1992 Porsche 964

Make

Porsche

Model

964

Year

1992

Listed price

Price not provided

Location

Connecticut

Transmission

5-Speed Manual

Mileage

5,000 miles

The Porsche 964 generation, launched in 1989, represented a significant evolution for the venerable 911, retaining its iconic silhouette while incorporating 85% new components. Beneath the familiar lines lay a host of advancements, including a new naturally aspirated 3.6-liter M64 engine, coil-spring suspension replacing torsion bars, power steering, ABS brakes, and the option of all-wheel drive. While the European market enjoyed the hardcore, lightweight Carrera RS variant, a stripped-down, track-focused machine that shaved nearly 350 pounds from the standard Carrera 2, American enthusiasts were largely left wanting. However, a unique twist of fate brought a taste of that forbidden fruit to U.S. shores. For the 1992 model year, Porsche imported 45 Carrera Cup cars with the intention of launching a domestic racing series. When the series was ultimately canceled, these special vehicles, already compliant with U.S. regulations and bearing American VINs, were sold through the dealer network. These "Carrera Cup" cars were, in essence, the closest thing U.S. buyers could get to the European 964 RS, sharing its lightweight philosophy and performance focus. They featured a seam-welded chassis, aluminum hood, thinner glass, deleted sound deadening, and a simplified interior, making them exceptionally raw and engaging. This stunning 1992 Porsche 964 Carrera Cup car, showing a mere 5,000 miles on the odometer, is a remarkable example of this rare breed. Power is delivered through its original 3.6-liter flat-six engine, paired with a crisp 5-speed manual transmission, offering an unadulterated driving experience. Finished in a classic color, this coupe stands as a testament to Porsche's racing heritage and a unique chapter in its U.S. history. This is an extraordinary chance to acquire a genuine piece of Porsche motorsports history, a street-legal racer born from an almost-forgotten competition series.