For the 1974 racing season, Porsche significantly improved the original RSR platform and offered a revised, road-going Carrera 3.0 RS. With a new type 911/75 engine, the 3.0 RSR boasted 330 bhp and weighed just 950 kg. The new model featured four-piston 917-type brakes, magnesium center-lock wheels, slide-valve mechanical fuel injection, a remote oil cooler, and an 80% locking limited-slip differential.
The body of the new 3.0 RSR was highly modified as well. Its G Series bumper shape gave it a distinctive outward appearance, and its wide front fenders, which ended abruptly before the doors, allowed heat to dissipate from the brakes. The rear fenders were also widened and vented both front and rear. A larger rear spoiler was homologated for the 1974 model year and significantly increased downforce at speed.
The 3.0 RSR was an outstanding racing car and remained competitive for nearly a decade after its introduction. In 1974 alone, the 3.0 RSR conquered GT racing with wins at Monza, Spa, Nürburgring, and Kyalami. It also captured the IMSA Camel GT Championship, the European Hill Climb Championship, and national championships in Switzerland, Sweden, Holland, and France.
According to research by marque authority John Starkey, the 1974 Carrera 3.0 RSR offered here, chassis 911 460 9110, was delivered new to dealer Hahn Motorfahrzeuge of Stuttgart, which quickly sold it to another Porsche dealer, Enzo Boldrin of Italy. Mr. Boldrin sold the RSR to Conte Girolamo Capra, a count and barrister from Vicenza, Italy. Capra owned many Porsches in the period, and 9110 would become his main racing mount for the 1974 and 1975 seasons.
While a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity on file notes that this RSR was painted white when new, Capra raced the Porsche wearing yellow in a multitude of famous events including Monza and the Targa Florio, among many other races and hill climbs. Highlights include 6th Overall in the 1974 and 1975 editions of the Targa Florio, and 5th Overall in the 1975 Monza 6 Hours.
For the 1976 season, Capra purchased a Porsche 934 and, circa late 1975, sold the RSR to rally racer Carlo Tormene of Italy. Tormene’s complete history with the car is not known, but it does appear to have placed 4th Overall in the 1977 Rally 1000 Miglia in Brescia, Italy. Tormene sold the RSR to Ernst Schuster of Germany circa 1985; and in 1987 it was sold again, this time to noted collector Albert Obrist, becoming part of his incredible collection of sports and racing cars. In 1987, Obrist sent the RSR to Siggi Brunn for restoration in Heidelberg, Germany, and the Porsche remained in Brunn’s care until 2004. During this time, records on file indicate that a proper 3.0-liter type 911/75 RSR engine, no. 6840163, was acquired for the car.
In 2006, 9110 was sold by dealer David Mohlman to Lloyd Hawkins in a disassembled state, consisting of the body, doors, hood, fenders, deck lid, engine, and gearbox. Based on information available at the time, which incorrectly attributed this car’s history, Mr. Hawkins’ in-house crew completely restored the car in the ensuing years as the Kremer/Brambring RSR, as depicted in numerous photos on file. After completion, the Porsche’s early history was re-examined, and the consignor reached out to marque historian John Starkey to assist in researching the car further. Following this research, Mr. Starkey identified 9110 as the Girolamo Capra RSR. Numerous documents, including copies of correspondence with Mr. Starkey, accompany the sale.
One of approximately 54 examples built, this Carrera RSR is among the most desirable of all racing 911s and is eligible for exclusive events worldwide including Le Mans Classic and Tour Auto. Restored to a very high standard by experts in the field, it would also make a wonderful concours d’elegance entrant. No matter your plans for this amazing racing 911, this rare opportunity to buy a 3.0 RSR should not be taken for granted.
*Please note that this vehicle is sold on a Bill of Sale.
Enzo Boldrin, Venice, Italy (acquired in 1974)
Conte Girolamo Capra, Vicenza, Italy (acquired from the above circa 1974)
Carlo Tormene, Italy (acquired from the above circa 1975)
Ernst Schuster, Eberbach, Germany (acquired circa 1985)
Albert Obrist, Switzerland (acquired via Enzo Boldrin in 1987)
Bernie Ecclestone (acquired from the above in 1992)
Current Owner (acquired via David Mohlman in 2006)
RACE HIGHLIGHTSMonza Trofeo Bevilacqua, Italy, April 1974, Capra
Varano, Italy, April 1974, Capra
Nürburgring 1000 Km, April 1974, Capra (DNQ)
Targa Florio, June 1974, Capra/Lepri (6th Overall)
1000 Km Zeltweg, Austria, June 1974, Capra/Frisori (DNQ)
Bolzano-Mendola Hillclimb, Italy, July 1974, Capra
Malegno-Borno Hillclimb, Italy, 1974, Capra
Tolmezzo-Verzegnis Hillclimb, Italy, 1974, Capra
Enna-Pergusa 3 Hours EC-GT, Italy, August 1974, Capra (3rd in Class)
Coppa Florio, Italy, August 1974, Capra (11th Overall)
Monza 6 Hours, Italy, September 1974, Capra/Lepri (12th Overall)
Varano, Italy, September 1974, Capra (2nd)
Mugello, Italy, 1975, Capra (5th in Class, 16th Overall)
Coppa Bevacqua Trofeo Imola EC-GT, Italy, April 1975, Capra (8th Overall)
1000 Kilometers of Monza, Italy, April 1975, Capra/Lepri (DNQ)
Targa Florio, July 1975, Capra/Lepri (6th Overall)
Monza 6 Hours, September 1975, Capra/Lepri/Gottifredi (5th Overall)
Rally 1000 Miglia, Italy, 1977, Tormene/Viglione (4th Overall)
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