One of Porsche’s Rarest 911s Ever Unearthed Just Sold for as Much as a Mansion

There’s so much history surrounding the Porsche 911 that, even today, some very rare models are still coming out of the woodwork to much amazement. Enter one of RM Sotheby’s most recent auctions: one of just two 1993 964-based 911 Carrera RSR 3.8 ‘Strassenversions.’

The extraordinarily unique model recently crossed the block at the world-renowned auction house. As expected, it went for an ungodly sum of money, just over $4.7 million.

While its sale price is very shocking, the story behind this specific example is even more incredible.

Built to be driven, but never was

Neil Fraser for RM Sotheby’s

As the story goes, Porsche built this specific 911 Carrera RSR 3.8 for a very special “Porsche VIP.” Being an “RSR,” which stands for “RennSport Rennwagen,” or “racing sport racing car” when translated to English from German, the RSR designates Porsche’s factory-built cup racecars.

It’s the same lineage that today’s 992.1-based 911 RSR follows. They’re basically purpose-built racecars for the ultra-rich who compete in amateur and semi-professional motorsports as one of their delectable hobbies.

Neil Fraser for RM Sotheby’s

Such was the case with VIN number “WP0ZZZ96ZPS496107.” As one of two built in the early ’90s for one wealthy customer, this ’93 911 RSR came to life during one of racing’s peak clubsport eras.

However, it never saw action. The owner apparently tucked it away with hopes that it would gain collectible status, especially in “as-new” condition.

Sadly, the car was so forgotten, it slowly morphed into a semi-barn find-like condition. Despite having just a mere 10 kilometers on the odometer, the car’s exterior degraded and became laden with dust.

Neil Fraser for RM Sotheby’s

The same car supposedly surfaced from its original owner back in 2015 to change hands. Then again in 2017 and 2023, but all kept it preserved in its original state.

And for this fourth time, it sold for nearly as much as a mansion.

A spectacular build, regardless

1993 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR at RM Sotheby’s – August 2026

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This specially commissioned 964 is what custom factory-built Porsche dreams are made of. For instance, because of its purpose as a clubsport RSR model, Porsche tailored the vehicle exactly according to the buyer’s demands.

Additionally, because of its fate as a clubsport racer, engineers also made sure it complied with the FIA’s regulations for the Group C homologations of the then-booming World Sportscar Championship. As such, the 964 RSR came with a bespoke naturally-aspirated 3.8-liter air-cooled flat-six, dubbed the “Type M64/04.”

Neil Fraser for RM Sotheby’s

Porsche specifically built said M64/04 specifically for use in some major league events, such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The result was up to 380 horsepower, depending on the tune.

The RSR also featured an enlarged 120-liter fuel tank, a racing-spec air-jack system, and a racing rear locking differential. But separating this specific RSR from the rest is its fully leather-lined interior.

Meaning, Porsche adapted it for the road, rather than the racetrack, per the buyer’s request. It ultimately makes this specific example one of the most unique 964-based 911 RSRs ever made.

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