1972 Porsche911 Coupe
1972 Porsche 911 Coupe
RSR 9X15 and 11X15 wheels acquired
Avante Garde Collection supplied wide RSR 9X15 and 11X15 wheels. No installation labor logged for this transaction.
Engine, gearbox, RSR body conversion
Car received RSR widebody conversion, 930 3.0L engine, 915 gearbox, and 964 brakes. Many 911R details, interior parts, and structural repairs also completed.
Performance suspension and RSR chassis bracing
Avant Garde installed a coilover suspension kit, front sway bar, and fully restored all suspension components. They also welded in RSR and 935 X-braces for significant chassis reinforcement.
Repair order for wheels totaled $79k
An incomplete repair order documented new wheels and shipping but totaled nearly $80,000. This indicates a much larger, undocumented project.
Elephant Racing coilovers and longer studs
Avant Garde Collection installed Elephant Racing coilover suspension with new shocks, bearings, and strut mounts. Longer wheel studs and Michelin tires went on at the same time.
Custom build chassis prep and paint
Avant Garde Collection installed rear sway bar mounts and frame stiffening weld-ins. They also completed paint work as part of a custom build.
Full body and paint rework
Avant Garde sublet full body and paint work. This covered body preparation, paint, and final exterior assembly.
RSR restoration work began
Avant Garde Collection started the RSR restoration, assembling the steering column and fitting new front lenses, horn grills, and a hood strap kit. Work continues on the next page.
Avant Garde labor and parts billed
Avant Garde collected payment for unspecified labor and parts. The record lacks details about the work performed.
Custom twin plug engine build
Avant Garde Collection built the engine, installing custom twin plug heads.
Avant Garde parts summary, no items
Avant Garde billed summary parts charges. No itemized parts or labor appear in the record.
Avant Garde Collection labor and parts
Avant Garde Collection provided labor and parts.
Complete restoration at zero miles
Avant Garde performed a significant restoration, including polishing trim, powdercoating frames, and installing an Alcantara dash. The car had zero recorded miles at this time.
Engine build components prepped at zero miles
Avant Garde prepped engine hardware and an oil cooler. This marks the beginning of a fresh engine build.
Restoration: front quarter glass and seals
Avant Garde continued the restoration project, installing new front quarter glass, seals, and handle base.
Acquired by avant garde COLLECTION
avant garde COLLECTION took possession of the car for inventory.
Acquired by Avant Garde Collection
Avant Garde Collection took possession of the car. This marks its entry into their inventory.
Right quarter window and door hardware
Avant Garde installed the right side quarter window and its trim. They installed new door check hardware and addressed loose fuse panel screws.
Vague Avant Garde labor entry
Avant Garde billed for labor and parts. This record provides no detail on the work performed.
Major systems refresh at zero miles
Avant Garde replaced critical cables and hoses for brakes, clutch, and fuel. New heater hoses and battery cable went in.
Acquired by Avant Garde Collection
Avant Garde Collection Inc. in Portland took possession of the car.
Custom camshafts, shift linkage, and seals
Custom camshafts acquired for an engine performance upgrade. Manual transmission shift linkage components and new turn signal seals also listed.
Avant Garde invoiced for labor, parts
Avant Garde submitted an invoice for labor and parts rendered.
Engine upgraded with Dilvar head studs
Avant Garde installed Dilvar head studs, serviced the oil tank, and replaced door handles, window channels, and a door jamb switch.
Unspecified service, parts, labor
Avant Garde Collection billed for labor and parts without further detail.
Wevo, RSR, Tarrett performance restoration
Avant Garde installed Wevo, RSR, Tarrett, and European Racing performance parts during a major restoration. New flywheel bolts and suspension components went in.
Roth Sport engine power verified
Roth Sport Racing dyno tested the engine, measuring max SAE power at 289.5, torque at 241.5, and an A/F ratio of 14.08.
Rothsport parts for electrical and suspension refresh
Rothsport Racing supplied numerous parts for an electrical, interior, and front suspension refresh, including new torsion bar housings.
Oil pressure relief, RSR bumper seal
Oil pressure relief plug replaced and spring depth set. New interior, exterior trim, and an RSR bumper seal installed as part of larger restoration work; 0 mileage not an odometer reading.
Acquired by Avant Garde Collection
Avant Garde Collection Inc. logged the vehicle in Portland. No services performed at this entry.
BaT auction ended reserve not met
Bring a Trailer listed this RSR-style 911T. It failed to meet reserve.
Auction closed without meeting reserve at $260,000
High bid reached $260,000; reserve not met. Listed as "RSR-Style 1972 Porsche 911T Coupe Twin-Plug 3.2L".
RSR body conversion and RS brakes
Avant Garde Collection performed RSR body conversion and paint work. A 930 RS floating rotor kit went in with new seals and trim.
Full repaint and RSR interior conversion
Body stripped, repainted, and reassembled. New headliner, sound deadening, RS seat delete carpet, and RSR door panel kit went in.
Avant Garde Collection $20k project, details missing
Avant Garde Collection charged $20,350.88 for parts and labor. The specific work remains undocumented.
Joined Avant Garde Collection inventory
Avant Garde Collection documented the vehicle's inclusion in its inventory.
Acquired by Avant Garde Collection
Car entered Avant Garde Collection inventory. This is the first record of its time with the collection.
Harness bar, 930 oil cooler upgrade
Avant Garde installed a harness bar, 930 oil cooler kit, and sport muffler. The service also included chassis work, flywheel resurfacing, and a new clutch.
Custom harness bar, interior, window refresh
Avant Garde installed a custom harness bar. They refreshed all windows, doors, gauges, replaced electrical components, and renewed pedal bushings.
Mahle sport pistons & interior parts
Avant Garde supplied a Mahle sport pistons set, a large interior order, a Kroon headlight harness, and various clutch and brake components. The sport pistons are for a performance engine build.
New switches, sender, and Carrera decals
Hazard and headlight switches, oil temperature sender, washer bottle, brake lines, and Carrera decals acquired for service.
Specs
Exterior
PaintPaint
respray (same color)Delivered in an undocumented factory color. Today, it wears Viper Green after a documented color change respray, reflecting its restoration history.
Front bumperRSR-style bumper
replacedDelivered with a chrome steel front bumper, standard for the era. It now wears a body-color RSR-style bumper, a desirable period upgrade, with integrated mesh grille.
- Headlights
Headlights
replacedDelivered with 7-inch sealed beam headlights in chrome rings, standard for the model year. Now fitted with aftermarket Euro H4 units, a popular upgrade.
Fog lightsFog lights
Hella fog lights were a factory option; standard configuration was without them. Presence on this car is not documented.
Front spoilerBody-color RSR front spoiler
replacedDelivered without a factory front spoiler, common for standard models of the era. Now wears a body-color RSR front spoiler, a desirable period modification.
BadgingCarrera decals added script
replacedDelivered with the 911 script emblem; now fitted with PORSCHE lettering and Carrera RSR decals.
Trim & moldingsTrim & moldings
replacedDelivered with chrome window and rocker moldings; it retains this original specification.
Antenna placementNo external fender antenna
replacedDelivered with a fender manual antenna; the external fender antenna is no longer present.
WheelsPolished black Fuchs alloy
replacedDelivered with 15x5.5-inch steel disc wheels, standard for the era. Now runs polished black Fuchs alloy wheels, a collector-preferred period upgrade.
TiresMichelin TB15 Course Radial
replacedDelivered with 165/70HR-15 radial tires. Now runs Michelin TB15 Course Radial tires in 18/60 R 15 sizing.
SunroofManual sunroof
Factory options included a solid roof or manual tilt/slide sunroof. This car features a manual sunroof.
Rear spoilerDucktail rear deck lid
replacedDelivered with a smooth engine lid, standard for the era. Now runs a ducktail, originally introduced on the 1972 Carrera RS 2.7.
Rear taillights911R style taillights
replacedDelivered with all-red taillight lenses, typical for US-market cars of the era. Now fitted with 911R style taillights, a period-correct deviation.
Rear bumperRear bumper
replacedLeft the factory with a chrome steel bumper, standard for F-body cars. Now wears a body-color RSR bumper.
Interior
Steering wheelMomo three-spoke leather
replacedDelivered with a VDM leather-wrapped steering wheel and butterfly horn ring. Now runs a Momo three-spoke leather wheel.
GaugesGauges
replacedDelivered with the standard VDO 5-gauge cluster, tachometer centered. The original cluster remains; an oil temperature sender was replaced.
DashboardCustom Dash Parts
replacedDelivered with a black basketweave dashboard, standard for the era. It now wears black textured suede, installed with custom dash parts.
Dash ventsNo central A/C dash vents
factoryDelivered without central A/C dash vents, a standard specification for the era. This original configuration remains on the dashboard.
Shift knobDark glossy spherical knob
replacedFactory shift knob options included 4-speed or 5-speed designs in plastic, Bakelite, leather, or wood. A WEVO shifter is now fitted, topped by a dark glossy spherical knob.
PedalsPedals
replacedDelivered with standard rubber-faced pedals, common for F-body cars. The driver pedal board was replaced, but it retains standard rubber-faced pedals today.
Front seatsGTS Classic Seats
replacedStandard comfort or optional sport seats were available from the factory; this car's configuration isn't documented. Now fitted with Black GTS Classic bucket seats, a desirable period-style upgrade.
Rear seatsRear seats
removedDelivered with standard rear seats. The rear seats are now removed, replaced by an RS-style carpet kit.
UpholsteryUpholstery
replacedDelivered with a Brown Leatherette interior. Now fitted with Black upholstery, reflecting a documented full interior re-trim.
Door panelsRSR Door Panels
replacedDelivered with vinyl door panels, often basketweave-grained, with optional leather available. It now features Black RSR door panels, a desirable period upgrade.
CarpetsRS Seat Delete Carpet
replacedLeft the factory with Charcoal Perlon carpet, one of the original material and color options. Now wears RS Seat Delete Carpet, a common period modification.
HeadlinerHeadliner
replacedDelivered with a choice of white or black perforated vinyl. It now wears a white perforated vinyl replacement.
Mechanical
EngineAftermarket air-cooled flat-six
replacedDelivered with the 2.4 L Aircooled Flat 6, Type 911/51. Now runs a 930 aluminum 3.0 L engine, built with custom twin-plug heads.
Fuel deliveryBosch fuel filter
replacedDelivered with Mechanical Fuel Injection (MFI), standard for the era. Now powered by a 930 3.0L engine, its fuel delivery system is confirmed by a Bosch fuel filter.
Ignition / ECUTwin-plug ignition system
replacedDelivered with a Bosch points ignition, standard for the era. Now runs a twin-plug ignition system, a common period modification.
ExhaustDual exhaust tips
replacedDelivered with heat exchangers and a single muffler, standard for the era. It now runs European Racing headers and finishes with dual exhaust tips.
Gearbox915
factoryDelivered with the era-appropriate Type 915 gearbox. The original unit was replaced with a 915 magnesium case, rebuilt and upgraded with WEVO shifter components.
SuspensionFront coilover suspension
replacedDelivered with MacPherson struts and semi-trailing arms. Now runs full coilover suspension, upgraded front and rear sway bars, Tarett drop links, and chassis stiffening.
BrakesBrakes
replacedDelivered with 2-piston fixed calipers and ventilated discs, front and rear. Now upgraded with 964 calipers and a 930 floating rotor kit, a significant period performance upgrade.
Comfort
WindowsManual wind-up windows
Delivered with manual wind-up windows, an original factory fitment, and they remain.
AudioAudio
Delivered with one of several factory-available audio options, commonly a Blaupunkt US Frankfurt or Becker unit. This car's original configuration is not documented.
Spare tireSpare tire
replacedDelivered with a full-size steel spare wheel and jack, common for the era. The original spare tire holddown has been replaced.
FrunkSnap-bag toolkit
factoryThe period-correct Snap-bag toolkit, complete with its Pepita-style carrying bag, was standard. This example retains the full factory complement, a strong preservation signal.
Air conditioningNo air conditioning
Delivered without air conditioning, standard for the era; dealer-installed Delanair was a common optional system.
Other options
- M401Light-metal wheels / 16" Cup wheelFactory
- M414Combined oil pressure/temperature gaugeFactory
- M470Without spoilers (Turbo-look) / Fixed spoiler (993)Factory
- M495Carrera SFactory
- M520Infrared security / Passenger compartment monitoringFactory
- M526Cloth door panelsFactory
- M565Safety steering wheel 380 mm leatherFactory
- M568Tinted windshield and side glassFactory
- M571Carbon cabin air filter / Rear foglightFactory
- M650Electric sliding roof / 993 Targa sliding roofFactory
- M900Tourist delivery / European deliveryFactory