1977 | Porsche 911S Targa Five-Speed
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Technical Information
Overview
First offered in 1967 as a stylized standalone roll bar, Porsche's Targa soon became an institution with airy fixed rear glass completing the 911 silhouette. Despite the polarizing effects of impact bumpers, 1974’s introduction of the G-series generation grew the model lineup’s breadth and depth. Both closed and open cars benefitted alike as changes to displacement, fuel delivery, and trim levels brought differentiation and staying power to the platform.
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By now a mainstay in the manufacturers’ lexicon, S-trim harvested stiffened suspension, braking improvements, and widened wheels alongside all 911’s adoption of a 2.7L power plant. Touting 165 horsepower via K-Jetronic fuel injection, the S scratched a sweet spot of everyday comfort and reliability with added sporting character. The street-duty contender from Zuffenhausen combined a rear-engine layout with independent suspension and five-speed manual shifting.
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Finished in stunning Sienna Metallic over Cork leatherette, this 1977 911S Targa shows late 70s Porsche at its open-top best. Recent restoration and thorough mechanical reconditioning yield a spec more than memorable inside and out. This Targa’s removable roof panel comes reupholstered in contemporary black canvas, spanning the well-preserved interior complete with a leather-wrapped steering wheel and Coco mats. A host of recent maintenance plus OE performance value adds include 3.0 SC oil cooler, camshafts/ towers, and Carrera hydraulic chain tensioners. New fuel and oil plumbing, electrical system refurbishment, and refinished Fuchs wheels make this Targa ready for the summer sun. Showing an odometer reading of 46k miles, this new-again aircooled great is sold with both a clean title and third-party Inspection Report.
Features & Options
Vehicle Identification Number decoding confirms this model’s production as a 1977 911S Targa, serial number 2735.
- 911: Model
- 7: 1977
- 2: S Variant
- 1: Sub-model Targa
- 2735: Serial Number
Paint code:
- 436-9-3 Sienna Metallic
Modifications
- Restored Targa top using contemporary canvas
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Updated stereo / retro look Blaupunkt + new Speakers
- 3.0 camshafts / towers
- 3.0 911 SC front oil cooler, Thermostat and new oil lines
- Hydraulic Carrera chain tensioners
Service Records
- Total body work/repaint in its original Sienna Metallic
- New clutch kit and flywheel
- New battery and alternator
- New fuel pump, filter, and rebuilt fuel distributor
- New gas tank and sending unit
- Powder-coated sheet metal and fan
- New accumulator
- Refinished original Fuchs wheels w/new tires
- New spark plugs, wires, and valve cover gaskets
- Resealed chain housing covers
- Airbox pop-up valve
- New exhaust manifold studs and complete exhaust kit
- New carpet in the frunk (with correct original Porsche material / matching the interior)
Ownership History & Provenance
Known Shortcomings
- The vehicle has been restored at some point, body seals around the vehicle show signs of age and wear. This includes the doors, windows, trunk, and other miscellaneous body seals.
- Minor misc. scratches around the vehicle. Normal for mileage and most too small to see in photos.
- There is light wear to the drivers seat. Normal for mileage. The interior trim shows normal wear. The A/C compressor has been removed (included in the sale). The A/C system is not functioning. All other accessories are working as designed.
Items included in the Sale
- 2 Keys
- Owner's manual
- Compact spare tire
- Spare or removed parts
