The paintwork is all original, in impeccable condition, and very well-preserved. The Black exterior trim and brightwork are in beautiful condition; they complement the exterior paintwork. The upholstery is in outstanding original condition, featuring a leather-wrapped steering wheel with butterfly horn ring, VDO instrumentation, Coco mats, and a Herton MTX-150 Cassette radio. The flat 6” x 15″ Fuch alloy wheels are mounted to Pirelli Cinturato CN36 185 15 tires. The undercarriage is all original and is solid and rust-free.
Extensive paperwork and history is documenting all the services and ownership. Originally purchased by Captain W. Mendel while stationed in Germany from Auto Rossell KG VW | Porsche in Wiesbaden on April 19, 1972.
The maintenance record booklet contains services performed by the first, second, and third owners from the initial 500-mile service on April 24, 1972, to 78,178 miles on August 29, 1980. After completing his tour, Mendel had his 911T ocean freighted from Cherbourg to New York on the Queen Elizabeth 2. Subsequently, the 911T was transported to Overland Park, Kansas, where it remained with Captain Mendel until 1974. In 1975, the 911T was acquired by the second owner, David A. Kegley, from Kansas City, Missouri. By 1977, the 911T was listed for sale in the Kansas City paper and was purchased by the third owner, Keith Lassman. The 911T was under Mr. Lassman’s care for over four (4) decades, driven until the early 1990s, and then stored for many years. In 2018, the 911T was bought by the fourth owner, who underwent a mechanical refresh of the fuel system and braking system, as well as a complete engine and transmission service.
In May of 2024, European Collectibles had the opportunity to acquire this meticulously preserved 911T with original paint and upholstery. The engine and transmission underwent extensive ice-blasting. Engine compression testing revealed excellent results across all six cylinders. The engine received a cosmetic overhaul and the cad-plating hardware was all redone, the sheet metal was powder-coated, and fresh gaskets and seals were installed. The undercarriage and suspension components were meticulously cleaned. The flywheel was resurfaced, and a new clutch, pressure plate, and throw-out bearing were installed.
Mechanically powered by the matching 2.4-liter flat-six engine producing 130 horsepower, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission (Type 915) with four-wheel disc braking system. New valve covers, the rear main seal, and the oil cooler seal were replaced. Complete with the Porsche Production Specification, Owner’s Manual, Maintenance Record Booklet, Maintenance Requirements, and Warranty Booklet, German Porsche Service Booklet, Porsche | Audi Distributors and Dealers in the US and Canada, four sets of keys, spare wheel, jack, tool kit, and 52 years of service history. This incredibly rare preservation-class example is finished in its original color combination, numbers matching drive line, with factory air conditioning, and extensive documentation going back to the date of purchase in 1972.
