1979 Porsche 930 Turbo 3.3 Coupe

3,299cc SOHC Turbocharged 6-Cylinder Engine
Bosch Fuel Injection
265bhp at 5,550rpm
4-Speed Manual Transaxle
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes

*One owner from new
*Ultra-rare Fuhrmann Seat Package
*Recent refresh by Porsche
*Highly optioned, custom order specification

THE PORSCHE 930

"It offers the finest blend of ultimate performance and refinement I have ever come across." – Paul Frère on the Porsche 911 Turbo.

Much of the Porsche 911's development had resulted from the factory's racing program. It was the then FIA Group 4 homologation rules which required 400 road cars to be built and spurred the development of "Project 930": the legendary 911/930 Turbo. In production from April 1975, the Turbo married a KKK turbocharger to the 3.0-liter Carrera RSR engine, in road trim a combination that delivered 260bhp for a top speed of 155mph. But the Turbo wasn't just about top speed, it was also the best-equipped 911 and amazingly flexible (hence only four speeds in the gearbox), capable of racing from a standstill to 100mph in 14 seconds.

What set the 930 Turbo apart from its peers was the relaxed way this stupefying performance was delivered. Comparing the Turbo to similarly quick "he-man" cars (e.g. the Holman & Moody-tuned Cobra 427 and the Ford GT40), Motor's Roger Bell reckoned what made the Porsche so different was that:

[It]hurls you forward with similar velocity but in an uncannily quiet and effortless way. To be shoved so hard in the back that you need high-back seats to keep your head on, yet neither to feel nor hear anything more than a muffled hum, is a very odd sensation indeed in a car.

Although the Turbo's characteristic flared wheel arches and "tea tray" rear spoiler had already been seen on the Carrera model, the interior was the most luxurious yet seen in a 911, featuring leather upholstery, air conditioning, and electric windows. In 1978, the Turbo's engine was enlarged to 3.3-liters, gaining an intercooler in the process. Furthermore, power increased to 300bhp and the top speed of what was then the fastest-accelerating road car of its day went up to 160mph. Due to strong emission regulation in the US, the Turbo was not imported to the U.S. market between 1979 and 1984, but returned in 1985 when equipped with upgraded Motronic engine management systems. Targa and Cabriolet versions were also introduced. More refined than hitherto, yet retaining its high-performance edge, the Porsche 930 Turbo sold in the thousands, arguably becoming the definitive sports car of its age.

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

This phenomenal 1979 Porsche 930 Turbo has been retained by its original owner and has been a beloved member of his collection for the last 42 years. The Turbo was purchased new on July 31st, 1979 from the legendary Brumos Porsche Audi of Jacksonville, Florida, which was owned by the motorsport racing legend and Hall of fame driver, Peter Gregg. The car is wonderfully specified in black over tan with a host of options including an electric sunroof, a realignment which lowered the car to the European height, and the incredibly rare Fuhrmann Interior package which featured special leather seats containing four large cushions down the center. Porsche did not advertise an option code for the package. It had to be specially requested by the dealer; as a result, it is believed to be one of the rarest options fitted in a 930. The handful of cars to feature the Fuhrmann seats include Dr. Porsche's personal 1975 930 Turbo, the 1976 London motor Show 930 Turbo, and Peter Gregg's personal 1976 930 Turbo.

The Turbo has been impeccably maintained from day one, having always been kept in a climate controlled garage and receiving regular maintenance with oil changes every 2,000 miles or less. In 2018 the Turbo was sent to the experts at Porsche Southpoint, a premier Porsche dealer in Durham North Carolina, where the car was treated to a thorough refresh consisting of a complete respray in its original color, a new headliner, and new leather on the dash. The car is accompanied by the original Bill of Sale, service receipts, original manuals, tools, and jack. This superb, single owner Porsche icon presents an amazing opportunity for a collector to acquire a best of breed example with exceedingly rare options. If you have ever lusted after a 3.3-liter Turbo, now is the time to strike.