Restored to an exemplary standard by Porsche Italia
Beautifully presented inside and out
The Appeal
Despite the immense popularity of convertible sports cars during the 1960s and ‘70s, it would take Porsche eighteen years of 911 production before a cabriolet variant was introduced in 1982. It would go on to be a fixture of the range, alongside the ‘Targa’, and we’re delighted to offer a superb early example with a fascinating story to tell…
In 2001, this 1985 Carrera 3.2 Cabrio was stolen and all assumed it would never be seen again. Then in 2016, it was discovered, surrounded by woodland. It was in complete, original condition, with very few kilometres covered in the intervening years, although requiring full restoration. The work was undertaken by Porsche Italia and completed to a very high standard. Resplendent in its factory colour (Dunkelblau) and retaining its original interior, this 911 is an exemplary specimen of a much-coveted model
The History and Paperwork
Lost for fifteen years having been stolen in 2001 and discovered amongst woodland in 2016
Just two owners from new
39,368 kilometres indicated
Restored following its discover in 2016
Original engine and interior
The car lost its original registration so was re-registered ‘AL 662707’
Left-hand drive
The vendor informs us that a photographic record of the restoration accompanies the car, along with a video showing its recovery
The Condition
Re-sprayed in its original colour - Dunkelblau
The bodywork has been professionally restored to a very high standard
No damage or excessive wear evident to the fabric roof, including the PVC rear window
Two-tone Fuchs alloys fitted, which all appear in excellent order
All presents immensely well underneath
Retains its original interior, consisting of beige leather upholstery
Barely any notable wear to the seats, carpeting or controls
We understand all the cabin electrics to be in good working order
Having undergone a very high-quality restoration, this Porsche presents beautifully inside, out and underneath. The Dunkelblau paintwork looks wonderful and complements the beige leather upholstery perfectly. All has been restored to factory original specifications making you feels as if you’ve just stepped back into the mid-’80s. The star of the show with this example is of course the folding roof which the vendor demonstrates operating correctly.
There are no signs of corrosion to the bodywork, damage to the paint or excessive wear to the interior. All looks just right and is ready to be enjoyed.
Reportedly runs very well indeed and drives impeccably
A healthy example, benefitting from up-to-date maintenance and low kilometres
With its naturally aspirated, air-cooled flat-six in 3.2-litre Form, this Cabrio offers a highly authentic 911 driving experience. The vendor reports that it runs very well indeed, due to it having covered so few kilometres in its lifetime, coupled with the fact that all has been very well attended to post-restoration. We’re assured that it drives without fault and is immense fun.
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