Highlights

One of 112 units produced in 1992, from a total production run of 297 examples
Two former registered keepers; in current ownership since 2017
Restored by specialist SMC Motorsport, supplied with a restoration dossier
Accompanied by a Porsche Classic Technical Certificate and a 1993 verification seal on the ECU
An exceptionally desirable example, as one of the very few 964 Carrera RS Cup cars that is road-registered, giving it the rare distinction of being both a race car and a road car
Vehicle safety inspection valid to September 2026

The Appeal

The Porsche 964 RS Cup is among the most revered competition cars of the air-cooled era. It was purpose-built for the Porsche Carrera Cup, the single-make championship that replaced the 944 Cup series and frequently ran as a support event for Formula 1.

The 1992 model year marked a major turning point for the 964 Carrera Cup. While the 1990 and 1991 cars were based on the standard Carrera 2 chassis, the 1992 and 1993 models were extensively upgraded to the newly introduced 964 Carrera RS platform, transforming them into far more focused track machines.

This change brought significant improvements across the board. The chassis evolved from the lightweight Carrera 2 shell to the Carrera RS (N/GT) body, now factory seam-welded for substantially increased stiffness and durability under heavy track use.

The 3.6-litre ‘M64’ engine was also revised, producing 275hp and 314Nm, up from 265hp and 310Nm in the earlier cars. Suspension was further lowered by an additional 20mm over the already aggressive 55mm drop of the 1991 cars, improving both centre of gravity and aerodynamic performance. Finally, the braking system was upgraded with the introduction of manually switchable ABS, replacing the always-on system of earlier models and giving drivers greater control in specific racing scenarios, including emergency braking and low-grip situations.

This particular example was used by Porsche as an exhibition car in 1992 and 1993, taking part in several standalone Cup races with various guest drivers before being registered for road use in 1994. It arrived in Spain in 1999, where it was registered in Madrid and later placed into a private collection. The current owner commissioned a restoration by Spanish specialist SMC Motorsport using genuine Porsche parts, and a detailed restoration dossier accompanies the car. It retains a 1993 verification seal on the ECU, both as a sticker and a metal tag. The car previously wore the livery used by Mika Häkkinen when he won at the Monaco Porsche Supercup round in 1993, and was selected by Porsche Ibérica as the centrepiece display vehicle for a TAG Heuer event in Madrid. TAG Heuer International subsequently expressed interest in showcasing the car at the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix with Patrick Dempsey, though the owner declined the request.

With a well-documented history and a thorough restoration by a marque specialist, this is a notable opportunity to acquire one of Porsche's most focused purpose-built competition cars.

History and Paperwork

Used as a Porsche exhibition car in 1992 and 1993, participating in guest races with various drivers
Registered for road use in 1994; one of the very few road-legal 964 Carrera RS Cup cars
Arrived in Spain in 1999 and registered in Madrid; retains its original licence plate
De-registered in 2007 and stored in a private collection
Registration plate reinstated in 2026
Three registered keepers in total; current keeper since 2017
Accompanied by a Porsche Classic Technical Certificate, previous FIA homologation forms, and SMC Porsche restoration dossier complete with photographic evidence
32,446 kilometres shown on the odometer
Vehicle safety inspection valid to September 2026

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The Condition

Interior stripped of all carpeting, sound-deadening material, and the interior fan as part of the original Cup specification
Shows signs of racing incidents from its competition period, all of which were professionally repaired
Previously wore the livery used by Mika Häkkinen when he won the Monaco Porsche Supercup race in 1993; body has since been repainted in white
17-inch ‘Cup’ wheels framing black brake callipers
Matter Motorsport roll cage
Recaro racing seats, Schroth Racing harnesses
Red lightweight door pulls
Restored using genuine Porsche parts

The Mechanics

3.6-litre (3,600 cc) air-cooled, twin-plug boxer engine (M64/01) producing 275hp
Five-speed manual gearbox (G50/10) with shortened third, fourth, and fifth gear ratios and a limited-slip differential
Blueprinted engine providing a 15bhp increase over the production model
Slightly modified ignition electronics and modified exhaust system, retaining standard catalytic converters
230kg lighter than the production model at 1,120kg
Lightened clutch, non-assisted steering, Bilstein suspension, adjustable anti-roll bars
Standard ABS system retained but slightly modified for racing use
Lowered suspension with stiffer and shorter springs

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