine and gearbox rebuild plus overhaul of the brakes, suspension and shock absorbers. The body was restored and repainted in the original colour. To preserve originality, the interior was lightly refreshed rather than replaced.

Thanks to sparing use, this rare car is in very good cosmetic and mechanical order. It is a matching numbers car, including the optional 5spd manual gearbox. The vendor tells us that it can be sold with a new German technical inspection if required.

The History and Paperwork

Built in 1967 according to seller
Factory paperwork indicates it was ordered on 18th October 1967
The original buyer was based in California, USA
German registration documents indicate it was first registered 1st July 1968
VIN number shows this is car 202 of the 1968 model year 912 Targa cars built
In current ownership since 2018
Restored by Turmgarage, Kleve between 2018 and 2019
Summary of this work below and above
Factory handbook and service book available as shown
Record of work by Turmgarage
MOT expired but could be renewed upon request
USA ‘MPH’ speedometer showing 40,541 miles
Due to the age of the car and five-digit odometer, this mileage cannot be verified

Work by Turmgarage:

Engine and gearbox rebuild
Brake overhaul
Suspension refurbished
Shock absorbers replaced
Interior refreshed and reworked
Full bodywork restoration
Respray in the original colour

The Condition

Bodywork completely rebuilt and repainted in original factory colour
Paintwork is clearly high quality and presents well in photos
Photos indicate few if any signs of age or use since respray
We are not aware of any marks or scuffs to bodywork reported by seller
Factory correct car including wheels, badging and trim
Exterior fittings including badges, bumpers, trim and roof in very good order
There is some light age to the exterior components due to originality
This includes light tarnish to some chrome elements, aged bumper rubbers and crack in one rear light
Sits on factory steel wheels with chrome hub caps
Non-matching Fuchs-style alloy spare wheel plus tool kit and tonneau
Fitted with matching Dunlop tyres in good order with plenty of remaining tread
Targa roof presents well with roof panel showing only very minor marks
Rear folding soft top in good order with clear, flexible screen
Underside shows very well in photos following Turmgarage restoration
Original interior refreshed where needed during restoration
Cabin presents very well with some light age to features as shown
Black vinyl front and rear seats in good order with matching carpets
Rubber protective mats to front and rear footwells
Front boot carpet is clean and well kept
Door cards in good order with speaker holes inset
Fitted with classic style radio as shown
Four spoke wood-rimmed Porsche steering wheel
Dials, dashboard and switchgear all present well
Non-functioning clock and fuel gauge

This car was extensively restored by Turmgarage between 2018 and 2019. It has been with the current keeper ever since and he has clearly looked after it well. We struggled to find any indications of use since the work was completed.

The approach was to prioritise originality. So the car retains its fetching original dark red paintwork and many of the original fittings. These are in good order with a light patina to some components that arguably adds a nice level of extra character. The clever Targa roof with its folding rear window is in very good condition and fully working.

Inside, the interior was refreshed by Turmgarage but not fully restored. Like the outside, that means a level of character and light signs of use that suit a car of this age. Everything works except the clock and fuel gauge.

The Mechanics

1,582cc flat-four engine
Fitted with optional factory 5spd gearbox
Very tidy engine bay as shown
Original engine and transmission completely rebuilt
Overhauled brakes, shock absorbers, and suspension components
No reported running or driving issues
Car can be sent for German technical inspection of buyer requires

Afficionado’s known that the 912’s sweet-revvng 1.6L flat four is a gem of a powerplant. Lighter than the flax-six of the 911, it enables agile, nimble handling. Here, it is mated to the optional factory 5spd gearbox that delivers more relaxed high-speed cruising.

The engine and gearbox are the original units but have been fully rebuilt by Turmgarage with few miles covered since. The brakes, suspension and shock absorbers have also been renewed.

The seller tells us that the car runs and drives very well with no known issues.

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