Introduced in 1991, the Porsche 968 was the final model in the brand’s series of front-engined sports cars. The 968 was restyled to resemble the 928 but retained the 944’s core mechanical layout. It offered a larger 3.0-liter engine with Variocam variable valve timing, generating 240 horsepower, allowing a top speed of 156 mph and a 0-60 time of 6.2 seconds.
Despite these advancements, the 968 faced sluggish sales due to the early ’90s recession. Porsche later introduced the stripped-down Club Sport and Turbo S versions to cater to track enthusiasts. The 968 Club Sport was designed with racing in mind.
The exterior looked almost the same as any other 968. With its long hood and short cabin, it had the image of a big engine in the front, even though there was just an inline-four unit. In the rear, a 968 CS badge, and a small spoiler were installed on the liftgate.
The 968 Club Sport, focused on performance, shed around 100 kg by removing rear seats, sound insulation, and other luxuries, while adding lightweight Recaro seats and upgraded suspension. It featured wider 17-inch wheels for improved handling, enhancing its appeal to performance-driven drivers.
Photo Source: RM Sotheby’s
