Description
This stunning 930 Turbo Cabriolet is an important example and a truly exceptional car. It has been in my ownership for 7 years, and has been meticulously cared for and maintained over the years.
What makes this car unique is that it was the first registered and owned by Porsche UK , having been used as the promotional vehicle for the launch of the 930 Turbo cabriolet. The very first of around 50 RHD models for the UK market.
It featured heavily in the media, including on magazine covers - one of which is present and included with the car.
The car has a clean history and is in excellent and largely original condition - testament to the care it has received over the years . Though unrestored, it has received full engine and gearbox removal and a top-end rebuild.
Just 52, 743 miles from new - verifiable through a large and detailed history file.
Interior / Exterior
Presented in the original and iconic Grand Prix White. The paint is largely original, but had some minor paintwork carried out by Porsche in 1999.
The paintwork has also received a Gtechniq ceramic treatment by a local specialist with a 5 year warranty, through to June 2031.
There are no chips, scratches, dents or any other blemishes on the body or paintwork over those very minor ones shown in the photographs on one door edge and on the lower sill.
Original Fuchs alloy wheels present very well. They are fitted with a set of Continental ContiSportContact tyres with lots of tread remaining.
Soft top and rear screen are also in excellent condition.
Interior is unmarked and trimmed in blue leather with white piping.
The seats, carpets and doorcards have no damage or notable imperfections - just the minimal wear expected with the mileage.
Everything on the car works correctly, including the electrics and hood.
Mechanics
The car starts, runs and drives perfectly. It has been used often, though sparingly on dry days.
No strange noises, running issue, or leaks.
The car has been serviced every year, except for a period when in storage between 2015-2019. The car covered no mileage during this time.
Gearbox is tight and changes gear well.
The engine is original to the car, though has been subject to the documented top end rebuild with receipts of over £15, 000. The factory head studs which are a common issue point were replaced with ARP high tensile ones - widely regarded as the premium aftermarket standard and far superior to the OEM units.
During my ownership, the car has been exclusively managed for all servicing and maintenance needs by a very highly regarded air-cooled Porsche specialist.
Paperwork
A large and detailed history file is provided with the car, one that is around 4 inches thick.
Any maintenance/ repairs have been detailed meticulously.
All Historic MOTs are present and validate the low mileage.
Owner's manuals and maintenance booklet are included.
Original launch magazine with this car on the cover.
Original Bill of Sale.
Imperfections
There is some minor inner rubber seal deterioration on the o/ s door.
The brass is visible under the door strikers on both sides.
Small amount of paint has chipped from the lower part of the sill skirt (n/ s), in front of the rear wheel arch.
Minor mark on the driver's door edge.
