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1981 Porsche 930 Turbo Manual

NSW • Private
61
Odometer182,000km
Body typeCoupe
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual

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Cheat Sheet: 1981 Porsche 930 Turbo RHD Guards Red Black leather interior 3.3lt, 4 speed transmission South African allocation (dry climate car) ~182k km Matching numbers Fully documented Four owners Sunroof, A/C, modern connectivity Immaculate I personally imported this stunning vehicle to Australia from South Africa, a little over four years ago. Since then, it has been my pride and joy. I have pampered her and maintained her with a blank cheque approach. She has rewarded me with many miles of reliable, exhilarating adventure. Sadly, it’s time to pass her on to her next lucky custodian. If you’re here with serious intent, you don’t need to have the history, the mythology, and the notoriety of the Porsche 930 Turbo rammed down your throat yet again. Yes, it’s legendary, and rightly so. I’ve owned a bunch of Stuttgart masterpieces and nothing has come close for aura, drama and the passion the 930 evokes. This example was born wearing that 70s brown that some people love, but most people hate. A previous owner made the very wise decision to lovingly take her back to bare metal and give her a spectacular rotisserie paint job in Guards Red (L027/LM3A) – the most “iconic” 930 colour of them all. And she wears it with pride. As a result, the paint is fresh, lustrous and near immaculate. The car has a few tasteful performance mods (that are reversible). The turbo has been upgraded to a slightly larger PRECISION unit, with intercooler to accommodate. It’s running the standard, modest boost. This ensures the storied lag remains while the kick in the butt is slightly amplified. Elephant Racing fully adjustable anti-sway bars are fitted fore and aft. This is without doubt one of the most rewarding mods that can be made to a 930. (Original sway bars provided.) The interior envelopes you with sumptuous “supple” black leather, all round. You’re greeted with its indulgent leathery scent every time you get behind the wheel. Lovely period footwell mats carry a hint of red into the cabin. The engine is fitted with an aftermarket exhaust system. Its growl is somewhat intimidating on startup. It mellows and the sounds of the engine’s internal machinery becomes most salient. Once rolling, and the RPMs begin approaching 3k, the whistle of the turbo beginning to spool is intoxicating. At 4k RPM, the boost kicks in and it is pure theatre. Life is good. Out on the twisties you feel the results that have been achieved by fitting the Elephant Racing system. She turns in sharp. Zero float in the rear. Confidence inspiring. Confidence enhanced by the wearing of fresh Pirellis, as specced by Porsche, on factory Fuchs. You can now feel how wondrous the four speed transmission truely is. Tall gears that allow you to feel the turbo come alive and stay on boost for bursts without requiring quick changes. The gobs of torque make every gear feel natural. The box shifts precisely and satisfyingly. The car is fully documented. You’ll find the original user manual, dealer delivery info, service stamps from new, and an impressive folder of maintenance records. This completely sorted example will reward her next owner with incredible reliability, stunning physical interior and exterior condition, and a few tweaks to ensure she delivers driving thrills. To many, the 930 is the pinnacle. A dream car. However, please don’t call if you’re just having a day dream. Please SMS in the first instance - do not call. Wow, we made it the end without saying “widow maker."

Car details

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Vehicle description
Turbo Coupe 2dr Man 4sp 3.3T
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Red
Interior colour
Black
Body type
Coupe, 2 doors, 4 seats
Transmission
4 speed Manual
Engine
6 cylinders, Petrol Turbo, 3.3L
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
Check with seller
Registration expiry
10 months/March 2027
Build date
June 1981
Compliance date
Check with seller
Roadworthy certificate
Provided at pick-up by seller
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-20325565
NONE
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
85L
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic
Number of Airbags
0
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Rear
Engine Size (cc)
3299cc
Engine Size (L)
3.3L
Induction
Turbo
Engine Configuration
Horizontal
Cylinders
6
Camshaft
Overhead Cam
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Compression ratio
7
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
221.0kW @ 5500rpm
Torque
430Nm @ 4000rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
165.5kW/t
Gears
4
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Rim Material
Alloy
Front Rim Description
16x7.0
Rear Rim Description
16x9.0
Length
4291mm
Width
1775mm
Height
1310mm
Wheelbase
2272mm
Track Front
1432mm
Track Rear
1492mm
Kerb Weight
1335kg
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
1980
Launch Month
11
Generation Name
Gen 1
Series
(No Series)
Badge
Turbo
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
4
Body Style
Coupe
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
Victoria
Banned
Queensland
Banned
South Australia
Banned
New South Wales
Banned
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Robin is the seller
Location
The Rocks, NSW 2000
Member since
2013
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