We often unconsciously form a special bond with the cars we own… They may remind us of a treasured time of life, a milestone achieved or can be an enduring companion through life. Greville, the owner of this Australian delivered 1984 911 3.2 Lt Carrera has a very special relationship with his car, sharing many stories and memories throughout the years they’ve been together. More than 30 years on, Greville is still passionate about his gorgeous pewter metallic 911 which he has owned since new.
In 1984, Greville purchased his first and only Porsche from Hamilton’s in Chapel St for $67,000 (a significant sum back then!). When ordering this 1980’s icon, Greville decided not to hold back and splashed out on the following options: Factory Sports Seats, Sunroof, Factory Air Conditioning, Sports Suspension, Limited Slip Differential and Front and Rear Spoilers. At the time, sales specialist Austin King from Hamilton’s commented that it as one of the most ‘optioned up’ 911’s he’d ever sold!
Today, Greville’s treasured 911 remains original without any modification, including the original pewter paintwork. Being a one owner car, and one of the last of the leaded 911 models, it’s truly a rare gem. Greville still delights in regularly taking his pride and joy out cruising with other enthusiasts, and remains a long standing member of the Porsche Car Club. Early in the car’s life, Greville did compete in club track events with some success, and always found his 911 very competitive on the track.
Within Greville’s family, his unique 911 isn’t the only classic car owned since new. In 1966, Greville’s dad purchased new, a now very rare ‘4 on the floor’ Mercedes 250 S that still remains in the family today. Who knows if any of Greville’s three kids will carry on the ‘one owner’ tradition for another generation… it would be great to think so.
