The Porsche 912 was introduced as a more affordable companion to the early 911, yet it quickly earned a reputation for being one of the most balanced sportscars of its era. Powered by a 1.6 litre air cooled flat-four engine derived from the Porsche 356, the 912 produced about 90hp and delivered lively performance through a lightweight body. Compared with the six-cylinder 911, the four-cylinder engine reduced weight over the rear axle, giving the car particularly predictable handling and excellent road manners. Visually, the 912 looked almost identical to the contemporary 911, sharing the same elegant fastback shape, round headlights, and minimalist interior. Drivers appreciated its precise steering, communicative chassis, and remarkable fuel economy for a sportscar of the period. The cabin was simple but purposeful, with clear gauges and supportive seating. Today, collectors value the Porsche 912 for its purity, reliability, and driving enjoyment. It represents an important bridge between the legendary Porsche 356 and the iconic 911 lineage.

This Porsche 912 was delivered to AFN Porsche Ltd. on 6th December 1965 and was first registered on 20th January 1966. The vendor purchased this car on 16th October 2006 and started a tale of woe lasting 16 years. It broke down on the way home. He had it towed to a garage, they stripped it down and he was talked into a restoration. The car was stripped down and after a lengthy delay he was told the garage was closing down, with the owner emigrating and he had to collect his 'car', most of it in boxes. He commissioned another garage to complete the work, but it soon transpired they were out of their depth. This saga went on for such a long time. The engine was rebuilt numerous times until, eventually, the vendor stumbled across the right people eventually, the nett result being this outstanding Porsche 912. Finished in the fabulous colour combination of Irish Green with brown leatherette interior, this Porsche is testament to the vendors fastidious tenacity. Rarely do we see restored cars that have been finished to such a high quality. Supplied with a V5 registration document, a collection of invoices and a copy of Classic Porsche magazine from August 2022, with a six-page feature of this car. Well preserved 912 examples are increasingly sought-after because they capture the character of classic Porsche engineering while remaining accessible, making them appealing to enthusiasts who enjoy driving as much as collecting. Consigned by Stewart Banks

Lot details
Year: 1966
Make: Porsche
Model: 912
Registration: NGP 592D
Chassis No: 351303
Odometer: tba

* Restored to a superb standard
* Owned by the vendor for 20 years