
The asking price is 74% below the variant median, which is appropriate for a full restoration project with severe structural and perforating corrosion (missing floors, sills, spare wheel tray, windscreen aperture). Strengths include the early SWB Karmann bodyshell, the matching-numbers original engine, and complete paperwork (US Title, French customs form 846A, FFVE-ready). However, the engine is seized and the visible rust means the floorpan essentially needs rebuilding, implying high and predictable follow-up costs. For an experienced buyer with a restoration budget the price is fair, and the desirable early history and originality justify the entry.
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For sale, authentic Porsche 912 Coupé "Short Wheelbase" (SWB) from July/ August 1965. This is one of the very first models from the first production year (Karmann bodywork). Genuine barn find imported from the United States. Full restoration project to be undertaken from scratch. The bodyshell exhibits structural and perforating corrosion (missing floors, sills, spare wheel tray and windscreen aperture). The car has retained its original panel gaps. Chassis (Original cold-stamped on bodyshell): 4539** Original engine (Matching Numbers): No. * 7410*** (Original 1. 6L flat-four engine, period-correct configuration with original "Export US" heating system and original air filters). The engine is complete with all ancillaries but is currently seized/ stuck due to time. Included items: Sold with its collection of original dismantled components visible in the photos (black leatherette seat frames, rear bumper with its chromium-plated buffers, original front light clusters and indicators, door handles, aluminium trim strips, flexible windscreen washer reservoir, etc.). Documentation / Administration: Sold with its original US Title (ideal for historical traceability) AND its official French customs certificate form 846A. All taxes and customs duties have been fully paid. The file is 100% in order to proceed with the FFVE for obtaining a classic vehicle registration document. Possibility of delivering the vehicle directly to your location on a flatbed (France and neighbouring countries) as an additional service, following sale validation with transport costs borne by the buyer. Contact me for a quote based on distance.
Porsche 912
The asking price is 74% below the variant median, which is appropriate for a full restoration project with severe structural and perforating corrosion (missing floors, sills, spare wheel tray, windscreen aperture)