1985 Porsche Targa

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This 1985 Carrera 3.2 Targa is a “Drivers Car” that is built to be driven fast and proudly shown. Every aspect of this car as been either refurbished, replaced or up-graded. The engine and transmission were both freshly rebuilt in 2013, with now just under 8,000 miles on both. The 3.2 flat six engine was built to European Spec’s by Red Jones of Motorsports Northwest.. G-Box of Boulder Colorado rebuilt the transmission, adding a limited slip and close ratio gear sets, a light weight aluminum clutch and flywheel are also fresh. This strong free revving engine linked with the smooth shifting transmission creates a wonderful balance of power and precision. The stopping power of the bigger brakes is simply amazing. The 964 turbo brake calipers matched with larger rotors, SS brake lines and 930 booster inspire confidence A tuned suspension package from Elephant Racing Stage 2 produces a balance of street civility and track wise handling. The body, paint and interior are pristine; The paint is near perfect with a recent clear bra added to protect the front half of the car including the new windscreen. The leather interior is near perfect with fresh seals, the Targa has fresh seals and is in great shape. The air conditioner was converted to R-12 and blows ice cold. No cost has been spared in bringing this beautiful mid eighties Targa to a near perfect condition. The car needs absolutely nothing. What impresses everyone that has ridden in the car is the complete package and balance of power, handling and braking. Driving this car is a visceral experience, it takes you to a time and place that only a vintage air cooled 911 Porsche can provide. This air cooled 911 Targa was tuned to be driven fast on the great mountain roads of Idaho and proudly displayed at Porsche Club events. Having won the or placed in every show and hill climb she has entered. The owner is looking to make room for another new Porsche and is ready to let go of this special “Golden Age” air cooled 911. Engine & Transmission Engine rebuilt March 2013, European spec motor; 964 cams, high rev valve springs, titanium retainers and high strength rod bolts. Approximately 237 HP Fresh transmission rebuilt by G-Box with limited slip differential and new close ration gear set, 2nd through 4th new syncros, & bearings. New aluminum clutch and Lightweight flywheel SSI Headers & heat exchangers, Dansk Stainless Sport Muffler 2 in 2 out FVD Mass Air Flow Sensor induction system with New DME and custom tuned chip Two oil coolers mounted under front fenders with finned oil return lines Suspension: Elephant Racing Stage 2 System: Sway bars 21cm front, 24cm rear Hollow Torsion bars 22F, 29R Turbo tie rods, Bump steer Kit Brass & Teflon bushings front, Brass & Teflon Swing arm bushings rear Strut brace bar, Targa brace bars New Bilstein Sport shocks Lowered, Corner balanced, aligned Euro-spec Brakes; 964 Turbo Front & Rear dual calipers, Pagid orange pads front, black Pagid rears New 11” slotted front rotors, new 12” drilled rear rotors and new wheel bearings 930 Turbo Master Cylinder, Stainless Steel Braided brake lines, Motul Brake Fluid Air-cooling ducts on front brake rotors Interior: Leather seats and dash are in excellent condition, New rubber gaskets and seals on Targa top, door seals, etc. RSR Steering wheel, Renn spring loaded short Shifter, Weltmeister aluminum racing pedals Blaupunct AM/FM Radio with 150 Watt Amplifier A/C fresh with R-12 blows very cold Wheels: Fuchs: 930 Turbo 7x16 front, 9 x16 rears, Polished outer, powder coated centers, matched hand painted center caps Rubber: Fresh Continentals 205.50.16 front, 225.45.16 rear Exterior: Body in perfect condition Re-spayed 2011 with original Anthracite” Charcoal Gray” Porsche Factory Carrera Tail New windshield, with clear bra, new gaskets H-5 Headlight Conversion, with clear protection