Porsche 911 2.0 Targa Soft Window (1967)

One of the Rarest 911 Variants Ever Built – The 1967 Porsche 911 2.0 Targa Soft Window

Few sports cars have shaped automotive history as profoundly as the Porsche 911. Introduced in 1963 as the successor to the legendary Porsche 356, the "Nine-Eleven" rapidly established itself as an icon of German sports car engineering. Its unmistakable silhouette, rear-mounted air-cooled flat-six engine and exceptional driving dynamics made it one of the most successful sports cars of all time. Today, the early 2.0-litre models are especially prized by collectors, as they represent the original concept of the 911 in its purest form.

A particularly significant place within the model's history belongs to the Targa, introduced in 1967. Porsche developed the concept in response to proposed safety regulations in the United States, which at the time threatened the future of conventional convertibles. The innovative Targa combined the safety of a fixed stainless-steel roll bar with the open-air experience of a cabriolet, while simultaneously creating an entirely new vehicle concept. The earliest Targa models featured a removable roof panel and the now legendary Soft Window rear screen, whose folding plastic window gave the car its unmistakable appearance. By the end of 1968, Porsche replaced this elaborate design with a fixed glass rear window, resulting in a correspondingly short production run for the Soft Window models. Today, they rank among the rarest and most desirable variants in the entire history of the Porsche 911 and enjoy an outstanding reputation among collectors worldwide.

The example offered here was originally delivered new to the U.S. state of Oklahoma and is presented today in the classic combination of red coachwork with a black leather interior. This timeless sporting colour scheme perfectly complements the slim-bodied early F-Series design, with its delicate chrome trim and brushed stainless-steel Targa bar, all of which contribute to the unmistakable character of the early 911. Showing just 78,000 kilometres, this Porsche represents an authentic survivor from the first generation of the iconic model.

Accompanying the car are its original service booklet and owner's manual, documenting both its history and the careful stewardship it has enjoyed throughout its life. In 2023, the Targa roof and headlining were professionally renewed, and a new set of summer tyres was fitted. In addition, extensive servicing and mechanical refurbishment carried out in 2023 and again in 2025 amounted to more than CHF 24,000, ensuring the car's outstanding mechanical condition and long-term reliability. In 2025, the bodywork also received a premium Swissvax paint protection treatment, preserving both the exceptional finish and the long-term integrity of the paintwork. A Swiss Veteran Vehicle inspection completed in October 2022 further confirms the car's well-preserved and highly original condition.

The free-revving 2.0-litre air-cooled flat-six engine, producing 130 horsepower, is perfectly matched to the precise five-speed manual gearbox, delivering the engaging driving experience for which the early Porsche 911 became world famous. Its low kerb weight, direct steering and unmistakable soundtrack combine to create an experience that remains a benchmark among classic sports cars and defines the enduring appeal of the early 911.

Today, the Porsche 911 2.0 Targa Soft Window is regarded as one of the rarest and most desirable variants of the entire 911 lineage. Its brief production run, pioneering Targa concept and distinctive Soft Window configuration make it an exceptional collector's car with strong international demand. Well-documented and carefully maintained examples have enjoyed steadily increasing market values for many years and rank among the most sought-after air-cooled Porsches of all.

This Porsche 911 2.0 Targa Soft Window uniquely combines historical significance, iconic design and exceptional rarity. With its well-documented provenance, substantial recent investment, complete original documentation and outstanding state of preservation, this example presents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most fascinating and collectible early Porsche 911s ever produced—a sports car that not only shaped the history of Porsche but also remains a milestone in automotive design and engineering.