
£45,000 - £55,000
1982 Porsche 911 SC 3.0 Coupé
United Kingdom • 21 Mar 2026 • Lot 375
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Porsche 911SC features a 3.0-liter engine with upgraded throttle bodies and Bilstein dampers. It has been maintained by marque specialists and comes with a comprehensive history file, making it a sought-after air-cooled classic.

Condition
8
Excellent overall condition mentioned.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
WPOZZZ91ZCS101034
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
RLJ 813X
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Introduced in 1978, the 911SC was powered by a 180bhp, 3.0-litre six with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection and a 5-speed (915) transmission
This Guards Red example is offered from long-term enthusiast ownership, during which time the car has benefitted from consistent and diligent maintenance by recognised marque specialists including Cavendish Porsche, Tuthill Porsche and Performance Porsche Klassiker
Sensibly enhanced during current custodianship with the installation of Jenvey individual throttle bodies, improving throttle response, drivability and overall performance characteristics
Further dynamic improvements include upgraded Bilstein dampers resulting in sharper handling whilst preserving the inherent balance and usability for which the 3.0 SC is renowned
Discreet LED lighting upgrades have been installed, improving both visibility and safety whilst subtly enhancing the car’s external presentation
Accompanied by a comprehensive history file including stamped service records and a...
Points of note
£10,907
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£47,476
Median Price (Since 2020)
£208,131
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Mar 15 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
104,454 miles
Registration Date
1982-01-01
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 16 2026 with 104,454 miles
Passed
On May 15 2025 with 104,145 miles
Passed
On May 07 2024 with 103,657 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Failed
On May 07 2024 with 103,654 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Major:
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Passed
On May 18 2022 with 102,904 miles
Passed
On Feb 25 2021 with 102,188 miles
Passed
On Aug 08 2019 with 99,550 miles
Passed
On Aug 30 2018 with 99,498 miles
Passed
On Jul 27 2017 with 98,707 miles
Failed
On Jul 25 2017 with 98,707 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed
On Aug 24 2016 with 98,026 miles
Passed
On Aug 06 2015 with 97,946 miles
Passed
On May 16 2015 with 97,927 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
User Entered:
- NSF tyre geting low on inner edge
- Slight play in NSF wheel
- Slight play in OSF wheel
Passed
On Mar 08 2014 with 97,087 miles
Failed
On Nov 08 2012 with 96,316 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- n/s/f brake slightly binding
- un-able to see front and rear brake pads
Passed
On Nov 08 2012 with 96,316 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- n/s/f brake slightly binding
- un-able to see front and rear brake pads
Passed
On Nov 02 2011 with 95,492 miles
Passed
On Nov 11 2010 with 94,434 miles
Failed
On Nov 05 2010 with 94,422 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
Passed
On Nov 06 2009 with 93,757 miles
Failed
On Nov 04 2009 with 93,743 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Failed
On Oct 22 2008 with 92,966 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Passed
On Oct 22 2008 with 92,966 miles
Passed
On Nov 02 2007 with 89,273 miles
Failed
On Nov 01 2007 with 89,271 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
- Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
- Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On Oct 25 2006 with 83,815 miles

























