This is not just any 911, this one was driven by F1 legend Ayrton Senna during his off-seasons in Portugal and still carries his signature!
Overview
SBX Cars is proud to offer for sale this 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet showing 74,462 kilometers (46,268 miles) at the time of this cataloging. Finished in Silver Metallic with a black power-retractable soft top over a black leather interior, it is offered by the seller in Portugal with owner’s booklets, restoration documentation, service records, registration paperwork, and keys.
The 3.2-generation 911 Carrera was widely renowned for its engaging driving experience, and even the Formula One legend himself, Ayrton Senna, recognized it. Known for his excellence in Formula One during his career from 1984 to 1994, Senna won three World Championship titles (in 1988, 1990, and 1991) and was unmistakably one of the greatest drivers in motorsports history. During his off-seasons, he drove this specific Silver Metallic 911 during his visits to Portugal.
Following are vehicle highlights corroborated by its extensive accompanying paperwork: The car was originally put into service on November 11, 1987. Unable to register the car in his own name due to legal restrictions surrounding foreign nationals, it was plated and housed by Senna’s close friend and long-time supporter, Antonio Carlos de Almeida Braga (“Braguinha”).
Following Signor Braga’s stewardship, the car was modified with wider “Turbo-style” rear fenders, yellow paint, and a spoiler. In a full-circle turn of events, the car has since painstakingly reverted back to its original specifications under the direction of “Love My Car” in Amares, Portugal between June and December 2024. The process involved partial disassembly and the fitment of new, original-spec fenders (front and rear) rocker panels, bonnet, and bumpers. The body was stripped to bare metal in preparation for a fresh coat of the original Silver Metallic (paint code L980). The detail-oriented restoration adhered to Porsche assembly manual standards throughout. Even the rubber seals were replaced with OEM parts.
Senna’s signature remains on the back of the driver seat, and the documentation that accompanies the car tells its complete, and remarkable, story. In addition, the vehicle appears after the credits in the 2010 Netflix documentary Senna. Chassis WP0ZZZ91ZJS150318 is a truly special 911 with unmatched ownership provenance. It will now change hands to its next passionate owner.
Specifications & Options
Exterior
- Silver Metallic (paint code L980)
- Black power-retractable soft top
- Snap-in convertible boot
- Color-keyed bumpers
- Black accents
- Fog lights
- Side marker lamps
- Sport side mirrors
- Black-finished door handles
- Vented engine cover
- Full-width taillight
- 16-inch Fuchs alloy wheels
- Polished outer lips
- Bridgestone Potenza S-02 tires
Interior
- Black leather upholstery (trim code VD)
- High-back bucket seats
- Power-adjustable
- Senna signature on driver rear
- Power windows
- Blaupunkt Montreux RCM 45 AM/FM cassette radio
- Air conditioning
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Floor mats
- VDO-branded gauges
- Central 7,000-rpm tachometer
- 260-km/h speedometer
- Coolant temperature
- Fuel level
- Oil pressure
- Clock
Mechanical
- M930/25 3.2-liter flat-six
- Air-cooled
- Naturally aspirated
- Bosch Motronic engine management
- Horizontally-opposed
- Rated at 217 horsepower
- Rated at 195 lb-ft of torque
- G50 five-speed manual transaxle
- Four-wheel disc brakes
Service History
Portuguese registration documents are provided from throughout Braga’s registered ownership. Service records are recorded inside a spiral-bound portfolio, and engine oil changes by dealerships are recorded on the following dates:
- December 18, 1987
- July 16, 199
- March 31, 1995
- April 4, 1997
- November 5, 2015
- September 29, 2023
Brake fluid changes are recorded on the following dates:
- July 16, 1993
- April 4, 1997
Data tag decoding reveals the following details:
- L980 – Silver Metallic
- VD – Black
Options:
- C80 – California
- 330 – Blaupunkt radio
- 395 – 16-inch forged alloy wheels
- 437 – Driver side power seat
- 438 – Passenger side power seat
- 439 – Electric cabriolet top
- 533 – Alarm system
- 559 – Air conditioning
A two-minute video shows Senna arriving in the 911 at the Estoril racetrack and highlights some of the build attributes as well as a demonstration of the engine bay with the vehicle at idle.
An authenticated document from the Portuguese motor vehicle department discusses history of the original OH-18-13 license plate which will remain affixed to the car.
Condition & Reports
Love My Car has provided an 18-page PDF document providing a written description and step-by-step photos of the restoration. By way of background, Love My Car specializes in restoring Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, and Porsche models. The company’s website says, “From body blast, paint, engine and transmission rebuilds, we handle every aspect of the restoration process in-house. We use only the highest quality parts and materials to ensure that each car is restored to its original specifications.” Interested parties are encouraged to review the many document scans, photographs, and owner booklets excerpts for a thorough look at the car’s history and condition.
This Porsche 911 went through complete restoration within the last year and is said to be free of any significant imperfections.
Included in the Sale
- Second key
- Jack
- Wheel wrench
- Warning triangle
- Tyre inflator
- Spare wheel
- Service history book
- Owner’s manual
- Warranty and maintenance booklet
- Notarized registration certificate for plate OH-18-13
- Photo documentation of pre- and mid-restoration
- Scope of work document from “Love My Car” restoration facility
- Registration paperwork
- Car radio manual
- Tonneau cover
Summary
The Porsche 911 was – and remains – a motorsports enthusiast favorite. The air-cooled 3.2 platform has inherent desirability even without factoring in the celebrity provenance of ownership by a three-time Formula 1 World Champion. Rest assured, Senna’s magic resonates strong with chassis WP0ZZZ91ZJS150318. It is much more than a sports car. It is a worthy tribute to a legend.
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