About this Collectable
In 1964, the Porsche 911 was first available as the successor to the 356. It was faster, more spacious, and equipped with a true flat-six engine. The 356 was already a smooth and sporty coupé, but the 911 was clearly a step forward. Ferry Porsche never dreamed that the 911, despite its unique concept (rear-engined), would become such a success. Not only did sporty drivers appreciate the 911, but it also became an icon in rallying and racing. In the early years, 911s were already being prepared for famous rallies like the Monte Carlo Rally, and the 911 won the 24 Hours of Daytona in 1966. Even today, classic Porsches are still used for demanding rally and racing. Handling, speed, and reliability are their most important advantages. Just look at the Peter Auto Cup, where 2-liter engines with well over 200 hp compete for the championship. Until 1969, the 911 was only available with a 2-liter displacement; later, the 2.2 and 2.4 were introduced, with the 2.7 RS as the highlight of the F-series.
The 911 Rally offered here began its life, like so many 911s, in 1996 in the USA and was one of 2,326 911s produced that year. The fact that so many cars are returning to Europe is due to the much better climate on the other side of the pond. Rust-free cars are rare in Europe and more the rule than the exception in the USA. The current owner purchased the 911 from a Porsche enthusiast who himself sourced many cars from the USA. He then took it to Siemerink, certainly the best Porsche restoration company in those days. Siemerink immediately rebuilt the car for rally use, including the roll cage. Invoices exceeding €50,000 are available. To get the engine exactly to specifications, Porsche Gelderland worked on it until it had a reliable 170 hp. The owner drove it an impressive 75,000 km before retiring from rallying. Naturally, the car was always tuned after each rally to ensure it would complete the next one without any problems.
