1986 Porsche 911 Carrera

The Porsche 911 is one of the world’s most refined automotive designs. As such, it’s one of the most revered. It’s record on the race track speaks for itself, and millions of miles have been logged on highways and autobahns around the globe. Here’s an opportunity to own a truly world-class automobile at a nominal investment. This 1986 911 Carrera Cabriolet features the 3.2 naturally aspirated flat 6 (boxer) engine. It produces a smooth, reliable 207 horsepower at 5900 rpm, and is capable of winding past 6500 rpm with ease. Two Porsche hallmarks are superior handling and build quality. This Carrera brings both in abundance, and has the light weight and compact size that helped make the 911 a legend. The sporting intent of such a car is evidenced by the center mounted tach. Yes, move over, speedometer. Another nice touch is a large analog clock. After all, in normal – or street – use, being on time is everything. It has logged just 65,400 miles. With reasonable care, Porsche’s reputation says you can expect many times that. Motor Trend said, “You won’t find a more robust powertrain than a Carrera’s.” BBS aluminum wheels offer a nice sports car/road race look. They’re wrapped in 205 radials up front and 225s in the rear. Refinement includes a generous helping of luxury as well. Handsome, supportive leather sport seats, air conditioning, power windows, and an Alpine stereo add plenty of comfort for longer trips. Few cars combine performance, luxury, driveablity, and prestige like a Porsche 911. It’s not hard for an enthusiast to look through his/her magazine collection and find rave reviews for 911s. It seems as if the journalists test them every few months just for fun. Again quoting Motor Trend: A 1984-1989 Carrera costs no more than a moderately equipped Camry; they’re satisfying cars to own and drive and, as the last of the old-school 911s, are already on their way to being modern day classics.”