When you are the little brother to one of the most iconic sports cars ever made, it is easy to be overlooked. But when you carefully consider the specs of the 912, you can’t help but wonder if this is one of the greatest underdogs ever built. This jet-black 1969 Porsche 912 is up for auction on eBay. At the time of writing this post, the price was bid up to $35k. Located in Woodland Hills, CA, this Porsche is a great entry-level car for the Stuttgart classics.
The 912 was released in 1965 as an entry-level model to the new type 911. It allowed people who enjoyed the handling and precision of the 356 to stay in the Porsche family without paying the new higher costs related to the 6-cylinder 911. This turned out to be a shrewd move by Porsche’s brass, as sales for the 912 initially outpaced the 911, allowing the company to grow until the 911 took over the bulk of sales. Outfitted with the 356S 4-cylinder engine, the 912 was a handling machine with the new aerodynamics and chassis. Since the 912 was phased out by 1969, there weren’t too many models manufactured compared to the 911, making this a rarer model to collect.
There aren’t many pictures of this 912 for sale on the listing, but the ones included give a good snapshot of the car. Painted in an elegant shade of black, it sports the ubiquitous Fuchs wheels, and the pair look very striking together. Unfortunately, there are no pictures of the engine, but the seller states that the 1.6L was completely overhauled. The red-on-black interior panels look very sharp, but we don’t get to see much else of the interior. There don’t appear to be any issues with the dash, although it looks like an aftermarket stereo has been cut into the dash.
As the prices of 356s and 911s continue to skyrocket, entering the world of vintage Porsches is becoming increasingly challenging. The 912s are not entirely at these levels yet (unless it is a Targa or another rare model), so it may be an excellent time to pick one up before they reach they get there. Many people with 912s state how well they handle without the over and understeer issues in the 911s. So, are 912s the ultimate underdog in the classic sporting car world? Or is this a lightweight little brother to the 911 with better handling? Either way, these are great sporting cars and would be a blast to throw around a road course! Bid on this car here on eBay!
I’ve been watching 912s for years. They got pretty expensive about five years back, when people realized that pretty much every barn find 911 had already been found and done. It will be interesting to see where this one tops out, price wise, in this relatively soft market. It’s already beyond my current budget.
Thanks for the tip.
The 912 has 200 lbs less weight hanging out at the very back of the car and only 20 less hp than the basic 911.With a big bore kit , 1720, you can bring a 912 right up to 911 performance without the tail happy weight..many folks are starting to realise what really great cars they are and not underdogs to the 911.I drfve a 1968 5 speed 912 and its a pure joy in handling and comfort.This looks like a great example and should hit around $50,000IMHO.
Have had a 912 since 1968. Here, the paint on the roof and engine lid is a mess, and the rocker panel trim is missing. Someone tried to re-cover the dash, but it isn’t fitted right, especially where it meets the windshield. The 7″ rear wheels look to be aftermarket. Engine specs look impressive, but who knows? Rust situation is ignored, so the first thing to do is look underneath. Figure on a paint job, so the single bid is high.
This was my 912
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/-gOrnKLpad8
I always knew that the 911 was originally he 901 and because Peugeot owned all numbers with a zero in the middle, it became the 911.
Didn’t know until yesterday that the 912 was originally he 902.
But it makes sense.
Friend in ill health, donated his pristine white ‘69 912 to the Petersen Auto Museum 15 years ago . It’s still there. Mike Newlon, R.I.P.
All that engine work, and no pic of the goodies!
I don’t understand why if you are trying to get top dollar out of a classic car like this then why not charge the dang battery and put some fresh gas in it so a buyer can at least start and drive it? I see this all the time, I don’t get it.
I too find it strange that there are no engine pics and mention of stale gas plus battery needs a charge. I think it would bring so much more if properly presented.