1977 Porsche 911 Type 930 Turbo Coupé

• Delivered new to the USA
• Left-hand drive
• Original colour scheme
• Factory sunroof
• Retrimmed interior
• Recent professional gearbox overhaul

"The new engine turned out to have enormous marketing power. It became a real status symbol to have that little word 'turbo' on your rear deck, and this fashion spread right across the motor industry." - Peter Morgan, Original Porsche 911.

Much of the Porsche 911's development had resulted from the factory's racing programme, and it was the then Group 4 homologation rules, which required 400 road cars to be built, which spurred the development of 'Project 930': the legendary 911 Turbo. In production from March 1975, the Type 930 Turbo married a KKK turbocharger to the 3.0-litre RSR engine, in road trim a combination that delivered 260bhp for a top speed of 250km/h (155mph). Refined over the years while retaining its high performance edge, the 930 Turbo sold in the thousands, becoming the definitive sports car of its age.

Offered here is a first generation 3.0-litre (non-intercooled) model supplied new to the USA. Imported in 2020, it remained unregistered until 1st January 2022. With the car is a Certificate of Authenticity confirming matching engine and transmission numbers.
The 911 is finished in the original colour scheme of Sand Beige with brown leather interior; its body appearing notably clean with no accidents or corrosion noted. The paintwork presents very well, with original and very period-style 'Turbo' decals on the wings, while the interior is neat having benefited from retrimming of the leather seats, headliner and dashboard.

The car rolls on the correct Fuchs wheels and has the correct flatter 'whale tail' rear spoiler; fog lamps beneath the bumper; and periscope headlamp washers, all of which differentiates it from the later 3.3-litre intercooled models. This Type 930 benefits from a recent transmission overhaul carried out by a Porsche specialist and comes with the relevant invoice for £4,738 listing repairs to the 2nd gear synchromesh along with other more minor items.

The engine's appearance indicates the likelihood of a rebuild in recent times, although there are no paper records to confirm. However, leak-down and compression tests carried out in recent months show excellent results supporting the conclusion that the engine has been rebuilt. Our vendor says that the engine sounds beautiful and that the 930 is very exciting to drive. The car comes complete with jack, spare wheel, and a V5C registration document. Combining the unmistakable looks of a classic Porsche, the powerful Turbo engine, and the collectability that goes hand in hand with its low production figures and iconic status, this is a 'Youngtimer' that will not disappoint.