25-Years-Owned 1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Targa Can Can Red Interior
Vehicle Details
- Year: 1985
- Make: Porsche
- Model: 911 Targa
- VIN: WP0EB0919FS161004
- Mileage Shown: 144,669
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Registration
- Color: Grand Prix White
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: Berwick, ME 03901
- Country: United States of America
- Lot #: V-0059209
Initially delivered at Colonial Porsche Audi of Providence, Rhode Island, this 1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Targa comes finished in Grand Prix White over rare Can Can Red Special Leather upholstery. The car was further optioned with body-colored 16” Fuchs forged alloy wheels, Sport shock absorbers, front Sport Seats, a raised steering wheel hub, power door locks, and more. Acquired by the current owner approximately 25 years ago, this classic air-cooled Targa is now being offered for auction on behalf of the seller out of Maine with less than 145k miles showing on the odometer.
This Carrera was ordered in Grand Prix White with optional 16” Fuchs forged alloy wheels featuring body-colored centers. Equipment also includes a black Targa bar and removable roof panel, a heated wraparound glass rear window, body-colored headlight rings, and a Porsche-lettered rear reflector band. A few very minor imperfections are noted, along with a slight ding in the Targa bar. The seller notes that the front-end damage on the CARFAX report was a result of sheet metal damage that occurred in 2005, and the repair cost was $3,126. Detailed images are provided in the gallery.
Inside, the cabin is appointed with sought-after Can Can Red Special Leather upholstery, including matching carpets, a shift boot, and optional Sport Seats. Additional features include a four-spoke black leather steering wheel, black leather dashboard and headliner, central locking, a quartz clock, sound system, and a replacement head unit. All gauges and electronics are reported to be in proper working order, with the exception of the air conditioning, which does not blow cold, and the cruise control, which is currently inoperative.
Factory-rated at 207 HP and 192 lb-ft of torque, the air-cooled 3.2-liter flat-six engine delivers power to the rear wheels through a 5-speed Type 915 manual transaxle. The seller notes that the Sport shock absorbers have been replaced, and the car has been maintained by a local independent Porsche specialist since their acquisition. A collection of service records dating back to 2000 will accompany the sale.
This sale will include a registration, owner’s manuals, a window sticker, service records, a toolkit, a spare tire, and an air pump.
The seller would like you to know: “I am selling this for my friend Dan, who purchased this on November 15, 2000. He is reluctantly parting with it due to knee problems that prevent him from entering or exiting the car with the roof on. This is a very strong running classic air-cooled Porsche. It has never been winter-driven.”
Auction Results
- Sold for: $45,500
- Auction End: Jul 01, 2025 06:50:23PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 54
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Enjoy Cartex
Sold for $45,500
@Harbormotorcars Cartexxxxx
CARTEX HIT IT PAPI
CAN CAN RED bringing the money
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Garcia a fellow churchman
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SCREW IT IM BUYING a 3.6 INSTEAD
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@almas cash advance guy? deers love this car
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@Harbormotorcars im in the username business as well as almass we are hear for the show.
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The reserve has been lifted and the car will sell to the highest bidder. Thank you for your bids.
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As mentioned in the listing, the A/C blows but not cold and the cruise control is inoperative.
The left door was replaced not repaired and the hood was repainted as per the body shop receipt dated November 2nd, 2005. No body work has been performed since. No water leaks or excessive noise from the Targa top.
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Hello,
besides AC not blowing Cold, Cruise Control inoperative . Targa Tops leaks? Drivers door repaint? Any surprises?
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Was the car damaged on the driver side as well? On picture 60 it looks like a damaged door was repaired. Do you know when the car was repainted?
How's the AC? anything else we should be aware of that will need attention? thanks
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Does the targa top leak water or wind noise?
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A cold start video has been added to the listing page.
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The cold start video has been sent to PCar Market to be uploaded.
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I am away and will return Sunday evening. I’ll post a cold start video then.
There is no grinding when upshifting or downshifting Into or out of any gear. The step plate has shrunk and it appears that the door seal has come unglued. I will reglue the door seal. As far as Carfax goes I have no idea why they are reporting incorrect mileage except to say that I have found many errors in Carfax reports. I guarantee that the mileage is correct at 144,669 which can be confirmed by the extensive service records. Thank you all for your interest.
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Carfax states that there are 153K miles, but in the pictures shows 144K.... Can you chip in on that?
In picture #62 step sill on the bottom looks out of shape. Is that just loose or there is something going on underneath?
Hi. Is there any grinding noise when shifting from first to second gear? Can you upload cold start video?
The state of New Hampshire does not title cars older than the 1999 model year hence it is being sold on the New Hampshire Motor Vehicle Registration and a bill of sale. Thanks for your question.
A beautiful G body Targa in a quintessential '80s color combination located just a few towns away!
I see in description that car comes with a registration is a title not available? Reason?
Thanks
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Can provide a close photo of the headlights. Thanks
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Thank you for your questions. Dan has owned the since 2000 and put 47,096 miles on it in the last 25 years. It has had regular tune ups with valve adjustments, oil and filter changes brake fluid flushes, and trans fluid changes n a regular basis. The transmission was rebuilt at 108.901 miles including a new clutch. The engine has not required any internal repairs and runs perfectly. Minor repairs have included the replacement of the directional/high beam switch, power seat switches, a power window switch, a cylinder head temperature sensor, starter motor, and other minor items. It also has the Turbo Tie Rod update kit installed. I will upload the info for the body work that was performed about 20 years ago.
Nice car, could we learn a bit more about the service history, vis-a-vis valve work, clutch replacement, transmission condition etc?
@seller... Is any more information available regarding the sheet metal damage up front? Photos and/or repair records? Also, has there been any significant engine or transmission rebuild service? Thanks.
Hello and welcome to the auction of this very well equipped vintage air cooled Porsche 911 Carrera. A car that you can drive and enjoy and it won't break the bank when it comes for service. Unlike later 911's, this car is totally analog and it embodies what the 911 was meant to be. I am available to answer any questions you might have and to supply any additional pictures that you may request. Thank you.