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1989 Porsche 911: 1989 Porsche 911: You should have one!
12/27/06 (updated 01/11/07)
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The Porsche (vehicle) family tree has strong roots and over time has come to produce many varities; some along carefully established 'traditional'lines and other strains, exciting and bold new ventures. I never thought I'd see a water-cooled Porsche, let alone a Porsche SUV!
I had had a mishap in my '81 Targa involving a motorist on her cell phone, a deer and an on ramp full of spilled gravel. Not a good combination for my Targa's longevity, however the unconscious motor-mouth motorist and the deer were unscathed!
With my insurance and salvage money in my account I started shopping and it was as if the big guy smiled down and said, "Hey, you did a nice job avoiding the deer and someone who in all liklihood should become an endangered specie...Check this out!" My first monied-morning on eBay there was a black on black 911 Carrera Cabriolet. It was being sold by a dealership that sells frequently here on eBay and it had a 'Buy-IT-NOW' feature just screaming at me.
The 1989 911 was the stepping off point in my mind. 1990 brought with it a different body style that has yet to grow on me. It also introduced a larger engine, at that time unproven on the streets. The 3,2 workhorse that came along in 1983-89 was solid and reliable and has many, many untapped horses available through aftermarket products. The car I bought had 145K miles on it;in some circles that is high mileage, but with care and proper maintenance, a stroll through the garden for a Porsche.
This is a very civil sports car. It is relatively quiet for a perfomance car and even with the top down a conversation with your co-pilot isn't an exercise in futility. I get about 25 MPG on mid-grade gas.
All the soft-touch stuff is there:A/C, stereos and speakers, power locks & windows and a top that drops with the push of a button, even cruise control. The front seats are really comfy and the carpeting is top notch. The jump seats in back are novel. All are in either leather or a leather-looking substitute, quite refined.
But this is afterall a sports car! The air-cooled engine develops about 214 HP and while this model is not as quick or fast as some of its predecessors, it is a kick to drive. The rear engine lay out can be a learning experience for the uninitiated, but in most day to day driving situations, no worries.
The clutch, I believe has hydraulic assist and is far easier to engage than either my '81 targa or my older 930. A 1989 911's clutch is more work than the next generation 993, but then that is an genuine apples to oranges comparison!
The 1989 model has the G50 transmission. It is smooth and a lot more precise feeling than the 915 tranny and capable of handling more power too.
The looks of a 1989 Carrera had carried over through the years and are pretty graceful. The 964 (1990-1994)has a different look about it. The 1989 is sometimes viewed as the 'last of an era'. It was offered in a Coupe, a Cabriolet, and I think a Targa. A very collectible Speedster model with a lower profile windscreen,top,and flared widebody like a turbo flowered briefly in 1989. The TURBO was the be-all-end-all performance unit available in coupe or convertible and fitted with a five speed tranny exclusive to that year!
1989 saw the introduction of Porsche all wheel drive.As with a lot of premier year offerings, this option had 'issues' and was not as reliable as its siblings. To get to a 993 Carrera 4, Porsche had to start somewhere!
1989 911 Porsche, You should have one!
I had had a mishap in my '81 Targa involving a motorist on her cell phone, a deer and an on ramp full of spilled gravel. Not a good combination for my Targa's longevity, however the unconscious motor-mouth motorist and the deer were unscathed!
With my insurance and salvage money in my account I started shopping and it was as if the big guy smiled down and said, "Hey, you did a nice job avoiding the deer and someone who in all liklihood should become an endangered specie...Check this out!" My first monied-morning on eBay there was a black on black 911 Carrera Cabriolet. It was being sold by a dealership that sells frequently here on eBay and it had a 'Buy-IT-NOW' feature just screaming at me.
The 1989 911 was the stepping off point in my mind. 1990 brought with it a different body style that has yet to grow on me. It also introduced a larger engine, at that time unproven on the streets. The 3,2 workhorse that came along in 1983-89 was solid and reliable and has many, many untapped horses available through aftermarket products. The car I bought had 145K miles on it;in some circles that is high mileage, but with care and proper maintenance, a stroll through the garden for a Porsche.
This is a very civil sports car. It is relatively quiet for a perfomance car and even with the top down a conversation with your co-pilot isn't an exercise in futility. I get about 25 MPG on mid-grade gas.
All the soft-touch stuff is there:A/C, stereos and speakers, power locks & windows and a top that drops with the push of a button, even cruise control. The front seats are really comfy and the carpeting is top notch. The jump seats in back are novel. All are in either leather or a leather-looking substitute, quite refined.
But this is afterall a sports car! The air-cooled engine develops about 214 HP and while this model is not as quick or fast as some of its predecessors, it is a kick to drive. The rear engine lay out can be a learning experience for the uninitiated, but in most day to day driving situations, no worries.
The clutch, I believe has hydraulic assist and is far easier to engage than either my '81 targa or my older 930. A 1989 911's clutch is more work than the next generation 993, but then that is an genuine apples to oranges comparison!
The 1989 model has the G50 transmission. It is smooth and a lot more precise feeling than the 915 tranny and capable of handling more power too.
The looks of a 1989 Carrera had carried over through the years and are pretty graceful. The 964 (1990-1994)has a different look about it. The 1989 is sometimes viewed as the 'last of an era'. It was offered in a Coupe, a Cabriolet, and I think a Targa. A very collectible Speedster model with a lower profile windscreen,top,and flared widebody like a turbo flowered briefly in 1989. The TURBO was the be-all-end-all performance unit available in coupe or convertible and fitted with a five speed tranny exclusive to that year!
1989 saw the introduction of Porsche all wheel drive.As with a lot of premier year offerings, this option had 'issues' and was not as reliable as its siblings. To get to a 993 Carrera 4, Porsche had to start somewhere!
1989 911 Porsche, You should have one!
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1989 Porsche 911: Buying a car on ebay is a bit of a coin flip.
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This transaction did not go through. The car had a strong potential for a problematic transmission due to the year, and the owner would not allow the car to be inspected. The seller of the car backed us up and only requested we pay the cost of the add if we wanted to back out of the purchase. We agreed. Buying a car on ebay is a bit of a coin flip.
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1989 Porsche 911: 1989 911 C4
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The car is warm, cozy and fast. It goes anywhere in the snow. It has 2 distributors 12 spark plugs, the mufflers have to come off to get at the spark plugs. A professional tune up will be expensive. Once Porsche are set they seem to fine. It is the fastest car I have ever had, I would like to go faster. I can see now why some people get turbos.
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1989 Porsche 911: First truly affordable 959?
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1989 was a strange year for the 911. The old 911 Carrera era came to a close and the new era of the 964 began, both being offered in the same year. Many times the 964 or Carrera 4 is ignored as a 1989 offering. The new car was something like 65% new. Major changes to engine and suspension with updated components, and of course the all wheel drive system. Some uncaring folks have labeled it Sputnik, but it is essentially the same system that was used in the 959. There are many reports circulating of the complex electro-mechanical all wheel drive system becoming nonfunctional or oil leaks from the engine. The truth is it is a very well proven system (Remember the Paris to Dakar 959 rally cars) that is part of a vehicle that is almost 20 years old. I have owned a 964 for 4 years and there are none of the reported problems with oil leaks or the all wheel drive system. It is a fun car to drive, and a wonderful vehicle to drive and own. The price right now is very affordable for this super car, and far below where it ought to be for a car that cost $70,000 brand new.
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1989 Porsche 911: 1989 Porsche 911: You should have one!
12/27/06 (updated 01/11/07)
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7 of 11 people found this review helpful.
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The Porsche (vehicle) family tree has strong roots and over time has come to produce many varities; some along carefully established 'traditional'lines and other strains, exciting and bold new ventures. I never thought I'd see a water-cooled Porsche, let alone a Porsche SUV!
I had had a mishap in my '81 Targa involving a motorist on her cell phone, a deer and an on ramp full of spilled gravel. Not a good combination for my Targa's longevity, however the unconscious motor-mouth motorist and the deer were unscathed!
With my insurance and salvage money in my account I started shopping and it was as if the big guy smiled down and said, "Hey, you did a nice job avoiding the deer and someone who in all liklihood should become an endangered specie...Check this out!" My first monied-morning on eBay there was a black on black 911 Carrera Cabriolet. It was being sold by a dealership that sells frequently here on eBay and it had a 'Buy-IT-NOW' feature just screaming at me.
The 1989 911 was the stepping off point in my mind. 1990 brought with it a different body style that has yet to grow on me. It also introduced a larger engine, at that time unproven on the streets. The 3,2 workhorse that came along in 1983-89 was solid and reliable and has many, many untapped horses available through aftermarket products. The car I bought had 145K miles on it;in some circles that is high mileage, but with care and proper maintenance, a stroll through the garden for a Porsche.
This is a very civil sports car. It is relatively quiet for a perfomance car and even with the top down a conversation with your co-pilot isn't an exercise in futility. I get about 25 MPG on mid-grade gas.
All the soft-touch stuff is there:A/C, stereos and speakers, power locks & windows and a top that drops with the push of a button, even cruise control. The front seats are really comfy and the carpeting is top notch. The jump seats in back are novel. All are in either leather or a leather-looking substitute, quite refined.
But this is afterall a sports car! The air-cooled engine develops about 214 HP and while this model is not as quick or fast as some of its predecessors, it is a kick to drive. The rear engine lay out can be a learning experience for the uninitiated, but in most day to day driving situations, no worries.
The clutch, I believe has hydraulic assist and is far easier to engage than either my '81 targa or my older 930. A 1989 911's clutch is more work than the next generation 993, but then that is an genuine apples to oranges comparison!
The 1989 model has the G50 transmission. It is smooth and a lot more precise feeling than the 915 tranny and capable of handling more power too.
The looks of a 1989 Carrera had carried over through the years and are pretty graceful. The 964 (1990-1994)has a different look about it. The 1989 is sometimes viewed as the 'last of an era'. It was offered in a Coupe, a Cabriolet, and I think a Targa. A very collectible Speedster model with a lower profile windscreen,top,and flared widebody like a turbo flowered briefly in 1989. The TURBO was the be-all-end-all performance unit available in coupe or convertible and fitted with a five speed tranny exclusive to that year!
1989 saw the introduction of Porsche all wheel drive.As with a lot of premier year offerings, this option had 'issues' and was not as reliable as its siblings. To get to a 993 Carrera 4, Porsche had to start somewhere!
1989 911 Porsche, You should have one!
I had had a mishap in my '81 Targa involving a motorist on her cell phone, a deer and an on ramp full of spilled gravel. Not a good combination for my Targa's longevity, however the unconscious motor-mouth motorist and the deer were unscathed!
With my insurance and salvage money in my account I started shopping and it was as if the big guy smiled down and said, "Hey, you did a nice job avoiding the deer and someone who in all liklihood should become an endangered specie...Check this out!" My first monied-morning on eBay there was a black on black 911 Carrera Cabriolet. It was being sold by a dealership that sells frequently here on eBay and it had a 'Buy-IT-NOW' feature just screaming at me.
The 1989 911 was the stepping off point in my mind. 1990 brought with it a different body style that has yet to grow on me. It also introduced a larger engine, at that time unproven on the streets. The 3,2 workhorse that came along in 1983-89 was solid and reliable and has many, many untapped horses available through aftermarket products. The car I bought had 145K miles on it;in some circles that is high mileage, but with care and proper maintenance, a stroll through the garden for a Porsche.
This is a very civil sports car. It is relatively quiet for a perfomance car and even with the top down a conversation with your co-pilot isn't an exercise in futility. I get about 25 MPG on mid-grade gas.
All the soft-touch stuff is there:A/C, stereos and speakers, power locks & windows and a top that drops with the push of a button, even cruise control. The front seats are really comfy and the carpeting is top notch. The jump seats in back are novel. All are in either leather or a leather-looking substitute, quite refined.
But this is afterall a sports car! The air-cooled engine develops about 214 HP and while this model is not as quick or fast as some of its predecessors, it is a kick to drive. The rear engine lay out can be a learning experience for the uninitiated, but in most day to day driving situations, no worries.
The clutch, I believe has hydraulic assist and is far easier to engage than either my '81 targa or my older 930. A 1989 911's clutch is more work than the next generation 993, but then that is an genuine apples to oranges comparison!
The 1989 model has the G50 transmission. It is smooth and a lot more precise feeling than the 915 tranny and capable of handling more power too.
The looks of a 1989 Carrera had carried over through the years and are pretty graceful. The 964 (1990-1994)has a different look about it. The 1989 is sometimes viewed as the 'last of an era'. It was offered in a Coupe, a Cabriolet, and I think a Targa. A very collectible Speedster model with a lower profile windscreen,top,and flared widebody like a turbo flowered briefly in 1989. The TURBO was the be-all-end-all performance unit available in coupe or convertible and fitted with a five speed tranny exclusive to that year!
1989 saw the introduction of Porsche all wheel drive.As with a lot of premier year offerings, this option had 'issues' and was not as reliable as its siblings. To get to a 993 Carrera 4, Porsche had to start somewhere!
1989 911 Porsche, You should have one!
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