Highlights

Extensive restoration with meticulous attention to detail
Only three registered owners since leaving the factory, very large history file
Exceptional pedigree
Interior reupholstered in Pépita houndstooth fabric
Engine rebuilt less than 10,000 km ago
MOT valid until November 2026

The most

The history of the air-cooled 911 is full of iconic models, but the introduction of the SC 3.0L in 1977 remains one of the highlights. These cars benefited from a strengthened and lightened flat-six engine from the 930, increased power, and wider curves that reinforced their aggressive looks. No wonder these models are among the most coveted of the air-cooled era.

This magnificent SC Targa in Continental Orange is one of the most beautiful we've seen in a long time. Thanks to an extensive restoration programme over recent years, it benefits from a high quality paint job, a reworked interior in period houndstooth fabric and a complete engine and gearbox rebuild carried out less than 10,000km ago.

The result is a car in excellent condition. Add to that only three successive owners, a roadworthiness test valid until November 2026 and a comprehensive service history, and you have an exceptional example of one of the finest 911s ever built.

History and Documents

First registration on 30 November 1977
Chassis number confirms 1978 model year
Initially registered in Germany
Three successive owners:
First from 1977 to 1989
Second from 1989 to 2018
Third since 2018
Original service history
Complete history file, visible in the photos
Complete restoration since 2021: bodywork, paintwork, interior and mechanicals
Roadworthiness test valid until 1 November 2026
The seller specifies that this is an early version of the SC equipped with the 180 hp engine and 915 gearbox.

Condition

Very high quality Continental Orange paintwork redone in 2021
Straight bodywork with widened SC lines and colour-matched bumpers
Classic black Fuchs wheels with polished edges in very good condition
Matching Goodyear tyres with minimal wear
Quality orange-tinted headlights
Removable roof and Targa panel in excellent condition
Recent underbody treatment, with no problems reported at MOT
No rust or defects reported, chassis and floors in excellent condition
Interior reupholstered in top-of-the-range black and white houndstooth fabric
Interior in very good condition, with few signs of wear and tear
Aluminium pedals and vintage Alpine radio-cassette system
The car is fitted with a Momo "Prototypo" type steering wheel but we have the original steering wheel.
Quality orange tinted headlights (white available on request)

Mechanicals

2,994 cm³ '930' naturally-aspirated flat-six aluminium engine
Power: approximately 180 bhp
Complete engine rebuild completed less than 10,000 km ago: chains, valves, piston rings, bearings and valve guides all rebuilt
915 5-speed manual gearbox, completely rebuilt in 2021, works perfectly
Brake system recently overhauled
No signs of oil leaks reported by seller
Equipped with Dansk stainless steel exhaust installed in 2024
Brake system fully serviced recently with aviation hoses
Perfect engine seal, no oil leaks

Inheriting the improved flat-six from the 930 (without turbo), this 911 offers more power and optimised handling. The 5-speed gearbox option is particularly popular.

Successive owners have taken great care of this car, as the impressive list of recent works testifies. With a rebuilt engine and gearbox, revised brakes and the addition of a stainless steel exhaust system, this 911 arrives in your hands without any major mechanical problems. A real opportunity for Porsche enthusiasts.

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