Vehicle Description
1992 Porsche 911 Carrera RS
VIN WP0ZZZ96ZNS491103
Engine No. 62N81743
Transmission No. 2003209
The 964-based Carrera RS was unveiled in 1992 as a
limited-production, lightweight high- performance version of the
Carrera 2 production car built to satisfy the many marque
enthusiasts who demanded a new and modern successor to the wildly
popular but low-production Carrera RS 2.7 of 1973-1975. Porsche
produced a total of 2,276 examples of the 964 RS; 1,910 of those
were stripped "Basics," also sometimes called Lightweights,
designed to be highly responsive street or track cars with no
luxury options available. There were also 290 N/GTs or "Sport"
models for racing in the BPR GT Group N series and for owners who
wished to participate in track events; and another 76 in "Touring"
trim, with different and unique seats, full interiors, sound
deadening, and luxury options like AC, sunroofs, and power windows,
more suitable for everyday street use.
The new RS closely followed the path of the 964 Carrera Cup racers.
The RS packed an M64/03 air-cooled, dry-sump horizontally opposed
SOHC six-cylinder modified to produce 260 hp at 6,100 rpm with 240
foot-pounds of torque at 5,000 rpm. Power was delivered via a
single-mass sport flywheel to a G50/10 five-speed gearbox with
steel synchronizer rings, altered shift sleeves, and taller first
and second gears. A ZF asymmetrical limited-slip differential
delivered 20 percent lockup under load and 100 percent lockup under
braking.
The suspension offered a ride height reduced by an inch and a half,
with stiffer McPherson struts, alloy transverse control arms, and
coil-over shock absorbers in the front end, and light-alloy
semi-trailing arms with coil-over shock absorbers in the rear.
Anti-roll bars at both ends were adjustable.
The 964's electrically assisted steering was replaced with a manual
rack. Niceties such as air conditioning, power-adjustable seats,
cruise control, an entertainment system, and sound deadening and
insulation were dispensed with, all in the name of weight
reduction. The rear seat was eliminated, replaced with lightweight
carpeting. All chassis seams were fully welded, and the 964's steel
doors and front trunk lid were replaced with aluminum panels, and
thinner glass was used for the doors and backlight. Driver and
passenger enjoyed deeply bolstered bucket sport seats.
Chassis number 491103 is one of these rare cars, imported into
North America from Japan in 2017. The Carrera RS is approximately
345 pounds lighter than the Carrera 2 model upon which is it based.
It was prepared for the Japanese market, the Porsche Certificate of
Authenticity confirms matching engine & transmission and notes that
it was originally ordered with the following equipment:
220 Locking differential
384 Bucket seat, left
385 Bucket seat, right
404 17" Cup wheels
481 5-speed manual transmission
492 H4 headlights
564 Without airbag
656 Manual steering
912 Vehicle without identification plate
983 Leather seats
Finished in the original color combination of Grand Prix White
(color code P5) with a black leatherette interior and black and
grey leather sport seats. The car has lightweight door panels with
red seat belts & RS door pulls with manual window lifts. An
attractive set of drilled aluminum pedal covers have been installed
by a previous owner. With only 46,821 km (29,093 miles) from new,
this Carrera RS remains in excellent condition inside and out and
drives amazing! All original undercarriage and suspension with the
original cosmoline. New Continental Extreme Contact Sport tires
have recently been installed (205/50 ZR17 front & 255/40 ZR17 rear)
along with a 4-corner balance and alignment done by Johnsons
Alignment, and recent service. Offered with Certificate of
Authenticity, original Driver's manual, Supplement 911 Carrera RS
manual, black leather pouch, collapsible spare tire, air
compressor, jack and work gloves. A chance to own one of the rare
original Carrera RSs not originally available in the North American
market - one of the most sought-after modern normally aspirated
911s that is a blast to drive!