For decades, Porsche has been renowned for its focus on performance in the automotive industry. One of its top models, the 911, particularly demonstrates this quality, even to this day. However, have you ever stopped to consider the advanced features of the older 911 models for their time? This 1985...
Magnus Walker showcases a 1986 Porsche 911 modified to resemble a vintage 1970s sports car with almost 350,000 miles on the odometer in his newest episode of OPP (Other People’s Porsches). The car’s owner, Paul Kramer, shares the unique story of how the car was modified with front-end components from...
Retro Works has restored a 1984 Porsche 911 by merging the design of a 1973 classic with a newer Carrera model. The vehicle features a 3.2-liter flat-six engine and a five-speed manual gearbox, producing around 230 horsepower. The car was stripped down to its shell and given a full exterior...
ROCS Motorsports reimagined a 1984 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe with a custom backdate restoration between 2020 and 2021. The “Philadelphia 911” features a distressed dark blue paint job, vintage racing graphics, and custom bucket seats with hand-distressed red leather upholstery. The car also received upgrades including a Steve Wong performance...
The Gemballa Cyrrus, based on the Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Cabriolet, debuted in 1986 and immediately captivated the everyone’s attention, especially the super rich. Initially focusing on aesthetics, Gemballa concentrated on the body kit and interior, while RUF handled the mechanical upgrades. Equipped with the naturally aspirated version of the...
In 2015, famed tuner Akira Nakai of RWB Los Angeles transformed this 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera coupe. The car boasts a widebody kit with a lengthened hood, extended fenders, and a ducktail spoiler. “Carrera” lettering adorns the sides, while “RAUH-Welt” graphics decorate the spoiler and windshield. Further modifications include drilled...
The 1988 Porsche 911 Carrera underwent a backdating process and received an RWB widebody kit by Porsche tuner Akira Nakai. It was then repainted in Guards Red by LTMotorwerks of El Monte, California, using BASF Glasurit products. Additional modifications include a ducktail rear spoiler, 18″ Forgestar wheels, KW coilovers, a...
This rare European model 1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Targa currently available for auction on Bring A Trailer was imported to the US in 1985. It is said to remain under the ownership of a single family. This is a handsome and well cared-for example of the open-top modern classic sports...
The Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 was produced for model years 1984 to 1989. If you are looking to get into classic Porsche 911s, the 3.2-liter Carrera lineup is a good place for a beginner to start. Over 70,000 units were produced, and they are still plentiful, affordable, and blend the...