One to Buy: 76,000km from new 1994 Porsche 968 Club Sport
Although commercially the early 1990s was Porsche’s nadir, during this troubled period the company still produced a wide array of critically acclaimed and now much sought after models.
Perhaps the most accessible of these is the 968 Club Sport which was launched at the Paris Motor Show in October 1992 and that swept to victory in many subsequent performance car of the year awards.
Created to stimulate demand that was otherwise lacking for the ageing 968 range, the Club Sport was a simplified bare bones special stripped of most superfluous luxuries in favour of light weight performance parts.
Porsche produced 1923 examples of the Club Sport between 1992 and ‘95, just 19 of which were originally destined for the Australian market.
One of these 19 examples is currently on offer with Classic Throttle Shop in Sydney.
Unusually configured with a Polar Silver exterior (most Club Sports were bright yellows and blues), this particular example was also specified without a sunroof which makes it particularly desirable. Recaro bucket seats and air-conditioning were other significant features originally fitted.
The car was delivered new via Hamiltons of Victoria in May 1995, since which time it has accumulated a little over 76,000km.
Now offered freshly serviced and in spectacular condition, this nicely optioned low mileage 968 Club Sport would make an excellent addition to most collections.
Reprinted below is Classic Throttle Shop’s description:
Polar Silver
6 Speed Manual
76,210km
£71,265
The front-engine revolution that breathed new life into Zuffenhausen in the 1970's led to some of the best Porsche's ever built.
Following on from the 924 & 944 success both in production and motorsport, the 1990's saw the last incarnation of the inline, 4 cylinder models - the Porsche 968.
For the 1993 Model Year, Porsche introduced a Clubsport version, tailor made for the driving enthusiast to excel on the racetrack and be competitive in motorsport. Striking in appearance, Clubsport's were made available in Speed Yellow, Guards Red, Grand Prix White, Maritime Blue and Black with colour coded wheels, race seats and "Clubsport" side Decals.
With its 240bhp, low weight of just 1,320kgs, revised chassis including bigger brakes & sway bars and reduction in ride height of 20mm, it was the way the Clubsport handled that really impressed. Sprinting from 0-100 in just 5.9 seconds and a top speed of 260km/h, anyone that has spent some time behind the wheel of a CS will understand just how balanced a performance package it is.
Delivered new by Hamiltons, Victoria in May of 1995, CTS is pleased to offer this spectacular conditioned Porsche 968 Clubsport.
Finished in Polar Silver with Black Clubsport decals this rare car features Recaro sports front seats, Silver finished 17” Cup 2 design alloys and automatic climate control and graduated tint.
Fastidiously kept serviced from Porsche specialist centres and the last 2 done by Autohaus Hamilton, the most recent of which was at 76,210 kms in May 2023, this 968 Clubsport has had the right tools turned by the right specialists since day dot.
One of just 19 cars made available for the Australian market this car will suit the most discerning enthusiast and collector.
The 968 Clubsport has long been a hot tip among classic car experts as a great investment. With this variant, Porsche created one of the best cars they ever built. It also created a cult classic in the process, cementing it as a true 90’s superstar, one that will always be coveted and continue to drive appreciation.
With such a limited number of Australian delivered cars, and in superb condition this is an opportunity not to be missed.
