To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' Amelia Island event, 8 - 9
March 2019.
Estimate:
$340,000 - $380,000
- Ultimate example of Porsche's air-cooled 911 Turbo
- Showing 13,500 miles; major recent service
- Attractive Artic Silver over Boxster Red color combination
- Includes its original owner's manuals
When the 993-generation Porsche 911 Turbo was introduced in 1995,
the automaker's engineers in Stuttgart were well on their way to
making the biggest change in their flagship model's history. The
switch from an air-cooled to a water-cooled engine was about two
years away. To close out three decades of air-cooled performance,
Porsche unwrapped a gift to just 183 of its most loyal enthusiasts:
the 911 Turbo S.
The 911 Turbo S is built on the standard 911 Turbo's
twin-turbocharged flat-six and 959-derived all-wheel-drive system
with a power boost to 424 hp for the American market, as well as a
slightly upsized rear wing, quad tailpipes, and bespoke air scoops
tucked into its rear wheel wells. Inside, the Turbo S featured
carbon fiber trim and full leather upholstery. The 911 Turbo S
arrived for the 1997 model year and took advantage of a few
upgrades over the twin-turbo 993's inaugural year such as an engine
control unit that could be re-flashed and modified, upgraded
transmission input shafts, and special center caps for its alloy
wheels.
Though it was well received at its launch, history has been
especially kind to the ultra-limited 993-generation 911 Turbo S.
Porsche celebrated its 70th anniversary by unveiling a very special
one-off 993 Turbo built from a new-old-stock body shell, dubbed
"Project Gold."
The low-mileage Arctic Silver over Boxster Red leather example
offered here is undoubtedly one of the finest original Turbo S
models currently available. Its striking paint and interior
combination honors Porsche's then-new mid-engine Boxster roadster.
The 911 Turbo S came well equipped with gathered leather upholstery
for the front and rear seats and extensive leather-covered details
such as the door panels, center console, seat belt housings, and
even many of its control switches. It features its correct 911
Turbo S-specific details such as its wheel center caps, yellow
brake calipers, and carbon fiber interior trim pieces. This
example's only modifications from stock are a period aftermarket
audio head unit and tasteful window tinting.
Sold new in Miami, it later passed through owners in Connecticut
and California. Faithfully preserved in private collections, the
911 Turbo S has added just 500 of its 13,500 miles in the last 12
years. A recent turbocharger rebuild and full engine service by a
Porsche specialist was completed, ensuring the 911 Turbo S'
drivability. The 911 Turbo S rides on correct, Porsche
Classic-approved Bridgestone Potenza performance tires.
A Porsche Production Specifications certificate confirms its
original delivery specifications and will be included with this
very attractive and highly desirable 911 Turbo S.
To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction,
please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/am19.
