MARKET ANALYSIS
SWB (1964 to 1968)

The Short Wheelbase (SWB) Porsche 911 represents the earliest chapter of the 911 story, produced from 1964 to 1968 and forming the foundation of Porsche’s most enduring model line. These early cars featured a shorter 2,211 mm wheelbase, lighter construction, and a more delicate, minimalist feel compared to later long-wheelbase models, giving them a raw and highly engaging driving character that defines the early 911 experience. Powered by early air-cooled flat-six engines in 2.0-litre form and built before major safety and emissions changes, SWB cars are closely associated with Porsche’s transition from the 356 to a true next-generation sports car. In the Australian market, SWB 911s are extremely rare, with most examples imported from Europe or the US, and are prized for their purity, historical importance, and early-production details. Values are driven by year, originality, matching numbers, body style, and condition, with well-documented, correctly restored cars commanding significant premiums as collectors increasingly focus on the earliest and most authentic 911 variants.
The Short Wheelbase (SWB) Porsche 911 represents the earliest chapter of the 911 story, produced from 1964 to 1968 and forming the foundation of Porsche’s most enduring model line. These early cars featured a shorter 2,211 mm wheelbase, lighter construction, and a more delicate, minimalist feel compared to later long-wheelbase models, giving them a raw and highly engaging driving character that defines the early 911 experience. Powered by early air-cooled flat-six engines in 2.0-litre form and b…
Model years for Porsche 911 (1964 to 1968)

1968 Porsche 912
24,367 km • Manual • LHD
🇦🇺Canterbury, VIC
SOLD
$65,500
Auction
Dec 21, 2025
1967 Porsche 911 S Soft Window Targa
112,380 km • Manual • LHD
🇦🇺Sydney, NSW
NOT SOLD
Auction
Dec 29, 2025
1966 Porsche 912
130,938 km • Manual • LHD
🇦🇺Brisbane, QLD
SOLD
$74,650
Auction
Oct 02, 2023
1967 Porsche 911 2.0 SWB
105,447 km • Manual • LHD
🇦🇺Sydney, NSW
SOLD
$138,580
Auction
Dec 27, 2023
1965 Porsche 912
87,400 km • Manual • LHD
🇦🇺Northbridge, NSW
SOLD
$60,000
Auction
Jan 28, 2024
1967 Porsche 912 - Project
92,983 km • Manual • LHD
🇦🇺St Kilda, VIC
SOLD
$34,350
Auction
Mar 23, 2025