the 930
will always hold a special place in the heart of many a Porsche enthusiast, despite its slightly wayward road manners in comparison with both naturally aspirated 911s and some of the later Turbos. Prices are gently rising at the moment, and will likely continue to do so, so the 930 fits the ‘investment’ criterion well.
Expect to pay between £35,000 and £45,000 for a good, solid example, whether in early 260hp 3.0-litre or 1977-onward, 300hp 3.3-litre form; be aware that structural rust is an issue on the 930, though, so a full vehicle inspection is worthwhile. Accident repairs are a likely factor; if they’ve been done well, they shouldn’t necessarily be a turn-off. “Always inspect them, and go on the condition that the car is in now as this is often more important than such things as historical colour changes,” says Darren from RPM Technik. “A good service history doesn’t make a good 930.” A “flat-nose” Turbo SE, meanwhile, commands a significant premium over the standard car.
you want the original 911 Turbo; it’s an investment purchase; you’re willing to accept that you might have to sacrifice originality for condition
you’re looking for the ultimate 911 Turbo driving experience; you’re not prepared to stay on top of corrosion; you can’t live with the 'idiosyncratic' ergonomics
1986 Porsche 911 Turbo
, silver metallic, heated seats, comprehensive history, concours rosette - £39,995
Price Guide –
Poor: £25,000
Good: £35-45,000
A1: £55,000+ (higher with lower mileage)
Turbo SE: roughly £10-15,000 more than equivalent 930 Turbo