Now available for auction is this 1979 Porsche 930 Turbo Coupe finished in Silver Metallic. Specified with equipment for the U.S. market, this 1979 example also came factory optioned with a limited-slip differential and a striking Light Red leather interior. It was acquired by the seller in February of 2019 and has since undergone a major service including new ignition components, seals, fluids, filters, belts, and more. As previously listed on PCARMARKET, this stunning '79 Turbo is being offered for auction by its seller out of California with just over 41k miles showing on the odometer.
This 930 is finished in Silver Metallic and sports wide fenders protected by black stone guards in the rear. Additional equipment includes a rubber front air dam, Tea Tray rear spoiler, headlight washers, rear window wiper, and front fog lights. The seller notes that the lower front valence has been previously refinished, additional images are provided in the gallery along with paint meter readings. The factory 16" Fuchs wheels come dressed in a set of Dunlop Direzza tires.
Inside, you will find a vibrant Light Red leather interior with a matching dashboard and carpeting. The factory Blaupunkt radio remains in place and optional features include an electric exterior mirror (right) as well as an electrically operated sunroof. The driver seat exhibits light signs of wear and the upholstery on the sun visors has begun to sag.
This 930 is equipped with a turbocharged and intercooled 3.3L flat-six engine paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox and factory optioned limited-slip differential, sending as much as 265 HP and 291 lb.-ft of torque to the rear wheels. Compared with the standard 911 of the time, the Turbo features firmer shock absorbers, larger rear torsion bars, and upgraded brakes derived from the 917 race car. Earlier in 2021, a major service was carried out in preparation for sale including new valve cover gaskets, fluids, filters, spark plugs, belts, a distributor cap and rotor, fuel cap seal, axle boots, oil return tubes, transmission shaft seal, and adjustment of the clutch cable. A corresponding invoice is provided in the gallery. The seller notes that the exhaust system does not comply with California state emissions requirements.
This sale will include a clean title, toolkit, and a Porsche Production Specifications certificate. With low miles and a timeless color combination, this 1979 930 makes a perfect choice for any discerning driver in search of an air-cooled 911 Turbo.
Comments (31)
Well bought ( absolutely stolen !! )
Congratulations to all
Congrats @samimi
Sold for $116,000
Bid in the amount of $116,000
@sportscarguy3 I agree!!
A "STEAL " at this price !!!
Congrats to the new owner!!! This car is selling!!
Bid in the amount of $115,000
@RRM26 thanks for the reply. Seems odd a reputable shop would make a comment without being certain. I agree the paint meter readings seem within normal parameters. Good luck with the auction.
@Joejoe69 Yes A/C blows cold. Spent a lot of money to make sure of that.
Does the A/C blow cold air ?
@thewhitejet The car Paint meters out perfectly so not sure what they are talking about. The paint is in very good condition. Please see the paint meter readings in the pictures.
Maybe I missed it, but I do not see any mention of the entire car being repainted in the description - the PPI mentions “car has been repainted - job is ok” - Please provide more detail.
Bid in the amount of $110,000
Good luck to the bidders on this final day!
@amandler CarFax does not report on pre 1980 cars sorry.
Bid in the amount of $103,000
Bid in the amount of $100,000
Bid in the amount of $90,000
Is there a carfax report
Bid in the amount of $80,000
Bid in the amount of $75,000
Bid in the amount of $59,000
@RRM26 ok got it, thanks
@Carrerafan Wanted too much money for the car but I am ready to sell now. I liked the car too much to let it go. Nothing is wrong with the car it is very clean. I regret not taking the reserve off the last auction.
Hi, this is an interesting car but a google search shows it didn’t sell at RM Sothebys or Bonhams auctions or (as you note) the last Pcar auction. What’s the story with it? Some disclosure may help actually moving this car…thanks
Bid in the amount of $51,000
@davisjrjr It did not sell last time, we still own the car.
Nice 930! When was it ast listed on PCAR and what was results? So it appears it had a major service since - anything else relevant? Just wondering why the relatively quick turnaround
Very cool Spec!
Bid in the amount of $50,000