NO RESERVE: 1989 PORSCHE 911 (930) TURBO - G50 GEARBOX

KEY FACTS

• Fully restored in 2016, this iconic performance car remains in superb condition with less than 50 miles covered since.
• Its engine is an air-cooled 3.3-litre turbocharged flat-six producing 296bhp and 278lb-ft of torque, driving the rear wheels via a five-speed G50 manual transmission.
• It received a basic service in November 2020 at 76,635 miles by JCT600 Leeds, but is also still fresh from its comprehensive body and mechanical refurbishment.

EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS

• Finished in the popular hue of Guards Red over a black leather interior, this 930 Turbo was also specified with the heated sport seats, a limited-slip differential, velour luggage compartment carpeting, and a sunroof.
• The car comes with the original handbook and service book, a spare key, tool kit, air compressor, jack, and a car cover.

Factory specification:

• 058: Recoil bumpers
• 139: Heated passenger seat
• 220: Limited-slip differential
• 330: Blaupunkt Toronto radio
• 335: Rear seat belts
• 340: Heated driver’s seat
• 383: Passenger sport seat, electric adj.
• 387: Driver sport seat, electric adj.
• 494: Amplifier system
• 567: Top-tinted windscreen
• 650: Sunroof
• 975: Black velour carpet in luggage compartment

CONDITION

• The bodywork was restored and the car given a complete repaint in 2016, so it remains in excellent condition today. All of the underbody and chassis parts were also refurbished.
• Its suspension and brakes were fully overhauled, and its alloy wheels were even sent back to Fuchs for professional restoration. All four were then shod in new Continental tyres.
• The car was last serviced in November 2020 at 76,635 miles by JCT600 Leeds.
• The interior was left undisturbed as it was still original and in very good order. Its black leather upholstery presents well, with only modest wear.
• There are no known electrical faults.
• The vendor states that the warm-up regulator is not currently performing as it should, but this will be rectified before handover to the next owner.
• The most recent MOT test was on 12 November 2020 at 76,635 miles, which resulted in a first-time pass with no advisories.

SUMMARY

This Porsche 911 Turbo is one of the definitive 1980s ‘poster cars’, especially in the vibrant Guards Red hue. It has benefited from a significant investment in its cosmetic appearance and mechanical condition through a detailed restoration, and now presents in wonderful order. Even more than 30 years on, the 930 Turbo still delivers an exciting and engaging driving experience, and this car will no doubt also appeal to discerning collectors.

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