1972 Porsche 911 E

The Porsche 911, “They are unique, they have character… and will admirably serve the man who is sensitive to them and with equal facility betray the one who isn’t” – Car & Driver 1972 February Issue - this undissolving Porsche nature has been like this from the beginning thus building legions of breathless enthusiasts ever since.

First produced in 1964 all models produced up to 1973 have become THE most desirable Porsche’s on the market as they feature the original Porsche 911 design, serving as inspiration for all 911s in the years that followed.

The 911 model E and S are considered the most sought-after due to their highly-praised MFI (Mechanical-Fuel Injection) 2.4 litre Flat-Six which produces 165 HP to its rear wheels.

Available here today is an ultra-rare and ‘Last of’ the small bumper 911’s, a 1972 Porsche 911 E Coupé; Australian delivered and numbers matching.

This 911 was sold new through Porsche Cars Australian Distributer, Hamilton's in Melbourne on the 2nd October 1972, being one of 18 of the E specification cars delivered to Australia that year.

With service records going all the way back to when the car was first delivered in 1972 and a history file of receipts to back it up, this example has lead a life deserving of its rarity with no expense spared.

Having been with just two loving custodians in over the two decades, the car went through an overhaul in 2001. This included an interior and exterior refurbishment and a full drivetrain dismantle and rebuild by Porsche Centre Melbourne.

With the Classic Porsche 911 shape becoming ever more appreciate by enthusiasts and collectors, and the rarity of cars in this condition on the market. This turn-key example will be bought with both the head and the heart.