Designer: Butzi Porsche
Estimate: $150,000 - $200,000
Chassis Number: 9309800816
Engine: Turbocharged 3.3 liter Flat 6-Cylinder
Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection / 300 bhp
4-Speed Transmission
Power-Assisted Four-Wheel Ventilated Disk Brakes
Iconic Turbo Power
Unique and Desirable Color Combination
Optional Sunroof
The Model: Homologation is a funny word, that has given us some of the best road going cars out there. In 1976 the desire to stand on the top of the podium, and the pesky FIA rulebook, finally forced Porsche to build what Americans always wanted: A Porsche that could hold its own down the straights. We wanted POWER. The product of tinkering in the Porsche R&D shop, that began in the 1960s, the 930 had it all with the addition of a turbo to the base 911. It was nimble and had the zip of a turbocharged 3-liter engine. The combination that put out 280-horsepower, has become a bit of an urban legend with tales of unbridled tail-whipping power when the turbo “kicked in.” Perhaps exaggerated, the stories of power and handling were enough to sell the upgraded sports cars until 1989. With power peaking at a still respectable 330-horsepower, the path to Porsche's modern machines was clear. Thirty-some-odd years later, the Porsche 911 is an all-turbo line, ceasing production of anything that breathes on its own in 2017.
The Car: Shaded with the factory Light Green Metallic hue, this performance standout is an aesthetic pleasure, as well. With just 50-thousand miles under its belt, this time capsule has benefited recently from a respray that brought it back to its full, stunning, glory. Inside the factory appointments remain clean and complete, reflecting the careful use this car was treated to. Well-equipped with those features standard on American-market cars, this example also has the optional electric sunroof. Underneath the iconic whale-tail spoiler, lies the engine that cemented these little German sports car’s place in history. The boosted 3.3 liter in this example is ready for the road or track, as it was recently treated to an extensive service, with all service records available. While this numbers-matching 930, in what many believe to be the most eye-catching and desirable color, is a must-have for any collection, it also begs to be driven. Take it home and you can do both!
