Porsche 964 Turbo 3.6 – One of the Rarest and Most Desirable Air-Cooled Turbos
VIN: WP0ZZZ96ZRS470116
Production Date: 01.09.1993
Model Year: 1994
Engine: 3.6L Turbocharged Flat-Six (Engine code 64/50)
Transmission: 5-speed manual (G50/52)
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive with 40% locking differential
Market Version: Germany
Offered for sale is an exceptional 964 Turbo 3.6 — the final and most developed evolution of the rear-wheel-drive, single-turbo 911 lineage before the 993 generation.
Why the 964 Turbo 3.6 Is So Special
The 3.6 is fundamentally different from the earlier Porsche 964 Turbo 3.3 models — and considerably rarer.
1. Rarity
The 3.6-litre Turbo was produced in extremely limited numbers for the 1993–1994 model years only (approximately 1,500 units worldwide), making it one of the rarest series-production air-cooled Turbos.
By comparison, the Turbo 3.3 was produced in significantly higher numbers over multiple years.
2. Larger, More Powerful Engine
- Turbo 3.3: 3.3L engine derived from the 930 architecture
- Turbo 3.6: Enlarged 3.6L M64-based unit (360 PS)
The 3.6 delivers noticeably stronger mid-range torque, improved throttle response, and higher overall output. It is widely regarded as the most visceral and “last truly raw” single-turbo 911.
3. Final Evolution of the Classic Layout
The 964 Turbo 3.6 represents:
- Rear-wheel drive only
- 5-speed manual gearbox
- No driver aids beyond ABS
- Mechanical 40% locking differential
It stands as the last of the traditional, rear-driven, wide-body air-cooled Turbos before Porsche transitioned to the more refined Porsche 993 Turbo, which introduced twin turbos and all-wheel drive.
For many collectors, the 964 Turbo 3.6 is the ultimate expression of the classic turbocharged 911 formula.
Specification of This Example
This 1994 car is a German-market example finished in G1 Black over full draped leather interior.
Factory Options Include:
- 40% locking differential (220)
- 5-speed manual gearbox (G50/52)
- Electric comfort seats (left & right)
- Seat heating (both seats)
- Full leather interior incl. rear seats
- Electric sliding sunroof
- Air conditioning
- Airbags (driver & passenger)
- Rear window wiper
- Headlamp washers
- On-board computer
- Power steering
- CD Radio London RDM 42
- Theft security system
- Stronger battery
The combination of comfort seats, full leather and sunroof makes this example particularly usable while retaining its raw performance character.
Collector Significance
The 964 Turbo 3.6 occupies a unique position in Porsche history:
- Last single-turbo, rear-wheel-drive 911 Turbo
- Limited two-year production
- Manual only
- 3.6-litre torque-rich engine
- Increasingly regarded as one of the most investment-grade air-cooled models
Values of the 3.6 have historically outperformed the Turbo 3.3, reflecting its rarity and status among serious collectors.
This is not simply another 964 Turbo — it is the final and most desirable iteration of the classic rear-driven turbocharged 911. A car that delivers both historical importance and uncompromised driving intensity.
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