1985 Carrera Coupe / 24,975 miles / Original Paint / Free CARFAX / Extra Clean

1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Description

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Options as-built:

· Black Exterior, Color Code A1

· Black Leather Seats, Color Code VN

· Blaupunkt Monterey SQR 23 Cassette Radio

· Central Locking System

· Forged Alloy Wheels

· Cruise Control

· Front and Rear Spoilers

· Sport Shock Absorbers

· Alarm System

· Electric Sliding Roof

· C02 US Standard Emissions

· Pirelli Tires

· Confirmed by Porsche Certificate of Authenticity

History:

· You can see the free CARFAX here

· Originally delivered by Fred Lavery Porsche, Birmingham, MI September 27, 1985

· Three Careful Owners

· Purchased by second owner in Illinois, May 1998

· Long-term Porsche Club of America member

· Clear Michigan title issued May 2003

· Maintenance book stamped for all of first owner’s services

· Complete maintenance records since 1998

· Purchased by third owner/seller in Michigan, May 2017

· Long-term Porsche Club of America member

· Always garaged since new

Body:

· Black Exterior, Color Code A1, matches Porsche Certificate of Authenticity and body tags

· Original paint

· Paint thickness professionally measured and documented by Automark Collision Center, March 2017

· All large panels have 3.1 to 8.2 mils and paint thickness is uniform across each panel

· Automark paint thickness documentation can be seen here

· All exterior surfaces are shiny and free of fading and major blemishes

· Extra clean, top and bottom

· As-new panel fits

· Doors, hood and deck lid close easily

· New front and rear lid supports operate properly

· Weatherstrips all in excellent condition

· Original Sigla windshield is not cracked, pitted, or delaminating

· All other glass with Sigla manufacturer’s marks in excellent condition

· Power windows operate easily

· Black trim in very good condition with no fading or damage and 100% complete

· Lights and lenses all are undamaged and fit properly

· Electric sunroof operates smoothly with no concerns

· Smuggler’s box has no rust and is clean

· Rockers and jack spurs are original and in very good condition

· Original soundproofing and factory yellow wax rustproofing on floors is undamaged with no rust concerns

Interior:

· Black Leather Seats, Color Code VN, matches Porsche Certificate of Authenticity and body tags

· 100% original seat covers, door panels, dash, headliner and carpets

· Four-way power driver’s seat

· All power seat controls work correctly

· Seats slide and latch easily

· Seat covers in excellent condition with no tears or failed stitching

· Leather-covered steering wheel in excellent condition

· Black headliner near-new with no fading, rips or sagging

· Black sun visors with mirrors in very good condition

· Inside mirror as-new

· Glove box door fits well with proper lock and key

· Dash is not warped or cracked

· Carpet in near-new condition with no damage

· Carpet floor mats with Porsche logos fitted when new show very little wear

· No wind noise or other noise concerns when driving

· No odor concerns

Engine:

Original Engine, Number 64F05072, matches Porsche Certificate of Authenticity

· 3.2 liters, 200 SAE hp, 185 ft.lb torque

· DME engine management

· Completely stock

· Original, stock exhaust and emission control systems are 100% complete

· Original factory yellow wax rustproofing is visible on all lower surfaces

· Shell Rotella T 20W-50 oil

· Starts immediately warm or cold

· Steady 600 RPM idle

· Pulls smoothly and runs cool

· No leak or noise concerns

Transmission:

915/73 Transmission, Number 74F05139, matches Porsche Certificate of Authenticity

· New clutch by Porsche specialist Gilson Motorsports, April 2010

· Shifts easily through all gears, up and down

· No oil leaks or other concerns

· No noises when driving

· Linkage and clutch properly adjusted

Suspension, brakes, steering:

· Suspension and steering are completely original and unmodified

· Four Michelin Pilot Exalto PE2 steel belted radial tires, size 205/55/R16 front and 225/50R16 rear, new in 2017, with 90+% tread remaining

· Tires are Porsche-approved “N0” specification

· Original genuine Fuchs alloy wheels, 6X16 front, part number 911.361.020.43 and 7X16 rear, part number 911.361.020.44, all date-stamped, 1985

· Wheels have original finish with no damage

· Wheels correctly balanced with no vibration

· Four original wheel locks with covers

· Boge HD shocks and struts, as-built

· Calipers and rubber hoses all work properly with no binding or leaks

· Parking brake correctly adjusted and fully working

· Steering rack is tight with original tie rod ends and undamaged rack boots

· Lower rack cover plate is undamaged and properly fitted

· Drives as it should. Tracks straight.

· Steering wheel is level when driving straight. Tires have minimal wear.

· No rattles or other concerns

· Brakes straight with no pulling

All the rest:

· Optima spill-proof and maintenance-free battery, new 2017, fully charged, with no concerns

·Custom battery hold down is completely removable

· 160 mph speedometer is accurate compared with GPS

· Both odometers work

· Oil temperature and oil pressure gauges operate correctly

· Quartz clock keeps accurate time

· Original sealed-beam headlights

· Headlights, fog lights, taillights, brake lights and turn signals all operate as-new

· Reverse lights work correctly

· Turn signals self-cancel properly

· All exterior light lenses are clear and not faded

· Dash lights, overhead lights, glovebox light, engine compartment light and front trunk light operate correctly

· Rear defroster and cigar lighter work

· Blaupunkt Monterey SQR 23 Cassette Radio operates on all three radio bands

· Radio serviced in 2018 by Vintageblau, Centerport, NY

· Antenna in windshield, as-built

· Four speakers and original front/rear fader all operate

· Ashtray has never been used

· Original correct engine compartment decals

· Windshield wipers and washers work

· Headlight washers work

· Air conditioner evacuated, recharged, dye-tested for leaks with no repairs needed, Fred Lavery Porsche, June 2018

· Air-conditioning and heater all operate correctly

· No engine oil smell inside car when HVAC is on

Also included:

· Clear Michigan title

· Porsche Certificate of Authenticity

· Copy of Automark Collision Center paint thickness documentation

· Copy of the CARFAX

· Original Owner’s Manual and Warranty and Maintenance Manual

· Original vinyl pouch for manuals

· 1980’s vinyl front bra, hood and mirror covers

· Spare space-saver steel wheel with original Vredestein tire has never been mounted

· Original jack that has never been used

· Air compressor for spare tire, new in box

· Complete tool kit, undamaged in original vinyl pouch

· Original accessory Porsche logo floor mats show little wear

· Trunk carpet in very good condition

· All receipts for claimed repairs and maintenance since 1998

· Other articles and memorabilia from long-term ownership

· Two original, working lighted keys with Porsche crests

· Two wheel lock keys

· Valet and spare keys

· Genuine Porsche outdoor car cover with storage bag

“The large print giveth and the small print taketh away”- Tom Waits:

Please remember, this is a used car, which, as nice as it may be, is not perfect. I strive to deliver accurate descriptions, but it is possible to miss small deficiencies and will not be held liable for these minor misnomers. This vehicle is sold AS IS/WHERE IS and comes with no warranties, expressed or implied, whatsoever.

Known issues:

· This car is not restored and reflects 33+ years of enthusiast use

· Very few stone chips in paint on front hood, around headlights, and around wheel arches

· Various small chips and marks in paint around the car

· Very few brush-painted touch-ups around the car.

· 7.9 to 10.3 mil paint thickness on cowl cannot be explained. Cowl has never been painted in second or current ownership and its appearance and fit are as-new

· Left headlight washer hose is disconnected behind bumper. System operates, but left nozzle does not spray.

· Alarm system does not operate

· An exhaust leak can be heard/felt at #6 cylinder that improves when the engine is warm

· Engine does not leak any oil in quantity sufficient to leave spots on the garage floor

· Radio is occasionally loud when switched on. Otherwise OK.

· Left rear speaker grill slightly cracked

· Light wear to driver’s seat left bolster

· Few scuff marks in headliner on moving sunroof panel

Not included:

· NO ADDITIONAL PARTS OR RECORDS ORIGINAL TO THIS CAR ARE AVAILABLE THAT ARE NOT IN PHOTOS, SORRY

Pre-purchase inspection is welcomed. Please contact me through “Ask seller a question” to arrange inspection and for any additional information.

Offered with realistic reserve. There is no “buy-it-now” price. Car will be sold to high bidder above reserve.

Shipping:

Buyer is responsible for vehicle pickup or shipping. Loose items will be inside car for shipping.

Other Terms:

$1000.00 deposit required within 48 hours of auction close.

PayPal accepted for deposit, only.

Payment methods accepted:

-Wire transfer in US funds.

-Cashier's Check (certified from US or Canadian bank) or money order.

-Cash (in person).

PayPal not accepted for full purchase payment.

Vehicle and title will be released to the buyer only after funds clear. There will be no exceptions.

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