1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS

Make

Porsche

Model

911 Carrera RS

Year

1973

Listed price

$750,000

Location

Pontiac, Michigan

Transmission

Not provided

Mileage

0 miles

The 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS holds a revered place in automotive history, born from the need to homologate the 911 for FIA Group 4 GT racing. Porsche engineers, under the direction of Ernst Fuhrmann, stripped weight and boosted power to create a road-legal racer that instantly became legendary. Its iconic "ducktail" spoiler wasn't just for show; it was a functional piece of aerodynamic genius, reducing lift and improving high-speed stability. With only 1,580 examples produced, the Carrera RS, particularly in its lightweight M471 Sport specification, remains one of the most sought-after and influential 911s ever built, setting the template for every track-focused 911 that followed. This particular 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS is a truly exceptional example, presenting in the striking and highly desirable shade of Gulf Orange – one of just 25 cars delivered from the factory in this vibrant hue. A German-delivery car, it boasts a known history from new, meticulously documented and preserved, underscoring its provenance. Recently benefiting from a comprehensive restoration, this RS is offered in impeccable condition, complete with its original jack, spare, and tool kit, ready to be enjoyed or shown. Optioned with a desirable limited-slip differential and a sunroof, this Carrera RS represents a rare opportunity to acquire a legendary machine in outstanding form.