Highlights
- Matching-numbers, UK-supplied example confirmed by Porsche GB Certificate of Authenticity
- Thought to be one of the last factory-fitted chrome window surround cars
- In current ownership since 2008, covering fewer than 7,000 miles in that time and always dry-stored, we are told
- Substantial history file including service records, MOT history and invoices dating back to 1978
- Gearbox rebuilt during current ownership, less than 7,000 miles ago
The Appeal
The 911 SC holds a significant place in the Porsche 911 lineage. Launched in 1978 with the robust 3.0-litre flat-six, it marked a return to a single, unified 911 model after years of increasingly complex range fragmentation, and quickly earned a reputation for mechanical durability that endures to this day. Early examples like this one, registered in late 1978 as a 1979 model year car and thought to be one of the last to leave the factory with chrome window surrounds, sit at a compelling crossroads between the classic narrow-body look and the more modern SC era.
This right-hand-drive example was supplied new to the UK and comes verified by a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity confirming matching numbers. It is accompanied by a history file stretching back to 1978, with mileage corroborated across the service book, MOT records and invoices, we are told. The current owner has had the car since 2008, during which time it has reportedly been dry-stored throughout and covered fewer than 7,000 miles.
This is not a concours car, and it is presented with refreshing honesty. The Petrol Blue Metallic bodywork shows cosmetic ageing including lacquer deterioration and paint blemishes, while the interior carries the patina of a 47-year-old unrestored classic. Crucially, however, the vendor reports that a recent ramp inspection confirmed the underside to be largely original and very solid, with only one small area of corrosion noted in the rear left wheelarch. For anyone seeking a solid, honest air-cooled 911 to recommission, sympathetically improve or simply enjoy, this one merits serious consideration.
Key Information
- Mileage: 123,935 miles indicated
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT-exempt as a historic vehicle; last tested in October 2012 with no advisories
- Technical specs: 3.0-litre air-cooled flat-six engine (180hp) paired a five-speed manual transmission
- Paperwork: V5C, Porsche GB Certificate of Authenticity, service records, MOT certificates, invoices and mileage records dating back to 1978
The Detail
- Starts, runs and drives but presented as a recommissioning project rather than a mechanically restored example
- Recent fuel system work carried out, including replacement of a fuel line to the warm-up regulator area after a leak was found
- Fitted with a Classic Retrofit CDI ignition unit
- Fitted with upgraded stainless steel heat exchangers and a sports exhaust; the vendor states the exhaust note sounds very good
- Vendor notes a top end engine rebuild carried out at 111,000 miles, and gearbox rebuilt less than 7,000 miles ago during current ownership
- Brakes would benefit from further inspection; a mechanic has advised the brake master cylinder may need attention as the brakes appear to be rubbing
- Exterior shows large areas of lacquer deterioration, paint blemishes and general cosmetic ageing across a number of panels
- The vendor reports the underside and structural areas are largely original and very solid, confirmed by a recent ramp inspection
- One small rust area noted in the rear left wheel arch
- Door locks function and close but do not currently lock; adjustment or repair needed
- Interior complete with age-related wear and patina; front seats appear to have been retrimmed in pinstripe cloth and show wear and some tears
- No headliner currently fitted; a new correct cream headliner for a sunroof model will be supplied with the car
- Currently fitted with chrome 15-inch five-spoke wheels and LED headlights; original Fuchs-style wheels and H4 headlights available by separate agreement
- Dry-stored throughout current ownership, we are told
- A number of replaced or updated parts retained during current ownership and available for discussion
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