1967 912 "Soft-Window" Targa

There’s a lot to love about an early 912 Targa. Built as a more affordable alternative to the all-new 911, the 912 took the 911’s body and fitted it with the out-going 356’s four-cylinder engine. Doing so lessened the weight by about 200 lbs, which helped provide better balance than the tail-heavy 911. The old 356 engine was also more reliable and simpler as it was the final iteration of an engine Porsche had used for years, as opposed to the all-new, and more complex, flat-six in the 911.

And then there is the Targa top. With its removable roof panel and zip-out rear window, the early 912 “Soft-Window” Targas provided four different driving experiences from coupe, to open-air driving, all with a classic and timeless look.

This 1967 912 Targa is finished in Black over Black with a Black top and brushed stainless-steel Targa bar, optional factory bumper guards, and 15” chrome Fuchs wheels. The Black paint is in fair condition with some wear on the front along with the gas door. The gaps on the hood aren’t quite even and it is missing the trim where the Targa top meets the body.

On the inside, the interior is fair as well and the Targa top has been replaced, but shows a bit of discoloration on the zip-out rear window. The seller states that the car has been recently serviced by KMW Motorsports out of Florida but I did not see any receipts in the gallery. Overall, I’d say a better than average driver.

‘67 Soft-Window 912s are fairly rare as not many were produced during this first-year run. Over the past five years, we’ve seen prices rise from an average of around $42,000 to a peak of just shy of $80,000 in 2022. Since then, prices have fallen down to about $60k, which is exactly where this Targa sold. Fair deal both ways here.

Two things that go hand-in-hand? Porsche and watches. Every Porschephile I know is also a watch nerd. And like Porsches, watches can be enjoyed at all price points. 

On a recent visit to Pittsburgh, SML subscriber Allan S. tossed me his new Sheffield Allsport watch. Sheffield Watches is a reboot of an old dive watch brand founded in New York in the ‘50s that was synonymous with producing low-price point, quality watches. The weight of the stainless steel case felt robust, as did the feel of the screw-down crown and unidirectional bezel—definitely quality. As for price point, the Sheffield diver punches way above its weight at $108. You can’t buy more watch for the money, period. 

And that’s what Sheffield Watches’ founder Jay Turkbas set out to accomplish, reviving the brand's ethos and creating a watch synonymous with quality, technology, and affordability. Taking inspiration from his original Sheffield watch from the ’70s and his 30-plus years of experience in product development and innovation, he knocked it out of the park with a durable watch capable of exploring the depths of the ocean one day and cars & coffee the next. And all at a price point equivalent to the $13 the watch originally cost back then. Take a moment to give Sheffield Watches a look. I know you’ll be just as impressed as I am.

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