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Click here to view high resolution photos Current Owner, Patrick Long My First Air-Cooled Porsche 29,980 Original Miles! Original Paint and Interior Highly Optioned - Including Limited Slip Differential, Sunroof, Leather Sport Seats, Etc. 3.2-Liter Air-Cooled Flat 6 5-Speed Manual Transmission Includes Books, Service Records, Tools, Jack, & Spare Wheel/Tire Lowered and aligned to European Specifications Wheel Upgrade - Factory Fuchs 9 Wheels installed on the rear; Moved Standard 7 Wheels to the Front From Patrick Long, three-time American Le Mans Series Champion and two-time Pirelli World Challenge Champion My first Air-cooled purchase since joining the Factory Race team in 2003. It was the car that inspired me to start Luftgekhlt and was part of the first show, held in 2014 in Venice Ca. Some say that day launched an entire new generation of Porsche Enthusiasm. Special Options List: 936 Silver Metallic Paint 986 Partial Leather Interior in Black 018 Steering Wheel with Raised Hub 158 Monterey Digital Cassette Radio 220 Limited Slip Differential 241 Shortened Shift Lever Travel 383 Sports seat, left, electrical height adjustment 387 Sports seat, right, electrical height adjustment 395 16-inch Forged Alloy Wheels 424 Automatic Heating Control The 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera holds significant historical and cultural importance in the automotive world, representing a pivotal era in Porsches iconic sports car lineage. Introduced as part of the 911s third generation, known internally as the 911 Carrera 3.2, this model marked a return to form after a period of evolution and refinement following the impact-absorbing bumpers and emissions regulations of the 1970s. Technologically, the 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 featured a robust air-cooled 3.2-liter flat-six engine, renowned for its distinct sound and reliability, delivering spirited performance that enthusiasts cherish to this day. Its design epitomized the timeless silhouette and rear-engine layout that defined Porsches engineering philosophy, offering a balanced driving experience prized for its agility and responsiveness. Moreover, the 911 Carrera 3.2 represented a blend of classic Porsche design cues with modern amenities, appealing to both purists and those seeking a blend of heritage and comfort. Beyond its mechanical prowess, the 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 holds cultural significance as a symbol of automotive passion and precision engineering. Its enduring popularity among collectors and enthusiasts underscores its status as a benchmark in Porsches illustrious history, bridging the gap between the raw purity of earlier models and the evolving demands of contemporary sports car design. As such, the 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 remains a revered icon, celebrated for its timeless design, exhilarating performance, and lasting influence on the automotive industry. This 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 is presented in a stunning Silver metallic paint along with black leather interior. The option list indicates that this 911 was equipped with factory options such as black leather sport seats, Monterey digital cassette radio, limited slip differential, short throw shifter, automatic heating control, and the 16-inch forged alloy wheels. With the limited slip differential, paired with the leather sport seats and short throw shifter, combined with its light weight of only 2,866 pounds, this 911 Carrera 3.2 was optioned to be nothing less than an engaging drivers car. This Carrera 3.2 represents the definition of what its like to own an ultra-pure example of an air-cooled era Porsche. This Carrera 3.2 is fitted with the 915 5-speed gearbox, with 1986 being the last model year of this transmission. It is known for being lighter weight and purer to rac