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£97,240
1972 Porsche 911 S 2.4 ‘Ölklappe’ Offered without reserve - Unrestored - One of 77 RHD
UK • 16 May 2026 • Lot 215
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1972 Porsche 911 S 2.4 'Ölklappe' is a rare, unrestored, right-hand drive model with its original engine and a desirable Tangerine color. It has been in long-term ownership and boasts a high specification, including Recaro sports seats and a limited-slip differential, making it a compelling restoration project with significant collector appeal.
Condition
5
The car is described as an exciting and highly worthwhile restoration opportunity, requiring some restoration. It has been in storage for a long time. This indicates noticeable cosmetic and mechanical wear, placing it in the 'Above Average' category.
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78,161 miles
RJX 425K
1972
Auction
9112301541
RHD
United Kingdom
Description
Year: 1972 Make: Porsche Model: 911 S 2.4 ‘Ölklappe’ Registration: RJX 425K
Chassis No: 9112301541
Odometer: 78,161 •
One of only circa 77 right hand drive ‘Ölklappe’ 911 2.4 S built • Extremely high specification including limited slip diff and Recaro sport seats • Retains its original engine, confirmed by its Heritage Certificate • In current ownership for over 30 years The Porsche 911 S 2.4 occupies a unique and highly coveted position in 911 history, with 1972 marking the only year of the distinctive ‘Ölklappe’ (oil flap) cars.
Instantly recognisable by the external oil filler flap located on the right rear wing, this one-year-only feature was introduced to improve weight distribution but quickly withdrawn, making these cars among the most sought-after early 911 variants today.
Of the total production, only a very small number were produced in right-hand drive S specification, making surviving UK-supplied examples particularly rare.
This car is an original UK-delivered 911 S ...
Price Analysis vs Other 911 S Coupes
£887
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£88,825
Median Price (Since 2020)
£493,059
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 10th Jul 2012
Latest MOT mileage:
78,158 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 11th Jul 2011, 78,158 miles
Passed
On 5th Feb 2010, 77,987 miles
Failed
On 4th Feb 2010, 77,985 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
Passed
On 17th Sept 2008, 77,847 miles
MOT Mileage Trend
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Unit D, Lyndhurst Buildings, Lyndhurst Road, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 9ED
Operating from Ascot, Berkshire, Historics is a physical auction house handling classic, sports, and collector cars. They conduct live auctions in the UK and offer vehicle consignment and valuation services.
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