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Because of Homologation regulations Porsche intended to market a new turbocharged version of the 911 as a street legal race vehicle like the 1973 Carrera 2.7 RS. But as homologation rules changed Porsche continued to develop the car. Porsche thought that a fully-equipped turbocharged 911 would compete with the exclusive, expensive Ferrari and Lamborghini cars. It proved to be a good platform for racing vehicles and became the basis for the 934 and 935.
Porsche adapted the turbo-technology originally for the 917/30 CAN-AM car to the 3.0 litre flat-six from the Carrera RS 3.0, creating what Porsche internally dubbed as the 930. The engine had 260 hp and the car had updated suspension, larger brakes and a stronger gearbox. Porsche used a 4-speed gearbox whilst a 5-speed was available in the cheaper Carrera, some customers weren’t very happy with this. A "Whale-Tail" rear spoiler, wider rear wheels with upgraded tires and flared wheel arches were added to increase the 911's width and grip, making it more stable. It was on sale in the spring of 1975 as a ‘Turbo’
The 930 was very demanding, prone to over steer because of its rear engine layout and short wheelbase. With the power of the turbocharged motor exhibiting significant turbo-lag, the problem became more important. Even though the rear engine layout provided great traction, bursts of power to the rear wheels in mid-corner could break the tires loose causing the car to spin. If an inexperienced driver had this trouble they might lift the throttle in reaction. The vehicle needed to be kept at high revs during spirited driving to minimize turbo lag. Skilled drivers quickly learned how to drive the 930 properly, and with that knowledge came the ability to drive the car above and beyond the levels of most other sports cars. Unfortunately some fatal accidents resulted in product liability law suits brought against Porsche in the U.S.
Changing emissions regulations in Japan and the U.S. forced Porsche to withdraw the 930 from those markets in 1980. The 930 remained available in Europe, and for 1983 a 330 hp performance option became available on a build-to-order basis from Porsche. Porsche offered a "Flachbau" ("slantnose") 930 under the "Sonderwunschprogramm" (special order) program beginning in 1981, an otherwise normal 930 with a 935-style slantnose instead of the normal 911 front end. Each Flachbau unit was handcrafted and often commanded a premium of up to 60 per cent over the standard price.
For 1986 Porsche re-introduced the 930 to the Japanese and U.S. markets with an emission-controlled engine producing 282 hp. Porsche also introduced the Targa and Cabriolet which proved popular.
Porsche discontinued the 930 after model year 1989 when its "G-Series" platform was being replaced by the 964. 1989 models featured a 5-speed transmission. A turbo 964 officially succeeded the 930 in 1991 with a modified version of the same 3.3 litre engine and a 5-speed transmission.
You may find a used Porsche 930 in a salvage yard where it could be useful for parts and accessories or as a project car. You could be lucky and find one in new condition.
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