Is my 1978SC a Euro Spec Model? *PICS* Mexico Blue

[Tarek307]

Searched & can't figure it out-

I just bought a 78SC with mexico blue wrap (Bought to reselll eventually ) seller said its Euro Spec..however i can't tell from bumpers because the car has the IROC style bumpers - The speedometer does look European as its in incriments of 30MPH- I tried to use the vin to check and couldn't figure out- the car has the old style vin since its a 78.

Vin is 911-831-0899 If anyone can help out would be great, thanks.

Here are a few pics of it-

Should i take it back to Stock or keep it as it is? It has a Mexico Blue Wrap on it now- original color is silver but was resprayed a good respray in speed yellow - so its speed yellow under that wrap- i do have 911SC original bumpers off another car, but these IROC style kind of fit the "style" of the car with the wrap and all so i thinking about keeping like this (but will add mesh grill to the mouth of the iroc bumper)

[tirwin]

According to the little red book that is indeed the VIN of a Euro targa.

A quick glance check is the presence of the side marker lights between the wheel well and the door jamb in the front quarter panel. They can be deleted but if they are there, that's usually a good sign.

Someone has replaced the original door cards with RS style.

What's the engine serial number?

[jamesjedi]

You will need your vin.

This link will give you an idea - https://www.stuttcars.com/technical/vin-decoder/

You can also call Porsche directly. I did, and they gave me the specifics of my car. Also, they were very friendly/nice.

[Tarek307]

Originally Posted by tirwin

According to the little red book that is indeed the VIN of a Euro targa.

A quick glance check is the presence of the side marker lights between the wheel well and the door jamb in the front quarter panel. They can be deleted but if they are there, that's usually a good sign.

Someone has replaced the original door cards with RS style.

What's the engine serial number?

Thanks tirwin- i have the little red book & was able to see its a Euro but want to be sure. Yes door cards changed to RS style, steering wheel is a momo with quick release.

Originally Posted by jamesjedi

You will need your vin.

This link will give you an idea - https://www.stuttcars.com/technical/vin-decoder/

You can also call Porsche directly. I did, and they gave me the specifics of my car. Also, they were very friendly/nice.

I tried that stuttcars but couldn't decipher..i may contact porsche to be sure, since i'm selling it eventually it will be imperative to give the next buyer solid info, thanks for your reply.

[Arne2]

Originally Posted by tirwin

A quick glance check is the presence of the side marker lights between the wheel well and the door jamb in the front quarter panel. They can be deleted but if they are there, that's usually a good sign.

Side markers didn’t appear until 1981. So not a good “indicator” for cars like this one, built before that date.

The speedo in your car looks to be a normal US unit, probably switched out when it was imported.

[Josh D]

What engine type does it have?

[Tarek307]

Originally Posted by Josh D

What engine type does it have?

What do you mean what engine type? it has the original engine 3.0SC

[Reiver]

Originally Posted by Tarek307

What do you mean what engine type? it has the original engine 3.0SC

He's asking if it has the original Euro motor....and what it might be...check the serial numbers and post them and he'll respond.

I've a US '83 but it has an '83 Euro 930-10 in it....modified cars can have engine changes.

[Catorce]

Also check the vin in the frunk....should say WP0ZZZ......the ZZZ means Euro

[MARISOL78sc]

ISO vin ID 17 digits did not begin until 1981 for the SC. MY 1978 will be a 10 digit # NO WPOAA or WPOZZ will be found

[MARISOL78sc]

ROW Targa according to Simon's site:
Simon's Porsche 911 SC Site

[Josh D]

Originally Posted by Tarek307

What do you mean what engine type? it has the original engine 3.0SC

A RoW ‘78 SC will have a 930/03 engine. It will be stamped on the case near the oil pressure sending unit.

[Catorce]

Originally Posted by MARISOL78sc

ISO vin ID 17 digits did not begin until 1981 for the SC. MY 1978 will be a 10 digit # NO WPOAA or WPOZZ will be found

You're right, I didn't notice the year he posted.

I have an 83 Euro SC

[tirwin]

Originally Posted by Arne2

Side markers didn’t appear until 1981. So not a good “indicator” for cars like this one, built before that date.

The speedo in your car looks to be a normal US unit, probably switched out when it was imported.

You’re right. What I was trying to get at but didn’t state very well was there are usually little tells for consistency like the amber tail lights instead of red. Of course there are differences depending on the model year but judging by the fact that so much has already been changed on this car you can’t rely on that in this case. That’s why I was asking about the engine serial number.

[Tarek307]

Thanks guys, i'll get the engine number tomorrow when its light outside- i'm assuming its in usual place kind of under the fan a little bit

[wakeupct]

Roll up windows. Antenna on the left fender. Vin number will tell for sure

-Pete

[Tarek307]

Ok guys- got engine number -6382053

here are a couple of pics

[Reiver]

That is the right motor...a 930-03 row
180 hp @ 5500 rpm
175 ft lbs T @ 4200 rpm
8.5-1 compression ratio

You seem to be missing your distributor vacuum advance hose that attaches to the 'can' off of your dizzy....that will reduce performance.

[Tarek307]

Originally Posted by Reiver

That is the right motor...a 930-03 row
180 hp @ 5500 rpm
175 ft lbs T @ 4200 rpm
8.5-1 compression ratio

You seem to be missing your distributor vacuum advance hose that attaches to the 'can' off of your dizzy....that will reduce performance.

Thanks Reiver, i will goto my mechanic and ask him about that hose you are talking about as i have no idea The car has a permatune box & i'm pretty sure i see the line for Carrera Chain Tensioner & pop off valve.

Thanks everyone, really appreciate all your help & input!

[boyt911sc]

Tarek,

Could you post picture of the WUR and the decel valve near throttle body? Thanks.

Tony