1992 Porsche 968 Cabriolet

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

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.

Featured in the 2022 Hagerty Bull Market List, the Porsche 968 is a modern collectable that has seen rapid growth in popularity in recent years. As the final iteration of Porsche’s perfectly balanced front-engined sports car, this 968 is a car designed and built for drivers. An intriguing choice for anyone seeking entry-level vintage performance, it is clear why Hagerty believes the Porsche 968 is “poised for growth.”

Highlights 

• Offered from The Peters Family Collection 

• Just under 21,000 miles at the time of cataloging, believed to be original 

• Finished in classic Guards Red (L80K) over a Cashmere and Black partial leather (LC) interior  

• Ordered as an open topped Cabriolet, the most costly version of the Porsche 968 in 1992 

• Factory ordered options when new included: 

  • 403 – 17-inch 964 Cup-look wheels 

  • 454 – Cruise Control 

  • 490 – Sound System 

  • 494 – Additional amplifier 

  • 691 – CD-radio Porsche/Alpine CD-2 

• Debut year of the 968, final iteration of the front-engined, rear transaxle Porsche platform 

• Introduction of Porsche’s VarioCam variable-valve timing, producing 236-horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque 

• One of the largest-displacement four-cylinder engines ever used in a modern production car; 11.0:1 compression 

• Handsome styling featuring exposed, forward tilting pop-up headlights 

• Ample amounts of storage in the form of a rear trunk, rear storage cubbies, and luggage platforms located behind the seats 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features 

• Zero to 60 in 6.3 seconds and a top track speed of 156 mph 

• Power operated canvas Cabriolet top 

• Air-conditioning 

• Power electric windows 

• Leather covered four-spoke steering wheel 

• Power steering 

• Integrated fog lights 

• Retains its original CD-2 head unit 

• Central locking and electric boot release 

• Four wheel power disc brakes 

• Independent front coil springs, independent rear semi trailing arms 

Known Imperfections 

• Faded / yellowed rear convertible window 

• Minor scratch behind the left rear wheel 

• Paint blemish near the passenger’s-side headlight 

• Minor paint chip on front bumper 

• Passenger side skirt is loose 

• Small scuff on passenger side rear rocker 

• Rubber seals around door handles are deteriorated 

• Passenger headlight does not pop up 

• Driver side fog light out 

Included 

• Window sticker 

• Owner’s manuals 

• Toolkit 

• Spare wheel 

• Color-coordinated Black canvas boot cover 

• Touch-up paint 

• Floor mat clips in bag 

Ownership History

The original window sticker for this 1992 Porsche 968 shows that it was originally sold via Sun-West Porsche of Phoenix, Arizona clean at a cost of just over $55,000. The clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report confirms this with later registrations in Ohio, Illinois, most recently joining The Peters Family Collection in Texas in November 2016.

Additional Notes

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

Contact: Cason Vogel Phone: 904.504.7848 email: cvogel@hagerty.com