Description
The Porsche 930 Flatnose represents one of the most distinctive and exclusive interpretations of the iconic 911 Turbo, blending raw performance with unmistakable design, rooted in the history of motorsport.
This example presents in an exceptionally sought-after configuration, with a customised Nougat Brown shade and an interior in mahogany brown leather, perfectly embodying the bold yet elegant aesthetics of the era.
Showing 53, 200 miles on the clock, the car is propelled by the legendary 3. 3‑litre turbocharged flat‑six, delivering 296 horsepower (221 kW) and paired with a 4‑speed manual gearbox. True to the spirit of the 930, the driving experience is both engaging and demanding, with the turbocharger’s characteristic push that forged the model’s reputation.
A particularly important aspect of this exemplar lies in the matching serial numbers (engine and transmission), combined with the rare distinction of having retained its original paintwork – a combination rarely seen on current Flatnose models.
The Flatnose design draws directly from the late 1970s Porsche 935 race cars that dominated the era. Facing strong demand from discerning customers, Porsche introduced option 505, translating this radical racing-inspired road aesthetic into an extremely limited number.
At the time, this transformation was far from a mere option: the Flatnose conversion was carried out under the Porsche Sonderwunsch programme, involving a number of manual modifications. Reflecting this exclusivity, option 505 was offered at a price of $23, 244 (approximately €23, 244), placing the car among the most expensive and most customised Porsches available to private clients in the early 1980s.
This vehicle also features an exhaustive list of highly sought-after factory options, including:
139 – Heated driver’s seat
158 – Blaupunkt radio
197 – Reinforced battery
220 – Limited‑slip differential
340 – Heated passenger seat
437 – Comfort seats
490 – High‑fidelity sound system
533 – Alarm system
650 – Electric sunroof
07154 – Body‑colour wheel trims with Porsche crest
A particularly noteworthy accompanying element is the presence of rare factory documents specific to the Flatnose version (option 505), including:
– The original repair manual dedicated to the Flatnose configuration
– The corresponding data sheet for the Flatnose
These documents are rarely kept with the vehicle and shed valuable light on the design and specifications of Flatnose models produced to special order.
All in all, this Porsche 930 Flatnose represents a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally original example, with matching numbers, in a particularly refined and uncommon configuration – a genuine collectible piece from one of the most extravagant chapters in Porsche’s history.
