1981 | Porsche 924 Carrera GT

Built for speed and precision, this iconic sports car combines raw power with timeless design. Its lightweight build, 210-horsepower turbocharged engine, and signature wide-body styling ensure that every drive is an adrenaline-filled adventure.

Whether you're a collector or a driving enthusiast, the limited-edition 924 Carrera GT offers an unrivaled experience on both road and track. This is not just a car; it’s a piece of Porsche’s racing heritage.

Highlights

• A superb example of “the ultimate 924”

• Single ownership for forty years

• Highly original throughout

• Accompanied by a substantial history file

• 75,000 original miles

Key Features:

• 2.0L Turbocharged inline-4 engine

• 0-60 mph in just 6 seconds

• 5-speed manual transmission

• Distinctive wide-body fenders for enhanced aerodynamics

• Lightweight construction for exceptional handling

• Limited production – only 406 units made, and only 75 Right Hand Drive

Race-Inspired Design

• Wide-Body Fenders: The 924 Carrera GT featured flared wheel arches and wide-body fenders for improved aerodynamics and to accommodate wider wheels and tires, contributing to its aggressive racing look.

• Lightweight Construction: Weighing only 1,180 kg (2,600 lbs), the 924 Carrera GT benefitted from lightweight construction, making it nimble and responsive on the road and track.

• Front-Mounted Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive: Its front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout provided excellent weight distribution and balance, enhancing its handling characteristics.

Distinctive Features

• Turbocharging: Unlike the base 924, which had a naturally aspirated engine, the Carrera GT had a K26 turbocharger, offering a significant performance boost.

• Intercooler: It came equipped with an air-to-air intercooler mounted at the front, helping to manage intake temperatures for the turbocharged engine.

• Suspension & Brakes: The car featured upgraded suspension components and vented disc brakes on all four wheels, providing sharp handling and stopping power.

• 5-Speed Manual Transmission: The 924 Carrera GT came with a 5-speed manual gearbox, ensuring an engaging and precise driving experience.

Aerodynamic Enhancements

• Front Splitter & Rear Spoiler: The Carrera GT was equipped with an integrated front splitter and a distinctive rear spoiler, improving downforce and reducing drag at high speeds.

• Pop-Up Headlights: Like the standard 924, the Carrera GT also had pop-up headlights, which were a signature feature of Porsche's sports cars during that era.

Interior Features

• Sporty Cabin: Inside, the 924 Carrera GT had a minimalist and race-focused interior with bucket seats, a three-spoke steering wheel, and clear instrumentation. Comfort was secondary to performance.

• No-Frills Design: While it retained some basic comfort features, much of the interior was designed to be lightweight, with fewer luxury add-ons than standard models.

• This model is extremely rare as it is a non sunroof car with air conditioning.

Porsche's First Front-Engined Turbocharged Sports Car

• It was Porsche’s first front-engine, turbocharged sports car, marking a shift in Porsche's engineering approach compared to its rear-engine sports cars like the 911.

• The Carrera GT was based on the 924 Turbo (also known as the 931), but with significant performance improvements, both mechanically and visually, making it a more hardcore version of the 924 Turbo.

The Condition

• Commendably original inside and out

• Guards Red paintwork in very good overall condition

• Smart original bodywork retaining the correct polyurethane elements 

• Smart trim, badging, lights and glass

• Pop-up headlamps in good working order

• The striped cloth upholstery is not worn or showing any signs of damage

• The plastics and dashboard present well

Features

• 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

• Hirschmann Ariel

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

• Original Porsche book pack and service/warranty booklet

• Original driver’s manual and service centre handbook

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

This Porsche 924 Carrera GT is now considered a highly collectible classic, admired for its rarity, racing pedigree, and contribution to Porsche’s turbocharged performance lineup. For further enquiries, contact Charles on 01425489575 or sales@classicconnection.co.uk. Any inspection welcome and delivery available. £74,995.