First Ever Porsche 911 R At An Auction Will Fetch Quite A Premium

The limited edition 911 R is one of Porsche’s most sought-after products, appealing to the Porsche purist with its raw, unblended character.

The problem is there won’t be enough for every Porsche aficionado, as the German car manufacturer plans to manufacturer just 991 units, so unless you’re willing to pay at least double the sticker price for one, your garage will remain 911 R-less.

Various reports have suggested that flippers are now commanding three or even four times the MSRP for a 911 R, with some even getting close to $1 million, but if you don’t want to step out of line, there’s one at Bonhams offered for sale.

Sure, it’s estimated €250,000 – €350,000 ($280,445 – $392,612) value is considerably more than its $ 184,900 MSRP, but it only has 52 kilometers (32 miles) on the clock, and it’s the first 911 R ever to cross the auction block.

“The Porsche 911 R is a car for real purists and fully justifies the title of the most sought-after modern Porsche today. Six months ago the launch price was around €200,000, but already the Porsche 911 R is being traded at €500,000-600,000. We believe our very fair estimate will attract a great deal of attention from enthusiasts keen to acquire one of the rarest Porsche around”, said Bonhams motoring representative in Belgium, Gregory Tuytens.

Finished in white with a black/brown two-tone leather interior, it’s the 135th unit made and features all the goodies you’d expect from a 911 R, as well some optional extras such as light design package, carbon-fiber floor mats with leather edging, extended leather packages, and many more.

The car will go under the hammer at The Zoute Sale at Knokke Le-Zoute in Belgium on Friday 7 October.