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The Legendary 1984 Porsche 911 SC RS Hits the Auction Block

A rare opportunity to own a true legend of motorsport has arrived. The last-ever Porsche 911 SC RS rally car—chassis number 021—is hitting the auction block. This 1984 model is the final Type 954 Porsche Motorsports built for FIA Group B rally competition. And its journey is just as exciting as the races it competed in.

Limited Edition Rally Racer In 1984, Porsche crafted only 21 Type 954 911 SC RS cars, specifically designed for rally racing. Chassis 021 was the last one built, and unlike many rally cars, the SC RS was also street-legal, with only five cars going to professional racing teams and the rest, like 021, to private collectors.

The Icon Chassis 021 has had only two owners in its lifetime, and its limited mileage proves just how  it’s been well preserved. After being sold to racing team owner Tycho Christian van Dijk in 1984, the car saw limited action, competing in just one major event—the Tour de Corse. With 158 entrants, 021 finished an impressive 14th place, the highest among Porsches.

Minimal racing, maximum legacy despite its stellar debut, financial constraints forced van Dijk to retire from racing after that single event. The car never saw another race but remained in prime condition for over two decades before changing hands again in 2004. Since then, it’s been driven sparingly, with just 143 miles added in 20 years.

The Chassis 021 comes equipped with a lightweight aluminum body, fiberglass bumpers, forged Fuchs wheels, and large brakes borrowed from the iconic Porsche 917. Inside, it gets Porsche 935 “Lollipop” fixed seats, a roll cage, and a minimalist race-car interior. The car weighs just 980kg, thanks to strategic weight-saving measures, including the removal of the sunroof.

The 911 SC RS packs a 3.0-litre flat-six engine that screams to an 8,000-rpm redline. Porsche officially rated its 0-100 kmph time at 5.3 seconds, but tests revealed it could go even faster, clocking in at 4.9 seconds.

The new owner will receive an extensive collection of documentation, including maps from the Tour de Corse, van Dijk’s original registration papers, a Porsche Classic Technical Certificate, and much more. These records only add to the car’s immense value, which is estimated to range from $2.6 million to $3.5 million. For those who appreciate Porsche’s racing heritage, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of history.

TopGear Magazine June 2024