The 1972 Porsche 911 S 2.4 Targa is one of the most desirable early long-bonnet 911s, combining the high-performance S specification with Bosch mechanical fuel injection, a five-speed manual gearbox and the distinctive open-roof Targa body.
This specific Porsche 911 S 2.4 Targa has been sold and is now part of the Giro Classico handled-car archive. The current page confirms its SOLD status and lists a 2,341 cc air-cooled flat-six, 190 bhp, Bosch MFI, five-speed transmission and four-wheel ventilated disc brakes.
Porsche 911 S 2.4: the final evolution of the early 911
The 2.4-litre S belongs to the last and most developed phase of the classic narrow-body 911 before the arrival of the impact-bumper generation.
Its core specification includes:
- 2,341 cc air-cooled flat-six
- 190 bhp
- Bosch mechanical fuel injection
- five-speed manual gearbox
- independent suspension
- ventilated disc brakes
- rear-wheel drive
This combination made the 2.4 S one of the fastest and most sophisticated road-going 911s of its period.
Bosch MFI and the 190 bhp flat-six
One of the defining features of the 911 S is its Bosch mechanical fuel injection.
Compared with more conventional carburettor systems, MFI gave the S:
- sharper throttle response
- precise high-rpm fuel delivery
- strong power output for its displacement
- the characteristic immediacy associated with early performance 911s
The 190 bhp 2.4-litre engine is a major reason why the S sits above the T and E in the collector hierarchy.
The Targa body
The Targa gave Porsche buyers an open-air alternative without abandoning the structural identity of the 911.
Its characteristic features include:
- removable roof panel
- fixed rollover hoop
- panoramic rear section
- classic 911 proportions
For collectors, the Targa offers a different experience from the Coupé: slightly more touring-oriented, but still unmistakably an early 911.
The 915 gearbox and stronger 2.4-litre drivetrain
The Giro Classico description highlights several developments shared with the 2.7 Carrera RS, including the stronger 915 gearbox, aluminium brake calipers, front-mounted oil cooler and optional 85-litre plastic fuel tank.
These details are important because they show how close the 2.4 S was to Porsche’s more competition-focused engineering at the end of the long-bonnet era.
The page also notes that the spare wheel is an early space-saver unit dated 12/72, due to the larger optional fuel tank.
Important note on the year
There is one point I would verify before final publication.
The current URL and H1 identify the car as 1972, while the body copy repeatedly describes it as a 1973 911 S 2.4-litre and mentions a spare wheel dated 12/72.
For SEO, I would keep 1972 in the H1 and SEO Title for now because it matches the indexed URL, but I would avoid repeatedly describing the physical car as definitively 1972 or 1973 until the chassis number, production date and factory documentation are checked.
If the records confirm a 1973 model-year car, the on-page specifications and structured data should then be corrected consistently.
911 S 2.4 versus Carrera RS 2.7
The 2.4 S is often discussed alongside the legendary Carrera RS because the two cars share important engineering features.
The RS added:
- greater displacement
- lower weight
- approximately 20 additional horsepower
- more focused homologation-oriented specification
But the 2.4 S delivers much of the same early-911 character while generally remaining more usable and less extreme.
That makes it particularly attractive to collectors seeking a high-performance long-bonnet 911 without moving into RS territory.
Why the 2.4 S Targa is collectible
The appeal of the 911 S 2.4 comes from a strong combination of:
- final-generation long-bonnet styling
- high-performance S engine
- Bosch MFI
- 915 gearbox
- open Targa configuration
- low weight
- classic air-cooled engineering
- strong historical significance within the early 911 family
It sits at an important point in Porsche history, immediately before the 2.7-litre era transformed the 911 range.
What to inspect before buying a 911 S 2.4
A specialist pre-purchase inspection should focus on:
- chassis and factory identity
- engine and gearbox numbers
- Bosch MFI condition
- body corrosion
- previous accident repairs
- front suspension pan
- floor and sill condition
- oil leaks
- engine compression and leak-down
- 915 gearbox operation
- braking system
- oil cooler
- Targa roof fit and seals
- original trim and Fuchs wheels
- Porsche documentation and restoration history
On an early 911 S, originality and correct specification have a major influence on value.
This Porsche 911 S 2.4 Targa has been sold
This specific Porsche 911 S 2.4 Targa is no longer available. Giro Classico clearly marks the vehicle as SOLD and invites buyers looking for a similar car to enquire directly.
Looking for an early air-cooled 911 currently available?
The strongest current alternative is the 1970 Porsche 911 S 2.2 Coupé currently offered by Giro Classico.
Discover the 1970 Porsche 911 S 2.2 Coupé currently available at Giro Classico
This is an exceptionally relevant internal link because it remains within the same early 911 S, long-bonnet, mechanically fuel-injected lineage.
The current 1970 car features:
- original matching-numbers Type 911/02 engine
- 2,195 cc flat-six
- 180 hp
- mechanical fuel injection
- correct Type 911/01 gearbox
- original Tangerine 018 colour
- original 6×15 Fuchs wheels
- complete documented restoration
- owner’s manual and original tool kit
It is number 1643 of just 1,744 Porsche 911 S examples produced for the 1970 model year and is currently listed at €155,000.
2.4 S Targa or 2.2 S Coupé?
The 2.4 S Targa offers:
- 190 bhp
- 2.4-litre engine
- later 915 gearbox
- open-roof driving
- final long-bonnet development
The 1970 2.2 S Coupé offers:
- 180 bhp
- lighter early specification
- Coupé rigidity
- matching-numbers drivetrain
- documented restoration
- a car available today
For a buyer specifically searching for another 2.4 S Targa, targeted sourcing remains the correct route. For someone looking for a high-level early 911 S now, the available 2.2 S is the most relevant alternative.
Looking specifically for another Porsche 911 S 2.4?
Giro Classico can assist with the search for:
- Porsche 911 S 2.4 Targa
- Porsche 911 S 2.4 Coupé
- early long-bonnet 911 S models
- mechanically fuel-injected 911s
- matching-numbers examples
- restored or highly original cars
The search can include provenance research, Porsche documentation checks, chassis and drivetrain verification, accident-history assessment, pre-purchase inspection, valuation, negotiation and worldwide logistics. Giro Classico’s Collector Car Advisory service specifically includes provenance research, inspections, restoration consultancy and international import-export support.
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For further information regarding sourcing a Porsche 911 S 2.4 Targa, verifying model year or factory specification, arranging a specialist inspection, or regarding the 1970 Porsche 911 S 2.2 currently available, please contact us directly.
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