The Pacific Blue Metallic finish plays off of the black anodized exterior trim well, and a set of Fuchs alloy wheels with polished lips and black centers give this car the quintessential 80s 911 look. Sitting up front is a set of Bosch fog lamps hidden under covers beneath the front bumper, and in the rear, a wiper for the rear window means that this car could easily serve daily driving duties if you so desired. This 911 SC was also optioned with a sunroof, which is a welcome addition when the weather is sunny. In 2015, this 911 was subject to a full respray which was clearly professionally done as the car presents quite nicely.
Moving inside the car and the interior is classic 911- simple yet containing everything you need to enjoy the drive. During the 2015 freshening, the car’s black leather interior was reupholstered by Ferraresi and shows minimal wear throughout. A period-correct Blaupunkt cassette head unit sits in the dashboard, and upgraded speakers have been installed in the door cards. This car is fitted with a factory air conditioning system, but its current operational status is unknown.
Sitting behind the passengers is a 3.0-liter air-cooled flat-6 that is rated from the factory at 172 horsepower and 189 lb-ft of torque. The engine was also rebuilt in 2015, at which time the odometer was set back to 0, meaning that the car has covered just over 7,000 km since completion of the work. Open the engine bay, and you are greeted with a clean and honest engine compartment, making it clear that even before the rebuild was carried out, this was a very well cared for example. This engine is connected to a “915” 5-speed manual transaxle, a gearbox known for retaining the classic 911 feel, and tends to be an enthusiast choice when it comes to these G-Body 911s.
It doesn’t matter if you are dipping your toe into the air-cooled 911 world for the first time or a seasoned expert, the 911 SC is without a doubt one of the most well-rounded 911s of the classic era. Offering a true analog driving experience, paired with more than enough comfort and refinement for touring, it is no surprise that most of these cars have logged enormous miles throughout their lives. This example is particularly desirable thanks to its unique color combination and recent mechanical reconditioning, meaning it will provide years of enjoyment with little concern.
Produced between 1974 and 1989, the G-Body 911 is one of the most recognizable variants of the famed Porsche sports car and, without a doubt, one of the best to drive. Built between 1974 and 1989, the G-Body 911s came in numerous variants, with the most visceral version being the Super Carrera- better known as SC- built between 1978 and 1983. Powered by a 3.0-liter Flat-6, the SC is regarded for its unfiltered driving experience, exceptional durability, and practicality. There is a reason that when you look for this generation of 911, many of them have mileage deep into the 6-figures, they are exceptionally dependable and fun to drive as well.