1968 Porsche 911 2.0-liter Flat-Six Engine

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Engine No. 3281571 

Porsche's air-cooled flat-six is an iconic engine known for its distinctive sound and performance. Introduced in the mid-1960s in the Porsche 901 (later 911), Porsche's nearly timeless flat-six also found a home in the 904 Carrera GTS and later, the 914/6. This engine layout features horizontally opposed cylinders, providing a low center of gravity and excellent balance. Its air-cooled design eliminated the need for a traditional water-cooling system, reducing weight and complexity. A favorite among enthusiasts and racers, its reliability and performance, its place in automotive history is secure as one of the most iconic powerplants ever produced.

This 2.0-liter flat-six engine was rescued from a stalled restoration project started by two Rutgers University students. The consignor, and a Professor at the University, began to restore it, yet his efforts were also stalled leading to the engine entering storage approximately 20 years ago. 

Highlights 

• Serial number indicates this is a Type 901/14 engine originally fitted to a 1968 US-market 911 or 911 L  with a manual transmission 

• Magnesium engine case construction 

• Noted to turn-over as seen in the Video Gallery 

Known Imperfections 

• Visible Magnesium corrosion 

• Threaded steel studs show corrosion 

• Cut and pinched air-injection lines 

• It has featured some restorative work but it should be considered a candidate for a rebuild. 

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this engine. 

Contact: Ramsey Potts  Phone: 912.508.4096   email: rpotts@hagerty.com 

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