1985 Porsche 911 Targa

Make

Porsche

Model

911 Targa

Year

1985

Listed price

$45,000

Location

Flowery Branch, Georgia

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

133,353 miles

The Porsche 911 Targa, first introduced in 1965, was a revolutionary design born from concerns over impending US safety regulations that threatened to ban traditional convertibles. Porsche's ingenious solution offered the open-air exhilaration of a convertible with the added structural rigidity and safety of a roll hoop, creating an iconic silhouette that endures to this day. This 1985 model hails from the G-series generation (1974-1989), widely considered one of the most robust and desirable iterations of the air-cooled 911, and represents the penultimate year for the revered 3.2-liter Carrera engine before the significant changes of the 964 generation. This particular 1985 Porsche 911 Targa, showing 133,353 miles, exemplifies the enduring appeal of these driver-focused machines. Power comes from the celebrated 3.2-liter flat-six engine, known for its bulletproof reliability and spirited performance, paired with a precise manual transmission that puts the driver firmly in control. The removable Targa top allows for an immersive driving experience, whether cruising with the wind in your hair or enjoying the secure cabin feel with the top in place. This is an opportunity to acquire a classic air-cooled 911 Targa, ready for its next chapter on the open road.