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Porsche is synonymous with high-                                      typical GT Silver. Complemented by a
        performance driving, with a sound and                                 natural grey, full-leather interior, this
        style that are instantly recognisable.      The presented lot         car is further enhanced with a turbo
        Named after its legendary designer                                    front bumper, painted air inlets, and
        Ferdinand  Porsche,  the  brand has  given   celebrates four decades   polished 19-inch BBS CH-R wheels that
        us icons like the 356, 911, 550 Spyder,   of the iconic 911 with      replaced the original 18-inch Carrera II
        and 917—vehicles that have redefined                                  lightweight wheels. The cabin exudes
        automotive passion and performance. In      a unique blend of         exclusivity with its aluminium-trimmed
        late 2003, Porsche celebrated the 40th                                instrument cluster, a numbered console
        anniversary of its iconic 911 model by     classic styling and        plate, and Alcantara roof liner. The 911
        introducing a limited-edition model: the   enhanced performance,      logo on the door sills and the aluminium
        40 Jahre 911 (roughly translating into                                finish on the dial rings add to the car’s
        “40 Fast Years”), with only 1,963 units   capturing Porsche’s         unique anniversary details.
        produced. Unveiled at the Frankfurt
        International Auto Show in 2003,          legacy of innovation        Mechanically, this 40 Jahre 911 features
        this special edition quickly became a                                 a naturally aspirated, rear-wheel-drive
        collector’s dream.                           and precision            narrow-body  Carrera  chassis,  with
                                                                              Porsche’s renowned X51 engine package,
        The presented car is No. 392 of 1,963,                                delivering an extra dose of power. The
        and stands out with a striking navy blue                              M030 sport suspension and limited-slip
        exterior, departing from the model’s                                  differential work together to give the
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