Vehicle Description
Few cars are as visceral as a Porsche 911, and that's a quality
that just about triples in a cabriolet. By the time this 1987
Porsche 911 Carrera cabrio was built, most of the tail happy
behavior was finely honed out...but not all. You never forget
you're in a rear-engined car, and you don't want to. Gorgeous cars
like this special-order Cassis Red Metallic 911 here have a way of
getting into your soul, and you'll wonder how it is you ever lived
without one.
Outside, you're looking at one very stock Porsche. The rare,
special-order Cassis Red Metallic paint is very nice with few
marks, and the door panels are solid in a way that can only
indicate that the car's never been hit. The low mileage and low
ownership (only 76,234 actual miles; 3 owners) confirms what your
eye can see, as well and the quality of the Porsche factory is
tangible everywhere you look. A factory chin spoiler, body-colored
bumpers, and the rear decklid louvers were favorite details that
made these cars iconic, and it also carries Euro-spec headlight
lenses and a black Carrera emblem on the deck lid. The doors open
and close with a remarkable sense of precision, especially for a
convertible, and there's zero evidence that this car has been
raced, abused, or otherwise mistreated. The stance is even factory
correct and the top was replaced in 2016; this is what this car
looked like new!
Brand new eight-way adjustable Linen leather seats invite you in
with a look that's comfortable yet very sporty. A few comfort marks
are to be expected inside the white cabin but it doesn't look like
anything has been baked by the sun, which is unusual in a
high-profile convertible like this. Porsche's familiar gauges are
the epitome of simplicity and quick-reference, with a big tach
front and center and auxiliary gauges flanking it on either side.
The shifter works rather well considering the transmission is way
behind you and the fat leather-wrapped steering wheel telegraphs
whatever the front tires are doing directly to your palms. A
Kenwood AM/FM/CD/AUX/USB stereo was installed in the factory slot
and the factory A/C is still functional thanks to an R134a
refrigerant upgrade. Overhead there's a newer tight-fitting canvas
convertible top that folds easily into a neat stack that preserves
the back seats (well, sort of, you probably don't want adults
riding back there). The boot is richly carpeted in black, adding to
the luxurious look and feel of Porsche's flagship.
Open the engine lid and find the strong 3.2 liter flat six, good
for 217 horsepower. That doesn't sound like much, but this is a
2800 pound car, and it's plenty enough to zip by 95% of cars built
today, let alone the dismal 1980's. There's a surprising amount of
torque, lots of revs, and unadulterated mechanical music. 3.2-liter
Carreras are known for their longevity, and thanks to conscientious
maintenance (with receipts!), you don't have to worry about this
one biting you in the back later. Backing the motor is a G50 five
speed, which was a big upgrade over the 4-speed used until 1987.
This is a VASTLY improved gearbox with a hydraulically actuated
clutch and a different synchro design, giving it a truly modern
feel. Put the car on a lift and there's not much to see, and that's
a good thing! The motor is VERY dry, the floor pans are straight,
and there are no issues to report. Heck, you can still see factory
overspray on the floors! The exhaust offers a great flat-six wail
that's never obnoxious and Factory 16x6 and 16x7 Fuchs wheels fill
the fenders with fat Dunlop Direzza performance radials.
If you're looking for a true sports car, few are as pure as a 911.
If you're looking for a purchase that will hold its value AND
provide years of enjoyment, this gorgeous Carrera cabriolet belongs
in your garage. Call today!