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1978 - 1983 Porsche 911
The 1978-1983 911SC (the basic 911) represents yet another high-water mark for the model, performing capably and in the spirit of the 911 classics, but with just enough practical concessions needed for daily driving. With 68,080 produced, SCs represent a great entry point for the new Porsche driver.

Into the late 1970s, the lux-trimmed, turbocharged 930 (1974-1989) continued its popular run, only to be stopped by U.S. emissions regulations in 1980. The model was not sold stateside again until 1986, though cars were certainly imported via the gray market. (Thirty years later, such cars may require significant coaxing at smog time.)
Pricing Details by Keith Martin
Generation Info Rating
Years Made1978-1983 ReliabilityReliability
Number Made50,817 Maintenance CostsMaintenance Costs
Max Power172 hp to 253 hp Parts and SupportParts and Support
Max Speed126 mph to 156 mph Market AppealMarket Appeal
Current Market Prices
$14,000
Fair
$16,000
Good
$18,000
Excellent
Auction Results from Collector Car Price Tracker
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Individual auction salesAverage sales price over timeNumber of sales per monthModel years by popularity

Most Watched 1978 - 1983 Porsche 911s

1979 Porsche 911
$19,600.00
23h 7m
1978 Porsche 911
$11,100.00
1d 6h 36m
1982 Porsche 911
$11,100.00
4d 14h 43m
1983 Porsche 911
$9,325.00
4d 18h 18m
1982 Porsche 911
$15,000.00
1d 19h 4m
1979 Porsche 911
$14,900.00
11d 21h 32m
1980 Porsche 911
$9,200.00
2d 18h 47m
1983 Porsche 911
$24,770.00
4d 13h 28m
1982 Porsche 911
$15,000.00
4d 4m
1983 Porsche 911
$4,350.00
4d 16h 54m
1983 Porsche 911
$7,300.00
6d 36m
1982 Porsche 911
$14,011.82
1d 18h 31m