1968 Porsche 911 2.0-liter Flat-Six Engine
Ended Mar 22, 2024 at 7:40 PM UTC
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Description
OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE
Engine No. 3281571
Porsche's air-cooled flat-six is an iconic engine known for its distinctive sound and performance. Introduced in the mid-1960s in the Porsche 901 (later 911), Porsche's nearly timeless flat-six also found a home in the 904 Carrera GTS and later, the 914/6. This engine layout features horizontally opposed cylinders, providing a low center of gravity and excellent balance. Its air-cooled design eliminated the need for a traditional water-cooling system, reducing weight and complexity. A favorite among enthusiasts and racers, its reliability and performance, its place in automotive history is secure as one of the most iconic powerplants ever produced.
This 2.0-liter flat-six engine was rescued from a stalled restoration project started by two Rutgers University students. The consignor, and a Professor at the University, began to restore it, yet his efforts were also stalled leading to the engine entering storage approximately 20 years ago.
Highlights
Serial number indicates this is a Type 901/14 engine originally fitted to a 1968 US-market 911 or 911 L with a manual transmission
Magnesium engine case construction
Noted to turn-over as seen in the Video Gallery
Known Imperfections
Visible Magnesium corrosion
Threaded steel studs show corrosion
Cut and pinched air-injection lines
It has featured some restorative work but it should be considered a candidate for a rebuild.
Additional Notes
A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this engine.
Contact: Ramsey Potts Phone: 912.508.4096 email: rpotts@hagerty.com
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1968 Porsche 911 2.0-liter Flat-Six Engine · No reserve
