1980 Porsche 911 Sunroof Delete - Engine Rebuild

Make

Porsche

Model

911 Sunroof Delete - Engine Rebuild

Year

1980

Listed price

$65,000

Location

Winter Garden, Florida

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

158,670 miles

The Porsche 911 SC, produced from 1978 to 1983, marked a significant evolution in the long-running G-series generation. Following the Carrera 3.0, the SC (Super Carrera) was envisioned as a more universally appealing and robust 911, initially intended to be the final iteration before a potential front-engined future for Porsche. Thankfully, history had other plans. Powered by a 3.0-liter air-cooled flat-six, it offered a compelling blend of performance and everyday usability, with power output steadily climbing from 180 hp to 204 hp by the end of its run. The SC has since cemented its place as a quintessential classic 911, celebrated for its raw, mechanical feel and relative simplicity compared to later, more complex models. This 1980 Porsche 911 SC Coupe stands out as a desirable "slick top" example, a factory sunroof-delete car that enthusiasts often seek for its clean roofline and marginally increased chassis rigidity. Showing 158,670 miles, this particular SC benefits from a comprehensive engine rebuild, meticulously performed in September 2020. This extensive work included new bearings, pistons, cylinders, and head studs, along with machined heads, a full complement of new gaskets and seals, and refreshed oil lines. A new clutch was also installed at the time of the rebuild, ensuring its manual transmission delivers power smoothly and efficiently. This meticulously maintained 911 SC is ready to deliver the unadulterated air-cooled driving experience it was designed for.