1972 Porsche Carrera 2.7 RS Evocation

Highlights 

• Professionally rebuilt as a 2.7 Carrera RS evocation

• Based upon an incredibly rare “Oil Flap” 911 E 

• Over £70k spent with many supporting invoices

• Low mileage “streetable” race car with real racing provenance

• FIA-registered

• New interior and recently tuned engine and suspension

• Available for viewing on the PistonHeads Auctions stand at the Annual Service event at Bicester

Overview

The 911 line-up over the years is as compelling as it is impressive but there are still certain stand out tracks – particular iterations of Porsche's perennially popular powerhouse that stand just that little bit taller and shine just a tad brighter than the rest. 

Of course, any such “top models” list will be subjective but it's generally accepted by the motoring press and public alike that cars like the original 911 F R, second-gen 911 G Turbo and 996 GT3 RS are among those highlights.

There's another, too. A particular 911 that commands equal levels of respect and fascination thanks to its bona fide performance credentials and striking looks. A hyper-focussed distillation of the marque, the Porsche 911 2.7 Carrera RS is what can happen when engineers are left alone to be, well, engineers.   

Closing the door on marketing focus groups and number-obsessed accountants, the 2.7 Carrera RS was designed and built to be the best 911 it could be and if that meant thinner body panels and a huge “duck tail” spoiler to improve rear end grip and cornering ability then so be it.

The trouble is nowadays a proper 2.7 Carrera RS is pretty much unobtanium for most, with cars selling for well into six figures. But there is a way for us mere mortals to get in on the action, and that's with an evocation model, just like this right-hand drive example.

At the other end of the spectrum from a janky replica, or an M badge stuck to the back of a 520d, this Porsche 911 2.7 Carrera RS is built upon an already pretty special car – an original and super rare 1972 2.4 911 E oil flap model – and the results are nothing short of spectacular.

Upgraded to RS spec and with an engine rebuild in 2022 the car comes complete with a comprehensive file documenting a spend of £77,000 to bring it up to race car standards. Despite being over 50 years old the car remains in excellent condition throughout and would make a perfect hill climb or classic series track weapon. 

FIA-registered, the car placed 5th at the 2018 Le Mans Classic so what you get is a proven historic racer with serious provenance, and with recent engine and suspension tuning work, it's ready to rock and roll.

History and documentation

• 1972 model year

• Originally a rare 911 E “Oil Flap” model

• Rebuilt as an RS tribute

• Converted to race form and FIA registered

• V5C present and correct

• In current ownership since 2022

• Purchased by current owner from a Porsche Club Great Britain registrar

• First registered 24 Mar 1972

• Two keys

• Comprehensive folder of receipts

• £77,000 spent since 2018 

• Placed 5th at Le Mans Classic in 2018 (we can’t show you the names in the gallery but can confirm that the name of the driver matches that on the invoices from 2018)

• FIA accreditation document included

• HPI clear

• Engine rebuilt in 2022

• £2800 spent on suspension tuning in 2025 with respected specialists Centre Gravity

• 41,249 miles indicated

Interior

• A lot of the interior is new and as such presents in excellent condition throughout

• Wearing well with only light signs of use

• New RS Safari seats

• New carpets, door cards and headlining

• New dashboard, knee roll and door tops

• Momo steering wheel

• Some race features are still in place such as cut off switches and various stickers

• Half roll cage

• Racing harnesses

• Everything works as it should

• The area under the bonnet is in great shape and the car comes with a space saver spare wheel and tyre

• The engine bay appears clean and tidy with no signs of any fluid leaks or build up of grime

Exterior

• 2.7 Carrera RS evocation

• Rebuilt using original RS panels and duck tail spoiler

• Model correct graphics and badging 

• Despite a few light marks there don't appear to be any major scratches or dents

• No obvious signs of rust

• All shut lines look good

• All glasswork is free from damage

• Bonnet and boot clips

• Front fog lights

• Front towing strap

• The 15” orange RS Fuchs wheels are all in excellent condition 

• Tyres are Toyo Proxes TR1 models and all appear to be in good shape

• The underside presents well and appears to be free from corrosion

Mechanical

• Original 2.4 MFI six-cylinder engine (rebuilt in 2022)

• Recently rebuilt 915 five-speed manual gearbox 

• Bespoke race suspension

• Rear-wheel drive

• Right-hand drive

• Many thousands spent with supporting documentation

• Recent engine and suspension tune (2025)

• No mechanical issues to report

• The vendor informs us that everything is spot on; the car is said to start perfectly, run great, pull brilliantly and handle like it's on rails

Summary

This Porsche 911 2.7 Carrera RS evocation is a great example of replicas done right and just one look at the amount spent and the collection of invoices tells you everything you need to know. Not only that but this 911 was an excellent car to begin with. Arguably better than the real deal because you won't be scared to actually use it and enjoy the thing it presents as a wonderful entry not only into classic Porsche ownership but also historic racing. A win-win then.

To arrange a viewing, click the 'Book Viewing' button located under the 'Place Bid' button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to 'Contact Seller' for further enquiries. This seller is located in Brentwood, Essex.

Please note that the car will on display at the PistonHeads Annual Service on 9 August 2025 at Bicester Motion.