For the 1969 model year, Porsche extended the 911's wheelbase by 57mm to improve the car's handling stability, creating what collectors now call the long-wheelbase (LWB) F-body. This version ran until 1973 and introduced larger 2.2-liter and 2.4-liter engines, along with Bosch mechanical fuel injection (MFI) for the E and S models. These cars retain the delicate, classic long-hood styling of the earliest 911s but offer more predictable road manners.
Collectors appreciate the F-body for its pure, analog driving experience and its position as the last of the original narrow-body 911 design before the impact-bumper G-series arrived. The lineup offers variety, from the carbureted 911T to the rev-happy 911S, with Targa variants providing an open-air option. The 1973 Carrera RS 2.7 is the ultimate F-body, but all versions are sought after for their direct connection between driver and road.
The market for these cars is mature and stratified. Entry-level 911T coupes are the most common, while authenticated E and S models with their complex MFI systems command much higher prices. While top examples and the Carrera RS fetch six-figure sums, driver-quality cars and projects remain an attainable entry into vintage 911 ownership, showing an average sale price of around $68,000 across 380 recent transactions.
Buying Tips
- Rust is the primary concern; inspect the floor pans, suspension mounting points, kidney bowls, and the front trunk area thoroughly.
- Mechanical Fuel Injection (MFI) on E and S models is expensive to rebuild. Ensure it's been properly sorted by a specialist or budget accordingly.
- The 2.2L and 2.4L engines used magnesium cases which can be prone to distortion and pulled head studs. Check for oil leaks and get a pre-purchase inspection.
- Verify engine and transmission numbers against a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity to confirm it's a numbers-matching example, which significantly impacts value.
- Check for worn suspension bushings, as they can make the car feel unstable and negate the benefits of the longer wheelbase.
Prices range from $850 for project cars to $321,911 for top-spec variants.
660 Porsche 911 F-Body LWB vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 31 currently live.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
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