One of just 86 ever made, this 964 911 Turbo S Leichtbau is special for more than one reason, and we want it
This rare slice of Stuttgart metal is one you really don’t see or hear about very often, though. It’s not as overtly special as some of the cheaper machines up for grabs at the Silverstone Auctions May Sale, but it’s a gem to those who know. It’s a 1993 911 Turbo S ‘Leichtbau’, or Lightweight. Some say it means more like ‘Light Build’ but the literal translation works for us. Just 86 examples of the 964-era car were ever built, of which this is number 51. Even in black it’s stunning. Just don’t look at the interior, or the 1990s cool might overwhelm you. Oh, go on then, but don’t say we didn’t warn you:
What made it special wasn’t just the scarcity; it was the weight-saving measures. Some 180kg was chopped out of the regular Turbo to create the first globally-sold Porsche to wear the S suffix. It comes with a Porsche certificate of authenticity, lots of history and a price tag that says ‘no, no you can’t afford me.’ The lower estimate is £475,000, but sensible bids could reach £575,000, according to the auctioneers.
(CarThrottle.com)
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