The ‘ultimate Porsche 911′ sells for £220,000 at UK Auction
The 'ultimate Porsche 911'
The 1973 Carrera RS 2.7, regarded by many as the best-ever 911, sold for £220,000 by H&H at the Pavilion Gardens in Buxton, Derbyshire. Originally conceived as a Group 4 homologation special, the Carrera RS 2.7 is regarded by many as the ultimate Porsche 911. Of the 1,580 cars made, just 200 were built to Lightweight (M471 Sport) specification, with a mere 17 of those featuring right-hand drive. This particular example enjoyed considerable rallying success in its heyday. Only 17 examples feature right-hand drive Later reconfigured as a road car, this 911 was restored by Autofarm before being acquired by its current private owner in 1989. Fettled by Neil Bainbridge and Bob Watson since then, this iconic Porsche is finished in its factory correct hue of Tangerine.