Porsche 911S Targa (1976)

Kickdown Check

• Odometer reading of 167,000 km (odometer converted from miles to km – mileage verifiable to a limited extent)
• Appraisal report from 2015 with a grade of 2- available
• TÜV valid until 06/2027, H-license plate
• Video including engine running
• Last service in June 2025 at Porsche
• Comprehensive invoices available continuously since 2015

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1976
• First registration: USA (California)
• Engine: 3.0-liter SC replacement engine (not a matching-numbers engine) with 180 hp; original engine was 2.7 liters
• Transmission: Manual (Porsche 915)
• Exterior color: Diamond Silver-Green Metallic
• Interior: Full leather, dark green
• TÜV valid until 06/2027, H-license plate
• Equipment:
  Porsche PCCM radio installed
• Fuchs rims

Condition

Exterior

• Exterior color: Silver Green Diamond Metallic – rare, original, and sought-after special color
• Paint thickness measurements yielded values ranging from 153 to 1,572 micrometers, with the majority of the bodywork falling within the 200-micrometer range. It can be assumed that a significant amount of the original paint has been preserved
• The exterior was deliberately left in its original, unrestored condition. The rear (conversion to European specification), including the tailgate, has definitely been repainted
• There is no known accident damage, and according to Porsche, no evidence of accidents was found. The gap dimensions are unremarkable
• The body is in good condition, with age-related signs of wear present. The paint on the rear fenders is dull; this can likely be remedied through refinishing
• According to the seller, the car is completely rust-free and has never been welded; no known rust spots (California car)
• The Fuchs rims are in very good condition; tires were replaced in 2019; driven very little since then, with sufficient tread remaining

Interior

• Dark green leather interior; has been refurbished once
• The interior is in well-maintained condition with age-related signs of wear. A detailing is recommended
• According to the seller, the electrical system, lights, and gauges are all functioning
• Porsche Classic radio installed

Mechanics

• The Porsche is ready to drive immediately and is registered
• 3.0-liter SC replacement engine runs flawlessly – starts easily, idles smoothly, revs up without issue; engine mileage unknown
• Leakage: Engine slightly oily, within the typical range for this engine type
• According to the seller, the transmission shifts very smoothly, no grinding noises, synchros in good condition, transmission fluid has been changed
• Bilstein suspension in good condition
• The seals on the rear window and the targa roof should be replaced in the future
• No other known technical defects
• Last service: 06/2025 at Porsche (inspection and TÜV); no overdue maintenance

History

Ownership history

• Current owner for approx. 11 years; exact number of previous owners unknown
• First delivery: USA (California)
• From 1986 to 2015: Registered to an owner in Palo Alto, California (original U.S. document with California registration available)
• From 2015: Imported to Germany; owned by the current owner since then; driven approx. 20,000 km in Germany

Service history

• 06/2025: Inspection and TÜV at Porsche
• From 2015: All necessary work performed at the Porsche Classic Center; all service records for the Porsche Classic Card available; all invoices since 2015 available in full
• Work performed in recent years:
  • Targa roof reupholstered (approx. 2016)
  • Ignition system completely overhauled, including new components and wiring harness
  • Brakes overhauled; conversion to steel-braided lines; new front brake calipers
  • Front tie rod and ball joint work
  • Transmission fluid changed
  • Leather upholstery refurbished
  • Rear bumper converted to European specification
  • Tachometer overhauled (approx. 3–4 years ago)

Documents

• Vehicle registration certificate and title (Germany)
• Original US document with California registration from 1986–2015 (pink slip)
• Porsche Certificate of Origin (body and transmission matching numbers confirmed)
• Porsche Classic Card records available
• Customs documents available
• Purchase contract available
• Invoices available without gaps since 2015
• Service history / original logbook: not available

Summary

This 1976 Porsche 911 Targa G-model comes from California and was verifiably registered to a female owner in Palo Alto from 1986 to 2015. The exceptional Silver Green Diamond Metallic paint in combination with the dark green leather interior makes the vehicle visually distinctive and is unlikely to be found on the market in this configuration. The 3.0-liter SC replacement engine runs flawlessly and was regularly serviced at the Porsche Classic Center; all invoices since 2015 are available in full. The engine is not a matching-numbers unit, the mileage of 167,794 km cannot be reliably verified, and the paintwork shows some signs of wear. Anyone looking for a well-maintained, road-ready 911 Targa with H-license plate status, a rare color combination, and a verifiable investment history of around €30,000 will find here an honest vehicle with genuine character.