Description
UTAC | Millbrook, Bedford
Viewing: Tues 24th June from 12pm
Auction: Wed 25th June from 9am
Location: Millbrook Proving Ground, Station Lane, Bedford MK45 2JQ
1992 Porsche 944 S2 SE
One of only 14 'SE' specification examples built to order by Porsche UK
Estimate
£28, 000 - £34, 000
Registration No: K240 LNS
Chassis No: WP0ZZZ94ZMN400549
MOT: April 2026
One of just 14 examples built to 'SE' specification as directed by Porsche UK
The subject of a painstaking restoration in 2017 by marque specialists Rennsport
Offered with a thick history file documenting both the individual car and the history of the SE model
Porsche introduced the 944 in 1982 to replace the Porsche 924 as their entry-level model, although the 924 continued until 1988 as an even lower-priced alternative. Many Porsche enthusiasts considered the 944 to be the first real front-engined Porsche, because it didn’t have the Audi sourced 2. 0 litre engine from the 924. Instead, the 944 started life with a 2. 5 litre straight-4 engine which was based on one-half of the Porsche 928's V8 engine. Based on the earlier 924 body, some noticeable changes included flared wings, flared quarter panel and a larger rear spoiler.
After a favourable reception was given to the incoming prototype 'Sport Equipment' version of the Type 944 S2, Steve Kevlin, a Porsche UK employee and championship driver was interested in developing an SE 944 available to the public. It was not surprising that a short time later an internal Porsche memorandum dated 7th February 1992 (production of the 944 ended in 1991) was released which stated: 'After being driven by a number of the management team, verbal approval was given for the purchase of the parts to construct 15 vehicles.' - although it is believed only 14 were ever completed.
The SE's improved specification included Koni adjustable dampers, limited slip differential along with cooler, shorter and stiffer front suspension springs, additional coil springs at the rear, an adjustable rear stabiliser bar and a stiffer front stabiliser bar. Engine power output increased to 225bhp (with improved torque from 4, 250rpm) with help from a re-mapped ECU. A plethora of cosmetic upgrades were also made, with the fitment of a Club sport steering wheel, a colour-coded bridge spoiler, SE rear badges and SE side stripes.
Due to their rarity, the S2 SE was widely believed to be somewhat of a myth within Porsche circles. However, Porsche Club GB still retains records of the cars, which today show that two of the cars were written off in accidents and only six, including the one offered here, are known to survive.
More information to follow.
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