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8,613 original miles!
Upgraded to Canepa Generation III specification in 2016
763 horsepower, 635 lb-ft of torque
Canepa 959SC 18" magnesium hollow-spoke wheels
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires - 245/40-18 Front, 275/35-18 Rear
Imported to the U.S. in 2015
Optioned in full Dark Grey Metallic leather with tri-color
seats
6-speed manual transmission with advanced AWD
Canepa Generation III Upgrade
Canepa has had a long history with the 959 platform. Over the
course of 25 years different stages of upgrades were developed to
not only increase the output of the 2.85L engine, but also to
increase the handling and reliability of the overall car. The
Generation III upgrade included upgrading a wide range of
components and systems to yield an unrelentless and controllable
amount of power and torque, but also to give it modern-era
handling, comfort, and reliability.
The Canepa Generation III engine system includes eliminating the
factory sequential turbo system and installation of an all-new
parallel twin-turbo system including contemporary Borg-Warner
turbos with integrated wastegates and titanium heat shielding. Cam
timing is optimized in addition to blueprinting all intake and
exhaust valve springs. New intake runners are matched to a
proprietary Green air filter designed just for this application.
Upgraded fuel system, EGR, modern engine management system with
ADL, F1 technology engine wiring harnesses, high output ignition
system, upgraded alternator charge system and battery module, spark
plugs, idle control valve, sensors, connectors, harness shielding,
switches, adapters, hardware, etc. A completely new stainless steel
exhaust system was created by Canepa for the application. The
exhaust is fitted with our new bypass system producing increased
horsepower and a more aggressive engine note at the flick of a dash
mounted switch. In addition the entire clutch system has been
modified and upgraded to improve pedal feel and actuation. This
includes an improved pressure plate, disc, and modified clutch
pedal assembly.
In the handling department, Canepa upgraded both the springs and
shocks to "Canepa S" suspension, replacing the factory adjustable
suspension incorporating titanium springs and custom Bilstein shock
absorbers for a more compliant and reliable ride. In addition, the
Porsche 959 also received air conditioning and heater upgrades as
well as upgraded headlights.
About this Porsche 959
This 1988 Porsche 959 was produced in March of 1988 and delivered
to the German market. It was optioned with Guards Red paint, a Dark
Grey Metallic leather interior with tri-colored seats and an alarm
system.
In 1990 the car was exported to Japan where it would remain for 25
years before being imported to the United States in late 2015 and
acquired by Canepa with 8,038 miles on the odometer. Shortly after
arriving at Canepa's doors, the Porsche 959 was sold and the new
owner asked to receive the Canepa Generation III upgrade, a host of
engine, suspension, and other componentry upgrades honed through
years of exhaustive real-world testing by Canepa. The air
conditioning and heating systems were updated as well as the
headlights for increased visibility. Taking close to an entire year
and completed in early 2017, the upgrades yielded the most powerful
Canepa-upgraded Porsche 959 at the time, with 763hp and 635 lb-ft
of torque, and increasing the handling to modern levels. The total
cost of this upgrade today is in excess of $500,000.
Shortly after the owner took possession of the 959 in early 2017
and kept it at their residence in Arizona, remaining in their care.
During this time, the car was regularly serviced at Porsche
Chandler dealership which included oil changes, a transmission oil
change, new battery, and a Full body PPF treatment.
In 2024 Canepa reacquired the car, with only 8,613 miles on the
odometer. The 959 returned exactly in the condition that it left,
the Guards Red paint in immaculate condition and the Dark Grey
Metallic leather interior in time-capsule like condition. Canepa
added its 18" magnesium 959 wheels in Titanium Matte finish coating
originally designed for the 959SC to take advantage of superior
engineering and Michelin tire technology.
Now ready for its next owner to take full advantage of modern
engine, handling, and aesthetic upgrades, this Porsche 959 with the
Canepa Generation III upgrade is the perfect way to enjoy an 80s
icon with 21st century performance and handling.
Upon arrival at Canepa, every collector vehicle for sale is put
through an extensive and diligent process called the "Canepa
Difference". This includes a major and comprehensive mechanical
inspection where all systems are checked and serviced as necessary.
They also receive award-winning concours-level detail, including a
thorough cleaning of each and every surface that ensures that every
car is a sight to behold.
About the Porsche 959
??The Porsche 959 was by far the most technologically advanced
sports car in the world when it was introduced in 1985. Timeless
design, state-of-the-art systems, and superior driving
characteristics make them one of the greatest sports cars of all
time.
In the early 1980s, to the joy of race fans worldwide, FISA
introduced its new Group B road regulations. To qualify for
homologation, manufacturers would have to produce and sell 200 road
versions of their cars. Only two stepped up to the challenge:
Porsche with its 959, and Ferrari with its 288 GTO.
Porsche developed the ultimate powerplant; a twin-turbocharged
six-cylinder boxer engine with air-cooled cylinders and
water-cooled heads, displaced 2.85 liters, about half a liter less
than a contemporary 911 engine.. The motor had originally been
developed for the "Moby Dick" race car and then been redeveloped
slightly for the short-lived Porsche Indy Car before being
"tweaked" a last time for use in the 961, the 959's racing
counterpart. The water-cooled cylinder heads combined with the
air-cooled cylinders, 4-valve heads and sequential turbochargers
allowed Porsche to extract 450 hp (approx. 480 for the 959S) from
the compact, efficient and rugged power unit. The engine was
coupled to a unique manual gearbox, which was the first 6-speed
manual transmission sold in a streetcar.
In an attempt to create a lightweight shell, Porsche employed an
aluminum and Aramid (Kevlar) composite body panels along with a
Nomex floor, instead of the steel normally used on their production
cars. The vehicle's weight of 3,190 pounds (1,450 kg) helped to
achieve its high performance level.
Porsche also developed the car's aerodynamics, with automatic
ride-height adjustment and "zero lift" aerodynamics. The 959 also
featured the most advanced all-wheel-drive system available in a
production car. Capable of dynamically changing the torque
distribution between the rear and front wheels, the PSK system gave
the 959 the adaptability it needed both as a race car and as a
"super" street car. Under hard acceleration, PSK could send as much
as 80% of available power to the rear wheels. It could also vary
the power bias depending on road surface and grip changes, helping
maintain traction at all times. The magnesium alloy wheels were
unique, being hollow inside to form a sealed chamber contiguous
with the tire and equipped with a built-in tire pressure monitoring
system.
