Highlights

Very low mileage of only 50,605 miles
Stand-out blue metallic over cream colour scheme
Thick history file dating back to earliest days
Extensive mechanical overhaul with few miles since
Comprehensive history file with numerous MOTs and invoices
Historic Vehicle usefully MOT and tax exempt
Current MOT to May 2025 with no advisories

The Appeal

Reintroducing the legendary ‘SC’ nomenclature connected Porsche’s new model to its 356 forebears. This was a 911 that could be enjoyed every day - quick enough to excite, comfortable enough to drive long distances.

Finished in gorgeous light blue metallic, this ‘81 911SC has been used very sparingly over its 43 years, covering a mere 50,000 miles in that time. The lack of use hasn’t meant corners cut on maintenance - the history file is bulging, covering major and minor work including an engine overhaul, custom stainless steel exhaust and fully refurbished and polybushed suspension.

That investment and those sympathetic modifications mean that this is a classic 911 that is ready to enjoy. The condition reflects the low mileage, the cream leather interior being well presented and drizzled with some tasteful modifications.

This car is registered as a Historic Vehicle but has been usefully regularly MOT’d to give the buyer an independent assessment of the condition and mileage verification. The current test runs to May 2025 with no advisories.

With its popular specification and Targa-topped versatility, this very low mileage 911 is one of the best we have seen.

History and Paperwork

First registered 1st January 1981
Nine previous registered keepers
Current keeper since June 2022
He is now selling due to a house move and loss of storage
MOT valid to 15th May 2025 with no advisories and 50,605 miles on test
Registered as a Historic Vehicle so tax, MOT and ULEZ exempt
Comprehensive folder with lots of MOTs and invoices
Always kept garaged or stored
Previous keeper sent the car to Porsche Nottingham for a service and suspension overhaul
Porsche Nottingham requested to keep the car in their showroom due to the attention it generated
Barely seen a drop of rain in the last twenty years, only taken out in the sunshine with the Targa top off
Previous keeper owned the car for over twenty years
Prior to that, it had been in the same family for many years
Currently fitted with silver on black hsitoric plates which buyers should not are not legal on a car built after 1st January 1980 as here
Lots of old MOT certificates and old tax discs
Only 1,500 miles covered since 2006

Large pile of receipts, highlights include:

1986: Various maintenance work – £180
1987: Gearbox overhaul – £1,142
1988: Tune-up and leather treatment – £100
1988: New screen trim, steering lock, and front shock absorbers – £405
1989: Engine tune-up – £52
1989: Alarm repair – £130
1999: Front brake repairs – £69
1999: Reconditioned starter motor fitted – £200
1999: Clarion stereo system fitted – £304
2002: New heat exchangers fitted – £413
2002: Stainless steel exhaust system fitted – £640
2002: Heater control box – £99
2002: New heater parts – £45
2004: New pulley and fan assembly – $349
2004: Servicing work – £329
2005: Belts, pulleys, and misc parts – $24
2005: Service kit – £381
2005: Targa roof parts – £228
2006: New seat belts – £114
2006: Gearbox short shift kit – £150
2008: New engine lid struts – £36
2008: MOT work, servicing, and brake overhaul – £249
2009: New discs all around, one new heat exchanger – £845
2011: New clutch kit – £250
2011: New rear box strap and engine lid struts – £75
2012: New gaskets and jet carrier – £50
2012: Servicing and MOT work – £600
2023: New battery fitted

Highlights noted by seller:

Stainless steel heat exchanges replaced with few miles covered since
Custom made exhaust system in stainless steel
Engine removed and overhauled
Suspension removed, shot blasted and powder coated
Poly-nylon bushes fitted to suspension
Brakes overhauled
Wheels refurbished

Notable upgrades:

Aluminium dashboard
Push button start
Aluminium pedals
Later steering wheel
Sparco gear knob
New carpets
Dynamat added for sound proofing
Gear linkages renewed with short-shift linkages to improve shift quality
Clutch replaced with few miles since
Targa top replaced

The Condition

Smart and unusual light blue metallic paintwork in good order
Buyers should expect some minor imperfections due to age and originality
Targa roof model with well kept roof panel showing only minor deterioration
This includes small wobble to roof likely easily remedied by adjustment
There are some wear marks to the rubber seats where the roof attaches
Underside in good order with no structural advisories on current MOT
Factory sports kit including iconic factory ‘whale tail’ and chin spoiler
Classic black ‘Fuchs’ alloy wheels with polished rims
Few miles covered since alloys refurbished and remain in very good condition
Smart cream leather interior with contrast piping and blue door cards
Cabin is well kept with only minor deterioration to note in photographs
This includes slight split on the stitch line on driver's seat and driver's sun visor needs re-padding
Subtle modifications to interior as noted above and shown in photographs
Carpets replaced and Dynamat added for soundproofing

The Mechanics

Aluminium 2,993 cc flat six SC 1980 specification engine
5spd manual gearbox
Engine reported to start on the button and sound lovely
Extensive maintenance history documented above
Stainless steel exhaust and heat exchangers
Suspension removed, shot blasted, and powder coated
All new poly-nylon bushes fitted to suspension
Brakes have been overhauled
Gear linkages renewed with short-shift linkages for more precise gear changes
Clutch replaced in 2011 with very few miles covered since
Vendor reports that the car drives well and is a real pleasure to be out in
No mechanical or running gear advisories on current MOT

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