1986 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 3.2 SUPER SPORT TARGA

KEY FACTS

• An iconic modern classic sports car with an uprated sports exhaust, which benefits from notable recent refurbishment.
• It is equipped with the 3.2-litre air-cooled flat-six, producing around 228bhp, coupled to the 915 five-speed manual transmission.
• It was given an engine rebuild just over 2,000 miles ago and is in good mechanical order.

EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS

• The Super Sport was commonly referred to as the ‘Turbo-look’, due to its resemblance to the 930 Turbo, with wide wheel arches and the iconic ‘tea tray’ rear wing. It also shared the Turbo’s suspension, brakes and widened alloy wheels.
• This example has been fitted with an aftermarket sports exhaust.
• The cabin is equipped with electric windows, central locking and a set of upgraded speakers, located underneath the original covers for a period-correct appearance. A Blaupunkt Bremen stereo is also installed.
• Accompanying the vehicle are the original owner’s manual, a stamped service book, and leather pouch, along with a large folder of maintenance invoices.

CONDITION

• No known bodywork damage.
• Its bodywork has been treated to a glass-out respray in the original Grand Prix White, and is in excellent condition.
• The Targa top has been re-trimmed and appears to fit very well, with no scuffs or tears.
• A few surface blemishes can be seen on the exterior trim pieces, but no significant damage or heavy wear.
• Inside, the sport seats’ black leather upholstery is in great shape for its age, with an attractive age-related patina and a few light creases. The piping on the driver’s seat outer bolster has evidently had a prior repair.
• No electrical faults have been detected.
• The most recent MOT test was on 21 January 2021 at 144,815 miles, which was a first-time pass with no advisories or defects.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Its most recent scheduled maintenance was undertaken in July 2018 at 144,573 miles, where a marque specialist serviced the engine and gearbox, before fitting new rear tyres.
• The engine was rebuilt in 2012 at 142,000 miles, and the car underwent a glass-out respray and Targa top re-trim in 2017, alongside the fitment of a hand-made carpet set.

Recent history - dates and mileage:

• 11/05/2001 - 86,837 miles - AW Automotive Ltd
• 13/05/2002 - 97,974 miles - AW Automotive Ltd
• 13/05/2003 - 108,983 miles - AW Automotive Ltd
• 11/05/2004 - 116,168 miles - AW Automotive Ltd
• 14/05/2005 - 125,122 miles - AW Automotive Ltd
• 18/06/2006 - 131,390 miles - AW Automotive Ltd
• 17/08/2007 - 133,596 miles - AW Automotive Ltd
• 18/08/2008 - 135,811 miles - AW Automotive Ltd
• 20/04/2009 - 138,005 miles - AW Automotive Ltd
• 03/07/2010 - 140,806 miles - AW Automotive Ltd
• 20/07/2011 - Unreadable - AW Automotive Ltd
• 14/08/2012 - 142,800 miles - Rob Jones Cars (Engine rebuild)
• 26/07/2018 - 144,573 miles - Porsche specialist

SUMMARY

This Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Super Sport Targa is a well-maintained example of the breed, which has undergone an engine rebuild and a glass-out respray. Presented in good cosmetic order and reported to be running and driving very well; it would make an engaging weekend toy and a fine addition to any collection.

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