Porsche 911 3.0 Carrera 1977

Only produced for 2 years from 1976 to 1977, the 3.0 Carrera takes its place amongst the rarer models of the regular production 911s. 

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This particular Carrera is the definition of raw driving pleasure. Having been sparingly raced at casual classic car track days, it features a RUF styled bodykit for improved aerodynamics, bucket seats, a roll cage and has been stripped of its air-conditioning along with the addition of lightweight door cards for reduced weight.

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Upon ignition, it's instantly apparent that this is no regular 911. Fitted with a custom exhaust, it grunts and crackles its way to peak operating temperature. Featuring tight handling and a surprising amount of power, this 3.0 Carrera gobbles up corners with a ridiculous ease, given its age.

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The powerplant in this 911 is derived from the 3-liter of 930 Turbo renown. Delivering a smooth 200hp out of the factory, the addition of the custom exhaust surely gives this particular unit an edge. The engine came mated with a 5-speed gearbox, not the more common 4-speed found in most 911s of this era, a fact that lends to its surprising performance.

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As one of the harder to find models in the 911 lineup, the 3.0 Carrera is both a drivers dream and a collectors gem. A 911 such as this one is only on the upward trend, soon to be unattainable.