A sought-after open-top 911, benefitting from an engine rebuild completed at 150,000 kilometres. Under the lid is an air-cooled 3.6-litre ‘VarioRam’ flat-six, delivering 210kW / 282bhp to all four wheels through a rewarding six-speed manual transmission. This Australian-market car has been serviced by Porsche main dealers or marque specialists from new. It has been with its current owner for the last 10 years, during which time it has been kept garaged when not in use. This 911 is finished in Polar Silver with a black hood over a Midnight Blue leather-trimmed cabin. It rides on a set of 17-inch ‘Cup’ alloy wheels, housing silver callipers and wrapped in Bridgestone Potenza tyres. Factory-fitted equipment includes air conditioning, cruise control, electric windows, an electrically deployable rear spoiler, and a Porsche-branded CD stereo. The original shock absorbers have been replaced with Bilstein items. Accompanying the car is the owner’s book pack, service book, radio code card, replacement key code card, numerous receipts and invoices, spare wheel, and two keys. The cherished registration ‘AIR911’ shown in the photographs is not included. There is no known accident damage. A small mark on the rear bumper was previously repaired and repainted. The paintwork is reported to be in good shape, with scuffing on the underside of the front bumper and imperfections reported on the rear bumper. Swirl marks can be seen on areas of the car when viewed under direct light. There are some small rips in the canvas roof, and the seller notes that it is showing wear on some of the common points. Moving inside, the cabin is in fair condition, and the driver’s seat bolster has been reupholstered due to cracking in the original leather. There is creasing and wear on the front seats, wear on the gear knob and steering wheel, scratches on the ignition surround, marks on and around the glovebox, fading leather on the driver’s door pull, signs of use on some of the switchgear, and an area of ripped fabric in the driver’s footwell. The seller is not aware of any mechanical or electrical faults. The car was last serviced and inspected by Porsche specialist DHM Auto Solutions in May 2022 at 178,472 kilometres. DHM Auto Solutions also serviced the car in October 2019 at 177,406 kilometres, which included replacing the engine oil and starter motor relay. Prior to this, DHM Auto Solutions replaced the engine oil and rear bonnet struts as part of a service carried out in April 2017 at 176,195 kilometres. During the seller’s 10-year ownership, the air conditioning system has been re-gassed, a steering rack oil leak has been rectified, and the windscreen washer motor, indicator stalk assembly, air conditioning gasket, DME relay, and a window switch have been replaced. The engine was rebuilt by the previous owner at circa 150,000 kilometres due to a small oil leak. Dates and mileage: May 2022 – 178,472 kilometres – DHM Auto Solutions Oct 2019 – 177,406 kilometres – DHM Auto Solutions Apr 2017 – 176,195 kilometres – DHM Auto Solutions Dec 2016 – 174,946 kilometres – T&D Automotive Specialists May 2015 – 172,416 kilometres – DHM Auto Solutions Aug 2013 – 167,015 kilometres – T&D Automotive Specialists Feb 2012 – 158,787 kilometres – T&D Automotive Specialists Mar 2011 – 151,489 kilometres – T&D Automotive Specialists Jun 2010 – 150,120 kilometres – T&D Automotive Specialists May 2009 – 146,944 kilometres – T&D Automotive Specialists Aug 2008 – 140,234 kilometres – T&D Automotive Specialists Jun 2007 – 131,204 kilometres – T&D Automotive Specialists Jan 2007 – 126,255 kilometres – T&D Automotive Specialists Jun 2006 – 115,494 kilometres – The Pit Exchange Unreadable – 114,170 kilometres – The Pit Exchange Feb 2005 – 112,981 kilometres – The Pit Exchange Feb 2004 – 109,250 kilometres – The Pit Exchange Feb 2003 – 105,279 kilometres – The Pit Exchange Nov 2001 – 101,917 kilometres – York Motors Porsche Feb 2001 – 83,365 kilometres – York Motors Porsche Jan 2000 – 61,005 kilometres – Porsche Centre Melbourne Jul 1999 – 44,416 kilometres – Porsche Centre Melbourne Dec 1998 – 26,278 kilometres – Porsche Centre Melbourne Aug 1998 – 12,455 kilometres – Porsche Centre Melbourne This is a regularly maintained example of Porsche’s final air-cooled and hand-built 911, supported by a solid service history consisting exclusively of main dealers and specialists, and treated to an engine rebuild at around 150,000 kilometres. Praised by the owner for delivering a rewarding and memorable driving experience, this stylish example is ready to see its new keeper through many more warm-weather jaunts. The description of this auction lot is, to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.