1978 Porsche 911 SC Coupe
The 911 SC effectively replaced the 911 S and was one of Porsche’s first models that was meant for the international market. It was sold as a cheaper alternative to the 911 Turbo.
The SC used an unblown version the 930 Turbo unit that offered 180 to 200 bhp depending on model year.
Options included the rear whale tail, front chin spoiler, Bilstein dampers, 16 inch wheels with Pirelli P7 tires and sports seats. Sometimes dealers lumped these options together to create their own sport package.
In Detail
type | Series Production Car |
production years | 1978 – 1983 |
built at | Stuttgart, Germany |
price $ | $ 17,950 |
engine | 930/03 Flat 6 |
position | Rear Longitudinal |
aspiration | Natural |
valvetrain | SOHC |
displacement | 2994 cc / 182.7 in³ |
bore | 95.0 mm / 3.74 in |
stroke | 70.4 mm / 2.77 in |
compression | 8.5:1 |
power | 134.2 kw / 180 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
specific output | 60.12 bhp per litre |
bhp/weight | 150.0 bhp per tonne |
torque | 265 nm / 195.5 ft lbs @ 4200 rpm |
body / frame | Unit Steel |
front tires | 205/55VR-16 |
rear tires | 225/50VR-16 |
front brakes | Vented Discs w/ Vacuum Assist |
front wheels | F 40.6 x 15.2 cm / 16.0 x 6.0 in |
rear wheels | R 40.6 x 17.8 cm / 16.0 x 7.0 in |
steering | Rack & Pinion |
curb weight | 1200 kg / 2646 lbs |
wheelbase | 2271 mm / 89.4 in |
front track | 1361 mm / 53.6 in |
rear track | 1367 mm / 53.8 in |
length | 4290 mm / 168.9 in |
width | 1610 mm / 63.4 in |
height | 1341 mm / 52.8 in |
transmission | 915/44 5-Speed Manual |
gear ratios | 3.18:1, 1.83:1, 1.26:1, 1.00:1, 0.82:1 |
final drive | 3.88:1 |
top speed | ~202.8 kph / 126.0 mph |
0 – 60 mph | ~6.3 seconds |
0 – 100 mph | ~17.6 seconds |
0 – 1/4 mile | ~15.3 seconds |
Auction Sales History
1975 Porsche 911SC Carrera 2,7. According to its accompanying Porsche Zertifikat, this car was originally sold in Italy with the following extras: Grand Prix White paintwork; black ‘Carrera’ side lettering; and a sliding steel sunroof. Recent works, carried out in the autumn of 2012, included overhauling the brakes and fitting a new alternator, wheel bearings and tyres (invoices available). Said to be rust-free and undamaged, the car at some time has been repainted in its original colour. The black leather interior in described as in very good condition and both the gearbox and electrics are said to function normally. Auction Source: 2013 Les Grandes Marques du Monde au Grand Palais