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1988 Porsche 944 Turbo S 'Silver Rose'

Lot Number: 546

1988 Porsche 944 Turbo S 'Silver Rose'

Only 77 RHD,1988, 250bhp, 'Silver Rose' Turbo S 944s were allocated to the UK.

  • Sold for: £32,400

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 18th June, 2022 at 11.00am BST at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    E650 HCD

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    58915 Miles

SUMMARY

Only 77 RHD,1988, 250bhp, 'Silver Rose' Turbo S 944s were allocated to the UK.

DESCRIPTION

  • Known as ‘Silver Rose’, this model had 250bhp, the ‘M030’ option of Koni adjustable suspension, 928-Brembo front brakes and 16-inch Fuchs magnesium forged flat-dished alloy wheels
  • Silver Rose (LM3Z) metallic paint, ‘Studio’ plaid cloth interior and ‘Turbo’ script on the wing
  • Three owners, 58,915 miles from new, never restored and in superb condition
  • MOT valid until 04/05/2023 (no advisories). Four correct Continental Conti Sport tyres in 2019
  • Original purchase order/ invoice, comprehensive documented history

Viewing is highly recommended and vehicles will be available for viewing at the venue on Thursday 16th and Friday 17th June between 10am and 5pm, and then from 9am on Saturday 18th ahead of the auction which begins at 10.30am.

 

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
546
Make
PORSCHE
Model
944 TURBO S
Registration Number
E650 HCD
MOT Expiry
04/05/2023
Chassis Number
WP0ZZZ95ZJN101078
Engine Number
47J00877
Transmission
Manual

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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SCORE:

128 / 135

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The exterior is in remarkable condition for a car built in 1988 and the wheels retain the factory anodised finish. The original supplying dealer’s rear window decal and tax disc holder are still displayed on the car.

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The interior is in excellent condition with no cracks in the dashboard or flaws in the upholstery - note that the front & rear seats have been reupholstered with the correct Burgundy Studio Check cloth and the luggage cover in a plain Burgundy material as the original fabrics were faded and brittle due to age. All the dashboard instruments, electric front windows and tailgate release operate correctly - including the clock - whilst the radio/cassette player is accompanied by some music cassettes! The original collapsible spare wheel and tyre are unused, as is the inflation compressor, jack and tool kit.

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The engine bay is in great original condition and the engine itself was fully serviced in 2019. The detailed invoice forms part of the history folder and it includes the replacement of the cam & ancillary belts together with their tensioners etc. This work was all carried out by Porsche Specialist William Hewitt.

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The transaxle transmission is all in excellent working condition and the gearchange is super smooth.

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The car has an MOT valid until 5th May 2023 with no advisories. Four new & correct Continental Conti Sport tyres were fitted in 2019, the brakes and power steering are in great working order.

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All the electrical components operate as they should - including the electric front windows, rear hatch release, central locking radio/cassette/CD changer and the dashboard clock too.

Vehicle History

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Accompanying the car are the following: * Original document wallet with drivers manual, service book, dealer service directory and Kenwood radio manual. * Ring folder with the original purchase invoice, DVLA documents, receipts for work done and MOTs dating back to 1991. * Original sales brochure. * 'The Porsche Club GB magazine 'Trading Post' June 1998 with the advert for the car that the previous owner responded to. * Magazines with articles related to the model including 'Fast Lane' May 1988, 'Car' March 1988 and 'Classic Car Weekly' August 2018, also a 'Dream Car' card featuring the model. * The CCA catalogue 15th September 2018. * An original 'AA' members handbook and emergency key still in its holder. * Haynes Automotive Repair Manual for the 944. * A page from the PCGB magazine with a photo showing "Rosie" displayed on the stand at the Silverstone Classic in 2021, also Vehicle Fact Sheets from the 'Classic' of 2019 & 2021. * Four music cassettes. * Keys for the alarm/and immobiliser. * The original number plate brackets. * Last but not least, a pair of disposable gloves in the original German packet!. Vehicle history: With just three owners from new, 58912 recorded miles at the recent MOT all accompanied by the original purchase order and invoice, all MOTs from 1991 to date and a folder of comprehensive documented history, this car is a rare beast in more ways than one.


About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Vehicles can be collected from The Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN, on Sunday 19th June between 10am and 3pm and Monday 20th June between 9am and 1pm.

Our transport partners, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.

Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of The WEC by 1pm on Monday 20th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.

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