Highlights

12 month process of dismantling then fully restored Targa
Only 105 miles covered since completion
Refurbished across mechanicals, bodywork, paintwork and interior
Classically finished in Guards Red with black leather
Desirable matching numbers SC model with 180bhp 3L and 915 transaxle
Very good, freshly-renovated condition
Rare opportunity to acquire SC Targa at a very high level

The Appeal

The SC arrived in 1978 with the 3L flat six that shared its architecture with the turbocharged 930. These cars got more luxurious and comfortable and make excellent touring cars. Particularly the Targa models, with their removable sunroof panels.

We doubt you’re going to find a better example than this European specification LHD one. It is fresh from a meticulous strip down and rebuilt that covered every aspect of the car. Through running gear, engine, trim, bodywork and paintwork, nothing was left untouched, as the extensive photographs of the work prove. It has only covered 105 miles since completion.

Classically finished in original Guards Red with black leather interior, this very low mileage car - just 105,917 kms from new (65,814 miles) - is about as close to a brand new SC Targa as it is possible to get. The specification includes LSD, Bilstein Sport B6 dampers, 16in Fuchs-style alloys and the 5pd 915 gearbox.

This car would grace any collection whilst also fitting right in on high-end European classic car tours. European registration documents are included

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The History and Paperwork

First registered 1978
Second year production 1979 Model Year car
Delivered new in California
Porsche Product Specifications (PPS) application pending and expected prior to sale
Imported to Europe around five years ago
European registration documented included
We understand this car to be a USA-market SC
We are told the current technical inspection runs to 17th September 2029
Extensively restored with photos of work shown
VIN number confirms this as car number 145 of the 1,874 Targas built in 1979
Vendor confirms that the displayed kilometerage is correct and genuine

The Condition

Freshly and extensively restored car finished in classic and factory correct Guards Red
Early car with desirable fully galvanised body
High end restoration work as documented in photos
The work covered bodywork, paintwork, exterior trim and interior
Lights, glasswork and exterior trim present very well
No obvious or notified deterioration to paintwork or trim due to recent restoration
Sits on smart new 16in Fuchs-style black alloys with polished rims
Michelin Sport Pilot tyres with 205/50R16 on front and 225/50R16 on rear
Targa roof refurbished using correct German vinyl
Targa roof in very good order with well kept exterior and interior surfaces
Underside presents to a very high, freshly restored standard as shown
Black leather interior has been extensively restored and seats look unused
Leather driver's foorest pad added
Factory three spoke leather steering wheel re-stitched
New silver-knit black carpets
Blaupunkt Coburg SQR49 radio/cassette
Functional gauges and switches
Factory air conditioning although this is uncharged
New body seals, fog lights, and headlight/tail light seats
New wiper blades, replacement fuel camp and grommets
New door contact switches and new door handle seals
Light lenses either polished or replaced as required
New front and rear bumper impact strips added after repaint
New bumper bellows, seals and hardware

46 years on from the day this Guards Red Targa left the factory, it now looks like a brand new car. The photographs prove that the restoration was extensive and exacted to a very high standard. It is fresh work that gives the buyer a virtually unmarked car.

The work has restored the car to factory-correct specification, right down to the design of the seats and the presence of the Blaupunkt radio cassette.

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The Mechanics

Fully rebuilt mechanicals and running gear as shown
Matching numbers vehicle
Overhauled low mileage 2,994cc 180bhp flat six engine
915 5spd manual gearbox with transaxle layout
New clutch, suspension, brakes and other fittings as shown
No reported running or driving issues
Catalyser model

The SC borrowed the basic engine from the 930 - without the turbo - which enthusiasts appreciate because it is considered to be a particularly strong motor. That is good to know but should not really register for buyers of this car since the mechanicals and running gear have been so extensively rebuilt.

The photographs record the work to the suspension, brakes, engine and drivetrain. The vendor describes the work below. Many, many new parts have been used and the car arrives with the buyer with no issues to resolve.

The vendor writes:

"The matching-numbers 3.0-liter flat-six was removed along with the original 915 transaxle gearbox, which was cleaned, refinished with yellow zinc plating, and reassembled with several replaced components, including a new clutch and flywheel. The engine itself remains internally original. Since completion of the work, only 105 miles have been added. The car is now offered with restoration photos and European registration documents.

"During the refurbishment, the matching-numbers 3.0-liter engine and 915 five-speed manual transaxle were removed for inspection and detailing. While the engine itself was not rebuilt, the engine and transaxle was cleaned, refinished with yellow zinc plating, and reassembled with multiple new components, including a clutch and flywheel.

"The braking and suspension systems were gone through, fitted with Bilstein SPORT B6 dampers."

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