Vehicle Description
Chassis No. WP0ZZZ96ZNS490514
Engine No. 62N80968
Produced only for the 1992 model year, this left-hand-drive,
German-delivery example is one of 1,992 Carrera RS models built for
the RoW (Rest of World) market. As such, it weighs approximately
271 pounds less than the U.S.-market RS America and nearly 300
pounds less than the standard 964-generation 911 Carrera Coupe.
This was achieved by sacrificing numerous driver aids and creature
comforts in the name of performance, which included removing the
insulation, sound proofing, power accessories, power steering, the
stereo, and interior door handles. The front hood was made of
aluminum, the chassis was seam welded, the side windows were made
of thinner glass, and its 17-inch Cup wheels were made of
magnesium, all together creating a more visceral and responsive 911
than anything seen stateside.
Presented in its original shade of Polar Silver Metallic, this
highly sought-after Carrera RS left the Porsche factory in November
1991. The accompanying VINAnalytics report shows its first owner
acquired the car in June 1992. Its CARFAX Vehicle History Report
reveals it was brought to the United States following its 25-year
exclusion by at least January 2024 with first registration noted in
the state of Maryland. Just a few months later in July, CARFAX
noted "minor damage" to the right rear and two months later a
comment that the car is a "total loss vehicle." The contradiction
between the two statements was in fact due to the temporary lack of
available parts (out of production) and it was necessary to declare
the car as a "total loss." This is further demonstrated by Porsche
Classic repair invoices and images of the mostly superficial
damage, which are on file and available for review.
Hagerty Insurance obtained ownership of the Carrera RS through the
insurance claim process, and due its rarity and motorsport
heritage, embarked on a nine-month restoration collaboration with
Porsche Classic Factory Restoration based on the grounds of Porsche
Cars North America in Atlanta, Georgia.
Invoices from Porsche Classic total just over $70,000 for the work
completed by factory trained restoration specialists using,
naturally, all factory supplied parts. The $23,677 parts total
included a new windshield, rear Magnesium "Cup" wheel (the last one
on the shelf according to the restoration team), rear suspension
components, oil tank, rear quarter panel and door shell, rocker
trim, and more. After the RS's body and suspension were repaired,
laser checked, and aligned, the car was given a partial respray of
Polar Silver Metallic and a full PPF treatment.
Completed in May 2025, just in time for Broad Arrow's Monterey Jet
Center Auction, the RS is resplendent following its
photo-documented restoration. After adding a few kilometers to the
odometer, a Broad Arrow Car Specialist felt the car "feels and
reacts as it should, sounds perfect, and goes like hell!" Quite the
ringing endorsement. While this Carrera RS carries a salvage title,
it must be said it was due to temporary parts supply circumstances
and with just under 35,000 kilometers, recent work from Porsche
Classic Factory Restoration Atlanta totaling over $70,000, and
stout Porsche construction, this Carrera RS is sure to offer many
more guilt free miles on the road and track.
