Description
When Porsche revived the iconic Carrera name in 1984, the engineers in Stuttgart likely felt reassured about the future once again. Although the engine retained the familiar air-cooled architecture at its core, the new 3. 2-liter powerplant was extensively revised. Several weaknesses of earlier generations were addressed, and the result was remarkable: with more than ample power on tap, the Carrera 3. 2 came surprisingly close to the performance figures of the legendary 1974 911 Turbo. At the time, this Porsche ranked among the faster cars on the Autobahn.
This example, from the highly desirable 1988 model year, is presented in excellent condition. For nearly twenty-five years, this Porsche was cherished in the mild and dry climate of California, where it spent the majority of its life. Following its return to Europe, the car found its way into German ownership. It will therefore come as no surprise that maintenance was carried out with the proverbial German precision; absolutely nothing was left to chance. The original service book has been meticulously stamped, while the accompanying documentation includes invoices that provide an impressive record of the car’s maintenance history.
What makes this example particularly special is its exceptional originality. An impressive 95% of the bodywork still wears its original factory paint. Only the rear decklid was cosmetically refinished once in the past. The deep shine of the iconic Indischrot paintwork beautifully accentuates the timeless and pure lines of the narrow-body coupé. Inside, the cabin retains the unmistakable atmosphere of the late 1980s and remains in exceptionally fresh condition. As the proverbial icing on the cake, this Carrera is equipped with the highly desirable factory sunroof, allowing you to enjoy the unfiltered sound of the air-cooled flat-six behind you at the touch of a button.
In addition, this 1988 model benefits from what many consider to be the most desirable upgrade in Carrera 3. 2 history: the Getrag G50 gearbox. This transmission transformed the shifting experience of the 911, providing a more modern feel that perfectly complements the car’s sporting character. As a result, this Porsche drives and handles beautifully—precise, communicative, and blessed with the unmistakable mechanical feedback that modern sports cars have largely lost.
Finding an honest, highly original, and comprehensively documented Carrera 3. 2 is becoming increasingly difficult in today’s market. This example simply checks all the right boxes for both the discerning collector and the enthusiastic driver.
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