RESERVE LOWERED: 1986 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA 3.2 SUPER SPORT TARGA

KEY FACTS

• A smart example of the iconic modern classic sports car, benefitting from recent restoration work and equipped with upgraded power steering.
• Under the rear deck lid sits the 3.2-litre air-cooled flat-six; and as this is a 1987 model year car, it is coupled to a G50 five-speed manual transmission.
• An original UK-market example, this 911 was specified with the Turbo-look ‘Super Sport Equipment’ wide body, and was first registered in October 1986.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• As well as flared arches, the M491-code ‘Super Sport Equipment’ package also includes a black front lip spoiler, a ‘whale tail’ rear spoiler, more powerful brake and the axle brackets and stabilisers from the 911 Turbo of the same era.
• This Targa is finished in the ever-popular hue of Guards Red of a black interior, which features white-faced dials and aluminium trim.
• Equipment includes heated and electrically adjustable front seats and electric windows.
• It rides on a retrofitted set of 17-inch Fuchs replica wheels.
• The car will be accompanied by its original book pack, a good history file and its spare wheel.
• The cherished registration ‘A911 JEM’ is NOT included.

CONDITION

• No known body damage.
• The vendor states that there has been some restoration work carried out on the vehicle including a respray. Overall, the Guards Red paintwork is described as being in good condition, with some light swirl marks around the car.
• The interior is very smart, with no rips or tears to the seats and no cracking on the dashboard. There is some light creasing on the front seats, in line with the car’s use and mileage.
• The radio does not currently operate, and the vendor notes that the vehicle smokes slightly on start-up, but there are no other known foibles.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 5 January 2021 at 155,005 miles, resulting in a first-time pass with no warnings or advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Carrera 3.2’s most recent routine maintenance was carried out in May 2021 when the oil and filters were changed.
• The last two services before this were carried out in 2016 and 2012.

SUMMARY

This Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Super Sport Targa is a rare 1980s sports car, which is well presented having received previous restoration work. This open-top modern classic should make an engaging weekend toy for any enthusiast, and will surely delight its next owner every time they remove its Targa roof panel and enjoy the sound of its characterful air-cooled flat-six.

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Please note: the cherished plate shown on the vehicle is not included in the sale. It will be switched back to an age-related registration plate in the event of a successful auction. Bidders should understand that there may be a delay in receiving updated paperwork from the DVLA due to this process.