1981 Porsche 924 Carrera GT

Porsche wanted to enter the Group 4 Sports Car Class for Le Mans in 1980 and base the car on their successful 924 mainstream model. The left hand drive versions were labelled 937 while the right hand drive was 938. All non-essential elements were removed from the car in an effort to reduce weight. The vehicle was subsequently entered into the gruelling 24 Hours of Le Mans but in order to comply with homologation regulations road going versions had to be produced. Porsche answered this rule with the Carrera GT which produced 210 bhp. Standard specification included a close ratio dog leg 5 speed G/box, LSD, Bilstein shock absorbers, polyurethane plastic front and rear flared guards, a polyurethane plastic front spoiler, and a bonnet mounted air scoop for the intercooler. With a 2 litre turbo charged engine producing 210 bhp, it will reach a top speed of 150 mph and has a 0 - 60 time of 6.5 seconds.

This right-hand drive Porsche 924 Carrera GT was first registered in 1981 and is 1 of the 75 cars ever made for the UK market. Finished in the menacing colour combination of black with black cloth interior (1 of only 20 examples in this colour), this car has recently undergone an extensive recommissioning programme. The turbo charger was rebuilt less than 200 miles ago and the oil and filters have recently been changed. The engine is described by the vendor as 'running very well'. The bodywork has just been repainted and finished to a very good standard and the interior is clean, looks great, with no rips or tears and even features factory air conditioning.

The history file boasts a full folder of bills and receipts over the years and a detailed record of previous owners. There are lots of previous MoT certificates that verify the mileage of 87,000 miles and show that the car has always been used on the road. Featuring a desirable non-sunroof body, this Carrera GT represents a superb opportunity to invest in a homologated Porsche road car that is ready to be used and enjoyed.