This 1973 Porsche 911 Targa is a desirable “long-hood” model that recently emerged from long-term storage. The early 911s will likely always be the most desirable air-cooleds, and while Targas may not be near the top of the food chain, examples like this that remain in stock condition with minimal rust will always be in demand. Equipped with Fuchs wheels and appearing otherwise stock, this 911 has some evidence of paint work and rust on the B-pillars due to a bad roof seal. Find it here on eBay with bids to over $23,000 and the reserve unmet.

The body of this 911 looks straight from front to back, with no indication of bad panel fit from the driver’s side. The classic roll bar indicates this is a removable roof 911, which can sometimes find a smaller following due to not offering a truly open air experience while still living with the compromises to structural rigidity associated with any model other than a hardtop coupe. The 911 looks sharp, for sure, helped by the smaller, more integrated bumpers of the early models. The seller mentions the presence of rust on the B-pillars, but doesn’t provide any close-ups of the damage.

The interior is surviving nicely, and provides strong evidence that the 911 was kept in adequate storage. No signs of rodent infestation is obvious in this picture, which shows nicely preserved bucket seats, an un-cracked dash, original steering wheel, and period accessory floor mats – possibly an original radio, too. However, if the targa panel seal has failed, that could have lead to water infiltration, and the floors should be examined. The seller doesn’t specify whether the transmission shifts well or if clutch work will be needed, just noting that it starts and drives but some fine-tuning will be needed.

The engine bay doesn’t reveal any immediately obvious surprises, with original stickers still present along the lip of the compartment – these are usually missing or painted over if that panel has been previously repaired. The seller does note there is evidence of paint work in places on the 911, but doesn’t believe any of it is due to major accident damage. The current bid price seems reasonable for the level of potential work this Targa-topped 911 will need, but it’s also still a bit light if the car is as honest as it appears in photos, and $30-$40K seems to be the cost of entry for a solid, non-basketcase long-hood these days.