Vehicle Description
From the very moment you put the key in the ignition of this 1983
Porsche 911SC Targa, you will know precisely why Porsche is among
the most respected names in the entire automotive world. Prepare to
be amazed as you check out this quintessential legendary sports
car. Well-maintained and still a blast to drive, this '80s dream
car is every bit as impressive as it was 37 years ago. Read fast,
because this one won't last long.
Isn't it amazing how some colors just look like they belong on a
particular body style? No question about it, the incredibly slick
Silver Metallic finish that adorns this automobile is a perfect
match for the sleek lines of the 911SC. The paint looks to be
original to the car, which makes sense based on the history of this
Targa (lifelong Texas car; low miles for the year; never been in an
accident), and it still shines up incredibly well. The lights in
our showroom don't really do it justice, because this baby really
comes to life out in the sunshine. The finish looks very fresh for
its age with virtually no signs of use, including chip-free front
fenders and hood and only one touch-up spot on the bumper that we
could find. Bottom line, it's not an Excellence Magazine show car
that should never be driven, but rather a sporty 911 that any
enthusiast would be proud to show off. All the plastic and rubber
trim is in great shape as well, with none of the common cracking
and fading that plagued many of these era Porsches, and the
contrast of that black trim perfectly accentuates the overall
appearance of this Frog. The wraparound red taillight/reflector
displays the Porsche name with a boldness that reminds you what a
legendary car this is, and the glass was tinted for an added
sinister look. And perhaps most important of all, the vinyl Targa
top is easily removed for open air fun without the added weight
that came with the convertible models. Man, this is a heck of a
Porsche!
If you're a Porsche aficionado, you'll have a hard time containing
your enthusiasm once you hear the unforgettable sound of a 911 door
being opened. It's deliberate and authoritative. If you've ever
heard it, you know what we're talking about. Inside, the black
leather interior looks far more contemporary than the car's age
would suggest, with high-back buckets that are supportive but not
constricting, perfect for high-speed blasts along your twisting
mountain road or a long distance trip to the coast. The pleated
seats are in fantastic shape, as are the matching door panels and
the factory carpets below. It's very obvious that muddy shoes and
dirty jeans were never allowed inside this import, because it's
remarkably clean everywhere you look with very little signs of use.
The factory VDO instruments, with the big tach front and center in
traditional Porsche fashion, are in excellent shape and there's a
fat leather-stitched steering wheel with the traditional Porsche
floating horn button. An Alpine AM/FM/CD/Satellite stereo head unit
appears to be the only deviation from stock, albeit a welcomed one,
and other factory options include power windows, cruise control,
and factory air conditioning. Finishing off the factory specs this
car delivers a traditional Porsche feel with floor-hinged pedals, a
5-speed shifter that takes a firm hand to master, and a rear seat
area that's more for storage than passengers. Up front, the boot is
finished in gray fabric and houses an Alpine amplifier for the
stereo system along with the original spare tire set-up and tool
kit.
The SC came with a robust 3.0-liter air-cooled flat six engine,
which, thanks to several durability enhancements, was one of the
better Porsche products of the 1980s. It's insanely torquey and
with smart gear ratios in the 5-speed manual transmission, it
screams out of the hole with a tenor wail that any car guy can
recognize a mile away. Unlike most of its siblings, it's quite
stock (aside from an upgraded K&N air filter system), which is
important for both longevity and drivability, and there are signs
of proper maintenance throughout the engine bay. The A/C has been
converted to R134a refrigerant, but otherwise the engine bay is as
Porsche engineers intended and you'll never hesitate to turn the
key and head out on the road. Traditional 16-inch Fuchs alloys with
polished beauty rings give it a familiar Porsche look and carry
staggered 205/55/16 front and 225/50/16 rear Michelin performance
radials that are nice and grippy.
Any 911 is going to be an awesome car, but if you're looking for
one with movie star looks, a bargain price, and has the performance
to make you smile, look no farther than this SC. Offered with
maintenance records, service manuals, original owner's manuals, and
it's original warranty card, this is the 911SC to have if
originality is what you seek. Call today!
