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£56,398 (Est: £113,468 - £151,290)
1978 Porsche 924 Turbo ex-Monte-Carlo / Safari Rally
United States • 7 Mar 2026 • Lot 228
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1979 Porsche 924 Turbo was factory-supported and driven in the Monte Carlo and Safari rallies. It's an original "as-raced" artifact, acquired directly from Jürgen Barth, making it a unique piece for Porsche collectors, offered with its original paperwork and a spare engine.
Condition
6
The car is described as an incredibly original "as-raced" artifact, implying it retains its original wear and tear from racing events. The listing notes that it's likely in 'Good' condition, with moderate wear on the exterior, interior, and/or wheels from its use in rallies like Monte Carlo and Safari. It may have a few small dents, light paint scratches, or noticeable curb marks. Some reconditioning is required.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
9248100015
Odometer:
34,425 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Factory-supported entry piloted by Janda/Ristl (Wü-S 5548) in the 1979 Rallye Monte-Carlo (#48) and Safari Rally (#26) in Datacom colors.
Historic early factory effort championed by Jürgen Barth and Roland Kussmaul to race Porsche's new transaxle cars.
Initially registered as one of the first 924 Turbo (Type 931) factory development vehicles.
The first homologated front-engine turbocharged Porsche racing car.
Later acquired by the famous French Porsche distributor Sonauto to attempt the Paris-Dakar.
Acquired directly from Jürgen Barth by the consignor, a noted collector of “one-off” Porsches.
Offered with its original German Fahrzeugbrief, historic paperwork, a spare turbocharged engine (see text), and an impressive digital history file.
An incredibly original “as-raced” artifact of Porsche's late 1970s rally ambitions.
An exciting entry for Ferdi Porsche's FAT International Ice Races in the United States and Zell am See, Austria.
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£1,736
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£10,108
Median Price (Since 2020)
£70,875
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