LOT 164
1992 Porsche 911 'Type 964' Turbo 3.3 Coupe VIN. WPOAA2966NS480089
Sold for US$257,600 inc. premium
Lot 164
Enthusiast maintained 964 Turbo with fewer than 18,000 miles from new
1992 Porsche 911 'Type 964' Turbo 3.3 Coupe
1992 Porsche 911 'Type 964' Turbo 3.3 Coupe
1992 Porsche 911 'Type 964' Turbo 3.3 Coupe
VIN. WPOAA2966NS480089
VIN. WPOAA2966NS480089
3,299cc Air-Cooled DOHC Turbocharged, Intercooled Flat 6 Engine
Electronic Fuel Injection
320bhp at 5,750rpm
5-Speed Manual Transaxle
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes
*An outstanding example of the rapid and rare 964 Turbo
*Classic Guards Red over Beige livery
*Enthusiast owned and maintained
*Well optioned and with just 17,600 miles shown
*One of just 289 US Cars for the '92 model year
THE PORSCHE 'TYPE 964' TURBO
Representing a major step forward for the 911, the new Carrera 4 and Carrera 2 - code named '964' - were launched in mid-1989, the former marking the first time that 4-wheel drive had been seen on a series-production 911. Retaining the familiar 911 profile, the 964 was modernized with smoother, better integrated bumpers, new exterior mirrors, and subtle aerodynamic tweaks. Porsche experimented with 4-wheel drive on the 959 supercar, and many of the lessons learned from that project influenced the design of the 964's chassis and suspension. Power-assisted steering (another 911 'first'), anti-lock brakes and a five-speed manual transaxle were standard. Although the normally aspirated duo shared the same 3.6-liter, 247bhp, flat-six engine, the 2-wheel-drive Turbo kept its existing 3.3-liter unit, but considerably reworked with a new turbocharger and more, developing a heady 320bhp.
Thanks to the dramatically flared arches and 'whale tail' rear spoiler (necessary to clear the massive intercooler) the 964 Turbo shows its direct lineage to the legendary 930 Turbo. The 964's revised trailing arm and coil-over damper rear-suspension tamed the old 930's 'widow maker' reputation, while the engine improvements boosted its already blistering performance. The Turbo 3.3 and its later 3.6 stablemate were produced in very limited numbers, representing the final and ultimate refinement of the classic Porsche 911 Turbo concept before the advanced all-wheel-drive 993 Twin Turbo took its place.
THE CAR OFFERED
Classically presented in Guards Red (code 80K) over Beige leather upholstery, this 1992 '964' Turbo is an exceptionally well-preserved example of the legendary Porsche supercar. The 17,600 miles shown at the time of cataloguing is reported to be true, and the accompanying CARFAX report helps support the claim. The car has enjoyed a cherished existence in the hands of a series of passionate enthusiasts, most recently with an Arizona based collector. It is well-optioned with power windows and seats, a factory CD player, electric sunroof, 48-state emissions, and the Exclusive Options code 09991, which typically corresponds with additional leather trim. The excellent interior highlights the Turbo's traditional position as the luxury and performance leader in the lineup.
In superb condition all around, this Turbo 3.3 sits aggressively on its factory 17-inch Cup wheels, shod with Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires tucked into the wheel arches. The undercarriage is exceptionally tidy and further supports the mileage, with factory assembly marks still visible and signs of attentive maintenance such as recent Bilstein dampers.
With just 289 examples delivered to the USA in 1992, the 964 Turbo 3.3 ranks highly among late model Porsche collectors. Considering their exceptional all-round useability, well-preserved cars such as this are increasingly scarce and most certainly worthy of careful attention.
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