How to buy an older Porsche 911 by Harry Metcalfe – Video
This time Harry’s helping out future 911 buyers by explaining what to look for when purchasing a classic and slightly more modern Porsche 911. His examples for this valuable and money saving lesson are two absolute beauties that are about to cross the block from Silverstone Auctions in the UK: a 1972 Porsche 2.4 S and a 1991 Porsche 964-chassis RS Clubsport.
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HARRY METCALFE SHOWS YOU HOW TO BUY YOUR DREAM PORSCHE
Two sensational Porsches, a 1972 Porsche 911 2.4 S and 1991 Porsche 964 RS N/GT, are put under the spotlight in a new video ahead of Silverstone Auctions’ sale at the Silverstone Classic
Buyers’ guide presented by Harry Metcalfe – classic car collector, YouTube presenter and evo magazine founder
Metcalfe shares his car-buying experience and tells you what to look out for when assessing an air-cooled 911
Auction takes place on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 July at Silverstone Circuit by auction partner Silverstone Auctions
These cars sit alongside a vast selection of high-quality Porsche models available within the Silverstone Classic sale including: 1989 911 Turbo LE, 1957 356A finished in Meissen Blau, 1973 911 2.7 RS Replica and a rare 1981 924 Carrera GT
Silverstone, 20 July 2015
When you’re buying your dream classic car, it’s crucial to arm yourself with expert knowledge – which is why Silverstone Auctions has put together a new buyers’ guide ahead of its sale at the Silverstone Classic this weekend.
Presented by classic car collector, Harry Metcalfe, and filmed at Porsche specialists Autofarm, the video puts a pair of incredible 911s, a 1972 2.4 S and 1991 964 RS, under intense scrutiny before they go under the hammer at the Silverstone Classic sale on 24-26 July*.
Metcalfe, one of the founders of performance car magazine, evo, and most recently best known for YouTube channel Harry’s Garage, shares his years’ of experience in buying and selling classic cars. He shows viewers what to look for when buying a Porsche 911, a model that has seen unprecedented growth in the classic car market in recent years.
Focussing first on the 1972 Porsche 911 2.4 S, Metcalfe walks viewers around the car, looking at tell-tell signs of originality and even how to age the car by its oil filler cover. As probably the best example of its type on the market right now, Metcalfe doesn’t uncover any issues – but points out the importance of original paint and where to spot ‘hidden’ repairs.
With an estimated auction price of £130,000 – £150,000, Metcalfe explains why this original and unmolested example, complete with extensive history and provenance, is a perfect collector’s piece for any enthusiast. The car will go under the hammer on Saturday 25 July.
At the other end of the spectrum, he turns his focus to a 1991 Porsche 964 RS N/GT. This 1991 example, also in the Saturday 25 July sale, was one of the first cars off the production line as the first-ever N/GT (Clubsport) car made. Due to its exclusivity, this 964 RS is a collector’s dream.
Marked out by its roll cage, racing bucket seats and omitted ‘creature comforts’ such as air-conditioning and carpets the car has had a very interesting history, being gifted to Porsche-only endurance racing driver Ulrich Richter. Metcalfe tells the story of this very special car while also looking at ways to check its originality.
Having recently been treated to an engine overhaul as well as a glass-out respray in factory Maritime Blue paint, Metcalfe shows how to look for accident damage including panel gaps and removal of vital stickers marking its authenticity. With an estimate of £230,000 – £260,000, this driver-focussed 964 RS is regarded as one of the most exciting examples offered on the open market.
Nick Whale, managing director of Silverstone Auctions, says: “It is a delight to be able to present these two iconic air-cooled 911s for sale, alongside many other important Porsches in the Silverstone Classic Sale this week. Condition, history and provenance are some of the most important factors to consider when buying a classic car – and indeed when selling one, too. These examples are testament to why I have enjoyed buying and selling the Porsche marque for many years.
“Harry has worked with us at Silverstone Auctions, since buying his Ferrari Testarossa at last years Silverstone Classic sale. He is a well-respected member of the classic car community and I am humbled that he could take the time to share a fraction of his knowledge in this video. I’m sure you’ll see a lot more from him, as well as a few more high-quality cars for sale in the future.”
