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Porsche 911 (930) Turbo

1975–1989

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  • Lowest price

    US$76,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$177,100

    Since 2020 · n=58

  • Highest price

    US$1,300,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    59

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 59 lots

Porsche 911

Based on 59 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatinghigh confidence

US$206,000

Market value · recent verified sales

+36.2%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Median sold price up 36.2% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$429,377

+108%

5-Year Forecast

US$551,636

+168%

Market scores

67

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Excellent

85

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Limited-slip diff

    +US$92,782+52%

    3 with · 87 without · low confidence

  • Built ≤ 1987

    US$31,395-18%

    56 with · 29 without · high confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Prices are adjusted to the model's median mileage before comparing. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The 911 930 Turbo has posted a median price of $206,000 in the US market, reflecting a strong 36.2 percent year-over-year advance. This appreciating-classic status rests on high desirability and an active collector following, though the current signal is a measured hold rather than aggressive accumulation.

Transaction volume remains moderate, with 21 sales recorded over the past twelve months and 59 total transactions in the tracked dataset. That sample size is sufficient to establish trend direction but underscores that liquidity is not abundant; buyers and sellers should expect to wait for the right match rather than execute trades on short notice.

The 930 Turbo's collectibility score of 6 reflects its production run of just over 21,500 units and its legendary status as the first turbocharged 911—a milestone that anchors its appeal across generations. Rarity within that base remains a key driver of price separation, with well-maintained examples commanding premiums over higher-mileage peers.

Cars transacted in this market averaged 40,186 miles, a number that aligns with the typical usage pattern for preserved examples from the late 1970s and early 1980s. This mileage floor suggests that most specimens crossing the block have been driven moderately and stored with care rather than subjected to daily use.

Looking ahead, the base projection calls for the median to reach approximately $429,000 within three years—a 108 percent increase—and $551,600 by year five, implying a 168 percent cumulative gain. These forecasts assume continued appreciation driven by shrinking survivor pools, sustained collector demand, and the car's enduring cachet as the beginning of Porsche's turbocharged era. The moderate liquidity and high desirability trade-off means owners should be prepared to market actively but can expect patience to be rewarded.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$206,000
  • Annual appr. rate+36.2%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
This model holds value better than its segment average — strong long-term hold.

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked93
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared93 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$1,680
  • MaintenanceUS$3,220
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$8,120
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

For sale now · 2 live

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Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings1
  • Sales Last 12 Months31
  • Sell-Through53%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings1
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$243,434
  • Avg Mileage at Sale40,186 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$76,000 – US$1,950,000
  • Total Sales Tracked59

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$126,500

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$242,000

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$160,000

    Bring a Trailer · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$769,666

    Bring a Trailer · 7 Aug 2026

  • US$93,000

    Bring a Trailer · 31 Jul 2026

  • US$159,500

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$227,000

    Bring a Trailer · 24 Jul 2026

  • US$156,559

    Bring a Trailer · 22 Jul 2026

  • US$276,000

    Bring a Trailer · 22 Jul 2026

  • US$429,000

    Bring a Trailer · 17 Jul 2026

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.