At a glance
About this car
This 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster presents in Guards Red over a Black interior and has covered just 8,742 miles. The open-top 911 has been comprehensively re-engineered around a 3.3L Turbo Flat-6 paired with a five-speed manual transmission, transforming the limited-production platform into a highly focused, turbocharged performer.
Extensive engine work includes 2mm over Nikasil pistons and cylinders, extrude-honed heads, upgraded oil pump gearing, a Turbonetics P-Trim Hi-Fi turbo, full-width intercooler, stainless steel equal-length headers, a 42mm wastegate, and a single large exhaust outlet. Fuel delivery features a Porsche Power fuel head, Porsche Tech fuel injectors, an adjustable fuel pressure regulator, and dual large turbo fuel pumps, while intake and ignition upgrades comprise a 6-bolt Hone manifold, K&N air filter, revised ECU software, additional CD boxes, and high-intensity spark ignition. Porsche Tech camshafts with a Sport Carreras Group B grind complete the powertrain package.
Chassis and braking enhancements include coil-over Bilstein rear suspension, Bilstein front struts, keyed Turbo wheels, vented and drilled rotors, DS11 race pads, Porsche 930 front calipers, billet aluminum adapters, and a limited-slip differential. Supporting equipment encompasses a stainless A/C condenser with fan, updated air conditioning hoses and drier, a heater box sourced from the oil cooler, a racing-grade AMZ oil filter system, a short shifter kit, pedal-mounted auxiliary gauges, a mobile telephone with hands-free functionality, and an Alpine digital remote radar detector. More than 300 photos document the build process.
Factory color
Guards Red
Guards Red is one of Porsche's most recognizable colors: a rich, solid red with a minimal hint of orange and a special luminosity that makes a bold statement on any 911. Originally known as India Red, it has been offered as a standard 911 color since the 1970s. Earlier cars, including mid-1980s 911s, carried it under code 027, and it later appeared under codes 80K and 84A on models including the 964, 993 and 996 into the early 2000s.
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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