1972 Porsche 911 Targa

1972 Porsche 911 Targa RS Tribute
Of the many unique characteristics on display with the air-cooled Porsche 911, one of the most interesting is the interchangeability of parts. Although the overall design saw significant evolution over the 30+ years it was air cooled, many of the parts - including body panels- could be swapped between early and late production vehicles with little additional work required. Although these days, that is most frequently seen with backdating later 911s to look like earlier cars, for many years, people went the other way, updating older 911s to look like the newest model. That is the case with this 1972 911 Targa which has been upgraded to 1985 3.2 Carrera specification, with some special RS touches around the car.
Although this car started life as a longhood 911 Targa, the builder had their own vision for something truly unique both visually and mechanically, and they saw that dream through, creating a great looking and thrilling drivers car in the process. Changes to the bodywork of the car include 3.2 Carrera bodywork and flares, paired with MA Shaw front and rear bumpers and an MA Shaw rear ducktail spoiler. The pieces combined make for a remarkably cohesive melding of 964, 3.2 Carrera and 2.7 RS and a set of 17-inch RSR-finish Rota Foxes complete the look. The car was completely refinished in a deep burgundy red by Eurotech and then ceramic coated by Midnight Tinting.
The interior is equally as modified with a pair of Corbeau bucket seats in Alcantara fitted in front and a rear harness bar with additional chassis stiffening turning the rear seats into more of a luggage shelf than a place to sit. Keen eyed Porsche enthusiasts will notice that the cars dashboard has been swapped with one from a 1985 Carrera including the gauges, which are framed by a Momo 3-spoke steering wheel.
Under the rear decklid is where things get even more interesting with this build. What started as a Euro-spec high compression 3.2-liter flat-6 from a 1985 Carrera, was rebuilt by Redmond European to include forged pistons, hotter cams, headwork and a unique X-Factory electronic fuel injection system with individual throttle bodies. Although under the hood doesnt look all that aftermarket, you begin to realize that this is a truly special build when you notice the carbon fiber air cleaner covers and machined throttle body housings. A recent leakdown test shows just 2.5% variation across cylinders meaning this is quite a healthy engine with lots of life left in it. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a 915 transaxle which was recently partially rebuilt and resealed once again by Redmond European. Of course, the suspension has also been addressed using highly-regarded Elephant Racing parts including poly bronze trailing arm bushings and spring plates, along with Tarett Racing adjustable sway bars and Bilstein sport shocks which were installed by Cantrell Motorsport who also corner balanced the car in the process. A Weltmeister strut brace was also fitted to add stiffness to the overall chassis.
The result of all this work is a real one of a kind car that was built using high quality parts and by marque specialists to ensure everything was just right. As it sits, the car is a blast to drive with sharp throttle response and a direct, tossable chassis, which can be enjoyed with the top off and the wind in your hair. It can be hard to truly stand out in the classic 911 world but this car is really one of a kind.
Key Features

Updated Bodywork

1985 Carrera 3.2 Flares
MA Shaw RS Front/Rear Bumpers
MA Shaw Ducktail Spoiler
Bare Metal Respray by Eurotech
Ceramic Coated

High-Compression Euro-Spec 3.2-Liter Flat 6

Rebuild by Redmond European w/Uprated Cams 14,000 Miles Ago
X-Factory EFI w/ITBs
Headwork
New Heavy Duty Timing Chains
Forged Pistons

915 5-speed Gearbox

Partial Rebuild/Reseal by Redmond European

Upgraded Suspension by Cantrell Motorsport

Elephant Racing Bushings
Adjustable Spring Plates
Bilstein Dampers
Tarett Racing Sway Bars
Corner Balance and Alignment

Interior Upgrades

Corbeau Bucket Seats
Harness Bar w/Chassis Strengthening Drop Links
1985 Carrera Dashboard w/Gauges
Momo Wheel
Momo Shift Knob

RSR Rota Fox Wheels

17-Inches
RSR Finish
7.5-Inch Front/9-Inch Rear
Bridgestone Pole Position 4 Tires

Brake Calipers Rebuilt 2,500 Miles Ago

New Pads and Slotted Rotors

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