Highlights

One of just 3,691 Carrera 3.0 examples produced between 1975 and 1977
Matching numbers for the engine, transmission, and chassis, we are told
Rare Sahara Beige color, equipped with air conditioning and heat-absorbing tinted glass
Accompanied by a Porsche Classic technical certificate, valid to June 2028

The Appeal

Renowned motoring journalist Paul Frère described the 911 Carrera 3.0 as the best 911 ever made, and backed up his conviction by owning one for decades. Produced for the European market between 1975 and 1977, the Carrera 3.0 represented the high-water mark of the impact-bumper 911—combining the Turbo’s wide rear wings with the naturally aspirated 930/02 engine derived directly from the 930 Turbo development. With fewer than 3,700 examples built, today the Carrera 3.0 is one of the most sought-after air-cooled 911 variants among collectors worldwide.

This 1976 example is finished in rare Sahara Beige with brown “Carrera” side decals, and is specified with air conditioning, heat-absorbing tinted glass, and a 5-speed manual gearbox. Originally delivered new in Italy, where very few examples of this model were sold, the car now shows 58,551 kilometers on the odometer. It retains matching numbers for its engine, transmission, and chassis, and is accompanied by a Porsche Classic technical certificate. The vendor informs us that the car is in very good condition, and that all instruments are in working order with no mechanical faults reported. With a tan leather interior complementing the exterior, this is a compelling opportunity to acquire one of the most collectible and usable air-cooled 911s in a rare and highly appealing specification.

History and Paperwork

Originally delivered new in Italy in 1976
58,551 kilometers indicated
Owner's manuals and registration documents supplied
Serviced in September 2023 at 57,097 km by Ruote da Sogno (Reggio Emilia, Italy), including engine oil, oil filter, air filter, and spark plugs

The Condition

The vendor informs us that the car is in very good condition
Minor age-related blemishes visible in the paintwork
Vertical stress crack on the rear bumper panel
The vendor states that all instruments are in working order
Sahara Beige paintwork with brown decals
Tan leather interior with black accents
15-inch Fuchs wheels with polished lips and colorless Porsche crest center caps; spare wheel included
Later-period Blaupunkt Sydney RCM 126 stereo and Blaupunkt speakers fitted

The Porsche 911 Carrera 3.0, produced from 1976 to 1977, is a highly regarded classic 911 that bridged the gap between the legendary Carrera RS models and later, performance-focused 911s. Powered by a naturally aspirated 3.0-liter flat-six engine derived from the turbocharged 930’s robust aluminum crankcase, it produced around 200 horsepower and delivered strong performance for its era, with a top speed of approximately 235 km/h. The Carrera 3.0 featured wider rear bodywork, improved handling, and a relatively lightweight design, making it one of the most engaging driver’s cars of the 1970s. With only a limited number produced, it is now considered a rare and collectible model, valued for its blend of classic styling, mechanical simplicity, and its significant place in the evolution of the Porsche 911 lineage.

The Mechanics

3.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six engine (type 930/02) producing 200bhp
Five-speed manual transmission (915 gearbox)
K-Jetronic fuel injection
Aluminum crankcase with Nikasil-lined cylinders
Larger-diameter intake and exhaust valves with more aggressive timing than the 2.7 version
Crankshaft inherited from the 3.0 RS racing version
The vendor reports no mechanical faults

The 1976 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.0 is powered by a 3.0-liter naturally aspirated flat-six engine (type 930/02) producing 200bhp, paired with a five-speed manual 915 gearbox. It features Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection, an aluminum crankcase with durable Nikasil-lined cylinders, and larger intake and exhaust valves combined with more aggressive cam timing than the earlier 2.7-liter Carrera. The engine also benefits from a crankshaft inherited directly from the 3.0 RS racing program, contributing to its robust and high-performance character. According to the vendor, the car presents with no known mechanical faults, further enhancing its appeal as a rare and highly desirable example of Porsche's celebrated air-cooled 911 lineage.

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