At a glance
About this car
The 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera G-Series Targa presents in original Guards Red over black leather upholstery. This example is powered by its factory 3.2-liter flat-six engine paired with the G50 five-speed manual transaxle and rear-wheel drive, showing 87,023 miles on the odometer.
The Targa retains all original paint except for the rear section, which was refinished after removal of a prior aftermarket turbo tail. It is accompanied by the original books, service records, tool kit, and a clean Carfax history. Recent mechanical attention includes engine oil service, cam cover resealing, crankcase breather plate resealing, oil cooler resealing, oil pressure sender replacement, oil cooler seal replacement, valve cover gasket replacement, new ignition rotor, new spark plugs, and oil filter replacement.
Factory options and equipment include a sport steering wheel, Blaupunkt Reno SQR 46 radio, central locking, 16-inch forged Fuchs wheels, automatic heating control, rear window wiper, cruise control, and alarm system. Additional features comprise front air conditioning, leather steering wheel trim, power brakes, AM/FM cassette radio, trip odometer, tachometer gauge, front fog lights, 15-inch alloy wheels, intermittent front wipers, power windows, tinted glass, power-adjustable side mirrors, and front bucket seats with leather upholstery.
Price vs. market
Strong Value $18,501 (19%) below the median of 121 comparable listings.
- This car
- $79,999
- Median asking
- $98,500
- Comparables
- 121 · 1985–1989
- Median mileage
- 79,050 mi (this car 87,023)
Compared with other active listings of the same model (model years ±2) on Exotics Group. These are dealers' asking prices, not sale prices, and condition, options, mileage and history are not adjusted for.
About the Porsche 911 Carrera G-Series
- Production
- 1973–1989
- Cylinders
- 6
- Powertrain
- Combustion
The Porsche 911 Carrera G-Series, produced between 1974 and 1989, represents a significant evolution of the iconic 911 lineup. Over its 15-year production run, approximately 196,000 units were manufactured across various trims, including the Carrera, making it one of the longest-running generations of the 911. The G-Series introduced key updates like impact bumpers to meet U.S. safety regulations and galvanized steel bodies for improved corrosion resistance, enhancing longevity—a critical factor for collectors.
Engine options varied, with the Carrera models typically featuring air-cooled flat-six engines ranging from 2.7 to 3.2 liters, producing between 175 and 231 horsepower depending on the year and market. Performance highlights include the 1984-1989 Carrera 3.2, which achieved 0-60 mph in around 5.6 seconds. Notable for collectors are rare variants like the 911 Turbo (930) and special editions such as the 1988 Commemorative Edition, built to celebrate 250,000 911s produced. Values have risen steadily, with well-maintained examples often fetching over $50,000, and rare models exceeding $100,000 at auctions. The G-Series’ blend of classic design, durability, and historical importance as a transitional model makes it highly sought after in the exotic car market.
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