The Porsche 911 Targa to be auctioned here dates from 1988, is a WTL Slantnose turbo-style conversion, and was first delivered in Massachusetts and exported to Canada, where it came to its first owner in Montreal. According to the owner, the 911 with the vehicle identification number WPOZZZ91ZJS161031 has matching numbers, an expert report is available, the TÜV runs until April 2023 and the 911 comes with 2 pairs of keys. In addition, the Porsche has an H approval, and there is also a stamped guarantee booklet.
About the body: As mentioned at the beginning, this 911 Targa was converted into a WTL (works turbo look) Slantnose turbo style with turbo exhaust on both sides. The factory rear spoiler and the rear window wiper were dismantled for visual reasons, but are of course included in the purchase. The paint color is Amazon Green Metallic, this was only introduced in the later models. In the mid-1990s, the Porsche was completely painted in the same Amazon Green Metallic. The only external defects that can be identified are small paint damage on both fenders due to age, which can be examined more closely on the detailed photos. The targa roof sits well in the lock and shows no damage. The current owner says that there was no accident with the Porsche during its holding period.
The 911 Targa has 16-inch Fuchs rims with lips polished in silver and a tire size of 205/55 at the front and 225/50 at the rear. The condition of the rims with their chrome rings is free of defects, the tires, model Bridgestone Potenza RE970AS Pole Position, are in good shape with sufficient tread according to the owner. The Porsche is braked by Zimmermann brake discs and calipers, which, according to the previous owner, were renewed in 2019. Brake pads, brake lines and wear sensors were also replaced. According to the owner, there are no defects in this area or on the chassis. Furthermore, the underbody is best rated with the words of the owner “according to a Porsche”. As a further highlight, this 911 has a limited slip differential.
The interior consists of silk gray leather seats, more precisely the sports seats from the Turbo. The interior is in neat condition, apart from a slight wear on the driver's seat bolster, there is nothing to complain about. A Pioneer radio is installed, further equipment components are: air conditioning, a short gear lever, electric windows and electrically adjustable and heated front seats, rear window heating, cruise control and central locking. Even the original tool roll and the air compressor with which the 911 was delivered are still there. A special feature of this 911 is the Targa roof, which can be easily removed and put back on. The controls in the interior work flawlessly.
The 911 Targa odometer shows approximately 160,500 miles. The function of all instruments is given.
The engine compartment is extremely clean, all stickers are in place and the 3.2 liter boxer engine runs perfectly. The power transmission is taken over by the G50 five-speed gearbox, which can be shifted perfectly. According to the previous owner, some repairs were carried out in terms of engine and transmission technology at the beginning of 2020: An engine overhaul with replacement of the valve guides, crankshaft seals, fuel lines and oil lines, the clutch disc was also renewed. A compression measurement for all six cylinders was also carried out without any complaints. In summary, there is no pending work that needs to be done, the last service was carried out in April 2021, during which the air conditioning was also refilled. The owner also states that he is adding a car cover for the safe storage of the 911 in the garage.
