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Porsche 911 Speedster
Porsche 911 Speedster
| Lot Number | 39 |
| Make | Porsche |
| Model | 911 Speedster |
| Year | 1989 |
| Transmission | Manual |
| Engine | 3.2 liter flat six |
| Mileage Indicated | 16 000 miles |
| Paperwork | Yes |
The 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster is one of the most iconic and collectible 911 variants, produced for just one model year as a tribute to the original 356 Speedster. This example is a second-generation G-Series car, originally ordered for the UK market and imported into South Africa in the early 1990s.
Finished in Guards Red with a factory Turbo-look widebody, this Speedster has received tasteful 964-style cosmetic upgrades, giving it a more modern appearance. Importantly, all original parts are included, preserving the car’s authenticity and collectability. The interior presents well in cream/beige, with a Momo leather steering wheel upgrade and Speedline RUF five-spoke wheels—a nod to the legendary RUF-built Porsches.
Mechanically based on the Carrera 3.2, the Speedster features a steeply raked windscreen, a lower-profile soft top (designed for occasional use rather than weatherproofing), and a simplified, lightweight interior. This example’s condition would benefit from a detailed leather treatment to bring it up to concours standards.
Only 2,104 Speedsters were built in 1989, with just 171 narrow-body versions and the rest—like this one—being Turbo-look widebodies. Approximately 800 left-hand drive units went to the U.S., with the balance distributed across Europe, making UK right-hand drive cars particularly rare.
A standout collector’s piece, this 911 Speedster blends rarity, iconic design, and open-top driving pleasure in a uniquely Porsche package.
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