Ready to Own a Piece of Porsche History?
Mads van Appeldoorn
September 8, 2025
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Porsche 911 1977 Backdate – Miami Blue, 227 HP, Racing Car Feel, German TÜV-Certified
There are cars you drive.
And then there are cars you experience.
This Porsche 911 from 1977 belongs to the latter category. Fully restored, every part inspected, every screw checked – a masterpiece of craftsmanship, passion, and Porsche expertise.
This car is an authentic backdate. The narrow-body chassis with rear pop-out windows has been rebuilt with metal parts to match the style of the early F-model years (1969–1973): pure, classic, timeless. After chemical paint stripping, the body was fully rebuilt. The color “Miami Blue” – an original Porsche shade, modernly interpreted – shines like a candy and makes the car a true head-turner inside and out.
Engine & Driving Experience:
Under the hood is no cruiser, but a true racing car for the road. The 3-liter SC engine (1978) with large ports, JE forged pistons, overhauled Zenith carburetors, new S-cams, reinforcements, and the original Porsche limited-slip differential delivers a driving experience that excites both heart and senses. Performance chart: 227 HP of pure punch. Every rev sings like a symphony – torque, acceleration, sound: racetrack intensity, legally on public roads.
Transmission & Chassis:
The 915 gearbox with WEVO short-shift kit, WEVO bearings, and Sachs sport clutch guarantees precise shifts, while every corner feels like a direct connection between driver and machine. Suspension, steering, and brakes are state-of-the-art for a classic Porsche: Bilstein shocks, Brembo discs, steel-braided lines – all new or rebuilt, perfectly tuned, ready to move you.
Interior & Exterior:
Custom interior, color-matched 70s-style sport seats, Schroth quick-release harnesses, ADMS sound insulation, silvered badges, polished trim – every detail a delight for the eyes and hands. This car is not a project, not a static collector piece. It is finished, TÜV-certified, registered, and ready to drive, shine, and thrill.
A car for those who want to feel speed, love the sound, and hold history in their hands. A genuine adventure, a pure driving experience like no other.
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Complete nut-and-bolt backdate restoration with numerous original Porsche new parts
* 3-liter SC engine 1978, 227 HP, Zenith carburetors, racing-car feel with street-legal certification
* 915 gearbox with Porsche limited-slip differential (/12) and WEVO short-shift kit
* Suspension & brakes: Bilstein, Brembo, steel-braided lines, perfectly tuned
* Custom interior, 70s-style sport seats, Schroth quick-release harnesses, ADMS insulation
* Original Porsche color “Miami Blue” – modern interpretation, candy-like shine
Full feature list:
* Porsche 911S, model year 1977, no sunroof
* US / California model
Backdate Conversion (Original Porsche Metal Parts):
* New front and rear fenders
* New front hood
* New front and rear bumpers, center part, chrome bumper guards
Paintwork:
* Full chemical paint stripping
* 2-month drying and ventilation
* 6-month multi-layer paint buildup with drying phases
* Original Porsche color “Miami Blue”
Engine (Fully Overhauled):
* 3-liter SC aluminum case (1978) with large ports, fully planned
* Reinforced head studs
* New Mahle cylinders & JE forged pistons
* New S-cams, Wevo engine mounts
* Overhauled Zenith 40 TIN carburetors, Pierburg fuel pump
* New fuel and oil lines, new Porsche fuel tank
* New starter, new regulator housing
* New Porsche oil cooler (Carrera 1984–1989)
* New sensors, fuel sender, all original Porsche
Transmission (Fully Overhauled):
* 915 aluminum case (SC 1978) with original Porsche limited-slip differential (/12)
* New 1st & 3rd gear teeth, new synchronizer rings, pressure plate, needle bushing
* WEVO Shortshift Kit (Classic 915)
* New original Porsche drive shafts
* New reinforced Sachs clutch
Exhaust & Heating (Fully Overhauled):
* New SSI stainless steel manifold and heat exchanger
* New stainless steel heater flaps and red hoses
* 3.2 Carrera heater fan system
* JP rear silencer, visually modified
Chassis & Suspension (Fully Overhauled):
* 911 Turbo (1977) Torsion bars and stabilizers
* Original Porsche bearings
* New Bilstein yellow shocks front and rear
* Overhauled wheel bearings, long Porsche Motorsport studs
* Original Porsche control arms with rubber mounts
Wheels & Tires:
* 7×15 Fuchs wheels (refurbished by Fuchs)
* Dunlop tires (2023)
Steering:
* Fully overhauled with new original Porsche bearings
* New Porsche Turbo (1975–1989) tie rods
Brakes:
* New Brembo discs
* Overhauled ATE calipers front and rear
* New ATE master cylinder & overhauled brake booster
* Steel-braided brake lines
* New handbrake system and lines
Interior:
* Custom interior, manual window regulators with original Porsche cranks (E 1969)
* Lightweight dashboard, new faux-leather covering, front and rear trim
* BF-Torino ST sports seats, Schroth Profi III FE ASM harnesses
* Custom roll cage
* ADMS insulation: roof, doors, footwell, rear panels, rear shelf – body noise 40%, airborne 100%
Exterior & Details:
* Trunk lid with custom Porsche logo, silver-plated 925 silver
* Engine hood with Porsche lettering and custom 911 C badge, silver-plated 925 silver
* New original Porsche lock wedges & door check straps
* Original Porsche glass all around, front without wedge
* New window seals and channel seals
* Polished, refurbished window frames and trim panels
Miscellaneous:
* All metal parts overhauled like original
* Sandblasted & powder-coated OR
* Bead-blasted & anodized OR
* Bead-blasted & yellow-chromated OR
* Bead-blasted & matte black painted
Your Dream 911 Awaits – Contact Me Today!
If you’re interested in this car, feel free to contact me. I can also assist with shipping – over the years, I’ve successfully shipped more than 50 cars worldwide!
Many details of the restoration are also showcased here on the site. Follow the link and take a closer look at the process – from the first strip of paint to the finished masterpiece.
