1968 Porsche 912 Soft Window Targa 5-Speed

Make

Porsche

Model

912 Soft Window Targa 5-Speed

Year

1968

Listed price

$69,950

Location

Los Angeles, California

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

0 miles

The Porsche 912 arrived in 1965 as a more accessible alternative to the then-new 911. Sharing the 911's sophisticated unitary body shell and many of its design cues, the 912 was powered by the robust 1.6-liter flat-four engine derived from the outgoing 356 SC. This gave it a lighter front end and a distinctive driving character, often praised for its balance and efficiency. The Targa body style, introduced in late 1966, was Porsche's innovative solution to convertible safety concerns, offering a roll hoop and a removable roof panel. For a brief period between 1967 and early 1969, the "Soft Window" Targa offered an additional open-air experience with a zip-out plastic rear window, a feature that makes these early Targas particularly sought-after today. This 1968 Porsche 912 Soft Window Targa stands as a prime example of this rare configuration, presented in a classic silver exterior over a black interior. A true California car, it proudly wears its original black license plate, a testament to its sunny provenance. The included digital copy of the Kardex report confirms its matching-numbers status, ensuring its originality and historical integrity. Equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission and its original 1.6-liter flat-four engine fed by Solex dual carburetors, this Targa promises an authentic air-cooled driving experience. A removable roof panel is included, allowing for the full, intended open-air experience. With over $11,000 in service record receipts, this Soft Window Targa is ready for its next chapter. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a historically significant and increasingly collectible air-cooled Porsche.