£40,500
1968 Porsche 912 Targa
Silverstone Auctions • UK • 2 Sept 2017
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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£40,500
1968 Porsche 912 Targa
UK • 2 Sept 2017
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a meticulously restored 1968 Porsche 912 Targa, one of only 2,562 ever made. Finished in rare Oxford Grey, it boasts a fully rebuilt engine and renewed components, presenting a unique opportunity for Porsche enthusiasts seeking a top-tier example, albeit with a non-original engine.
Condition
8
The car has undergone a comprehensive restoration, including bodywork, mechanicals, and interior. New parts have been fitted throughout, and the car is described as being in excellent condition.
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34,096 miles (via 2025 MOT)
AMJ472F
1968
Auction
12870960
LHD
United Kingdom
£40,500
1968 Porsche 912 Targa
Silverstone Auctions • UK • 2 Sept 2017
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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Description
Fresh from a comprehensive restoration! The question of how to tempt new customers into Porsche ownership has always been problematic.
On the one hand, you're trying to uphold the reputation of the company as a purveyor of high-quality, high-performance sports cars while on the other, you're anxious not to alienate those potential customers whose budget won't stretch to a new 911.
In 1964, Porsche had just such a problem with the sales of their new 911 proving a touch disappointing and continuing demand for the 356, which was scheduled to be phased out, necessitating that the production lines kept rolling.
The solution seemed to be financial, and the decision was made to replace the 356 with a four-cylinder, more appropriately priced 911 and, as a result, the 912 (initially 902) was conceived.
First available to European customers by June 1965 (initially with 1582 cc and 90bhp), the 912 soon became a market leader, particularly in the USA.
In the UK, it was some 30% cheaper at £2,...
Price Analysis vs Other 912 Targas
£13,246
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£48,537
Median Price (Since 2020)
£96,110
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 15th Jun 2026
Latest MOT mileage:
34,096 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 16th Jun 2025, 34,096 miles
Failed
On 13th Jun 2025, 34,096 miles
There were 3 defects noted, with 2 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Passed
On 31st Jan 2024, 33,532 miles
Passed
On 22nd Nov 2022, 31,667 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
MOT Mileage Trend
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Silverstone Auctions
Ashorne, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV35 9AE, England
Located in Warwick, Warwickshire, Silverstone Auctions is a physical auction house handling classic, sports, and collector cars. They conduct live auctions at major UK events and offer vehicle consignment services.
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