Summer is in full swing over at our sister site, Classic Italian Cars for sale. We’ve had a couple of unique rides featured over the last few days, including a magnificent Fiat 130 Coupe and brutish Lamborghini LM002A.
As always, thanks for reading!
-Paul
A lot of the icons we love from the 1980s have either been out of reach or are fast becoming out of reach for collectors of more modest means. The Ferrari Testarossa, Porsche 911 Turbo and more recently, the BMW E30 M3 come to mind. There still exists some quality German iron out there for those on a budget. At the top of my list is the Porsche 944 and 968. Long derided by Porsche purists who thought their sports cars should be air-cooled and have a flat six engine hanging over the rear axle, these four cylinder Porsches are beginning to be more widely accepted in the light of Porsche sedans and SUVs that roam the earth these days.
Out of the entire range, one of my favorites is the 944 Turbo. These were fast cars for their day, capable of reaching 60 mph in under six seconds. Painted in black with black Fuchs alloy wheels, this 944 Turbo for sale in New York has a tough, purposeful look about it.
Year: 1986
Model: 944 Turbo
Engine: 2.5 liter turbocharged inline four
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Mileage: 51,000 miles
Price: $16,995 Buy It Now
This Porsche has only done 51k miles since new! Its has the perfect options combination with beautiful black over spotless tan leather, 16″ turbo Fuchs wheels with new tires, Alpine premium sound, power seats windows, locks, and mirrors and removable sunroof! The 2.5L 4-cylinder turbo runs excellent and the 5-speed manual transmission shifts smoothly. The carpets are perfect as well as the dashboard and windows, with no wear or cracks whatsoever. The timing belt and water pump were replaced less than 3000 miles ago at Langan Porsche in Albany, NY. This really is a great driver’s car or a great addition to your collection! The clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report can be found just above this description. It has been fully inspected and serviced in our on-site 13,000 sq. ft. facility and then detailed to the highest standards!
This Porsche 944 Turbo is pristine!
- 2.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder
- 5-Speed manual Transmission
- 16” Fuchs Wheels
- Sunroof
- New Tires
- Leather Interior
- Power Seats
- Ice Cold Air Conditioning
- Power Windows, Locks, and Mirrors
- AM/FM/CD Player
- Alpine Premium Sound
- Limited Slip Differential
- 51k Miles
- Clean CARFAX
Ben featured a 1987 944 Turbo back in April that was selling for $12,000. That car had just over 67,000 miles on the clock, which admittedly isn’t a lot more than our feature car. Unless it is an extremely low mileage example, around $12,000 to $15,000 seems to be the sweet spot for these sports coupes nowadays. Considering how the E30 M3 has taken off in value, I think these 944s are an excellent value. Hopefully they continue to be a dark horse in the collector market, because I’d like to snap one up someday.
-Paul
Welcome to Week in Review, where we’ll take a look at some of the vehicles featured on GCFSB over the last two weeks:
The 1972 Mercedes-Benz Unimog Fire Truck sold for $21,010: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Truck
The 1985 BMW 635CSi did not meet its reserve after 14 bids at $6,600. The vehicle has been re-listed with a reserve: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car
The 1972 BMW 2002tii sold for $16,000: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car
The 1990 Volkswagen Transporter Single Cab Turbo Diesel sold for $9,500: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Truck
The 1983 Audi Coupe Quattro sold for $16,888: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car
The 1997 BMW M3 Sedan sold for $9,100: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car
The 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300SL sold for $11,900: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car
The 1987 BMW M6 did not sell with a high bid of $18,100. The vehicle has been re-listed: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car
The 1990 BMW 325iX did not sell after it was re-listed, not meeting its reserve at $7,200: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car
The 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500E sold for $10,000: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car
-Paul
The 300SL badge is legendary in Mercedes-Benz enthusiast circles, mainly because it was affixed to one of their most famous cars of all time, the 300SL Gullwing and later 300SL roadster. A derivative of the W194 racing machines of the 1950s, these cars have captivated multiple generations of automotive enthusiasts. In 1985, the 300SL moniker was reintroduced for the following model year, this time on the trunk of the R107 SL, which had been in production since 1971. This version of the SL was not available in the US and featured the single overhead cam, M103 inline six, available with either a 4-speed automatic or the more rare 5-speed manual option.
A few of these late model, six cylinder R107s are starting to trickle into our shores, and this one for sale in southern Virginia appears to be a clean, rust-free example ready for some good cruising time.
Year: 1986
Model: 300SL
Engine: 3.0 liter inline six
Transmission: 4-speed automatic
Mileage: 63,521 mi
Price: Reserve auction
1986 Mercedes 300SL Euro. A rare classic automobile! Clean Carfax. VIN: WDB1070411A038610
Interior looks nearly new. This car looks, runs and drives great! Very nice, rust-free body! Very low original miles. Here is your change to buy the perfect car for some top-down summer cruising this year, so don’t miss this opportunity to own a rare, classic Benz for a great price. This car would make a great daily driver.
Highlights:
Only 63,521 original miles!
Great looking tires will most of their tread left all around this car! The matching spare is there with a good tire on it.
Very nice EURO bumpers and headlights. The interior looks great! Very nice carpet, door panels, dash, wood trim, and more!
This rare 300SL’s interior has a matching rear seat. The soft top is NEW and in excellent condition. The matching hard top looks very good inside and out. The exterior looks very nice with good paint and good chrome. The undercarriage is clean with only minor rust. This car is solid.The engine bay is very clean. The 3.0L, 6-Cyl. engine runs very good and fires right up. It has very good acceleration and does not smoke. The automatic transmission shifts good. This car has A/C and it works. All the power features work including the power windows, power steering, power brakes, gauges, interior lights, headlights, and more. The manual convertible top mechanism works great and the tray it stores in is very clean. Bid now and bid often to win this auction for a rare 1986 Mercedes 300SL Euro!
It’s possible to snag a similar vintage 560SL with mileage between 50,000 and 100,000 for anywhere between $15,000 to $20,000 these days, with exceptional, concours quality examples fetching into the mid $20,000 range. In this market, the six cylinder engine could be desirable to some who don’t need the power or thirst of the V8 engine. I’d suspect somewhere between $13,000 to $15,000 might get it done.
-Paul
Throughout my involvement here at GCFSB, one car that is often revered by current and former owners is the Audi Coupe GT. While the Coupe GT is overshadowed a bit by its four-wheel drive sibling upon which it’s based, the Ur Quattro, the non-turbocharged, front-wheel drive versions have merit in their own right. They have a distinct eighties flair about them and offer up a bit more uniqueness than other German offerings of the period.
A reader of ours, Jeffrey, contacted us a while back, as he is on the hunt for a later model Coupe GT in good condition. They are hard to find, but a few are still out there. First up we have a 1986 Coupe GT for sale in Oregon with a shade over 160,000 miles but looks like a great basis for a minor refresh.
Year: 1986
Model: Coupe GT
Engine: 2.2 liter inline five
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Mileage: 162,000
Price: $3,000
I’ve got an ’86 Audi Coupe GT that im looking to sell. Car is in VERY NICE SHAPE, runs great, drives really nice. Car has had the clutch replaced 2-3k miles ago. Also had a tune up at the same time. Again, I am looking to trade this for another VW or Audi. Looking for the best cash offer. I need to pay off court fines, and tickets, so i gotta sell a car or 2. Let me know what you have to offer up as a partial trade? Would be interested in ANY Mk2 VW as a partial trade.
162,xxx miles, ODOMETER WORKS! Fresh cluch, good tires, clean inside and out, have big flat hub-caps and small octagonal caps. Car is SUPER CLEAN. Doesn’t leak either. Heater works well.
For the price, this Coupe GT appears to be a pretty decent value, as the bodywork looks straight and the interior isn’t worn out. The ad is a bit confusing, however, as the seller is looking for the best cash offer but is also looking for trades? Nevertheless, if the seller is open to offers, someone might be able to get into a modern classic for cheap.
Now over to our next vehicle. I’ve found a lot of great classics in Europe this week, and here’s another one. This late model Coupe GT with the 1.8 liter engine is for sale in Ebersbach, Germany, which is on the border with the Czech Republic. It is an amazingly preserved example that was owned by the original owner until 2009.
Year: 1988
Model: Coupe GT
Engine: 1.8 liter inline four
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Mileage: 60,300 km (~ 37,468 mi)
Price: €6,990 (~ $9,099)
The Audi Coupe GT was in an edgy, sporty, timeless shape in the showrooms – a challenge to most sports coupes on the market at that time. The thought of conquering the luxury car class also played with this car very much. The outstanding workmanship and quality finishes distinguished this car. In order to meet the quality standards, the GT was equipped with sport seats, dashboard instruments, rear spoiler and many other options. It should be noted the popularity of the coupe is partly a result of the legendary Michéle Mouton, who achieved great success with this same body in rallying.
We offer you a truly exceptional, beautiful vehicle that belongs in collectors and lovers hands. The car was delivered in 1988 in Germany to the first owner and remained in his possession until 2009 (the second owner had the car for six weeks and the next owner from March 2009 to present). The interior is almost like a year old car just like the paint, for the large part is still original. Electrics and mechanics work fine. We have serviced the car, all fluids changed, new timing belt, battery, brakes, etc. HU/AU is also done again and is now no more work for your for approval. On request, we’re also happy to offer a G-Cat upgrade with green environmental badge for €500 including installation. We are sure that it would be impossible to find a vehicle in this state. In five years, this car will be a Youngtimer. We urge you not to be fooled by the 88 HP, because at just 950 KG (~ 2,094 lbs) this sport coupe is certainly travel fast.
As with a lot of cars here in GCFSB, it’s such a shame this Coupe GT is for sale on the other side of the pond, as it has benefitted from long ownership and is simply one of the cleanest, most original examples I’ve come across. It’s not surprising the seller is asking close to $10,000, which is right about the top of the price range when it comes to this car. Even the best examples in the like this one in the US might bring $6,000 to $8,000. I have to think, though, that this Coupe GT might be one of the most original, best preserved examples left worldwide.
-Paul
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