Winning bid
£52,000

1981 Porsche 924 Carrera GT

Private plate NOT 944 is not included in the sale but available via separate negotiation with the vendor

Highlights

  • A superb example of “the ultimate 924”
  • Single ownership for forty years
  • Supremely original throughout
  • One of just 75 UK market right-hand drive examples and 400 Carrera GTs worldwide
  • Accompanied by a substantial history file
  • To be offered with 12 month MOT

The Appeal

In 1979, Porsche decided to take its front-engined 924 racing. That meant developing an all-new high-performance version, so they took the 924 Turbo, raised the compression, added an intercooler, lowered the suspension and lightened the bodywork. 
It was to be called the ‘Carrera GT’ - a car later heralded by none other than Evo Magazine as “the ultimate 924”.
The aforementioned enhancements gave the 924 Carrera GT 207 bhp, and it weighed in at a mere 1,180 kilograms! Suffice to say, this was a very quick car.
Group 4 homologation necessitated 400 examples needed to be built and Porsche made 406 in all - (including six prototypes). Just 75 were made in right-hand drive for the UK market and here we have one of the very first of those cars.
Highly specified from the factory with numerous desirable options including air conditioning, this 924 Carrera GT is a very special car. It’s accompanied by a history file of unrivalled breadth and depth, consisting of every MOT test certificate since 1985 and paper invoices from 1990-2023 detailing uninterrupted annual servicing. 
This Porsche was in single ownership for forty years prior to the present registered keeper and remains one of the most original examples of this rare model you’re ever likely to see.
For fans of ‘80s homologation specials, this is surely an unmissable opportunity.
 
 

The History and Paperwork

  • One of the first UK-registered examples: the model entered production in January 1981 and this example was first registered in February that year
  • Supplied new via agents Dick Lovett Specialist Cars LTD who campaigned and raced 924s in period 
  • Acquired by its previous keeper on the 17th of September 1985 via marque specialists Carrera Motorsport
  • Serviced annually regardless of mileage since 1985
  • There are invoices spanning 1990-2023 and every MOT test certificate since 1985
  • To be offered with a fresh MOT - currently expired
  • Original Porsche book pack and service/warranty booklet
  • Original driver’s manual and service centre handbook
  • Original spare keys
  • 75,991 miles indicated
  • The apt registration 'NOT 944' is available by separate negotiation - it certainly stops people asking you! 
Stamps in the service book:
 
  • Pdi 11-02-1981 Dick Lovett specialist cars
  • 24-02-1981 1110 miles Dick Lovett specialist cars
  • 11-11-1982 7075 miles Ray Marsh Auto Services
  • 09-07-1983  13,021 miles Ray Marsh Auto Services
  • 16-03-1984 25,964 miles Malaya Garage
  • 18-03-1985 31,534 miles Ray Marsh Auto Services
  • 04-01-1986 38,239 miles Ray Marsh Auto Services
  • 19-12-1986 44,694 miles Carrera Sport
  • 28-01-1988 47,858 miles Carrera Sport
  • 25-01-1989  50,435 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 02-02-1990 51,161 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 08-01-1992 53,336 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 17-03-1993 55,575 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 05-03-1994 57,907 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 28-02-1996 60,796 miles NO 5 Garage
Invoices on file :
  • 08-01-1992 53336 miles NO 5 Garage 
  • 17-03-1993 55,575 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 11-02-1994 57,907 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 29-11-1994 58,361 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 05-03-1996 60796 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 17-12-1996 62,174 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 15-04-1997 62,682 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 19-01-1998 63,694 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 23-02-1999 65,480 miles NO5 Garage
  • 09-05-2000 65,714 miles NO 5 Garage 
  • 01-05-2001 65,746 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 23-11-2001 65,806 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 23-11-2001 65,806 miles NO 5 Garage
  • 08-11-2006 69,209 MILES GT ONE LTD
  • 10-12-2008 70,037miles GT ONE LTD
  • 25-11-2009 70,888 miles GT ONE LTD
  • 08-12-2010 76,838 miles GT ONE LTD
  • 20-12-2012 72,404 miles GT ONE LTD
  • 26-06-2012 72,176 miles GT ONE LTD
  • 12-12-2013 73,002 miles GT ONE LTD
  • 18-12-2014 73,303 miles GT ONE LTD
  • 12-12-2015 73,561 miles GT ONE LTD
  • 18-11-2016 73,755 miles GT ONE LTD
  • 12-04-2017 73,882 miles GT ONE LTD
  • 30-11-2017 74,190 miles GT ONE LTD
  • 18-12-2018 74,611 miles GT ONE LTD
  • 21-06-2019 74,783 miles GT ONE LTD
  • 03-12-2019 75,097 miles GT ONE LTD
  • 27-02-2023 75,742 miles GT ONE LTD
 
 

The Condition

  • Commendably original inside and out
  • Guards Red paintwork in very good overall condition
  • Smart original bodywork retaining the correct polyurethane elements 
  • Some small imperfections and age-commensurate patina visible upon close inspection
  • Slight crease in the offside door
  • Smart trim, badging, lights and glass
  • Pop-up headlamps n good working order
  • Minimal wear apparent to the original interior
  • The striped cloth upholstery is not heavily worn or showing any signs of obvious damage
  • The plastics and dashboard present well
  • We’re not informed of any apparent faults with the cabin electrics or instruments
The extensive factory options list includes:
  • Air conditioning
  • Sports steering wheel
  • Electric windows
  • Heated and electrically adjustable adjustable door mirrors
  • Panasonic stereo (still fitted) with accompanying electric aerial
  • Fuchs forged alloy wheels (911-type)
  • Rear window wiper and headlamp washers
The vendor believes that this 924 is among the most original survivors in existence - and it certainly looks that way too. 
The bodywork sports a light patina, with a few small chips and scuffs visible on close inspection, but no signs of excessive wear, panel damage or corrosion. The interior looks superb, with no notable wear nor any evidence of aftermarket modifications.
 
 

The Mechanics 

  • 2.0-litre turbocharged, intercooled l4
  • Five-speed ‘dog-leg’ manual gearbox
  • 207 bhp from the factory
  • Factory optional Sports shock absorbers
  • Well-presented and original-looking engine compartment
This Porsche has been serviced each and every year since 1985, regardless of mileage. That’s ensured it remains in rude health and the vendor comments that it drives very well indeed with no apparent issues to report. 
Once the boost fully kicks in at around 4,000 rpm, these cars are devilishly quick and are renowned for their spry handling thanks to the lowered, stiffened suspension and the lean diet Porsche forced upon the body shell.
All present immensely well inside the engine bay of this car and looks to be highly original. We can heartily recommend this example for those seeking an authentic period homologation special experience.
 

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Auction Details

  • Year1981
  • MakePorsche
  • Model924
  • ColourRed
  • Odometer75,991 Miles
  • Engine size1984cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownTwickenham
  • CountyLondon
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
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