1988 Porsche 911 3.2 Carrera Sport Targa

The 3.2 Carrera is revered as the ultimate development of the original 911 that first appeared in 1963. These final cars (before being replaced by the more complicated 964) were the most flexible and usable of Butzi Porsche's original design. Launched in 1984, and reviving the "Carrera' name for the first time since 1977, these were the ultimate 1980's sports cars.

The all-alloy flat-6 engine, which had been fuel injected since 1971, received a final stretch to 3,164cc, giving a torque-rich 231 bhp - enough to propel the lithe and slippery coupé to over 150 mph, with 0-60 mph coming up in 5.6 seconds.Cars built from September 1986 onwards were fitted with the more user-friendly G50 Getrag gearbox, but all 3.2 Carreras feature galvanised bodies, which together with Porsche's legendary build quality, ensure that these classics are long lasting.

Offered here is an original UK, RHD 1988, 3.2 Carrera Sport Targa fitted with the desirable 5-speed G50 gearbox. The vendor tells us that the car was owned for a long period by an oil rig worker and seldom used and, as a result, is showing just 41,000 miles. This is supported by a part service history, a quantity of past MoTs and an 'historic mileage verification' from an independent expert.

Throughout its life the car has clearly been well looked after with the history file including invoices and paper work from the previous owner documenting a gearbox rebuild in 2004 along with other documentation showing on going remedial work to insure the car is in fine fettle.

We understand the car remains in its original specification, and has recently been subject to a brake overhaul with new calipers all round in July of this year at a cost of over £2,000. It also benefits from a recent service in July of this year also. However, the paintwork does show some signs of blistering due to our vendor losing his storage space and not having the correct environment in which to keep the Porsche, which ultimately has lead to his decision to offer it for sale.

The 1980's 3.2 Targa is undoubtedly one of the most all-round, usable classic 911s, and this excellent low mileage example is ready to be used and enjoyed by a new owner.