A genuine UK-supplied Porsche 968 Sport, ‘SJI 1248’ is finished in Riviera Blue, which most enthusiasts would agree is the best colour for the best version of one of the best-handling cars of its era.

This one was also previously owned by Andrew Frankel, widely regarded as one of the best motoring writers of his era too.

Which makes it a very special example.

Fitted with the Luxury pack comprising Recaro ‘Comfort’ front seats , a r ear seat, electric windows, sunroof, electric tailgate release, thicker glass, and extra soundproofing, it’s essentially a Club Sport with an extra layer of civility.

Which hasn’t hampered its dynamic ability one iota: Andrew Frankel tested it alongside a Porsche 918 Spyder and wrote that his 968 and Porsche’s hypercar always finished the Scottish Highland routes at the same time, which is remarkable given the disparity in their age and power.

Interestingly, his brother owned it first, selling it to a cardiologist friend of theirs who lived on the Isle ...