1992 Porsche 968 Coupe

Description

The zenith of Porsche's long-running front-engined, four-cylinder 924 and 944 series was the 968, introduced in 1992. Starting as an evolution of the 3.0-liter 944 S2, Porsche boasted that the 968 ended up being 80 percent new. Production of the new 968 was now based in Porsche's own Zuffenhausen factory as opposed to Audi's Neckarsulm plant, which had been utilized for the 924 and 944. Sharing the front-engine/rear transaxle layout of its predecessor, the Porsche 968 was wrapped in fresh bodywork that was the product of original 924 designer Harm Lagaay. The updated styling had many inspirations drawing from the 928 at the front while offering more integrated rear-end styling. In fact, the Coupe was commonly contrasted with the Porsche 959 supercar in 1990s factory advertising.

Recently featured in the 2022 Hagerty Bull Market List, the Porsche 968 is a modern collectible that has seen rapid growth in popularity in recent years. With its unique combination of speed, practicality, and low production numbers it’s easy to see why. This early-production, manual transmission 968 Coupe presented with stock appearance presents an intriguing entry into Porsche ownership.

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Highlights

• An early production example featuring a recessed hood badge, larger edged rear emblem, and crossed gloves on the engine bay glove box compartment

• Equipped with a six-speed manual transmission

• Finished in sleek Black exterior which the consignor reports was repainted in 2008 due to fading

• Partial Black leather “LT” interior

• Powered by a 3.0-liter dual-overhead-camshaft four-cylinder engine with a reprogrammed ECU chip

• 156 miles-per-hour top track speed

• Pop-up variable focal point halogen headlights

• Seventeen-inch Cup 2- style five-spoke light-alloy wheels

• Upgraded Sach racing clutch and lightweight flywheel kit

• Front strut tower brace and upgraded sway bars

• Clear top power steering fluid reservoir

• Accompanied by a clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

• According to information confirmed by two previous owners, the odometer of this vehicle was reportedly replaced around 100k miles

• Please note that while the odometer displays 24,102 miles at the time of cataloging, the true mileage is unknown due to the odometer being replaced under previous ownership

Features

The option code tag shows the car as being equipped from the factory with the following:

• 437/438 - Dual full power (8-way) seats

• 454 - Cruise Control

• 490 - Hi-Fi Sound System / Speakers

• 494 - Amplifier

• 650 - Sunroof

• 691 - CD Radio

Additional Features Include:

• Hydraulically operated single-plate clutch

• Independent front and rear suspension

• Power-assisted rack and pinion steering

• Dual knock-sensor system

• Fully integrated electronic ignition

• Air conditioning with automatic climate control

• Leather-covered steering wheel and gearshift lever boot

• Backlit analog instrumentation with tachometer, oil pressure, fuel level, coolant temperature, battery charge gauges w/ corresponding warning lights

• Updated head unit

• Trip odometer

• Power windows

• Cruise control

• Electronic hatch release

• Rear window defroster

• Roof-mounted antenna

• Analog quartz-clock

• Interior lights with delayed shut-off

• Dual sun visors with mirrors

• Under-hood storage compartment

• Electronically adjustable exterior mirrors

• Electronic rear window wiper

Known Imperfections

• Slow power steering leak

• Transaxle shaft seals leak

• Upon inspection, a car specialist notes that the vehicle would benefit from a paint correction

Included

• Owner’s manual set

• Maintenance/Warranty books

• Tool kit

• Tire inflator

• Spare tire

• Service gloves

Ownership History

According to the accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report, this vehicle was acquired by the current owner in April of 2013, who has since enjoyed this Porsche 968 for over ten years in Indiana.

Additional Information

A Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.

Contact: Kevin Kovac Phone: 224.595.9201 email: kkovac@hagerty.com

Optional vehicle service contract available for $575. Learn more about the program here. *Sales tax may be applicable.