We’ve been compiling some amazing Porsche models on eBay for nearly three years now, and we’ve seen some pretty astonishing cars pop up now and again. This week we’re taking a look at some great Porsche models from the 1980s. Some might consider the eighties Porsche’s best decade, so let’s check it out! Hopefully you’ve enjoyed our curated look at the Porsche market. Keep in mind, some of these Porsches could be great collection investments, while others might prove to do more financial harm than good.
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1. Low Mile 1983 Porsche 944 For Sale
In my entire driving history, I only regret selling one car, and that was my first Porsche. It was a 1983 944, similar in spec to this exact car, only in Zermatt Silver instead of the incredible brown of this one. My 944 was beat up and probably nearing the end of its serviceable life, but it was mine, and it was a ton of fun. Being that 1983 was the only year for a manual steering rack in US 944s, and that the sunroof was an analog lift-out job, and that the early 924-cribbed square dash appeals to my sensibilities, it was the best Porsche. This particular example appears to have been meticulously cared for, including a log of every fuel stop the car has ever had. With only 38,000 on the odometer, it hasn’t lived to its full potential, however. Someone needs to buy this and immediately take it on a cross-country road trip!
For more pictures, pricing and information, check out the full listing on eBay.
2. 1988 Porsche 911 Turbo Slant Nose For Sale
Outside of the practically unattainable 959, there is one Porsche that exemplifies the 1980s spirit more than any other, and that has to be the slant nosed 930. With wild factory-assembled aerodynamic aids and dramatic aesthetics, the slant nose is a legend for many reasons. This one only has 7200 miles on the odometer, and appears to be extremely well kept. If you can afford the more-than-a-quarter-million price tag, I say go for it! This is a blue-chip collector grade Porsche that combines rarity with performance. It’s not likely to go down in value any time soon.
For more pictures, pricing and information, check out the full listing on eBay.
3.1982 Porsche 928 5-Speed For Sale
Manual transmission 928s will be the next Porsche to increase in value. For years 928s have been derided and looked down upon by the aircooled faithful, but as 911s go stratospheric, more people with a passion for Porsche are trying out the 928 game. I never liked the 928 myself because I’d always driven examples with a Mercedes-built automatic transmission, but a few weeks ago I had a go in a 5-speed manual equipped model, and it made a massive difference in driving excitement. Snap one of these up before they’re all gone. Just be aware that even the best example could need significant sums of mechanical work. It might no be a cheap Porsche to own, but it’ll be an awesome one.
For more pictures, pricing and information, check out the full listing on eBay.
4. 1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Turbo-Look Targa For Sale
In the 1980s you could have the visuals of the 911 Turbo without actually having to deal with the knife-edge boosted performance of the devilish 930; you could get the Turbo-Look model. More crucially, the Turbo-Look was available in Targa and Cabriolet models long before the 930 proper was (’88 for Turbo Targa, ’89 only for Turbo Cab). This example is said to be one of only 79 built for the world in 1985, making it a rare piece of Porsche history. Pretty neat.
For more pictures, pricing and information, check out the full listing on eBay.
5. 1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Hot Rod For Sale
Part of the 911’s enduring base of enthusiastic fans is the fact that it is an incredibly modular platform. You can do almost anything to any model of 911 and get similar results. These cars are like LEGO kits where you can plug in bits from later cars or earlier cars and it will all just sorta work. This 1985 911 has been flared a lot and features RSR-width motorsport flares and a huge ducktail spoiler. Under that decklid, however, is a 993-era 3.6-liter engine with Varioram technology. This is a visually exciting Porsche that has been seriously modified from its original spec, but it’s been done with quality bits and should drive a lot faster than most 911s of its original era. It’s a big chunk of change, but maybe it’s worth it to you.
For more pictures, pricing and information, check out the full listing on eBay.