1972 PORSCHE 911

An exceptionally original early production Carrera 2.7 RS Touring, offered from long-term ownership and representing one of the finest surviving examples of this iconic model. Supplied new to Edmund Bauthier, a Belgian industrialist with close ties to Porsche’s racing department through Huschke von Hanstein, this RS was specified to Bauthier’s exacting personal requirements. Originally ordered as a Lightweight (M471), the specification was altered at the final stage of production to the more usable M472 Touring package, reflecting Bauthier’s intention to drive the car extensively across Europe. The resulting specification included Recaro sports seats, a full black leather interior (including the dashboard), manual windows, and no sunroof, an ideal blend of comfort, focus, and restraint. Notably, the engine was personally selected from the production line by von Hanstein himself (as mentioned in the history file) While the history file records a documented engine replacement/exchange carried out by SonAuto Porsche in 1978, the car’s provenance remains exceptionally well preserved and transparently documented. This example is among the first 150 Carrera RS models produced, an often overlooked but significant distinction. These early cars benefited from additional gearbox tunnel reinforcement, thinner gauge steel construction, resulting in reduced weight, and a superior quality fibreglass ducktail. The second owner carried out a sympathetic restoration focused on preservation rather than renewal, ensuring the car’s integrity and originality were maintained. With just 1,308 Carrera 2.7 RS Touring models produced in total, truly exceptional examples are exceedingly rare. This early production, low ownership car combines unique provenance, outstanding originality and careful stewardship throughout its life, making it a genuinely useable yet collectible Carrera 2.7 RS Touring and a compelling opportunity for a discerning buyer. Please contact the Sales team directly for the full details and history of this special car.