1987 Porsche 930 Turbo, Red with Black Leather

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1987 Porsche 930 Turbo

VIN: WPOJB0932HS050359 Exterior Color: Carmine Red Interior Color: Black Leather Mileage: 62339 Miles Engine: 3.3 Litre Turbocharged Flat 6-Cylinder no. *68H00370* Transmission: 4-Speed Manual

1987 Porsche 930 Turbo
VIN WP0JB0932HS050359, ngine no. 68H00370
Carmine Red with Black Leather Interior

Although the Porsche Turbo is now a natural fixture in the consciousness of car buffs because it is such an iconic car, t was genuinely earth-shattering when it emerged in the mid 1970s. After massive success pioneering the use of turbochargers during the first half of the 1970s in the 917 Can Am and 911-based sports cars, orsche had the knowhow to bring a reliable and capable turbocharged road car to market. The 930 was hugely impressive when new, nd contemporary road testers gushed about its effortless ability to gain speed with deceptive composure, n attribute that seemed positively alien in a period when few drivers had experienced turbocharged cars. And indeed the car's massive performance by contemporary standards made it a genuine contender for supercar status, lacing Porsche in a different category than it had previously occupied in the eyes of performance car junkies for the first time.

In many ways, he production 930 was diametrically opposed to Porsche’s previous high performance 911, he Carrera RS. Where the RS of just a few years earlier was a raw and elemental homologated race car adapted for the road, he 930 was a proper flagship: a luxurious and refined car meant to effortlessly cover great distance at high speed. However, uring this period, ompetition prepared Porsche Turbos were cleaning up on the race track, nd the 930's lurid fender flares and rear spoiler gave the car a distinctive, urposeful, nd aggressive presence that would be immortalized, mong other places, n the walls of many schoolboys. Although relatively affordable and overlooked by collectors for many years, arly 930s are rapidly emerging as collectible cars thanks to their iconic styling, nnovative technology, nd direct connection to some of Porsche's most successful race cars, hich by extension, eans some of the most successful race cars of all time.

Initially available in a non-intercooled 3.0 liter variant that is now highly collectible, lbeit curious to drive, 3.3 liter intercooled variant superseded the 3.0 for the 1978 model year. By 1980, S laws had evolved enough to prevent the further sale of the 930 by Porsche North America, nd it was not until 1986 when the incorporation of oxygen sensor, lectronic assistance for the mechanical fuel injection system, nd three-way catalytic converter permitted its return to the US, nd with 29 more horsepower than when it left after the 1979 model year. The wheels were larger too, 6 inches in diameter, nd 9 inches wide in the back, nd the various updates performed over the years to the SC and the Carrera 3.2 were also in places, uch as the revised interior and integrated fog lamps.

This particular car is a fundamentally original and unmodified example in a rare color. It has just had a complete engine rebuilt at a cost of over $25,000 and is complete with books, ools, ack, nd compressor. It was sold new on the 26th of December 1986 by the Porsche dealer in Cincinnati, hio, lthough it was originally registered in Iowa. It was serviced in December of 1987 with 1745 miles on it at the Porsche dealer in Sioux City, owa, nd again in August of 1988 with 3120 miles at the Porsche dealer in Omaha, ebraska. Its next annual service was exactly a year later with 3797 miles at the Porsche dealer in Overland Park, ansas. Mileage was gradually accumulated and the car serviced regularly at the Porsche dealer in Omaha into the early 1990s. The car was then sold to an owner in Minnesota in 1994, nd made its way to the San Francisco area by 1997, here it would remain for the next 15 years until 2012. It passed through the hands of two dealers before being sold to a collector in Texas.

In 2014, he car saw major servicing including a completely rebuilt engine. Additionally, uch other work was performed, ncluding balancing the wheels, ew alternator, ew axles, ew brake fluid, ew oil lines, ew sound deadening pad, ebuilt warm up regulator, ew ignition wires, eals, gnition components, ardware and many other parts required when rebuilding an engine. Additionally, ajor components were also replaced as required, ncluding pistons and cylinders, earings, hain guide rails, iming chain, nd all parts associated with the valve job, ncluding machine work, alve springs, uides, ocker arms and shafts, nd new valves as required. The total for this work was $30,423.73 and it was performed by Moorespeed in Austin, exas. It was completed in September of 2014.

Cosmetically, he car makes a strong impression. The paintwork is glossy and is of high quality, nd the body is straight with excellent panel fit. The car has been partially repainted and shows some wear to the front of the car from road use, nd a handful of small blemishes but the overall presentation is crisp. There are two small dents in the right front fender and some chips that have been touched up. The trim is excellent throughout other than some aging to the rubber fender-cowl seals. The wheels are in excellent condition save for minor curb rash on the rear wheels. There are no modifications.

The interior is in excellent condition and is unmodified aside from a Momo shift knob and an aftermarket stereo. The leather is excellent throughout, s are the carpets, nd the interior appears to be entirely original. The dashboard is excellent with no cracks or warping, nd the switches, ontrols, nd instruments are in excellent original condition. The headliner is also excellent and the car has Lloyds rubber-backed over mats, hich were a dealer accessory when these cars were new. The driver’s side door seal is expiring, common wear item that can easily be replaced.

The engine compartment is extremely clean and quite fresh. The attention to detail that went into the rebuild is impressive and it is clear that the cosmetic presentation of the engine was a priority in addition to the mechanical aspects. Many components have new cadmium plating, s well as many other refinished components, nd even the correct yellow markings on the bolts as was used at the factory. The trunk is in excellent condition, ith correct carpet (although the left fender section is missing). The correct spare is in place, s are the jack and tool roll with tools.

The car runs and drives extremely well. The motor is fresh and crisp in its feel, ulling with the famous 930 ferocity once the engine speed passes 3500rpm. The gearbox shifts well, ith slop free operation and a positive and confidence inspiring feel to the clutch. The entire driveline feels particularly crisp and eager compared to other stock 930s. The chassis has the liveliness of a vintage 911 coupled with impressive grip of the wide tires and track of a newer car, roviding the best of both worlds. The brakes are derived from the 917 race car that provided Porsche’s first Le Mans victory and are impressively capable.

This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a very nice driver level 930 with a fresh motor in an interesting color. The car is also fundamentally unmodified, hich is increasingly difficult to find as many of these cars were altered in various ways over the years. The car is also very complete, ith books (including stamped maintenance book and pouch), ools, ack, nd air compressor.

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