Highlights First year of the 2.2-litre engine Restored by Heritage Autowerks and Riviera Autobody In current ownership for approximately 11 years Extensive history file with photographic documentation of the restoration The Appeal The 1969-built 911 represents the first year of Porsche's enlarged 2.2-litre flat-six, a pivotal step in the evolution of the air-cooled 911 and a car that sits at the very heart of the early 911 story. The mechanically fuel-injected S models offered the sharpest driving experience in the range, and they remain among the most coveted of all production 911s. This particular 911 was originally supplied new through Sonauto in Paris in January 1970, finished in Albert Blue with black leatherette. The current owner acquired the car in December 2015 from the family of the original keeper in Cannes, making for a remarkably clear and traceable custodial history. Originally delivered as a 2.2E, the car was upgraded to full 2.2S specification during 1973–74, understood to have been carried out by a Porsche main agent. The conversion encompassed a 2.2S engine, gearbox, suspension, brakes, RS-specification steel front and rear wings, and wider RS-specification Fuchs wheels, a thorough and period-correct transformation. Upon acquisition, the current owner entrusted the car to Heritage Autowerks, then the Singer representative in the UK, for a restoration. Bodywork was carried out by Riviera Autobody in Reading, returning the car to its original Albert Blue (colour code 1818) and reinstating the correct non-spoiler rear deck lid. The interior was restored to the correct black leatherette finish with Recaro reclining seats, new carpets, and restored upholstery. The entire process took approximately two years, and the car made its first post-restoration public appearance at Luftgekühlt at Bicester in spring 2018. Subsequent set-up and servicing has been carried out by respected specialists BS Motorsport and Jaz Porsche. Accompanied by an extensive file documenting the car's history and restoration, including photographic records of the bodywork process, this is a well-documented, carefully restored early 911 with clear provenance and long-term single-family ownership prior to its current custodian. History and Paperwork Originally supplied through Sonauto in Paris in January 1970, French-registered and now on UK plates Current keeper since December 2015 Originally delivered as a 2.2E, upgraded to 2.2S specification during 1973–74, understood to have been carried out by a Porsche main agent Restored by Heritage Autowerks and Riviera Autobody over approximately two years First post-restoration public appearance at Luftgekühlt at Bicester in spring 2018 Set-up and servicing carried out by BS Motorsport (Neil Bainbridge) and Jaz Porsche MOT exempt Extensive restoration file with photographic documentation and copies of paperwork documenting the car's history 3,646 km indicated The Condition The vendor describes the exterior as being in very good condition with only very minor signs of use Bodywork returned to original Albert Blue (colour code 1818) during restoration Correct non-spoiler rear deck lid reinstated RS-specification steel front and rear wings fitted as part of the 2.2S upgrade Wider RS-specification Fuchs wheels Retains original glass with French insurance and technical check history stickers Features original yellow French headlights and spotlights Steering wheel is a period upgrade to a three-spoke leather version The vendor describes the interior as being in very good order Interior restored to correct black leatherette finish with Recaro reclining seats, new carpets, and restored upholstery This 1969 Porsche 911 2.2 E has been converted to 2.2S specification and presents in very good condition. Restored to its original Albert Blue (colour code 1818), the exterior features RS-specification steel front and rear wings, wider Fuchs wheels and the correct non-spoiler rear deck lid. The car has required no accident repairs or repainting since restoration and retains its original glass, French history stickers and distinctive yellow headlights and spotlights. The interior has also been restored to a high standard, featuring black leatherette upholstery, Recaro reclining seats, new carpets and a period-correct three-spoke leather steering wheel. The Mechanics 2,200cc flat-six engine Five-speed manual transmission The vendor describes the car as being in very good mechanical condition Upgraded to 2.2S specification during 1973–74, including engine, gearbox, suspension, and brakes Powered by a 2,200cc flat-six engine paired with a five-speed manual gearbox, the car is described as being in very good mechanical condition. It was upgraded to 2.2S specification during 1973–74, incorporating enhancements to the engine, gearbox, suspension and braking system.