HISTORY AND TECH
Until the Carrera 2.7 RS debuted in 1973, the S was the flagship of the 911 range. Launched in 1968 (for Europe only – Americans had to make do with the similar spec but less-powerful 911L), it used an uprated 2.0-litre engine with a higher compression ratio and twin Weber carburettors. The result was 160hp – an extra 30hp over the mid-range 911E – and was able to achieve 0-62mph in a swift 8.0 seconds. Only the ultra-rare 911R went quicker.
Available in Coupe and Targa body styles, the S was the first 911 to wear Fuchs alloy wheels, which were initially just 4.5 inches wide. Chassis upgrades included Koni shock absorbers and ventilated brake discs, together with thicker 15mm front and new 16mm rear anti-roll bars. Inside, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and basket-weave trim on the lower dashboard added a modicum of luxury. The innovative Sportomatic semi-auto gearbox was an extra-cost option.
B-series cars arrived in 1968, with a longer wheelbase and Bosch mechanical fuel injection increasing power output to 170hp. The 45-amp battery was swapped for a pair of 12-volt, 35-amp units: one mounted in each front wing to even-up the 911’s weight distribution. Other changes included an additional oil cooler, wider 6x15-inch Fuchs, a smaller steering wheel and a hand throttle between the seats.
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