1973 Porsche 911S 2.4-Litre Coupé
Registration no. NVV 73
Chassis no. 9113301078
Engine no. 6331688

This left-hand drive 2.4-litre Porsche 911S was delivered new to Paris, France and remained in that country until 2014. The second owner had sold it in November 2009 to specialist Porsche restorer Special Auto in Paris, who carried out a 'last nut and bolt' restoration over the next few years. The car was then marketed for sale on behalf of Special Auto by classic Porsche dealer Automobilia in Reims, from whom the most recent (third) owner purchased it in June 2014. A copy of the French Carte Grise and documents showing each transfer of ownership are in the history file.

Upon arrival in the UK in June 2014, the car was inspected by the respected classic Porsche expert Peter Morgan, whose detailed report is on file together with a large collection of photographs. It was then delivered to Autofarm for a further inspection. Between Peter Morgan and Autofarm, all significant faults or deviations from authenticity were uncovered. Autofarm were immediately instructed to carry out whatever remedial work was necessary to ensure the car is to the correct original specification and fault-free (invoices detailing all of this work are in the history file). At the conclusion of the work at Autofarm in Autumn 2014, the underside was thoroughly protected against corrosion with clear Waxoyl, and the car professionally detailed inside and out. We are advised that the paintwork is flawless and machine-polished to perfection. The odometer was reset at time of restoration and currently displays a total of only 175 miles.

It should be noted that the accompanying Porsche Certificate of Authenticity states that the interior was originally black leatherette with standard seats, but it has now been upgraded to the more comfortable and attractive sport seats, freshly re-trimmed in black leather. This is the only deviation from the car's original specifications, highlights of which include Sepia Brown paintwork, electric windows, tinted glass, Koni shock absorbers and an 85-litre fuel tank. The Becker Europa radio has been fully restored, incorporating an auto-switching iPod connection, and the car also comes with a pair of through-grille driving lamps (with yellow lenses). New headlamps have recently been fitted to UK spec but the French-spec headlamps (almost new) also accompany the car.

Although there is relatively little paperwork relating to works carried out in France prior to the car being imported to the UK, this is more than made up for by Peter Morgan's very comprehensive inspection report and the further detailed inspection and paperwork from Autofarm, which between them document every aspect of the car, illustrated with photographs at all stages (see history file).

The fact that all significant faults found by Peter Morgan and subsequently by Autofarm have been corrected means that this car is a totally 'transparent' and worry-free proposition for the fortunate next owner. Offered with a V5C document and current MoT, 'NVV 73' now presents as a truly exceptional and beautifully restored example of the very desirable 2.4-litre Porsche 911S.

The car comes with its original 'green dot' Bilstein jack; a complete tool kit in original pouch (even including the original Pudenz spare fuse kit); two matching sets of original red and black keys; card stamped with chassis number and key code; original leather key pouch; original tyre compressor and space saver wheel in full working order; and a maroon wallet containing the owner's handbook (English version, original), Guarantee and Maintenance book and Technical Specifications booklet (1973 version).