Porsche 959 Komfort, 1987
Porsche 959
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Chassis No.: WP0ZZZ95ZHS900019
$2,310,000 | Sold
- Odometer: 3,521 miles
- Transmission: Manual
- Exterior: Graphite Metallic
- Interior: Gray
- Odometer reads 3,521 miles
- Unrestored
- 1 of only 292 Porsche 959s ever produced
- Twin-turbocharged 2.8L flat 6-cylinder engine
- 6-speed manual transmission
- All-wheel drive
- Special 17-inch lightweight magnesium wheels
- Power windows
- Heated power sport seats
- Alarm system
- Porsche Certificate of Authenticity
- Imported into the U.S. in the early 2000s following its purchase from the TC Collection of Japan
- Modified in the early 2000s by Canepa to meet U.S. emissions standards
- Subsequently serviced by Canepa in 2012 and 2015
- Accompanied by a binder of photos documenting the 2015 Canepa service, as well as Canepa service records
- Owner’s manual and repair manual
A stunning expression of Porsche’s technical excellence and the marque’s unwavering commitment to racing domination, the 959 pushed the limits of design, engineering and technology, and continues to amaze all who experience it, some 40 years after it entered production. Based upon a highly modified galvanized bodyshell derived from that of the 930 Turbo, the 959 was radically modified and updated. Pushing the limits of design, engineering, and materials science, the 959 featured lightweight bodywork including aluminum, polyurethane and the first automotive production use of extremely strong, yet light DuPont Kevlar.
Extensive wind-tunnel testing applied to the 959 yielded zero lift, high downforce, and optimal intake and cooling airflow. Underpinnings featured three ride-height positions, three shock-dampening settings, microprocessor-controlled ABS brakes with ventilated and cross-drilled discs, and new “run-flat” tires. The 959’s 2849cc flat-6 featured water-cooled cylinder heads, twin sequential turbochargers, and intercooling to deliver a stunning 450 brake-horsepower rating. Power was transmitted through an electronically-controlled all-wheel-drive system. Top speed nudged 200 MPH, with blinding acceleration, tenacious handling and anchor-like braking to match.
According to Excellence magazine, 339 examples of the 959 were built, including 16 prototypes, 21 “Vorseries” pre-production cars, 255 “Komfort” street models, 37 Sport models, and a final run of eight built in 1992 from remaining parts stores. Even at some $300,000 new, the per-car cost to manufacture was double, rendering the 959 “Porsche’s gift to its favorite customers.” Unrestored and offered with the odometer reading 3,521 miles at the time of writing, this 959 Komfort model is equipped with power windows, heated and power-adjustable sport seats, and an alarm system.
Riding on special lightweight 17-inch magnesium wheels, this iconic and rare 959 represents, quite likely, the ultimate modern classic Porsche model.
Cost
8,483,475 AED
