The upholstery is original and well-preserved, featuring a 4-spoke VDM black leather wrapped steering wheel with butterfly horn ring, factory VDO instrumentation, Tan Coco mats, and a Blaupunkt AM/FM radio. 5 ½” x 15” KPZ painted wheels are fitted to Pirelli P6000 N2 185 70 R15 tires. Due to the low mileage and excellent care, the undercarriage remains in its original condition with no signs of rust.
The original maintenance record booklet confirms that the 911T Targa was first delivered on May 25, 1970, by Volkswagen KDC in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, to Major Neel in Queensboro, Kentucky with only 40 miles on the odometer. Major Neel opted for a European delivery option through the Tourist Delivery Program, which is evident from the original service invoices issued by Ernst Islinger VW, and is also recorded in the maintenance booklet.
Additionally, the maintenance record booklet tracks dealer-recorded services until 1976 at 35,563 miles. Service records from 1970-2008 provide evidence of Major Neel’s ownership and demonstrate a steady progression of mileage from 35,563-45,501 miles. In 2009, CPR Classic purchased the vehicle and carried out a respray to the original color. Throughout the restoration process, the primary goal was to preserve as much of the 911’s original paint as possible. The outcome was truly remarkable, exceeding all expectations. The 911T was later sold to its second owner, Mr. Murch, from Arizona. In 2018, the 911 was sold to its third and current owner, who has an impressive collection of only blue Porsches.
As per the Certificate of Authenticity, the 911T was initially delivered in Pastel Blue over Tan leatherette upholstery. Optional equipment from the factory includes US Equipment, bumperettes front and rear, 911S Instruments, oil tank, rear bumper apron, Blaupunkt AM/FM radio, and tinted glass all around.
Mechanically powered by its matching 2.2L flat six engine producing 125 horsepower paired to its matching 5-speed manual transmission (Type 901) with four-wheel disc brakes. A recent service was performed at Vision Motorsport which included installation and tuning of new set of Weber 40 IDA carburetors, valve adjustment, new manifolds, air filters, oil service, tune, and replaced the spark plugs. After the work was completed, a leak down test was performed, and all cylinders were found to be within 4-7%.
Complete with 911T owner’s manual, 911T,E,S factory color chart, original Zenith carburetors, Porsche service booklet, Blaupunkt radio manual, original maintenance record booklet, Certificate of Authenticity, tool kit, jack, and 53 years of service history. An excellent addition to any collection, very few examples come along that are as well documented and maintained as this 911T Targa.
