Porsche 911 SC RS – A Rare Rally Racing Model

For Porsche collectors, an extremely rare model that is highly coveted will be auctioned next month.
The star of this event is the Porsche 911 SC RS. This model is a special edition rally racing car of which only 21 units were ever produced. It can be regarded as the ancestor of the latest 992-generation 911 Dakar.

On October 12, 2024, at the Chattanooga Motorcar Festival in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Broad Arrow Auctions will hold an auction featuring rare collector cars. Among them, the Porsche 911 SC RS is attracting the most attention.

 

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Features of the 911 SC RS – Pursuing Lightweight and High Performance

The 911 SC RS (also known as the “Evolution Series”) looks at first glance like a regular 911. However, it is packed with numerous racing specifications under the surface.

Specifically, it features:

・Lightweight aluminum body parts
・Fiberglass bumpers
・Thoroughly stripped-down interior for weight reduction
・Total weight of just 980 kg
・3.0-liter engine producing 250 to 270 horsepower
・0-100 km/h acceleration in 4.9 seconds

Thanks to these features, the 911 SC RS stands apart as a high-performance rally machine unlike any standard 911.

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Provenance of the 911 SC RS Being Auctioned

The 911 SC RS up for auction is the very last of the 21 units produced. Originally built for the South African market, it eventually came into the possession of the racing team owned by Tycho Christian van Dijk.

This car participated in a rally event only once in 1984, finishing 14th out of 158 competitors. Since then, it has been carefully preserved, with the current mileage being only about 5,200 km.

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High Praise from Experts

Jürgen Barth, winner of the 1976 Le Mans 24 Hours and former director of Porsche’s customer racing division, has left an intriguing comment about this 911 SC RS.

In a report prepared for the current owner, Barth highlights the exceptional preservation of the car. He notes that the matching numbers on the engine and transmission are proof that this historic car has been meticulously cared for over the years.

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Due to its rarity and excellent condition, the auction organizers expect the 911 SC RS to fetch at least 3.5 million USD (approximately 500 million yen).

Among Porsche collectors, it is extremely rare for such a model to come to market, making this a hot topic. The 911 SC RS holds a special place in Porsche’s history, and all eyes are on the auction results.

This rare car embodying Porsche’s racing heritage will be closely watched by Porsche fans to see what price it commands and how it will be cherished by its new owner.