When it comes to Porsche 911s, it can sometimes seem like a feast or famine situation. In one regard, these air-cooled classics have become so sought after that they rarely stick around long when one appears for sale; on the other hand, if you miss one car, there’s generally another 911 around the corner. Of course, the next car may be out of your price range or a total basketcase, so you’re wise to make the jump if the stars align. This 1983 Porsche 911 SC is a nicely presented example with no apparent modifications and offered by just its second owner here on craigslist near Washington, D.C. for $37,000.
Thanks to Barn Finds reader Jonny C. for the find. The 911 looks sharp in Guards Red paint, and while it does have a rear spoiler, it’s thankfully not a full-blown whale tail. The classic combination of red paint and Fuchs wheels with black centers will never not look good, and while I’m sure the original paint is tired in places, it looks entirely presentable here. The seller indicates he has performed much of the maintenance of this specimen, and that the 3.0L engine is in good shape with no smoking. He recently replaced the clutch and confirms that the 911 will come with documentation of the work he’s done, which would presumably consist of receipts for the purchased replacement parts. The description confirms there is no rust on the vehicle.
The 911 SC remains a compelling choice for an entry point into vintage air-cooled Porsche ownership. While these early 80s models may still be somewhat rudimentary compared to a later 964 or 993, that’s also what makes them so special. While it may be a stretch to drive one every day (I don’t care how short your commute is, there’s always a moment you yearn for the simplicity of a modern commuter car with cold A/C and a good stereo), a 911 SC like this one is a bridge between the long-hood generation and what was to come with the arrival of the Carrera from the late 80s. Despite the malaise era doing a number on seemingly every performance car made, the 911 SC thankfully escaped unscathed.
That price seems to low for a SC with only 61K miles. The Kansas City listing for a car in DC. If it is legit get it while you can!
Two pictures and a remote location? Nice car but would have to have a lot more information before I jumped on this one. Still amazes me that folks put the big whale tail on the rear without putting the front chin spoiler on. Get this hummer much over 120 on a fun run or a track day and you will soon get to feel like your steering wheel isn’t connected to anything.
True, but your average Porsche owner doesn’t like scrapped paint tainting their trophy. The front spoilers are far too low to the ground to be practical in the real world.
Wasn’t talking about the IMSA spoiler. The rubber chin spoiler is only about 3 1/2 inches high and bolts onto the ridge of the front valance.
What’s missing at that price? Title? Grey market car?
Just to be clear, my views on bathtubs aside, these, conversely, are the epitome of what I’d call a German sports car. Sadly, I’ve never experienced either, but doesn’t take a doofus to know, these are simply the best. Fast, great handling, comfy, beautiful styling, sorry, but everything the 356 isn’t. At this stage in my life, obviously, these don’t apply, but if the cookie crumbled the other way, and I had a lot of highway driving to do, you can bet a 911 would have been my choice. Sorry, dad, where ever you are, you may have known how to build a cabinet, but you missed out on some of the best cars in the world. Newer ones are almost unrecognizable, but these most can relate to.
Hey, in a sidebar, I was watching the car auction on TV, Vegas, mind you, cars were going for what I’d call ridiculously cheap, and again, Vegas, not Kansas City( where prices are typically less than Vegas) Cars struggled to reach $15 grand, when you know darn well, the paint jobs cost more. No reserves mean desperation selling. Why am I saying this? Because, if you have the coin, I bet crazy offers on this stuff might just get it. It’s gone, and we don’t see the final price, but I’d bet it wasn’t $37grand.
Dump that whale tail for a duck tail🦆!
Gone!