Vehicle Description
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Original owner 1985 - 2021
31,388 original miles
Highly optioned, sunroof, leather, 8-way electric seats
Original 3.2-liter air-cooled engine, 5-speed manual
transmission
Includes owner's manuals, jack, tire pump, spare wheel and tire
The birth of the "G Series" 911, which was produced from 1974 until
1989, was the next evolution of the 911 and proved to be an
incredible foundation to work with. With the G series reintroducing
worldwide classics like the Carrera, which shared the legendary
Carrera RS engine, or the 930, the first turbocharged 911 street
car, there was a bit of everything for everyone. Highly capable as
a performance car and equally comfortable on long drives, the G
series 911 has proved again that evolution is sometimes a good
thing.
1984 marked the rebirth of the 3.2 Carrera name, having last been
used by Porsche in 1977. Numerous upgrades were applied to the
beloved 911 platform that made it even better to drive than before.
A larger 3.2-liter engine, larger brakes, upgraded fuel and
injection system components.
Mr. Ladd worked as an electrical superintendent for the majority of
his life. Over the years, Mr. Ladd always selected a car along with
his wife that could accommodate his family's needs, but never
something truly of his own. His children recall their dad allowing
their mom to select the cars for the family, including a couple of
jeeps and other vehicles. In the 1980's, after 40 years of hard
work, Mr. Ladd decided to indulge himself with a new Porsche. For
years, Mr. Ladd had always admired the design and quality that a
Porsche represented. He viewed this car as an accomplishment in his
long career and transition into the retirement lifestyle.
On May 18th, 1985, Mr. and Mrs. Ladd arrived at Pacific Valley
Porsche in Stockton, CA to take delivery of their new Carrera. The
911 was painted Grand Prix White with a very unique burgundy
interior. It was spec'd with a limited slip differential, power
locks, 16" Fuchs forged alloy wheels, leather interior, 8-way
electric seats for driver and passenger, cruise control, sport
suspension, and a sunroof. A long-time enthusiast of Porsches, this
car's original owner had a special place in his heart for the
air-cooled 911s.
Mr. Ladd took exceptional care of the 911 throughout his entire
ownership, ensuring that the car was driven but also impeccably
serviced. He took the car to the same Porsche dealership that
delivered his car. Upon his passing, the Carrera was given to his
son, who made sure to protect the car through the next years.
During their entire 36-year ownership, the car saw a total of only
31,224 miles, keeping this example in pristine condition with
extended care from the owner.
Upon arrival at Canepa, each and every collector car for sale is
put through an extensive and diligent process called the "Canepa
Difference." This includes a major and comprehensive mechanical
inspection where all systems are checked and serviced as necessary.
They also receive an award-winning concours-level detailing, a
thorough cleaning of each and every surface that ensures that every
car is a sight to behold.
What you see before you, is a prime example of what the Canepa
Difference is all about. Nothing was spared in terms of material or
labor when it came to this vehicle's preservation and
refurbishment. Over the course of a few months, 225 man-hours have
been spent looking over every square inch of this car making sure
that no corner was cut and no detail was overlooked. Furthermore,
this vehicle underwent our 100+ hour complete concourse detail to
ensure its aesthetic perfection. Even at wholesale prices, a total
of $31k was put into returning this car into the masterpiece you
now see in front of you. A masterpiece that exemplifies the
personification of Bruce Canepa's immaculate attention to
detail.
In addition, Bruce wanted this pristine example to go one big step
further. Starting with a four-wheel alignment including lowering
the Carrera to the European factory ride height, setting the exact
rake angle and corner weighting the vehicle. To further enhance
this Carrera in the "looks awesome" category, Canepa installed new
Porsche forged 8" x 16" rear wheels, relocated the rear 7" x 16" to
the front, and installed four new Bridgestone Radial tires with a
slightly wider footprint. Finishing off the "perfect" look is a
Porsche original equipment front lower spoiler. Now it's really
cool!
Finding a Porsche 911 kept by the original owner for 36 years is an
increasingly rare anomaly to find in the collector market. Cars
move through different hands, some more caring and thoughtful than
others. With a car that was kept by a single person for more than 3
decades, it takes something special about that person to want to
keep the car in their care, a sign that they truly enjoyed the car.
Complete with its books, jack, and spare wheel and tire, this
Porsche 911 3.2 Carrera is ready for its next owner to enjoy the
exciting attributes of an air-cooled Porsche 911. A car that keeps
on giving the more time you spend with it, this well-loved 911 will
bring driving fun for years to come.