Canepa is offering this Porsche 911 Carrera RS for sale.
1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS
VIN: 9113601534
- “The most iconic production Porsche ever built”
- One of the last production Carrera RS examples built by serial #
- Matching numbers engine and transmission per Porsche COA
- 24,217 original miles (38,793km)
- Engine rebuild less than 2,500 miles ago in 2009
- 2.7L flat six engine – 210HP, 188 lb-ft of torque, 5-speed manual transmission
- Restored to original color combination of Light Yellow over black leatherette in 2010
- Optioned with Sports Seats, Headrests, Sports Exhaust System, Heated and tinted rear window, and three point harnesses
The Carrera RS is one of the most revered cars in the Porsche lineage, and is regarded as one of the finest sports cars of the 1970’s. Revealed at the 1972 Paris Auto Show, it was a factory special built to meet the homologation rules of FIA Group 4 racing. The RS (“Rennsport”) was almost invincible at Le Mans, Daytona and the Targa Florio, often winning outright against pure racing prototypes. It’s not often you would see the same car on the podium one day, then passing you on the open road the next. The RS is conclusive proof that one of Porsche’s greatest skills was building a car that was immensely competitive at the track, and equally usable as a street car.
Porsche had originally intended to only produce 500 Carrera RS examples, set on making just enough to homologate the cars in order to go racing. However, the general public fell so in love with the Carrera RS platform that Porsche ultimately made 2 more rounds of cars, producing another 1,080 examples. With a final production of 1,580 examples, the original Carrera RS still stands as one of the rarest variants of the 911 produced while being the most iconic production Porsche ever built.
This 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS was originally delivered to the Munich-based Porsche car dealership Mahag on July 1st, 1973, spec’d with Light Yellow paint and a black leatherette interior. The car is equipped with Sports Seats, Headrests, a Sports Exhaust system, a heated and tinted rear window, and 3-point harnesses. The Carrera RS remained in Germany for 40 years, with several caretakers during this time. The most interesting prior caretaker, Dr. Martin Jörgens, was likely the one individual who enjoyed the car more than most.
On October 15th, 2001 a Historic Vehicle Identity Form for Series Production Cars was completed for the Carrera RS under the caretakership of Dr. Martin Jörgens. The FIA (Federation Internationale De L’Automobile) document was required for entry into numerous automotive events in Europe, of which Dr. Martin Jörgens was intent on entering. According to documentation, the car had only amassed 6,291 miles (10,125km) over 28 years, and had been painted white. Jörgens might have had an excellent sense of foresight, as instead of racing using the original matching-numbers engine, he built a spare engine and installed that one instead. According to documentation in May of 2002 Roock Sport System, German-based racing team and historic Porsche restorers, were charged with building a 2.8L engine specifically for racing, as well as rebuilding the transmission. This is indicated through the long list of parts for a complete engine build and other components, including a spare crankcase. The spare engine was built and installed to the car, with the matching-numbers engine set to the side for a later date.
Dr. Martin Jörgens attended several of these European racing events in 2005, including the Starwood International Coppa Costa Smeralda and Targa Gallura, France Tour Classic Rally, and Tour Auto Lissac, thoroughly enjoying the Carrera RS as it was intended to be. It also participated in the Spa Francorchamps in 2008. Additional documentation shows that he serviced the vehicle regularly. At the end of 2009, the engine used for racing was removed from the 911 and replaced with the original matching-numbers engine, where the original engine received a top-end rebuild of its original components. In 2009/2010 the Carrera RS was cosmetically restored back to its original factory-correct Light Yellow paint color.
In 2011 the car was sold to Koch Klassik in Germany. On April 10th, 2013 Jeffery Sprecher, owner of Intercontinental Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange, purchased the Carrera RS and imported it from Germany. He would remain caretaker of the car until late 2020 when Daniel Arsham, a New York-based artist, acquired the car. Arsham is known for his body of artwork that includes the “Eroded” series, with classic Porsche 911 figures cast in concrete with sections revealing crystals underneath.
Upon arrival at Canepa, the Carrera RS was subjected to an extensive and diligent examination process called the “Canepa Difference”, which includes a major comprehensive mechanical inspection and road testing where all systems are checked, serviced, and restored as needed. They also receive a concours-level detailing inside and out, foam-pad polishing in multiple stages and hand-washing the underside, until every surface of the car is pristine. This 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS checked all of those boxes: excellent driving results, fantastic cosmetic condition, and overall in wonderful condition.
It’s easy to understand why the original Carrera RS made a name for itself, and why after 52 years it is still one of the most sought-after 911s for collectors and enthusiasts alike. This example, with only 6 documented owners since new, is a shining example of the 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS Touring, ready for any roadtrip, backroad exploration, or a concours lawn vying for a top award.
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