Front Bonnet / Hood Porsche 911 1966-73 Steel  ❭  90151101024GRV

Front Bonnet For The Early Porsche 911's Long Bonnet Type, Reproduction.
Restore the distinctive appearance and correct front body profile of an early Porsche 911 with this OE Match Reproduction Front Bonnet. Designed for compatible early Porsche 911 models using the long-bonnet configuration, this reproduction panel provides a replacement solution for an original bonnet that is corroded, damaged, distorted, previously repaired or missing.

Fits:
Porsche 911 1965-73

Material: Steel

The long bonnet is one of the defining exterior features of early Porsche 911 models. It forms the upper closure of the front luggage compartment and contributes significantly to the characteristic proportions, panel lines and appearance of the vehicle.  

What This Product Does:

• Replaces the long-type bonnet on compatible early Porsche 911 models.
• Covers and protects the front luggage compartment.
• Restores the characteristic early 911 long-bonnet exterior profile.
• Provides the foundation for correct bonnet-to-wing and body panel gaps.
• Works with the appropriate hinges, latch, seals and associated hardware.
• Allows normal access to the front luggage compartment.
• Replaces a corroded, accident-damaged, distorted or missing bonnet.
• Provides a practical solution for body restoration projects.
• Helps return a modified or damaged vehicle to an early long-bonnet appearance.
• Is supplied as a reproduction replacement panel.

Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:

• Significant corrosion or rust.
• Perforation caused by advanced corrosion.
• Accident or impact damage.
• Large dents, creases or distortion.
• Poor bonnet-to-body alignment.
• Uneven panel gaps that cannot be corrected through normal adjustment.
• Damage around the hinge mounting areas.
• Damage or deformation around the latch area.
• Previous repairs that have significantly distorted the panel.
• Cracking or deterioration around repaired sections.
• A bonnet that no longer opens or closes correctly due to panel damage.
• An incorrect bonnet fitted during a previous restoration or modification.
• A missing original bonnet during a restoration project.

Why Replacement Matters:

• The front bonnet is a major exterior body panel and has a significant influence on both the appearance and functionality of an early Porsche 911.
• Severe corrosion can weaken mounting, edge or latch areas and make permanent repair increasingly difficult. Likewise, badly distorted accident damage can prevent the bonnet from aligning correctly with the surrounding wings and body panels.
• Correct fit is especially important around the latch mechanism. A bonnet that does not latch securely or has damaged mounting areas requires immediate attention, as reliable bonnet retention is essential during vehicle operation.
• For restoration projects, panel shape and alignment are also fundamental to achieving a high-quality finished result. The long bonnet creates a prominent part of the early 911's characteristic front-end styling, so incorrect contours or inconsistent panel gaps can be particularly noticeable.

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