A 1972 Porsche 911E Targa "Ölklappe" (oil flap) is for sale in gold metallic with black faux leather interior.

Highlights:

• This is a rare "oil flap" model, which was only produced in 1972 and is now a sought-after collector's item.
• First registered in Switzerland
• Completely restored between 2014 and 2020
• Original color gold metallic, repainted in 2020
• Complete engine overhaul with MAHLE components in 2020 at approx. 190,000 km by a specialist company
• Original Fuchs rims with historic Dunlop tires
• Original Becker radio
• Original Swiss service booklet available (1972–1997)
• Valuation report from 09/2019 with a grade of 2 available
• Investments since 2014 over €60,000
• H license plate and TÜV until 09/2027
• Last service in 2025

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1972
• First registration: Switzerland, 06/1972
• Location: 56470 Bad Marienberg, Germany
• Number of vehicle owners: 4
• Restored
• Accident-free
• Registered
• H license plate
• TÜV until 09/2027
• Ready to drive

Model history

The 1972 model year marks a special feature in the history of the Porsche 911 – the so-called "oil flap" 911 was only built in this year. A characteristic feature is the external oil filler neck on the right rear fender. The Porsche 911E represents the balanced mid-range between the more comfortable T and the sportier S. With mechanical fuel injection, 165 hp from 2.4 liters of displacement, and legendary handling, the 911E Targa offers open-top driving pleasure paired with technical sophistication and high everyday practicality.

Facts

Exterior & Interior:

• Exterior color: Gold metallic (original color, repainted in 2020)
• Interior: Black faux leather interior, seats reupholstered and covered

Engine and transmission:

• 2.4-liter six-cylinder engine with 165 hp
• Manual transmission
• Replacement engine
• Engine overhaul in 2020 at approx. 190,000 km (MAHLE cylinders & pistons, new bearings & seals, ignition coil)
• Mileage after overhaul approx. 10,000 km
• Last service: 2025

Mileage:

• Mileage: 1,088 km (speedometer is five digits, mileage probably 201,088 kilometers)
• Mileage verifiable: partially
• Service history with gaps

Documentation:

• Original Swiss service booklet (1972–1997)
• German vehicle documents
• TÜV and service reports
• Invoices
• Expert opinion (09/2019, grade 2)
• Original Porsche AG certificate of conformity

Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody:

• Tires: approx. 6-8 mm tread
• Bodywork: very good condition, only a few minor signs of wear, repainted in 2020
• Underbody: very good condition – no rust known
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle

Known defects:

• Targa roof with some external patina, but according to the owner it is watertight and functional
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle

Summary:

For sale is a rare and restored 1972 Porsche 911E Targa "oil flap" in metallic gold with black interior. The vehicle underwent extensive restoration between 2014 and 2020, including an engine overhaul and repainting in the original color. This is a rare collector's model with documented history and a current value appraisal of grade 2. The car is registered, ready to drive, and has a TÜV inspection valid until 09/2027 – an exciting opportunity for Porsche enthusiasts.