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1967 Porsche 911 “Rally Kit”
VIN: 308299

Rare, special-order “9552 Rally Kit”
Extensive SCCA and IMSA period racing history
Exceptionally well documented since new
Matching-numbers 901/06 engine per Porsche Kardex
Multiple-time entrant to the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
Eligible and competitive for many historic racing series
Rumored to be 1 of less than 15 examples of “Rally Kit” cars built in 1967-1968
Includes FIA HTP and HMSA logbook

Porsche, always a supporter of motorsports to both large and small enterprises, is no stranger to creating special and unique 911 variants to accommodate different types of series. The 911R might be one of the most well-known variants, but Porsche was focused on selling variants that could be raced or rallied by customers while still being legal under the FIA's GT Group 3 category. Porsche began generating momentum by creating the optional “Rally Kit” option for its 911 with the option code 9552.

This package upgraded the stock 160 horsepower 901/06 engine with 906 camshafts and connecting rods, and larger carburetors (if desired). Also available were a competition clutch, sport exhaust, a partial roll bar in the cabin, competition seats, wider alloy wheels, a 100-liter fuel tank, and a variety of gear ratios. Two additional optional tuning packages were also made available by Porsche, Sport Kit 1 and Sport Kit 2, with the latter supplying the buyer with different carburetor jets and venturis for the Weber 40-milimeter triple-throat carburetors and was good for an additional 15 horsepower.

History with Hans Niederer and SCCA Success

By the time Hans Niederer had acquired this 1967 Porsche 911 “Rally Kit” in late June of 1967, the Oxford, New York-based racer was already at home behind the wheel of fast Porsches. Having purchased several used Porsche 356s a few years earlier, and because of his friendship with local Porsche dealer Jiri Nechleba, he was able to continuously trade up into this special race-focused 911 at the age of 28.

Ordered through Porsche's Sports Purpose Program with the Rally Kit (9552), chassis 308299 was painted in Sand Beige, included black vinyl upholstery, a 5-speed manual transmission, and safety belts. A pair of Talbot mirrors were fitted to the car's fenders by Nechleba at Niederer's request. A copy of the original Kardex and window sticker illustrate that it was completed at Zuffenhausen on May 29th, 1967, and was delivered 3 weeks later. Notes from the car's restoration in 2005 show that it appeared that it was also equipped with the desirable Sport Kit II when new.

Within the year, Niederer and his newly acquired 911 began amassing an impressive roster of victories across local and regional SCCA Autocross and Gymkhana events. By early 1969, however, his ambitions had evolved, and chassis 308299 was subjected to rigorous preparation for official SCCA C-Production Class competition. The transformation was purposeful and period-correct: a partial roll cage and a handcrafted front spoiler were seamlessly integrated alongside wider Minilite wheels, accommodating fender modifications, a quick-fill bonnet fuel cap, and finely tuned adjustments to the factory sports suspension. Niederer's meticulous record-keeping-a treasure trove of newspaper clippings, trophies, race programs, amateur film, and extensive photography-paints a vivid picture of continuous development and relentless success on the track between 1969 and 1974.

Campaigning as a fiercely independent, unsponsored amateur, Niederer focused his efforts on the unforgiving circuits of the Northeast, including Watkins Glen, Lime Rock, Pocono, and Thompson. This localized dedication bred a profound familiarity with the tracks, sharpening his competitive edge. By 1971, the pairing of Niederer and this potent 911 proved unstoppable, claiming the New York State Sportscar Driver's Championship, the SCCA C-Class Production Regional title, and the Best Regional Driver accolade. Though qualified for the National SCCA Championship Runoffs at Road Atlanta, logistical constraints kept him away. Unfazed, Niederer pivoted his focus toward a more formidable arena: IMSA's fiercely contested sub-2.5-liter GTU class.

To meet the rigorous demands of IMSA, Niederer turned to legendary Porsche race team owner, car collector and car dealer Vasek Polak in January 1972, acquiring a 2.0-liter, 901/02 racing block and a suite of specialized speed components. While his intimate knowledge of the regional circuits allowed him to nip at the heels of professional entrants, the harsh reality of endurance racing soon set in. The 911, despite the Polak-sourced upgrades, found itself outgunned and carrying a weight penalty against the lighter, higher-displacement thoroughbreds of the era. The valiant pursuit concluded dramatically in 1974 when the race engine finally surrendered to insurmountable odds at Watkins Glen.

Restoration and Historic Pedigree

Following its retirement in 1975, the 911 was sequestered in dry storage, remaining a preserved time capsule and owned by Hans until its acquisition by a discerning marque enthusiast in 2003. Recognizing its immense historical value, the new owner commissioned an exhaustive restoration to return the car to its formidable 1971 SCCA Championship-winning configuration. Astonishingly for a veteran of amateur racing, the stripped chassis tub revealed a remarkably straight and undamaged structure. Even more miraculous was the survival of the original Sekurit glass, which was carefully reinstalled after Michaelian Restoration of Stuart, Florida, meticulously applied the factory-correct Sand Beige (6607 G) finish. The cabin was refinished faithfully to Niederer's era, complete with his original dash-mounted SCCA racing plaques.

To ensure track-readiness for top-tier historic competition, the underpinnings were entirely renewed. The suspension now features fresh Koni shock absorbers alongside upgraded bushings and bracing. Period-correct Minilite magnesium wheels shod in Hoosier racing slicks provide the mechanical grip, while modern safety standards are met through an ATL fuel cell, a fire suppression system, period-style Recaro racing seats, and a comprehensively integrated roll cage with a driver's safety harness.

At the heart of the chassis is a masterful, bespoke 2.0-liter twin-plug 901/06 flat-six. Crucially, this build utilizes the car's numbers-matching engine casing, augmented by contemporary 911R accessories and a significant portion of Niederer's original Vasek Polak speed parts. Mated to a correct-type five-speed transaxle, the gear ratios have been expertly optimized to strike an exquisite balance between exhilarating flat-out circuit performance and engaging street drivability.

Since its triumphant return, this exceptional 911 ''Rally'' Coupe has graced the lawns of premier Porsche Club of America gatherings, including Rennsport Reunion V and Luftgekühlt 7, and has campaigned vigorously at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion. Supplied with its FIA Historic Technical Passport (issued June 2010), HMSA logbook, and an unparalleled dossier of period racing documentation, this sports-purpose 1967 Porsche 911 “Rally Kit” stands as a monumental acquisition. It is a turnkey entrant for the world's finest historic racing series and a crown jewel for the dedicated air-cooled racer.

1968 Racing Results:

May 1968 – A-2, CNY-PCA, Greene, NY
June 30, 1968 – George Constantine Memorial Gymkhana, SCCA, CNY PCA
1968 – INEC Gymkhana Championship, Greene, NY
1968 – Challenge Autocross 1968, Central New York Region SCCA and Southern New York Region SCCA
1968 – North-East Division Challenge Autocross, Southern New York Region SCCA, Greene, NY
1968 – I.N.E.C., 3rd Place
1968 – Solo II Championship, Southern New York Region SCCA
1968 – Southern New York Region SCCA, High Performer Award

1969 Racing Results:

1969 – Learn It Drive It, 2nd Annual, 1969, Southern New York Region SCCA
1969 – Annual Challenge Gymkhana, Central NY Region SCCA, Southern NY Region SCCA
July 5-6, 1969, North-East Division Championship Autocross, Southern NY Region SCCA, Greene, NY
1969 – Watkins Glen Trans-Am 1969 (Dash Plaque)
1969 – Watkins Glen 1969, Can-Am and 6 Hour Championship Races (Dash Plaque)
1969 – Solo II Championship, Southern New York Region SCCA

1970 Racing Results:

May 1970 – 5th Annual Invitational Autocross, Central New York PCA, Greene, NY
1970 – Gymkhana Championship, INEC Area II, Sports Car Club of America, 1st place, Greene, NY
1970 – N.E. Div. Inv. Autocross, SYNR SCCA, 3rd Place
SYNR SCCA “The last Autocross” 3rd in Class
1970 – 3rd Annual Learn-It Drive-It, Southern New York Region SCCA
August 1970 – Rally Championship, Southern NY Region SCCA
1970 – Solo II Championship, Southern New York Region SCCA

1971 Racing Results:

1971 – INEC Area II, SCCA Road Racing Championship, 1st Place
July 31, 1971 – 7th The Fun One, Finger Lakes Regional SCCA Race, 2nd in CP
1971 – Southern New York Region SCCA, Rookie Driver of the Year
1971 – Thompson Speedways, N.A.R.R.C., New England Region SCCA, 3rd Place
1971 – Solo II Championship, Southern New York Region SCCA
November 19-21, 1971 – Tri-Cities First Annual Autorama
Southern New York Region SCCA “Breath of Life” CF Foundation Charity Autocross, Binghamton, NY
SCCA Regional Race, Watkins Glen, Saturday, 2nd Place, Novice Regional, half hour race
SCCA Regional Race, Watkins Glen, Sunday, 2nd Place, B Production, one hour race
SCCA Sprints, Watkins Glen, 3rd Place, C Production
C Production Champion, Northeast SCCA
SCCA 100 Miles at Watkins Glen, 1st Place and Overall Championship, C, D, E and F Production
September 27, 1971 – SCCA Regional Road Race, Lime Rock Park, CT, 1st Place, C Production
1971 – New York State Sportscar Drivers Championship, Inter-Region SCCA Series, 1st Place
Watkins Glen Region SCCA National Sprints, Watkins Glen, C Production

1972 Racing Results:

May 26, 1972 – Lime Rock Park
June 11, 1972 – SCCA National Race. Thompson International Speedway, Thompson, CT, 3rd in CP
1972 – 8th The Fun One, Finger Lakes Regional SCCA Invitational Race, 1st in CP Class
July 3, 1972 – Lime Rock
August 12, 1972 – Watkins Glen Nationals, Glen Trophy race for AP, BP, CP, AS, 11th Overall, 4th in CP
September 10, 1972 – IMSA 500 Km of Watkins Glen, Camel GT Challenge, 11th GTU, 22nd overall
October 23, 1972 – SCCA Finger Lakes Invitational Regional Road Race at Watkins Glen, 1st Place, CPP
1972 – INEC Area II, SCCA Road Racing Championship, 2nd Place

1973 Racing Results:

June 10, 1973 – IMSA 500 Miles of Pocono, Camel GT Challenge, Niederer/Larkin, 7th GTU, 22nd overall
June 30 – July 1, 1973, Solo I, Glen Challenge III, Glen Region SCCA
July 21, 1973 – 6 Hours and the Can Am at the Glen, FIA World Sports Car Championship, 36th overall
October 21, 1973 – 9th The Fun One, Finger Lakes Regional Invitational SCCA Race, 5th Overall, 1st in CPP

1974 Racing Results:

1974 – 7th Annual Learn-It Drive-It, Don Owen Solo II Championship, Southern New York Region SCCA
September 2, 1974, IMSA 100 Miles of Lime Rock, Camel GT Challenge, Race 1, 9th in GTU, 25th overall
September 2, 1974 – IMSA 100 Miles Lime Rock, Camel GT Challenge, 11th GTU, 30th overall
October 19, 1974 – 10th The Fun One, Finger Lakes Regional Invitational SCCA Race, 8th in CP