1989 Porsche 911 Carrera Speedster
1989 Porsche 911 Carrera Speedster
VIN. WP0EB0916KS173217
Engine no. 64K05779
3,164cc SOHC Flat 6-Cylinder Engine
Bosch Fuel Injection
217bhp at 5,900rpm
5-Speed Manual G50 Transaxle
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes
*Highly original example with less than 27,000 miles from new
*Rare, one-year-only 911 Speedster with desirable G50 Transaxle
*An iconic Porsche lending much of its lineage to the 356 Speedster
*Complete with Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, CARFAX and books
THE PORSCHE 911 SPEEDSTER
Porsche's first take on an open-top 911 had been the Targa model of 1965, a 'halfway house' design chosen because of fears that a genuine soft-top would not meet US federal safety regulations, but by 1981 the company felt able to proceed with the genuine article. Introduced in normally aspirated 3.0-liter form in 1982, the 911 Cabriolet proved a hit from the moment of its debut at the Geneva Salon in March and by the end of the 1983 model year had sold over 4,000 units, a total some 50% higher than that achieved by the less expensive Targa version.
Completing the soft-top 911 line-up was the Speedster, which revived a charismatic model from Porsche's past when it arrived in 1989, the name previously having been applied to that most stylish of the many Type 356 variants. The 3.2-liter Speedster was launched immediately prior to the introduction of the new Type 964 body shell, and thus was the last 911 model to feature the old-style body based on the original design of 1963. The latter was reworked by chief stylist Tony Lapine, incorporating numerous references to the original 356 Speedster as well as a pair of controversial 'camel hump' cowlings behind the seats that concealed the stowed-away manual top, a simplified affair described by the factory as for 'temporary' use only. From 1984 Porsche had offered the 'Turbo Look' body style - flared wheel arches, large rear wing and deeper front spoiler - on its normally aspirated models and this option was extended to the Speedster, the vast majority of which were ordered with it. One of the rarest of the 911 family, the Speedster was built during 1989 only, and a mere 2,065 cars were completed.
THE MOTORCAR OFFERED
The highly original, low-mileage Speedster on offer here was completed at Zuffenhausen-based Porsche plant in June of 1989. Finished as it appears today, the Speedster left the factory in the striking Guards Red color over a black leather interior. This very special 911 was equipped with the US market emissions system, a Blaupunkt Charleston radio, steering wheel with raised hub, short gear shift lever, air conditioning, and the rear seating area deleted in favor of luggage space finished in black velour.
As is commonly known, these limited-edition 911 Speedsters were finished at Porsche AG as 'worldwide chassis' meaning that many have a different prefix in the stamped VIN as the one the car is identified under. This car was given worldwide chassis number WP0ZZZ91ZKS173217, as stamped on its chassis-tub, but was then assigned the US-market specific VIN of WP0EB0916KS173217 once it was eventually slated for US delivery. The car's Porsche issued Certificate of Authenticity is also based on its ultimate US-market VIN number.
The Speedster is believed to have spent most of the 1990s and 2000s between Georgia and Tennessee in the hands of caring Porsche connoisseurs. The CARFAX report issued for the car clearly documents the mileage up through the years, without any inconsistency. With just 26,612 original miles on the odometer at the time of cataloging, and retaining its original matching numbers engine, this exceptional Speedster boasts a highly original appearance throughout, having been saved from any neglect or abuse during its lifetime. Complete with its factory installed US emission system, Blaupunkt radio, books and manuals, original spare tire inflator and Porsche car cover, the Speedster is accompanied by a clean CARFAX report confirming its low original mileage, as well as the Porsche-issued Certificate of Authenticity detailing its original specification. From the very end of what is considered the original 911 design, and benefiting from all the significant production upgrades such as the G50 5-speed transaxle, this top-of-the-line Speedster is rapidly becoming as collectible as its namesake 1950s progenitor.
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1989 Porsche 911 Carrera Speedster
VIN. WP0EB0916KS173217
Engine no. 64K05779
3,164cc SOHC Flat 6-Cylinder Engine
Bosch Fuel Injection
217bhp at 5,900rpm
5-Speed Manual G50 Transaxle
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes
*Highly original example with less than 27,000 miles from new
*Rare, one-year-only 911 Speedster with desirable G50 Transaxle
*An iconic Porsche lending much of its lineage to the 356 Speedster
*Complete with Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, CARFAX and books
THE PORSCHE 911 SPEEDSTER
Porsche's first take on an open-top 911 had been the Targa model of 1965, a 'halfway house' design chosen because of fears that a genuine soft-top would not meet US federal safety regulations, but by 1981 the company felt able to proceed with the genuine article. Introduced in normally aspirated 3.0-liter form in 1982, the 911 Cabriolet proved a hit from the moment of its debut at the Geneva Salon in March and by the end of the 1983 model year had sold over 4,000 units, a total some 50% higher than that achieved by the less expensive Targa version.
Completing the soft-top 911 line-up was the Speedster, which revived a charismatic model from Porsche's past when it arrived in 1989, the name previously having been applied to that most stylish of the many Type 356 variants. The 3.2-liter Speedster was launched immediately prior to the introduction of the new Type 964 body shell, and thus was the last 911 model to feature the old-style body based on the original design of 1963. The latter was reworked by chief stylist Tony Lapine, incorporating numerous references to the original 356 Speedster as well as a pair of controversial 'camel hump' cowlings behind the seats that concealed the stowed-away manual top, a simplified affair described by the factory as for 'temporary' use only. From 1984 Porsche had offered the 'Turbo Look' body style - flared wheel arches, large rear wing and deeper front spoiler - on its normally aspirated models and this option was extended to the Speedster, the vast majority of which were ordered with it. One of the rarest of the 911 family, the Speedster was built during 1989 only, and a mere 2,065 cars were completed.
THE MOTORCAR OFFERED
The highly original, low-mileage Speedster on offer here was completed at Zuffenhausen-based Porsche plant in June of 1989. Finished as it appears today, the Speedster left the factory in the striking Guards Red color over a black leather interior. This very special 911 was equipped with the US market emissions system, a Blaupunkt Charleston radio, steering wheel with raised hub, short gear shift lever, air conditioning, and the rear seating area deleted in favor of luggage space finished in black velour.
As is commonly known, these limited-edition 911 Speedsters were finished at Porsche AG as 'worldwide chassis' meaning that many have a different prefix in the stamped VIN as the one the car is identified under. This car was given worldwide chassis number WP0ZZZ91ZKS173217, as stamped on its chassis-tub, but was then assigned the US-market specific VIN of WP0EB0916KS173217 once it was eventually slated for US delivery. The car's Porsche issued Certificate of Authenticity is also based on its ultimate US-market VIN number.
The Speedster is believed to have spent most of the 1990s and 2000s between Georgia and Tennessee in the hands of caring Porsche connoisseurs. The CARFAX report issued for the car clearly documents the mileage up through the years, without any inconsistency. With just 26,612 original miles on the odometer at the time of cataloging, and retaining its original matching numbers engine, this exceptional Speedster boasts a highly original appearance throughout, having been saved from any neglect or abuse during its lifetime. Complete with its factory installed US emission system, Blaupunkt radio, books and manuals, original spare tire inflator and Porsche car cover, the Speedster is accompanied by a clean CARFAX report confirming its low original mileage, as well as the Porsche-issued Certificate of Authenticity detailing its original specification. From the very end of what is considered the original 911 design, and benefiting from all the significant production upgrades such as the G50 5-speed transaxle, this top-of-the-line Speedster is rapidly becoming as collectible as its namesake 1950s progenitor.
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