Being spread out over the United States, it’s hard for all of us here at GCFSB to catch up, but I was lucky enough to visit Rhode Island over the long weekend and catch up with Carter who lives in Providence. Living in the Washington, DC area, politics is the topic of the day and one which I loathe. So it’s always great to get away from this fishbowl and meet up with likeminded friends who share my passion for German cars. Carter had mentioned to me that a friend of his has an M3 Convertible, and I had my usual confused reaction when it comes to drop top M cars.
Now I have come across this 1990 964 series Carrera 4 Cabriolet. Kind of an odd combination, no? When I think of 911 Cabriolets, I think of motoring on sunny days rather than inclement weather that goes hand in hand with all-wheel drive. While this C4 Cabriolet may reside in New Hampshire, it spent a good many years in California and Florida. Just under 5,000 of the C4 Cabriolets were built, in comparison to just over 11,000 of the C2 Cabriolet, so for the classic 911 buyer looking for a bit more exclusivity, a low mileage, 5-speed example like this car would be a good choice.
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Year: 1990
Model: 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet
Engine: 3.6 liter flat-6
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Mileage: 32,400 mi
Price: $39,500
Year: 1990
Make: Porsche
Model: 911
Porsche Model: 911
Mileage (numbers only please): 32900
Options (Please check ALL which apply): Airbags, Air Conditioning, Antilock Brakes, Cruise Control, Foglamps, Intermittent Wipers, Leather Seats, Power Brakes, Power Door Locks, Power Steering, Power Windows
Color: Black
Price (no $ sign please): $39500
Private or Dealer Listing: Private Listing
Location (Region): NorthEast
Body Style: Cabriolet
Transmission Type: Manual – 5 speed
2 or 4 Wheel Drive?: 4 Wheel Drive
Engine Type: Fuel Injection
Stereo System: AM-FM CDWith only 32,900 miles, this manual transmission 964 is in spectacular condition! Records support mileage. No accidents, original paint and clean CarFax report. Prior to my ownership, it was owned by one family its whole life (Father, then adult Son). Everything’s original with the exception of the updated stereo system (Pioneer with Bluetooth). It spent its first 12 years between California and Florida then came to the Northeast. The 30k service was done at a dealership in 2011 and previous trips to dealers are documented in the warranty/service book. The car runs and drives beautifully and does not leak. No dings or dents. Equipped with cruise control and power seats. Tires have only 3 or 4k miles on them, wheels have no curb rash. The car comes with its original window sticker, books, records, spare keys, tools, jack, compressor. The power latching mechanisms (at the top of the windshield) work well but I put the top up and down manually as there’s an issue with the mechanisms that raise and lower it. $39,500. PPIs are welcomed. Car is located in NH.
For a 964 with low miles, original paint and a manual gearbox, the asking price is rather reasonable, given that some of these 911s are reaching well into the $40,000 territory these days. The Carrera 4 is notoriously more expensive when it comes to running costs, but with the documentation on hand and the seller open to a PPI, there should be little cause for concern here. Outside of the Audi brand, it’s hard to come across all-wheel drive convertibles. If it’s grip you seek under the open skies, your ride is waiting.
-Paul
