For the 1976 Carrera 2.7 MFI #9050 it has been a long road since we started this restoration.  From completing the metalwork and rust repairs, primer and prep work, adjusting gaps, test fitting all body panels and trim before painting, to multiple spray out attempts before we got just the right period Porsche silver flake. A significant amount of effort has been necessary to get all the details right, and it has been a great experience as everyone involved banded together to achieve the goals.

Finally the day has arrived where everything is ready for paint. All the removable body panels have been taken off and are masked to paint the inside first. Similarly the chassis the exterior body has been masked off so the underneath and engine compartment can be sprayed. The chassis is on the rotisserie just waiting for the paint booth to free up. Once the first coat of Glasurit 55 is laid down the restoration project will be on a trajectory towards completion. Exciting times!

This is an exciting year for Porsche enthusiasts. Not only does 2013 mark 50 years since the start of production for the 911, it also marks 40 years since the G-series was first introduced. While impact bumper 911s were formerly out of favoritism with many Porsche enthusiasts, particularly those who favored the earlier long hood 911, based on the recent price trends that stigma is finally disappearing. This isn't surprising as the G-series design is a stylish classic in their own right. In fact, many even think they are more refined than the earlier 911s. And, lest we not forget our history, it was only a decade ago that there was a stigma about the long hoods! The values of most long hood models were quite low as they weren't desired, in fact generally they were quite a bit less than more "modern" 911s such as the Carrera 3.2. How times have changed.

As the last 911 built for the street with mechanical fuel injection (MFI) the G-series Carrera MFI 2.7 also neatly marks the end of an earlier era before computerized control of the fuel injection started. The Kugelfischer derived MFI setup was only used on a few competition models after this point such as the 911 SC/RS. With the same weight as the earlier 1973 Carrera RS Touring these early Carrera MFI 2.7 models really make for an exciting drive both on track and the street.

So celebrate 50 years of the 911 and 40 years of the G-series by taking your Carrera 2.7 MFI to your favorite concours, track event, tour, or rally this year! More enthusiasts should really get to know these visceral machines.

See you on the road.

New G-series Carrera MFI 2.7 on display at the 1973 Frankfurt IAA Auto Show.

Update February 20, 2013: This Carrera sold within 48 hours!

Posted February 18, 2013: This 1975 Carrera 2.7 MFI was originally painted Ice Green Metallic but is now painted Lime Green. Recently restored with several concours awards in California. Very few faults can be found in the restoration or presentation of this Carrera, and certainly none that appear to be difficult to fix (unless a buyer wanted to change to the original color).

The minor details include a paint tag that has been incorrectly punched; Fuchs finish appears to be more RSR finish than original Carrera; Fuchs center caps for 1975 matched finish of the wheel; air compressor was standard for Carrera by then instead of red air bottle; over restored front trunk and missing black paint behind the aluminum chassis tag; wrong owner's manual; door panels have black instead of midnight leatherette; and a few other details. The steering wheel is the correct 380mm Carrera Sport wheel, but the recovered leather doesn't quite fit right, and seats were restored almost 18 years ago in the correct midnight material.
That said, if we are picking on details this minor then generally the restoration appears to be really sound. If you are searching for a Carrera 2.7 this car appears to be very nice and is definitely worth checking out further. Rather than write up more commentary just read the seller's detailed description for more information.

Seller's description:

Update February 17, 2013: This Carrera is now offered on eBay with a price of €105,000 EUR (approx. $141k USD).

Posted February 16, 2013: This Carrera is a wolf in sheep's clothing with the very simply presented trim the doesn't feature a ducktail or Carrera side script. This 1974 Carrera was first registered December 1973 and now shows 85,000 km on the odometer. Interior was restored at some point with non-original details such as the seat center inlays. Has the original Carrera Sport 3-spoke 380mm wheel with the early style thick grip. Period Blaupunkt Bamberg cassette radio.

The engine appears to have all the various original bits including the often missing snorkel for providing warm air on startup. 6J and 7J Fuchs look to have been restored and repainted with black centers rather than original clear anodized petals.

Seller's description:

Extremely rough English translation:

totally restored car as it was stored for more than 20 years in a garage in the capital. the engine was stopped because of a broken piston 
the restoration was the greatest possible attention to the mechanical parts is technically and in terms of aesthetics
rods and new pistons overhauled exchange Bosch pump overhauled, new discs calipers overhauled new clutch blades of the rear susp models successive range adjustment more simple car radio porsche etc etc etc etc etc etc etc etc etc etc 
good body and paint, original color coupe
powerful engine exchangers, stainless steel muffler maximum fun. The car is fantastic
Please if you are interested in email as I will answer writing.

Offered for €115,000 (approx. $154k USD) by a private seller.

A right hand drive 1974 Carrera MFI 2.7 has been offered by a private seller located just outside of Melbourne, Australia.  It was originally delivered to Australia, but picked up in Germany as a tourist delivery in late 1974, and has had three owners since new. The latest owner has enjoyed the car for the last six years.

Fitted with correct 6J and 7J Fuchs with clear anodized petals, electric flag mirror from the 1976 and later 911 models. Was originally ordered with the rare orange "PORSCHE" script (option M417) on the doors, rare orange safety stripes on the hood (option M405), ducktail (option M473), and Blaupunkt Bamberg radio (option M422).

Has correct Carrera Sport 3-spoke steering wheel.  Rest of interior appears to have been replaced at some point with trim from later 1976 to 1980s 911s. These later style interior pieces include a vented dash, quilted door cards, carpet door parkets, carpet appears to be later black instead of period midnight blue, and a few other details. Engine looks like it has original bits often missing including the correct coil and the airbox snorkel.

Seller's description:

Australian Delivered 1974 911 Carrera 2.7 MFi. (one of 18 in 1974) Matching Numbers Three owners fom new. Stored for many years by the original owner hence very low klm's Please only genuine calls or email me Inspection will not dissapoint. $142,500

Grand Prix White; 58,000 kilometers; chassis #9114600768.

Seller is asking $142,500 AUD (approx. $148k USD).

The seller of this lime green 1975 Carrera MFI 2.7 hasn't provided much info, but it looks to be a nice Carrera.

Interior is unrestored but quite with the original midnight blue/black carpets, except for the floor mats, and original seats. Radio has been replaced, but there is no antenna apparent.  There is some sticker on the glove box door.

The engine bay isn't very tidy, with some details that should be be cleaned up and corrected (snorkel attachement fitting, incorrect Bosch coil, etc). The Carrera badge on the engine lid looks to be the later style from the 1980s. Single flag mirror has been painted body color which was done on some Carrera in 1975.  The 7 x 15 and 8 x 15 Fuchs wheels with black centers were an option in 1975. Chrome headlight surrounds would have been painted body color on black trim cars for 1975.

Update 5/10/2013: It is unclear what happened with the previous sale as this 1975 Carrera 2.7 is being offered once again at the Bonhams Spa Classic Sale.

Posted 2/7/2013: The 1975 Carrera MFI 2.7 at Bonhams Grand Palais auction in Paris just hammered sold for €67,000 + 15% buyer's commission to a buyer in the room + 19.6% VAT on commission, which totals €79,019 (approx. $105.5k USD).

Reminder Bonhams also charges a seller's commission which can negotiated by the seller, starting from the maximum of 10%. Net to the seller would be somewhere between €60,300 and €63,650 (approx. $81k to $86k USD).

Bonhams original estimates:

• €55,000 - 65,000
• £45,000 - 53,000
• US$ 72,000 - 85,000

Final results can be seen on Bonhams website.