1989 Porsche 911 (930) Turbo

The first 911 3.0 Turbo appeared back in 1975, in what was intended to be a run of just 500 cars - little did Porsche know that nearly 40 years on they would still be making turbo-charged versions of the model! Using an RS derived 3.0-litre flat-six air-cooled engine with a KKK turbo, a then mind-blowing 260bhp and 253lb/ft torque was on tap, but only when the engine felt that it had spooled the turbo to sufficient revs to deliver. The effect was legendary, as was the turbo lag, giving the pilots of early cars near heroic status - even if they were constantly picking sprigs of hedge out of the impressive oversize rear spoiler! Internally coded 930/30, they were cars of enormous character and somewhat limited brakes, coming from the much less rapid 911S. 1984 saw the arrival of the 930/66 Turbo and the model finally reached maturity in 1989 with 16" wheels and a 5-speed gearbox based on the excellent G50 unit. This had stronger cases and special ratios to cope with the extra torque resulting in better performance with less Turbo-lag.

This, UK-supplied, 930 Turbo was delivered new to its first owner on 5th September 1989 by Riverdale Porsche of Berkshire. A Porsche Certificate of Authenticity confirms the factory options of recoil bumpers, heated seats, colour coded forged alloy wheels, electric height-adjustable sports seats, sun roof and luggage compartment trimmed in black velour carpet. Our vendor purchased the car approximately two years ago and had the car inspected by Porsche.

The Grand Prix White coachwork is described as immaculate and the original paint has been checked by Porsche and falls within factory measurements. The car has recently had a major service by Porsche Centre Leeds at 24,060 miles and the history file is a joy to behold. The services from main dealers and respected specialists are stamped in the original service book at the following intervals:

1990- 185 miles 1991- 775 miles 1993- 6305 miles 1994- 11492 miles 1995- 14253 miles 1996- 15921 miles 1997- 17257 miles 2006- 19456 miles 2007- 21035 miles 2009- 22714 miles 2011- 23625 miles 2015- 24060 miles

Prior to the auction, the car will be sent to JCT 600 for a full check over and oil service. In the history file, are a large number of earlier MoT certificates that help substantiate the mileage.

Supplied with its original books, wallet, tools, number plate and even original Porsche gloves for changing the spare wheel, this 5-speed G50 930 Turbo is a true best-of-breed example and we urge prospective bidders to contact the office for further information or to arrange a pre-sale inspection.