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1996 Porsche 911 Turbo for sale

In 1994, Porsche unveiled the 993 model, which most collectors consider to be the best of the air-cooled 911 series. It was the successor to the 964 model and the first to get a 6-speed gearbox. It was produced until 1998 and one of them, the 1996 Porsche 911 Turbo, is for sale.

The 911 Turbo is powered by a 3.6 L twin-turbocharged flat-six engine with 402 hp (300 kW) and 398 lb-ft (540 Nm) of torque. Power is sent to all wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission with a limited-slip rear differential. It reaches 60 mph in 4.3 seconds with a top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h). It sits on a set of Silver 18″ Turbo Twist wheels wrapped in 225/40 (front) and 285/30 (rear) Bridgestone Potenza S-04 tires.

The car was purchased new at The Porsche Exchange of Highland Park, Illinois, and has only had one owner. It is finished in Guards Red and is equipped with integrated fog lights, headlight washers, fixed rear spoiler, rear window wiper, stainless steel exhaust outlets, sunroof and automatic brake differential (ABD). In 2014, the exterior was refinished which included the application of a paint protection film to the front body, door sills and rear fenders. It comes with factory literature, service records, car cover, tool kit, charger and sunshade, as well as spare floor mats and magazine articles.

Inside, the heated power-adjustable front seats are upholstered in black leather that covers the dashboard, door panels and center console, as well as the steering wheel. It also has air conditioning, an aluminum gear lever and parking brake lever, Porsche floor mats and cruise control, as well as the Passport 995 radar and laser detector. The odometer reads 76,000 miles, but the exact number cannot be determined with certainty as the odometer was replaced last year.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with factory literature, service records, car cover, tool kit, trickle charger and sunshade, as well as spare floor mats.

The auction ends on November 23, and the current highest bid is $96,993 USD.

Source: Bring a Trailer

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1999 Lamborghini Diablo GTR for sale

In 1998, Lamborghini introduced a limited edition, the Diablo GT. A year later, the Italian automaker unveiled a version constructed to race in the Lamborghini Diablo Supertrophy, the Diablo GT-R. It was produced in only 30 examples and one of them, the 1999 Lamborghini Diablo GTR, is for sale.

The body of the car, which is almost entirely made of carbon fiber, is finished in Superfly Yellow and is in good condition. It is equipped with a massive rear wing, a fully integrated roll cage, Brembo Racing brakes with ventilated/drilled discs with 4 calipers (front) and 2 calipers at the rear, while the interior is bare. One seat and six-point harness remained, and a fire extinguisher and fresh air supply were added, replacing the air conditioner and stereo.

Under the hood is a 6.0 L V12 engine with 590 hp (434 kW) and 472 lb-ft (640 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 5-speed manual gearbox. It reaches 60 mph in 3.5 seconds with a top speed of 210 mph (338 km/h). It sits on a set of 18-inch wheels wrapped in 245/645 R18 (front) and 325/705 R18 (rear) tires.

The Lamborghini Diablo GTR is a collector’s car with only 6,968 kilometers on the odometer. The auction will take place on November 26 and the estimated value of the car is between €775,000 – €875,000 EUR.

Source: RM Sotheby’s

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1985 Ferrari 288 GTO for sale

The beginning of the 80s of the last century was a turning point in the development of Ferrari. The decline in car sales of this Italian supercar manufacturer forced the company to return to its roots, and as a result, the 288 GTO was born. It was produced between 1984 and 1987, and only 272 cars left the assembly line. One of them, a 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO, is up for sale.

Ferrari’s intention was to create a racing car for the road under the new FIA rules for Group B, in which Ferrari competed. However, in the meantime, Group B was cancelled.

The car is in excellent condition, finished in Rosso Corsa, and has only 23,609 km on the odometer. It has the original body, chassis, differential, engine, and gearbox. It was bought in 1985 as new, with air conditioning and power windows, from the factory and was owned by two doctors. By 2012, when it became part of the Gran Turismo Collection, it had changed several owners. In the meantime, it has been properly serviced by authorized service centers.

Although it has American license plates, the car has never entered the United States. It has all the proper documentation and was serviced for the first time by Charles Pozzi S.A. in 1985. In 2010, it was certified by Ferrari Classicha and received its “Red Book”. The same year it was sold to a new owner who serviced the car and repaired the electric window motor. The following year, the engine and gearbox were steam cleaned (DK Engineering), turbochargers were rebuilt and a major service was carried out.

In 2012, the cooling system was repaired, the valve timings were adjusted, a new clutch was installed, the timing and auxiliary belts were replaced, and more. In 2022 the owner paid £4,792 to DK Engineering to reseal the bell housing and replace the clutch release bearing.

When it comes to the powertrain, the 288 GTO is powered by a 2.9 L F114 B 000 twin turbo V8 engine with 395 hp (294 kW) and 366 lb-ft (496 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 5-speed manual gearbox. It reaches 62 mph in 4.9 seconds with a top speed of 190 mph (305 km/h).

The car comes with Ferrari Classiche “Red Book”, Ferrari Owner’s Manual, Sale and Service Organization book, Warranty Card and Owner’s Service Book, toolkit, space saver spare wheel, and jack bag. Price upon request.

Source: RM Sotheby’s