Highlights

Under 45,000 miles from new
Exceptionally rare RHD manual-gearbox example
Lived in dry climes of South Africa until late 2023
Only five registered keepers, the last for 17 years
Beautifully presented and highly preserved car
Recent service, new clutch and cambelts
Registered as a Historic Vehicle so tax, MOT and ULEZ exempt

The Appeal

Yes, the 928 is a seriously good GT. But there’s a strong case to argue that it’s an even better sports car. Sadly, few customers got the chance to find out because 90% of cars were sold with the cruise-o-matic automatic gearbox.

Not this one. Originally supplied new in Cape Town, South Africa on 1st January 1984, it is one of the exceptionally rare and desirable 5spd manual cars, finished in stand-out Indian Red with beige leather cabin. Purists will also relish the fact that it is a pre-facelift ‘S’ - known in the UK as S2s - with the rubber front and rear lip spoilers. As a 1984 car it has the later, improved and more powerful version of the 4.7L V8 motor.

The car remained in the dry, cossetting climes of South Africa, passing through the hands of just four keepers - the last for 17 years - before arriving in the UK in November 2023. Since arriving the vendor has lavished investment upon in, including new clutch, cambelts and full service.

With less than 45,000 miles from new, that engaging manual box and great condition, this is a real find for enthusiasts of Porsche’s brilliant front-engined V8 sports car. That it is now eligible for Historic Vehicle status, making it tax, MOT and ULEZ exempt, merely adds to the appeal.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 1st January 1984
First registered in Cape Town, South Africa
Remained in South Africa through four keepers to 2023
Last South African keeper retained the car for 17 years
Imported and registered here on 1st November 2023
One UK registered keeper
Remarkable detailed handwritten history notes as shown in photographs
Factory handbooks and service book
Factory sales brochure
Factory compressor and tools in factory plastic bag as shown
Factory spare wheel and wheel replacement gloves included
1 key
Believed to be one of 25 RHD manual S2s remaining in the UK
Production records indicate only around 10% of worldwide 928 production were manuals
Always garaged from new according to seller
Last MOT expired 15th June 2024 with advisories for tyres
71,560 kms (44,465 miles) on last MOT and now showing 71,574 kms (44,474 miles)
V5C
This is MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt
The V5C does not indicate this has been applied for so may be something for the buyer to consider
As the car does not appear to have Historic Vehicle status and is out of MOT this should be borne in mind regarding collection

The Condition

Smart and factory-correct Indian Red (Indischrot) paintwork in very good order
Few signs of age or use across paintwork
Due to the age and originality of the car buyers should be realistic about the paint condition
Bodywork presents very well with straight panels, flush fit and no obvious damage
Totally rust free underneath due to it's life in South Africa
No reported accident damage during the car’s life
Condition inside and out is indicative of the car’s very low total mileage
Underside in good order as shown with no structural advisories on last MOT test
Factory correct car including front and rear lip spoilers with well-kept rubber finish
Exterior glasswork, lights and trim all in very good working order as shown
Fitted with factory-correct dished alloy wheels in good order with bright finish
Advisories for tyres on last MOT
Specification includes sunroof, electric windows and modern Pioneer CD player
Beige leather interior in timewarp condition with few signs of age
The seats carry a light ageing with some creasing but no significant wear
Carpets, dials and switchgear in very good order with clear decals and no tears
Brown dashboard in good order with no obvious cracks reported
Retains original features like the rear luggage net and tyre tools as shown

The Mechanics

4.7L V8 with more powerful 310bhp output of later S2 cars
Very rare and desirable 5spd manual gearbox
Later car with electronic ignition
Cylinder compression tested 1,000 miles ago with printout available
This test showed very positive results with no issues advised
Recent full service, including fluids and filters
Auxiliary belts and cambelt replaced since arriving in the UK
New clutch fitted since arriving in the UK
No reported running or driving issues
No mechanical or running gear advisories on the last MOT test

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