Private plate NOT 944 is not included in the sale but available via separate negotiation with the vendor

Highlights

A superb example of “the ultimate 924”
Single ownership for forty years
Supremely original throughout
One of just 75 UK market right-hand drive examples and 400 Carrera GTs worldwide
Accompanied by a substantial history file
To be offered with 12 month MOT

The Appeal

In 1979, Porsche decided to take its front-engined 924 racing. That meant developing an all-new high-performance version, so they took the 924 Turbo, raised the compression, added an intercooler, lowered the suspension and lightened the bodywork.

It was to be called the ‘Carrera GT’ - a car later heralded by none other than Evo Magazine as “the ultimate 924”.

The aforementioned enhancements gave the 924 Carrera GT 207 bhp, and it weighed in at a mere 1,180 kilograms! Suffice to say, this was a very quick car.

Group 4 homologation necessitated 400 examples needed to be built and Porsche made 406 in all - (including six prototypes). Just 75 were made in right-hand drive for the UK market and here we have one of the very first of those cars.

Highly specified from the factory with numerous desirable options including air conditioning, this 924 Carrera GT is a very special car. It’s accompanied by a history file of unrivalled breadth and depth, consisting of every MOT test certificate since 1985 and paper invoices from 1990-2023 detailing uninterrupted annual servicing.

This Porsche was in single ownership for forty years prior to the present registered keeper and remains one of the most original examples of this rare model you’re ever likely to see.

For fans of ‘80s homologation specials, this is surely an unmissable opportunity.

The History and Paperwork

One of the first UK-registered examples: the model entered production in January 1981 and this example was first registered in February that year
Supplied new via agents Dick Lovett Specialist Cars LTD who campaigned and raced 924s in period
Acquired by its previous keeper on the 17th of September 1985 via marque specialists Carrera Motorsport
Serviced annually regardless of mileage since 1985
There are invoices spanning 1990-2023 and every MOT test certificate since 1985
To be offered with a fresh MOT - currently expired
Original Porsche book pack and service/warranty booklet
Original driver’s manual and service centre handbook
Original spare keys
75,991 miles indicated
The apt registration 'NOT 944' is available by separate negotiation - it certainly stops people asking you!

Stamps in the service book:

Pdi 11-02-1981 Dick Lovett specialist cars
24-02-1981 1110 miles Dick Lovett specialist cars
11-11-1982 7075 miles Ray Marsh Auto Services
09-07-1983 13,021 miles Ray Marsh Auto Services
16-03-1984 25,964 miles Malaya Garage
18-03-1985 31,534 miles Ray Marsh Auto Services
04-01-1986 38,239 miles Ray Marsh Auto Services
19-12-1986 44,694 miles Carrera Sport
28-01-1988 47,858 miles Carrera Sport
25-01-1989 50,435 miles NO 5 Garage
02-02-1990 51,161 miles NO 5 Garage
08-01-1992 53,336 miles NO 5 Garage
17-03-1993 55,575 miles NO 5 Garage
05-03-1994 57,907 miles NO 5 Garage
28-02-1996 60,796 miles NO 5 Garage

Invoices on file :

08-01-1992 53336 miles NO 5 Garage
17-03-1993 55,575 miles NO 5 Garage
11-02-1994 57,907 miles NO 5 Garage
29-11-1994 58,361 miles NO 5 Garage
05-03-1996 60796 miles NO 5 Garage
17-12-1996 62,174 miles NO 5 Garage
15-04-1997 62,682 miles NO 5 Garage
19-01-1998 63,694 miles NO 5 Garage
23-02-1999 65,480 miles NO5 Garage
09-05-2000 65,714 miles NO 5 Garage
01-05-2001 65,746 miles NO 5 Garage
23-11-2001 65,806 miles NO 5 Garage
23-11-2001 65,806 miles NO 5 Garage
08-11-2006 69,209 MILES GT ONE LTD
10-12-2008 70,037miles GT ONE LTD
25-11-2009 70,888 miles GT ONE LTD
08-12-2010 76,838 miles GT ONE LTD
20-12-2012 72,404 miles GT ONE LTD
26-06-2012 72,176 miles GT ONE LTD
12-12-2013 73,002 miles GT ONE LTD
18-12-2014 73,303 miles GT ONE LTD
12-12-2015 73,561 miles GT ONE LTD
18-11-2016 73,755 miles GT ONE LTD
12-04-2017 73,882 miles GT ONE LTD
30-11-2017 74,190 miles GT ONE LTD
18-12-2018 74,611 miles GT ONE LTD
21-06-2019 74,783 miles GT ONE LTD
03-12-2019 75,097 miles GT ONE LTD
27-02-2023 75,742 miles GT ONE LTD

The Condition

Commendably original inside and out
Guards Red paintwork in very good overall condition
Smart original bodywork retaining the correct polyurethane elements
Some small imperfections and age-commensurate patina visible upon close inspection
Slight crease in the offside door
Smart trim, badging, lights and glass
Pop-up headlamps n good working order
Minimal wear apparent to the original interior
The striped cloth upholstery is not heavily worn or showing any signs of obvious damage
The plastics and dashboard present well
We’re not informed of any apparent faults with the cabin electrics or instruments

The extensive factory options list includes:

Air conditioning
Sports steering wheel
Electric windows
Heated and electrically adjustable adjustable door mirrors
Panasonic stereo (still fitted) with accompanying electric aerial
Fuchs forged alloy wheels (911-type)
Rear window wiper and headlamp washers

The vendor believes that this 924 is among the most original survivors in existence - and it certainly looks that way too.

The bodywork sports a light patina, with a few small chips and scuffs visible on close inspection, but no signs of excessive wear, panel damage or corrosion. The interior looks superb, with no notable wear nor any evidence of aftermarket modifications.

The Mechanics

2.0-litre turbocharged, intercooled l4
Five-speed ‘dog-leg’ manual gearbox
207 bhp from the factory
Factory optional Sports shock absorbers
Well-presented and original-looking engine compartment

This Porsche has been serviced each and every year since 1985, regardless of mileage. That’s ensured it remains in rude health and the vendor comments that it drives very well indeed with no apparent issues to report.

Once the boost fully kicks in at around 4,000 rpm, these cars are devilishly quick and are renowned for their spry handling thanks to the lowered, stiffened suspension and the lean diet Porsche forced upon the body shell.

All present immensely well inside the engine bay of this car and looks to be highly original. We can heartily recommend this example for those seeking an authentic period homologation special experience.

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