Own A Piece Of Racing History: The Irreplaceable Porsche 935-001

Set to cross the auction block at the upcoming Monterey Car Week, this was THE car that served as the base for the legendary 935 series

As the sole privately owned ex-works Martini Racing Porsche 935, chassis 935-001 boasts an unparalleled history

Coming up for auction with Gooding & Co., it holds the distinction of being the very first Porsche 935 ever built (1976)

This car played a pivotal role in Porsche's racing legacy, serving as a crucial factory prototype for the 935 model

The 935's creation stemmed from the mid-1970s FIA Group 5 regulation changes allowing extensive modifications

The 935 showcased a revolutionary aerodynamic design and a powerful turbocharged engine with 590 horsepower on tap

Seen here, Robert Singer (far-right) helped the Porsche and the Chassis 935-001 to a triumphant 1976 Group 5 Championship win

Chassis 935-001 secured a dominant first-place finish at the 1976 6 Hours of Watkins Glen, solidifying its legendary status

With only four distinguished previous owners, all respected figures within the Porsche community, the 935-001 boasts an exceptional ownership history

Following a comprehensive restoration by Cavaglieri Restorations in 2018, the car was brought back to its original glory

It earned the prestigious "Best Race Car Restoration" award at the 2018 Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance.

The 1976 935-001 also inspired the Porsche 935/19, a modern-day reimagination of the '70s race car. Only 77 were made

This original example is estimated to fetch between $4.5 million and $5.5 million at Gooding & Company.

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