1989 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe G50
Vehicle Details
- Year: 1989
- Make: Porsche
- Model: 911 Carrera
- VIN: WP0AB0917KS120346
- Mileage Shown: 96,098
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Linen Grey Metallic
- Seller Type: Dealer
- Dealer Fees: None
- Location: Miami, FL 33138
- Country: United States of America
- Lot #: V-0053687
This 1989 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe is finished in rare Linen Grey Metallic paint over a matching Linen Grey partial leather interior. Originally sold from Forest Lane Porsche of Dallas, Texas, it comes factory-equipped with a 5-speed G50 manual transmission, optional front and rear spoilers, a power-operated sunroof, air conditioning, cruise control, a rear window wiper, and a Hi-Fi sound system with an amplifier. The car was purchased by its current owner in 2023 and has been recently serviced with new tires brakes, braided stainless-steel brake lines, Turbo tie rods, and a four-wheel alignment. Accompanied by its original window sticker, this final-year Carrera 3.2 is now being offered for auction out of Florida with just over 96k miles showing on the odometer.
This 911 is finished in Linen Grey (L550) and equipped with optional front and rear spoilers, integrated fog lights, a power-operated sunroof, heated and power-adjustable side mirrors, a rear window wiper, and aftermarket 16” Maxilite Fuchs-style wheels. New Bridgestone Potenza Sport tires have been installed and the car’s exterior is described to be in excellent cosmetic condition. Detailed images are provided in the gallery along with a clean CARFAX report.
The cabin is appointed with Linen Grey partial leather upholstery and matching carpets. Accessories include power-adjustable front seats, a four-spoke leather steering wheel with an optional elevated hub, a linen leather shifter, air conditioning, cruise control, and an optional amplified Hi-Fi sound system. A modern Porsche Classic (PCCM) radio has been installed along with aftermarket aluminum door handles and pedal covers. Some signs of wear are noted on the driver’s seat and the seller reports the A/C does not blow cold.
Producing up to 217 HP and 195 lb.-ft of torque, the air-cooled 3.2-liter flat-six engine drives the rear wheels through a 5-speed G50 manual transaxle. Service performed under current ownership includes new front strut inserts, all new brake pads and rotors, upgraded stainless-steel brake lines, a brake fluid flush, upgraded Turbo tie rods, and a four-wheel alignment.
This sale will include owner’s manuals, a window sticker, a toolkit, a spare tire, a tire inflator, and a clean title.
The seller would like you to know: “Thanks for considering this absolutely beautiful example of a last year G-body. This car runs and drives as well as it did when it was new. It is sorted and ready to be enjoyed immediately. The rare linen silver paint is gorgeous. The winning bidder will be very happy to add this to his/her collection!”
Comments (18)
I had made a YouTube video about the car when I received it. It gives an honest and realistic overview of the car. Definitely worth taking a look if you are interested in bidding.
https://youtu.be/LolSUY6PsYo?si=OXD8hMo2vp2_Ht1a
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Paint meter readings are up in the gallery for those who requested them.
Bid in the amount of $40,000
Bid in the amount of $35,000
@drola Thanks. These cars are a lot smaller than today's versions for sure. Even if they aren't driven much, in my opinion they are a pleasure to just admire.
@hierogk I honestly can't speak for the two previous owners. But being that I know the current owner I'll tell you what he told me.
He put about 1000 miles on this car. He already owns a 992 GT3 and bought the car thinking he would get into the classic 911 and air-cooled scene. And he did attend some events with it, which is where I would see and admire it.
However, he's probably almost as tall as I am (I'm almost 6'5") but with a, what's the best way to say it, larger waistline than myself. And he told me he just didn't feel all that comfortable in it. And being used to all the modern amenities of the 992, he just always gravitated to that one instead. And the '89 just sat in his garage. We had spoken at an earlier date about selling it, but didn't feel the time was right with the elections, then all the holidays etc.
So, he did give it a chance. Or about 1000 chances if you count them in miles lol
As far as the car goes, there is nothing wrong with it. It basically drives about as good as it would have when new. Brakes, suspension, steering, clutch, gearbox and engine all work in sync without any drama whatsoever.
I hope that answers your question. It's as honest of a reply as I can give.
@drola The car had 95K miles showing on the Jan 2023 and July 2023 auctions. It now shows 96K miles. What is wrong with it that no one wants to drive it?
Bid in the amount of $30,000
Bid in the amount of $20,000
Bid in the amount of $10,000
Nice condition!
For buyer/seller reference, those headlights are made by 9elevenheadlights... and are very well made units
@drola very helpful thanks
I have service records going back to 1993. In the gallery is the most recent invoice for work done to the car under current ownership. The car was barely driven since that work was performed. It has only been driven 1000 miles since purchasing it in July of 2023.
@chollz The headlights are obviously not original. The original headlights are included.
I could work on getting paint readings and leakdown in the next couple days.
For further reference of this particular car's history, here are the links to the two previous sales of this car on Bat:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1989-porsche-911-carrera-coupe-21/
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1989-porsche-911-carrera-coupe-8/
Are the headlights/headlight rings original? Will you be providing cylinder leak down tests and paint meter readings?
Hello !! Thanks for looking at my auction. I am here to answer any questions, take any pics or videos someone would like to see of anything specific.
This is a striking car that someone would be very proud to have in their collection.