gringo

Greetings from Jackson Hole, Wyoming!

I am now the proud owner of a 71 911T with 22,000 miles. It has the original tires, distributor, brake pads, etc. It runs pretty rough, as it has sat for along time in a heated garage. Paint and interior are mint.

I'm trying to decide what to do with this thing. I am interested in a reliable car that can bomb up and down the mountain passes. Summer use only. I have ordered some 16" Fuchs and new tires and will keep the original 165s.

I am stumped with the motor. While its in good condition, leaks no oil, etc, it obviously needs some work. I intend on having the carbs rebuild and started looking into a full engine rebuild that would yeild something like 180hp. A couple of collectors told me this might be a bad idea. Any suggestions on what I should do to maximize fun and performance, without changing the appearance or value of the car????? You input is greatly appreciated.

-Gringo

Dave 86 930 Fl

Pictures please

VinnyC

Congrats! Sounds like a really nice car.
If it really has only 22K miles, a motor rebuild sounds a little extreme. Start with a tune-up and do the plugs, wires, etc. Change all the fluids and filters. This should help a lot.

Post some pictures!!

Pedro356C

Hi Gringo...the 2.2 early 911s (1970-1971) are among my favorite Porsches...your car originally had Zenith carbs (Es and Ss had mechanical fuel injection) and had 125 hp @5800rpm...if you bring this engine back to its peak condition, you'll have tons of fun with this car...do you have documented proof showing the gradual increase in miles from the last 35 years? 22K miles in 35 years is something...post some pictures here and congratulations...

SRL

How did the previous owner store it - with or without fuel in the gas tank? Sounds like some of the rough running might be old, nasty gas. I'd probably replace the fuel filter and drain/refill the gas tank.

LuisGT3

Take the original motor out (keep it, tweak it and make it perfect) and drop a 3.2 in there for the extra hp you are looking for.

PC2

Congrats & welcome to the board. I agree with what others have said, the 2.2 with Zenith is loads of fun when properly tuned especially true if there's only 22K miles on it. Take your time, tune the engine to original spec, and get to know the car before you decide on any upgrades.



PS. Pics please!

gringo

Thanks for your input! I have documents showing the car with something like 18,000 miles in 1986, and a couple of newer ones with gradual increases. I agree the fuel is probably bad, the fuel filter should be replaced, etc. I have some manuals on the way. I am a good wrench, just new to Porsches. I'll post pics in the next couple of days. I thought this thing came with Solex carbs not Zenith?? Have bothered to look at what I have yet.
-Gringo

Pedro356C

Solexes (and Webers as well) were used on the 2 liters engine from 1965 to 1967...

If you have a 1971 P-car with documented miles...you have a holy duty to bring it as close to original condition as possible...if you refuse to take this responsibility, the Porsche gods will curse you for life!!!

Good luck and don't forget the pics...

Jay H

Unfortunately, once you start piling the miles on this car, it'll depreciate a bit (I assume you paid a premium for a 22,000 mile '71 911).

Yes, it is your duty to keep this car STOCK and unmodified! There are so few low mileage long hoods out there that it probably is worth the most with limited use (keep the low miles) and fully stock.

Definitely do not throw away any of the factory parts to this car (distributor parts, brake pads, etc), especially the tires. Take them off, bag them and keep them dry. That'll maximize value. If you ever want to sell the car and it's still in original condition, you'll have collectors and concours guys banging your door down for this thing and begging for the original parts.

You have a very rare car in your possession if the mileage is actual and documented!

Jay
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g-50cab

Congrats - It's your car do what you want with it. That said - there are plenty of folks out there that foam at the mouth at a documented 22K mile long nose 911. It might be worth it (or it would be to me anyway) to get it running well - shine that puppy up then sell to the highest bidder. THEN go out and buy a less prestine car you can drive the living snot out of and not feel guilty.

Jay H

Well said Jeremy!

Jay Laifman

Don't laugh at the "saving the tires" comment. I had a 356 that was in a "well used" shape, but for some odd reason, it did have the original though slightly used spare. I almost paid for the car with the amount some guy paid me for that tire - which was WAY too old to actually put on the road.

Also, grab those valve stem caps. If those are original, they too are worth it big time.

LuisGT3

Jay,
Any pics of your 73 you could post on here? My dad used to have a tangerine non sunroof coupe 73 S. I went home from the hospital in it when I was born.
I will have a 73 one of these days.

joe 997

Jay is correct save the tires. But for heavens sake don't drive it very fast w/ the orginal tires. Get some new ones . The new standards for tires gives them a life of 5 yrs. yours are 25 years old. Change them b4 you drive the car but do save them.