Highlights

Original UK right-hand drive example with matching engine and gearbox
Rare 'Wine Red Metallic' colour, only available for the 1982 model year
Huge history file with original service book
Extensive work including 2008 and 2013 engine and gearbox rebuilds
All recent work by former McLaren F1 mechanic
Recently completed PCGB roadtrip to York for 'Analogue Alchemy' celebrations
Voluntary current MOT to May 2026

The Appeal

Borrowing the stronger 3L flat six from the 930, the early 80s SC is arguably a particular sweet spot in what is, admittedly, a lineage of air-cooled cars with an array of sweet spots. For classic 911 fans who like to use their cars, these cars make a great choice. The seller of this one would know - he uses it regularly, including for a PCGB trip to York for the ‘Analogue Alchemy’ event.

This very pretty 1982 car features the ‘one year only’ shade of Wine Red metallic. That is the jumping off point for a really nice specification that includes black Fuchs with polished rims and a black leather interior with Momo wheel.

The history file is both thick and impressive. We are told the engine and gearbox were rebuilt in 2008 and 2013. It remains a matching-numbers car across both items. In recent years the car has been maintained by a former McLaren F1 mechanic in Bath, with the list of work and the investment involved being extensive. We’ve provided full details below.

Thanks to its maintenance and condition, this is the sort of 911 you can jump in and enjoy. There is scope to improve the original interior, if you want, but with a car this entertaining, perhaps that can wait. It carries the transparency of a voluntary MOT to May 2026.

The vendor says:

“This 911 is just special, the colour, the level of history, investment & the way LIL drives!

Huge electrical & mechanical investment over many years means this is the perfect driving classic, day or night. Lil has just completed the PCGB roadtrip to York for the annual 'Analogue Alchemy' celebrations.

“LIL is exceptional to drive after much mechanical and electrical investment over many years, just before my ownership and during. Ensuring LIL fits this description has been my priority since purchasing as my DoB dream 911 in March 2023. The bespoke SCART exhaust ensures an authentic but louder flat 6 note without sounding inappropriate. The upgraded lights (all round) ensure you feel safe driving at night and can enjoy long road trips without worry. The original ‘wine red metallic’ colour is so special and limited to just 1982 cars with limited numbers left on UK roads.

“With some reasonable paintwork & interior investment, LIL could be one of the best 911sc on the market.”

History and Paperwork

First registered in 29th October 1982
Original UK right-hand drive car with matching engine and gearbox
Current keeper since February 2023
93,000 miles on current speedometer plus 53,000 from original speedometer
Speedometer changed in 1989, documented in paperwork
Huge history file with original service book as shown
All recent work completed by Will Gittings at Gittings Classic & Modern in Bath (former McLaren F1 mechanic)
Dry stored in garage when not in use
MOT valid to 15th May 2026 with advisories to note

Key maintenance advised by seller:

2008 & 2013 Engine & Gear box rebuilds
2022 Elec wiring & new fuse board by Classic Retro
2022 Rennsport led headlights (Singer version)
2022 hidden led conversion of all external lights inside original units
2022 Blaupunkt retro modern sound system with Bluetooth & media stream
2023 Scart handmade exhaust
2023 New heat exchangers
2025 Elec Aircon by Classic Retro (Singer unit)
2025 new seals all round
2025 new sunroof seals and restoration incl drain-holes

The Condition

Finished in largely original and rare 'Wine Red Metallic' paintwork
This paintwork finish was reportedly only available for the 1982 model year
Small stone chips present on the front bonnet and bumper
Some light paint mismatch to note on offside rear quarter
Edge and other light marks to note in photos to paintwork
Front driver's side lower window radius shows paint bubbling where window seal has a gap to bodywork (vendor states repair quotes of £1,500-£2,000)
Original Fuchs alloys in black with polished rims in very good condition
Pirelli branded tyres on all four road wheels
Rennsport LED headlights (Singer version) fitted in 2022
Hidden LED conversion of all external lights inside original units completed in 2022
Modern electric air conditioning system from Classic Retro installed
Original black leather and cream carpeted interior with patina consistent with age
Blaupunkt retro-modern sound system with Bluetooth and CarPlay fitted 2022
All gauges reported to be working, including the clock
Seats remain comfortable but could benefit from refurbishment if desired
Fitted with three-spoke Momo wheel

The Mechanics

2,993cc flat-six engine
5-speed manual transmission
Engine and gearbox rebuilt in 2008 and 2013
Bespoke Scart handmade exhaust system
New heat exchangers fitted in 2023
Extensive maintenance since 2022 as detailed above
The vendor reports car drives very well due to significant mechanical and electrical investment
Recent maintenance carried out by Will Gittings at Gittings Classic & Modern in Bath
Minor advisories to note on current MOT

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