Need a little help
 

Has anyone heard a 1978 SC ( Autobahn Special)?It supposidly wasnt made for the US market and has the 9 digit German Vin and is a red coupe. Any idea on price?

Thank you in advance.

1978 911SC's had ten digit VINs, starting with "911" (model), "8" (model year 1978), the fifth digit denoted "engine" (2=911SC USA, 3=911SC RoW, 7=Turbo RoW, 8+Turbo USA), sixth digit body style (0=coupe, 1=Targa), last 4 digits are build number in sequential order.

Would love to hear more about autobahn specials and 9-digit VINs, though. I expect someone is trying to sell it to you...

Cheers

d.

Exactly,the guy wants to sellme the vehicle. Nice shape and all and the conversation has been to long to recall the vin numbers or how many. I couldnt find any relative information about an autobahn special.

Sounds like a bit of a "selling ploy" to justify a premium price tag/and or motivate a buyer...

"This ain't no normal 911, this here's an... ummm... 'autobahn special!' yeah, that's the ticket!"

d.

Pretty much took the words right out of my mouth. However, since I am new to this "Porsche" thought I thought I would ask. As I stated, I didnt see any reference's in any books of such a beast, but maybe that chapter was skipped crossed my mind.

On a side note, I was looking for a 87-88 Cab anyway. So that brings up another question. The choice seems to be Cabs vs Targa.....any huge difference or preference other than looks ? I use to have a 68 big blk conv and loved it, hence the reason I was leaning towards a Cab.

Check the vin under the trunk carpet, near the hatch.. could have been "worn" off a bit from luggage rubbing on the carpet. Also compare vs the window vin placement and door jam placement.

The fact that the car could be a "euro" is not a big deal.. but "autobahn special" well, thats just silly.