What does SC mean in Porsche?
Super Carrera
The 911 SC (Super Carrera) took the place of the 911 and Carrera models.
What Porsche was in Risky Business?
1979 Porsche 928
It’s the 1979 Porsche 928 “hero” car from “Risky Business,” the 1983 film that launchd the career of actor Tom Cruise. It’s also the car Cruise reportedly learned to drive a stick shift in. The 928 will be offered with No Reserve at the inaugural 2021 Barrett-Jackson Houston Auction.
When did Porsche stop making the 911 SC?
Sales consolidated despite the factory trying to persuade customers to migrate to the (they believed) next generation cars. By 1980, the folly of trying to phase out the 911 was clear and new development produced the Cabriolet. The SC Cabriolet is a rare 911 today but its manually operated roof is fairly crude by later standards.
What to know before buying a Porsche 911?
Porsche 911s need to be driven, not parked and admired. “Make sure it has the service books, and that the chassis number and engine number match the books. Also, steer clear of examples with aftermarket or owner modifications. These can lower the value of the car and also make it harder to resell down the track.”
How much does a 1983 Porsche 911 cost?
If you would like to discuss your Hagerty Insurance policy, please call us at 877-922-9701. **Figure based on a stock 1983 Porsche 911 SC 3.0 valued at $34,500 with OH rates with $100/300K liability/UM/UIM limits. Actual costs vary depending on the coverage selected, vehicle condition, state and other factors.
How many Porsche 911s does Ron Widdison own?
The Three Cs (almost…) Ron Widdison is the editor of the Porsche Car Club magazine of Victoria. After selling his 964 earlier this year (and doubling his investment) he now only owns three 911s – two 993s and a 997. He’s owned ten Porsches over the years, including seven 911s.
What kind of car is a 1983 Porsche 911SC?
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How to get power from a cis 911?
There are two ways to make the 964 setup work: Either acquire a set of actual 964 cams and have the power steering pump drive ground off to make them fit into the 2.7 and 3.0 cam housings, or send you stock CIS cams to Elgin or Web-cam to get reground in the 964 profile (I had mine done through Engine Builders Supply Co. for about $350).
How much does it cost to insure a 1983 Porsche 911?
Only $830 per year to insure this classic with Hagerty** – that’s less than $420 every 6 months. Quote Your Classic Prefer doing business in person? Connect with an agent in your area
What was the purpose of the Porsche 911 CIS?
On the early 911s, the CIS didn’t even operate properly, until the car was warmed up. A hand throttle was a standard part of the car in order to facilitate easier starting and warm-up. On the later model CIS cars, the addition of the auxiliary air valve eliminated the need for the hand throttle.