Lot 130: Porsche 968 Coupe

The 968 actually started development as a 944 "S3", set to replace the "S2" variant, which had been introduced in 1989. However, so many of the 944's components were modified or replaced, during the development stages that Porsche decided to introduce it as a completely new model, hence the 968 nameplate. Production was moved from the Audi plant in Neckarsulm (where the 924 and 944 had been manufactured under contract to Porsche), to Porsche's own factory in Zuffenhausen.The 968 was powered by an updated version of the 944's straight-4 engine, now displacing 3.0 L and producing 240 PS (236 hp/177 kW). Changes to the 968's drivetrain also included the VarioCam variable valve timing system, newly-optimised induction and exhaust systems, a dual-mass flywheel, and updated engine management electronics. The 968's engine was the second-largest 4-cylinder ever offered in a production car, and the most powerful naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder engine ever sold in a production motor car at that time. A new 6-speed manual transmission was offered, as well as a dual-mode Tiptronic automatic.Offered here is a 1993 example of the 968, which is equipped with the optional Tiptronic, automatic transmission and has covered a mere 54000 miles from new. The car is finished in midnight blue with grey leather and is offered complete with documented support of the mileage, full service history, plus current MoT and Tax.Described as being in beautiful condition throughout, the car is equipped with factory fitted, electric sunroof, anti theft alarm and a CD multichanger.