Vehicle Description
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Auction:1978-porsche-930-turbo-49
1978 Porsche 911 (930) Turbo
Chassis No. 9308800445
Engine No. 6881182
Transmission No. 7781163
Highly Desired, early 3.3 Liter 911 Turbo
One of Just 461 US Model Production Examples Built
Finished in Paint to Sample Platinum Metallic over Cork Leather
Lifelong Southern California Car
• Sold New through Alan Johnson Porsche + Audi of San Diego
• Resident of Laguna Beach and Santa Cruz Thereafter
• '78 TURBO' Whale tail California License Plate
Verified by Porsche Production Specifications Certificate
Supported by Large Dossier of Ownership History and Servicing
Records, 1996-2024
Ideally Maintained Example in Outstanding Period Livery
56,346 Recorded Miles
2022 Major Mechanical Restoration and Engine Out Rebuild by Mobile
Works West
• $35,000 Invested
• Accompanied by Photos and Detailed Invoices
2023 '1,000-Mile Service' and Subsequent Services
2024 Inspection and Scheduled Service
• Including a Rebuild of the A/C compressor and Recharge
Supported by Original VIN-Matched Warranty & Maintenance Book,
Owner's Manual and Blaupunkt Manuals in Vinyl Folio
• Original Blaupunkt CR Remains in Place
Complete with Original Tool Kit, Spare Tire, Jack & Accessories
An example worth close attention from driver enthusiasts and
collectors alike, it's with good measure that these early 930s are
becoming scarce on the market, as they represent the modern
renaissance of Porsche engineering and design.
Optional Equipment:
Equipment for California
Limited Slip Differential
Sport Seats - L/R
Electric Sunroof
Loose Fit Protection Foil
Exterior Mirror - Right
Pirelli Tires
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