1993 Porsche 968 ClubSport - BONHAMS AUCTIONS Bonhams MPH November Sale Bicester Heritage, Bicester Tuesday 26th November 2019

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Bicester Heritage, Bicester

Tuesday 26th

November 2019

1993 Porsche 968 ClubSport

Registration no. K291BRX

Chassis no. WPOZZZ96ZPS81570

*Former Porsche motor show car

*Un-modified

*Extensive re-paint

Odometer Reading: 80920

MOT Expiry: 18/10/2020

Interest in 968s and especially the ClubSport version has increased dramatically but for intending owners finding a good example can be a challenge. Here is UK-market example that was the Porsche show car, it displays careful ownership throughout its 80,000 miles. As well as the original service book being stamped, all MoT-test certificates have been retained, while recently it was treated to a glass-out re-paint in its original light blue costing £5000. Pleasing un-modified, it represents a fantastic opportunity for the enthusiast seeking one of these true driver's cars.

Footnotes

• Vendor Score Total: 57/100
  
  
  Bidders should note that the automated 100-point Seller's Assessment is provided by each Seller at the point of a consignment using the guidelines below, and is not provided, assessed or verified by Bonhams MPH. Accordingly Customers (Bidders) are on notice that each vehicle is offered "as is / as seen" subject to the Conditions of Sale for the auction, and Customers (Bidders) are strongly recommended to view the Lot(s) being offered, before bidding, in order to satisfy themselves as to their condition; Bonhams MPH will not entertain disputes over Sellers' Assessments.
  
  
  Key for sellers' assessments:
  1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
  2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
  3/5 GOOD. Driveaway | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
  4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
  5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well
  
  
  EXTERIOR TOTAL: 15/25
  Body Work: 3
  Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3
  Glass: 3
  Paint: 3
  Wheels/Tyres: 3
  
  
  INTERIOR TOTAL: 12/20
  Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 3
  Headlining: 3
  Seats: 3
  Trim: 3
  
  
  ENGINE TOTAL: 12/20
  Mechanical components: 3
  Running: 3
  Starting: 3
  Under Bonnet: 3
  
  
  RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 12/20
  Axles: 3
  Brakes: 3
  Gearbox/Clutch: 3
  Suspension: 3
  
  
  ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 6/10
  Ancillary components: 3
  Main components: 3
  
  
  Car History File: Not Disclosed

SOURCE: bonhams.com/auctions/25825/lot/52/

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1980 PORSCHE 968 CLUB SPORT - SILVERSTONE AUCTIONS The Ferrari & Porsche Sale IXL Events Centre Dallas Burston Polo Club Stoneythorpe Estate Southam CV47 2Dl Saturday 21st September 2019

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Stoneythorpe Estate Southam CV47 2Dl

Saturday 21st September 2019

1980 PORSCHE 968 CLUB SPORT

Registration No: K168 YOV 

Chassis No: WPOZZZ96Z05815532

Engine No: 42P02344

Guide Price: £43,000 - £48,000

• A C16, UK 968CS in Grand Prix White supplied by Evans Halshaw Porsche on 6th May 1993
• One of only 179 and with its first keeper until 2014 (21 years)
• Specified from new as a ‘drivers’ car with no creature-comfort options
• Further enhanced; upper and lower bracing bars, rose-jointed rear anti-roll bar links, a lightweight flywheel, a lightweight exhaust system and KW Variant three adjustable coil overs
• 43,300 miles. Recent service including belts, four x Michelin Pilot Sports. Fresh MOT
• Complete with its original handbook, service book, wallet, tool roll and a large history file
• Totally driver-focused, the quintessential Club Sport

The standard 968 was a great all-round sports car but, as a last ‘hurrah' to this enduring lineage, Porsche wanted to create a car tailored more for the pure enthusiast and, in particular, one that would excel in competition. In late 1992, the 968 ‘Club Sport' was introduced and, whilst it was mechanically identical to the standard 968 and shared the same 3.0-litre engine (240bhp and 225lb-ft of torque) and 6-speed gearbox, it differed in a number of important ways. 

This track-focused run-out model adopted the philosophy of ‘less is more' by removing all luxury-related equipment from the basic build specification. With this no-frills approach, less weight, and clever suspension, Porsche could now focus media attention on the Club Sport's fast road and track abilities. As soon as the press got hold of the Club Sport and discovered what a brilliant drivers' car it was, the credibility of the 968 went through the roof. Even Walter Röhrl reckoned it was the best handling car that Porsche made. The CS achieved a 'Performance Car of The Year' award in 1993 from Performance Car magazine in the UK. 

In total, just 1,923 CS examples were produced worldwide, of which only 179 were UK right-hand drive models, making the Club Sport a very rare Porsche indeed. There has been, over the years, a misconception in the motoring press that Club Sports are only Club Sports if they have bucket-seats, wind-up windows, no sunroof, manual hatch, etc., however, the Club Sport was available to order with any number of options-and indeed it frequently was. It's very common to see Club Sports with Recaro cloth comfort sport front seats, electric windows, sunroof, air conditioning, and even rear seats whilst still sporting the 'Club Sport' badge.

However, the first owner of this smart Grand Prix White 968CS was not tempted by the options list and was obviously keen not to dilute its original sporting intent with mere creature comforts. It was delivered by Evans Halshaw Porsche on 6th May 1993 with the optimum specification of factory M030 suspension, adjustable roll bar, larger brakes, and the M220 limited-slip differential. The only other boxes ticked were the deletion of the extended rear shelf, deletion of the decals and the fitting of a set of Sabelt four-point harnesses.

It remained with its original keeper until 2014 when his advancing years precluded the Porsche’s further use but during his ownership he obviously enjoyed utilising the car’s legendary handling and enhanced it further with additional front suspension upper and lower bracing bars, rose-jointed rear anti-roll bar links, a lightweight flywheel, a lightweight exhaust system and he upgraded the Koni suspension to the more sophisticated KW Variant 3 adjustable coil-overs offering better damping and more adjustability. (The original M030 Koni shock absorbers have been rebuilt by Koni and are supplied with the car).

This lovely C16, UK-spec, right-hand drive Clubsport was recently serviced by a marque specialist, and the attention included replacing the cambelt and balance belt, four new Michelin Pilot Sport tyres and a fresh MOT. The current indicated mileage is 43,300 and it’s accompanied by its original handbook, service book, wallet, initial order, tool roll and a large history file.

With its optimum specification and subtle handling enhancements, this sparkling little Club Sport is unashamedly driver-focused which, we would suggest, is exactly what Porsche had in mind.

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28th September 2018

Dallas Burston Polo Ground, 

Stoneythorpe Estate, Southam CV47 2DL, Warwickshire

1994 PORSCHE 968 CLUB SPORT

Registration: L553 KGS

Chassis Number: WP0ZZ96ZSS815061

Engine Number: 42R02266

Number of cylinders: 4

CC: 2994

Year of Manufacture: 1994

RHD/LHD: Right Hand Drive

Estimate (£): 30,000 - 35,000

(+buyer's premium of 15% including VAT @ 20%)

• A UK-delivered (C16) 'Club Sport'. 1 of just 179 RHD UK examples
• Comprehensive history file. Porsche Certificate of Authenticity 
• Invoices totalling £18,000 on maintenance and servicing
• Full book-pack, complete Porsche tool-kit, all keys and immobiliser fobs, original spare wheel 
• A verifiable mileage of only 61,000 miles

Long-term Porsche devotees will be all too familiar with the 968, introduced to the world back in 1991, and as it turned out, was to be the end of the line for Porsche’s enduring front-engined four-cylinder model line.  The 968 was developed directly from the 944, which meant adopting its well-honed and well-proven running gear, whilst presenting a fresh design aesthetic that made it feel like a significantly new model.  

The standard 968 was a great all-round sports car, but as a last ‘hurrah’ to this enduring lineage Porsche wanted to create a car tailored more for the pure enthusiast and, in particular, one that would excel in competition.  In late 1992, the 968 ‘Club Sport’ was introduced and, whilst it was mechanically identical to the standard 968 and shared the same 3.0-litre engine (producing 225lb-ft of torque and 240bhp) and 6-speed gearbox, it differed in a number of important ways. 

This track-focused run-out model adopted the philosophy of ‘less is more’ by removing all luxury-related equipment from the basic build specification.  With the no-frills approach, less weight, and clever suspension, Porsche could now focus media attention on the Club Sport's fast road and track abilities.  As soon as the press got hold of the Club Sport and discovered what a brilliant drivers’ car it was, the credibility of the 968 went through the roof.  Even Walter Röhrl reckoned it was the best handling car that Porsche made.  The CS achieved a 'Performance Car of The Year' award in 1993 from Performance Car magazine in the UK.  

In total, just 1,923 CS examples were produced worldwide, of which only 179 were UK right-hand drive models, making the Club Sport a very rare Porsche indeed.  There has been, over the years, a misconception in the motoring press that Club Sports are only Club Sports if they have bucket-seats, wind-up windows, no sunroof, manual hatch, etc., however, the Club Sport was available to order with any number of options - and indeed it frequently was.  It's very common to see Club Sports with Recaro cloth comfort sport front seats, electric windows, sunroof, air conditioning, and even rear seats whilst still sporting the 'Club Sport' badge - especially in parts of Europe and Australia.

The car presented here is a C16 (UK-delivered) right-hand drive 1994 Porsche 968 Club Sport.  Its CS status is confirmed by its specification, chassis number and accompanying Porsche Certificate of Authenticity.  This striking example, in the much sought-after combination of Black paintwork with red decals, was first registered on 6th June 1994 and pre-delivery inspected and delivered by HR Owen on 11th July 1994.  This particular CS was ordered new with black Recaro cloth comfort seats, central locking, and an electric sunroof.  

The car has covered just 61,000 miles and presents extremely well. According to the vendor it drives as well as it should too, adding that the engine idles quietly and accelerates smoothly, and the gearbox is said to feel exactly as it should swapping cogs with the precision you’d expect from a Porsche. 

The mileage is supported by a comprehensive history file, demonstrating that the car has been maintained to strict standards throughout its life, as evidenced by invoices totalling circa £18,000.  The file indicates that the cambelt was replaced at 47,000 miles, along with the balance belts and PAS belts.  A new clutch and a new dual mass flywheel were fitted at the same time and additionally, the alternator has been replaced and new gearbox mountings fitted.  Other recent work has involved a new windscreen and the steering rack and pump being overhauled. 

Rarely do you come across one of these legendary 968 CS models that is such a complete package.  Details like a full book-pack, a complete Porsche tool-kit, all keys and immobiliser fobs, and an original spare wheel help support this dutiful ownership.

The 944, the 968 and even the 928 are seeing their values rise in the wake of the '911 explosion' and front-engined Porsches are having the Renaissance they richly deserve. This is simply a lovely genuine example of arguably the most coveted front-engined Porsche model and, competitively guided, opens the door into a very exclusive club.

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