1989 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 - G50

KEY FACTS

• A highly sought-after final-year example of the iconic G-Series sports car, this Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 is a characterful and engaging air-cooled coupe equipped with the desirable G50 manual gearbox.
• It is powered by a naturally aspirated 3.2-litre flat-six, driving the rear wheels through a five-speed ‘G50’ manual transmission.
• The car reportedly benefits from significant previous mechanical work, including an engine overhaul by respected Porsche specialist Charles Marsland approximately 10,000 miles ago.
• The odometer indicates 103,612 miles, which the seller believes to be genuine.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 911 Carrera 3.2 is finished in the bold shade of Guards Red, over a black leather-trimmed interior, featuring contrasting red front seat piping.
• It rides on a set of 16-inch Fuchs alloy wheels finished in gloss-black with anodised lips, fitted with Pirelli P Zero tyres.
• Equipment includes a front chin spoiler, a ‘whale tail’ rear spoiler, a rear screen wiper, an electric sunroof, a Blaupunkt Toronto cassette stereo, electric windows, electrically adjustable front sports seats, and cassette storage.
• The car has received upgrades including a K&N lifetime air filter, 930-era Turbo tie rods, and a stainless-steel exhaust system.
• Accompanying the sale are all factory-supplied books, the original wallet, the V5C, a Haynes repair manual, two Motorbooks Workshop manuals, the partially stamped service booklet, a large collection of maintenance invoices and MOT certificates, typed service history breakdowns, and three keys.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: previous paintwork comprising a roof repaint following windscreen removal, repainting to the rear quarters and front wings due to age-related deterioration of the finish, along with a small number of localised cosmetic repairs. The seat bolster upholstery has previously been refreshed to a high standard.
• The most recent MOT test was on 30 July 2025 at an indicated 103,429 miles, which resulted in a second-time pass with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The seller states that the last maintenance was carried out in July 2024 at an indicated 102,740 miles by Station Garage, and included replacement genuine Porsche fuel lines, fuel filter, fuel pump, fuel tank, rear shock absorbers, rack gaiters, track rods, front brake pads, and clutch slave cylinder and hydraulic hose, along with a complete clutch kit, a gearbox oil change, an engine oil service, brake fluid replacement, a wheel alignment, and replacement fog light glass.
• A previous service was completed in June 2019 at an indicated 101,297 miles by SCS Porsche.
• The seller states that before this, Charles Marsland serviced the car in January 2018 at an indicated 100,188 miles.
• An engine rebuild and exhaust work was carried out in September 2011 by Spring Lodge, which included, but was not limited to, new silencers and cross-over pipes, 12 exhaust studs being drilled out, a new set of valve springs, new piston rings, valve guides, a top-end gasket set, new crankshaft oil seals, the cylinder heads being media blasted, and a replacement front oil cooler.

Dates and mileage:

• Sep 1989 – 1,742 miles – JCT 600 (evidenced)
• Mar 1990 – 3,407 miles – JCT 600 (evidenced)
• Nov 1990 – 10,819 miles – JCT 600 (evidenced)
• Nov 1991 – 21,933 miles – JCT 600 (evidenced)
• Feb 1993 – 24,507 miles – JCT 600 (evidenced)
• Jan 1994 – 31,439 miles – JCT 600 (evidenced)
• Jan 1995 – 38,757 miles – JCT 600 (evidenced)
• Jun 1995 – 48,837 miles – JCT 600 (evidenced)
• Apr 1996 – 49,962 miles – Harrogate Carriage (evidenced)
• Apr 1997 – 53,581 miles – Porsche Strasse (evidenced)
• May 1998 – 56,572 miles – Porsche Strasse (evidenced)
• Feb 1999 - 57,256 miles - Loe Bank Motors (evidenced)
• Jun 2000 – 64,258 miles – Parker & Kendal (evidenced)
• Aug 2002 – 77,315 miles – Parker & Kendal (evidenced)
• Aug 2004 – 85,943 miles – Parker & Kendal (evidenced)
• May 2005 – 87,555 miles – Motorfarm Bedford (evidenced)
• Sep 2005 – 88,677 miles – Barr-Tech Porsche (evidenced)
• Sep 2011 – 93,800 miles – Charles Marsland (evidenced)
• Jan 2018 – 100,188 miles – Charles Marsland (reported)
• Jun 2019 – 101,297 miles – SCS Porsche (evidenced)
• Jul 2024 – 102,740 miles – Station Garage (reported)

SUMMARY

This Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 is a desirable final-year G-Series example, specified with the sought-after G50 five-speed manual gearbox. Finished in a classic colour combination, with several carefully chosen usability and handling upgrades, a charismatic rebuilt air-cooled flat-six engine, an analogue driving experience, and enduring usability, it would make a rewarding addition to any collection of analogue sports cars.

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