Porsche 911 3.0 'Special Build' 1982

GT3 Spirit. Air Cooled Soul.

Had Porsche been making a GT3 in the early 1980s, we think this would be it.

At just 1,000 kg, with 245 bhp from a 3.0-litre flat-six breathing through ECU-controlled throttle bodies, this is a car built around the pleasure of driving. Everything about it feels focused, responsive and deeply involving — a very serious air-cooled 911, without the need to shout about it.

Hand built by the team here at Williams Crawford c. 4,000 miles ago to the following specification:

• A completely rebuilt 3.0 engine; new bearings, chains, guides, valve springs, 95mm JE pistons, DC40’s Camshafts from the USA. All new oil pipes, thermostat & fuel lines fitted. AT Power direct-to-head throttle bodies, stand alone DTA S60 ECU, stainless steel SSI exhaust, lightweight flywheel and new clutch kit. 40% ZF limited slip differential. Transmission control is improved with re-bushed linkage and WEVO 915 Classic shifter.
• The body has been stripped and refurbished, with particular attention paid to getting that weight down to 1000 kg. After repainting in the original Guards red, all new seals were fitted along with an alloy front lid and a GRP Ducktail rear spoiler lid. A glass fibre rear bumper was mounted, leaving off the heavy bumper buffers. You might notice that the bumpers were tucked in closer to the body, the headlamp wash was discarded and Cup mirrors fitted. The oil lines were removed from under the right sill, and now braided lines run through the sills. The jacking points were removed, and strengthening added to the suspension mounts for the EXE-TC installation.
• The suspension features sophisticated EXE-TC competition coilover suspension, set for fast road use. This features twin tube front struts, rear shocks and adjustable coilovers. Joints were polybushed and turbo tie-rods fitted. Suspension was aligned to a bespoke road setting, and the car was corner balanced for a driver of 90 kg.
• Brakes are by Carbon 12. Black anodised 6 pot aluminium calipers up front, and 4 pot rear, with 300mm x 28mm Carbon 12 discs and Ferodo Racing pads.
• The original 16 inch Fuchs alloys were correctly refinished, which is no small job. Stripped, polished, re-anodised and then painted just like the factory did (albeit on earlier models) with the polished petals, and 5 mm spacers fitted. Pirelli tyres all round (205/50/R16 front and 225/45/R16 rear).
• On the inside, the original electric sunroof and electric windows remain, but the heavy standard seats were replaced with fabulous Recaro Sportster CS, which tilt forward to allow access to the rear seats. Seats, doors, rear shelf and dash were refinished in quality black leather with Alcantara. The headlining was replaced with ivory. Lightweight door panels, reminiscent of an RS, lightweight black carpet and Rennline alloy pedal board finish the interior. A period appearance Blaupunkt DOHA 112 BT stereo with Kenwood speakers give modern performance. Under the carpet, lightweight sound deadening allows the occupants to travel in comfort.
• In the luggage compartment you will see a Rennline strut brace, lightweight washer bottle and original spare wheel.

This 911 is for those who enjoy something subtle, but different – drivers who value feel, precision and the pleasure of driving above absolute originality. It’s not aimed at someone seeking a car exactly as it left the factory, but rather one that has been thoughtfully developed with a clear purpose in mind.

For the right person, it makes complete sense – a car that rewards commitment, not compromise.

UK delivery and Worldwide export available.