Porsche aficionados, brace yourselves for a rare gem: a vintage 911 Turbo boasting a distinctive slant-nose modification, reminiscent of the iconic 935 race car. This unique find, now featured on Bring a Trailer, blends street prowess with racing allure and is available for auction until Tuesday, April 9.
Crafted under Porsche’s exclusive Sonderwunsch program, translating to “special wishes,” this 911 Turbo underwent a bespoke transformation, showcasing 944-sourced pop-up headlights to emulate the sleek profile of the revered 935 racers. For enthusiasts who came of age in the 1980s, owning a slant-nose 911 Turbo was the epitome of automotive desire, a dream machine coveted for its distinctive aesthetics and performance pedigree.
The spotlight falls on a 1982 model, the very same specimen that graced the cover of a February issue back in 1983. Originally imported into the U.S. in 1982, this meticulously customized Turbo was a pioneering presence.
The Porsche represents the pinnacle of Porsche’s engineering prowess. Priced at $95,000 upon its debut (equivalent to $295,000 today), this automotive masterpiece rivaled the likes of Ferrari and Lamborghini in both style and speed.
Under the hood lies a potent 3.3-liter air-cooled flat-six engine, turbocharged to deliver an estimated 335 horsepower, with the potential for even greater performance thanks to an adjustable boost controller reminiscent of the legendary 935. Notably, despite U.S. emissions tuning, this Turbo managed a speed run reaching 160 mph, hinting at its untapped capabilities.
Visually arresting, the 911 Turbo sports wide rear arches enveloping 15-inch BBS wheels, adorned with Pirelli tires, while the iconic “tea tray” rear whale tail adds a touch of vintage Porsche charm. Finished in timeless Guards Red and complemented by a luxurious tan interior, this slant-nose Turbo exudes timeless appeal and remains an emblem of Porsche’s enduring legacy in automotive excellence.
