Porsche 912 SWB “5-speed manual gear”

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Body styleCoupé
TransmissionManual
Mileage37336 km
Year1966
VAT / MarginMargin
  • A 912 with superb handling - "Recaro Pepita" retro seats (the right ones) and the 5-speed manual transmission
  • Restored and maintained - serviced by true enthusiasts
  • "Perfect body"
  • In Polo Red—The new red since 1966: deeply rooted in Porsche's racing heritage
  • The last owner is sort of a member of "The Long Hood Porsche Era”
  • Fun fact: The 912 is lighter than the 911
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Anyone stepping into a showroom in 1965 faced a difficult decision. The brand-new Porsche 911 was sensational, faster, and technically more impressive, but also considerably more expensive than the beloved Porsche 356 it replaced. Porsche understood that not every customer was simply looking for more power. Some drivers wanted balance above all else. Lightness. A car that was not only fast, but above all rewarding to drive beautifully.

And that is precisely why the Porsche 912 was created. Today, enthusiasts already know it well: the early short-wheelbase 912 belongs among the finest-handling classic Porsches ever built. Less weight over the rear axle, a lighter four-cylinder engine, and a surprisingly neutral chassis result in a driving experience admired even by many 911 enthusiasts. This is a Porsche that does not overwhelm you with power, but instead seduces you with balance, precision, and finesse.

This particular example from 1966 perfectly demonstrates why the 912 is becoming increasingly desirable today. Finished in Polo Red, Porsche’s new signature red introduced in 1966, this car has exactly that early Porsche atmosphere collectors love so much. It is a color deeply rooted in the brand’s racing history and one that pairs beautifully with the classic lines of the short-wheelbase body. Compact, elegant, and timeless.

In addition, this 912 has precisely the right ingredients. The five-speed manual gearbox makes a tremendous difference behind the wheel and further emphasizes the car’s sporting character. The fitted Recaro Pepita seats are simply perfect. They look as though they have always belonged in the car and give the interior exactly the combination of sportiness and classic style that suits an early Porsche so well.

This Porsche was restored, rebuilt, and maintained by genuine enthusiasts. You notice it immediately. The body presents beautifully, the panel fitment is excellent, and the 912 feels refined and solid on the road. In fact, exactly how a proper classic Porsche should feel: lively, mechanical, and inviting.

Under the rear decklid lies the familiar air-cooled four-cylinder boxer engine, based on the final generation of the legendary 356 engines. Perhaps less powerful than a 911, but precisely because of that remarkably approachable and playful. The engine climbs eagerly through the rev range, while the lighter rear end creates a surprisingly balanced character through fast corners.

And it is exactly that sensation that makes this car so appealing. An early Porsche in which you are not merely driving, but genuinely becoming part of the driving experience itself. Interested in this beautiful Porsche 912 SWB? Contact Gallery Aaldering today. Since 1975, we have specialized in exclusive classic automobiles with character and history. Worldwide export is available—please feel free to inquire about the possibilities.

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