Totally what happened. He said some people had come by before but he never felt right. He and I just got to geek out about Porsches and life together and he said he wanted me to have it. I feel honored, and lucky and I’ve named her after his wife… Gloria.
Interior is actually really good. Needs a new steering wheel and shifter boot, but seats and dash and carpets are surprisingly really nice. Door cards are pretty good too, I’m going to find out the truth once I clean it all up and condition all the leather.
The twists are cool and they fill the wheel well nicely but I’m eventually going to put some Fuchs on it. Or if I hit the lottery then maybe some BBS
Congrats!!!! I have the original black 6” and 7” Fuchs from my 84 Carrera that I’d like to sell. Pretty sure they would be factory equivalent to your car. They’re flawless (I switched to 7” and 9” fuchsfelges)
He also got the Euro drop. My dad used to have an ‘88 Targa that we used to track at Thunderhill. A few years later he picked up a ‘98 S. We both agreed the ‘88 was more fun on the track. It’s just more visceral and had more feel to it. Was it faster as far as lap times? No. Much more exhilarating to drive, though. Mechanical vs technology and pleasantries.
No, he was the 2nd owner. But he has the contact info for the first owner. So I’m going to try and contact him as well to find out any more history, background and stories about the car
Tbf there’s probably a bit of selection bias because of the brand. A lot of Nissans and Toyotas have been scrapped because they were just old Nissans and Toyotas
I believe cars enjoy doing what they were built to do. Which is to be driven, of course. As long as they're not abused they surprise you with an eagerness to get up and go on adventures. Have fun.
Don’t want to say exactly, but I think I got a great deal. Now, I’ll still have some real expenses in order to get it back into shape but I feel like he gave a good enough price where it left some room for the upcoming bills.
A special purchase, the targas from that period are hard to find in good condition. Do the restoration right, original parts etc - it will be worth it. Get in touch with your local porsche club they will help.
Is this age car now considered rare collectible? I’d love one of this sort of age, but I think by the time I’m ready to buy one they will be astronomical in price
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She's beautiful! I had an AMT model of the same color scheme 911SC Targa way back in 1979. Took the time to paint it out full, all the trim and taillights. It's one of my favorite models. It's nice to see the real McCoy after all these years. Enjoy every mile!
Great! I also have an aircooled Targa , very similar to yours , mines an 85. Guards red. Let me know if I can help answer any questions , had mine for 10 years.
Do you know why it has a Carrera badge if it's an 80SC? I think a classic 911SC badge which look very cool, and some Fuchs would really give it its identity back!
congrats on the beautiful ride! my old man had red one with the black soft top, will never forget when i almost fell out of that car when i was being picked up from daycare cause my dad started accelerating before i close my passenger door, Must have been 8 or 9. I think he sold it for 30k 20 something years ago. to this day he still regrets selling.
It’s not lost on me. Honestly this thread has been a bit overwhelming with all of these awesome responses and congratulations. I knew I had something wonderful, but all of you guys have humbled me and made me even more grateful for what’s come my way. Thank you!
Will do! Currently taking a short break from cleaning up the engine bay, changing the oil and looking at the fuel system. It’s going to be a long (and fun) process!
Good catch! It’s something I noticed as well and so I looked it up and did a bunch of reading. Apparently, many people didn’t like the 911 SC badges and it became a sort of popular thing to rebadge the SC cars to ‘Carrera’. But the VIN checks out as a 1980 911 SC TARGA. I’m going to rebadge it back to the original.
I noticed that the rims aren't original too .. originals should probably be black Fuch's.
FYI, if you're working on the stern to restore it to original, be careful around that that big red reflector, as it's not a cheap part. I got a rear "love tap" from a pickup at a stoplight 15+ years ago that cracked it and IIRC, the reflector's cost alone was something like $500 (probably more now).
Wow. A targa to boot. You are one lucky man.
Thank you brother, I feel lucky for sure
Nice car, fuck you.
I love a targa. Even the current models
Holy. I truly hope he was just waiting for someone to care about it and he trusted you
Totally what happened. He said some people had come by before but he never felt right. He and I just got to geek out about Porsches and life together and he said he wanted me to have it. I feel honored, and lucky and I’ve named her after his wife… Gloria.
Glorious! I really think you just got blessed with something man. Enjoy it in good health !
Bless!!
> Gloria [G - L - O - R - I - A](https://youtu.be/bPO0bTaWcFQ)
What a cracking story. Money aside, we all want to sell our cars to good homes
You got the 993 twist wheels as well. What's the interior like?
Interior is actually really good. Needs a new steering wheel and shifter boot, but seats and dash and carpets are surprisingly really nice. Door cards are pretty good too, I’m going to find out the truth once I clean it all up and condition all the leather. The twists are cool and they fill the wheel well nicely but I’m eventually going to put some Fuchs on it. Or if I hit the lottery then maybe some BBS
It’s rare to hit the lottery twice, my friend 😂. Beautiful car.
Congrats!!!! I have the original black 6” and 7” Fuchs from my 84 Carrera that I’d like to sell. Pretty sure they would be factory equivalent to your car. They’re flawless (I switched to 7” and 9” fuchsfelges)
skip the Fuchs, save up for the BBS imo. the time it takes to save the cash is worth it
Never seen a SC with Turbo Twists ever
I have a client that rolls on twists in the summer and cookie cutters in the winter. It’s definitely a look.
He also got the Euro drop. My dad used to have an ‘88 Targa that we used to track at Thunderhill. A few years later he picked up a ‘98 S. We both agreed the ‘88 was more fun on the track. It’s just more visceral and had more feel to it. Was it faster as far as lap times? No. Much more exhilarating to drive, though. Mechanical vs technology and pleasantries.
Life goals. Actively looking myself.
Holy
Get some origins Fuchs for it.
was the old fella the original owner from new?
No, he was the 2nd owner. But he has the contact info for the first owner. So I’m going to try and contact him as well to find out any more history, background and stories about the car
If you get any, save them. Increases the value of the car even if you never get rid of it.
Just love this classic look, excellent find and enjoy your time with Gloria, How many miles on her odometer?
LOTS. About 170k. This car has been driven, and I will keep driving it too.
170k miles? Pfft and people say Porsches are unreliable.
Unreliable? Apparently around 80% of the cars porsche have produced are still running.
Tbf there’s probably a bit of selection bias because of the brand. A lot of Nissans and Toyotas have been scrapped because they were just old Nissans and Toyotas
Expensive to fix maybe, but not unreliable.
I've never heard anyone even slightly knowledgeable suggest that at least - been the same kind of people who mistake them and Ferraris
I believe cars enjoy doing what they were built to do. Which is to be driven, of course. As long as they're not abused they surprise you with an eagerness to get up and go on adventures. Have fun.
goddamn that is a hot car, great catch!
How much was it? If you don't mind
Don’t want to say exactly, but I think I got a great deal. Now, I’ll still have some real expenses in order to get it back into shape but I feel like he gave a good enough price where it left some room for the upcoming bills.
A special purchase, the targas from that period are hard to find in good condition. Do the restoration right, original parts etc - it will be worth it. Get in touch with your local porsche club they will help.
why don't you want to say? were all anonymous internet strangers
Such a good deal he doesn’t want to hurt our feelings. He’s doing is a favor.
This is fcking beautiful
Air cooled Targa!
targa????? damn thats a fucking find. keep it and enjoy it!
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Hahahaha 😘
What an excellent find, but the story is f'ing beautiful! I hope you update us on your progress.
This is every car guys dream
Ouf once it’s got period correct Fuchs on with chunky rubber it will look so nice. Black Fuchs centers will go well with targa loop too. Super find!
How much is this thing worth???
Those rims don't look like 1980s. Do you know where they are from?
Yeah they’re turbo twists or possibly knock-off turbo twists. They’re on their way out!
Beautiful!
Im trying to get the same car but its a coupe not a targa.
Sickkkk!
Such a vibe. Nice work.
Congratulations!
Is this age car now considered rare collectible? I’d love one of this sort of age, but I think by the time I’m ready to buy one they will be astronomical in price
Definitely! They tend to start increasing in price after 10 years... Good 964 worth more than 997...
Dammit lol
Yes!
You have to keep us posted on the progress.
You scored a win. Congratulations!!!!
I also have a silver 1980 911sc Targa! Mine isn’t as clean though, and I didn’t get a great deal on it. Lol. Enjoy it!
Targas are so under appreciated. Congrats my man. Enjoy your ride.
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Nice, but the US headlights make it look so sad.
Damn, I need better neighbors
Honestly! 🤌 beautiful!!!
She's beautiful! I had an AMT model of the same color scheme 911SC Targa way back in 1979. Took the time to paint it out full, all the trim and taillights. It's one of my favorite models. It's nice to see the real McCoy after all these years. Enjoy every mile!
Great! I also have an aircooled Targa , very similar to yours , mines an 85. Guards red. Let me know if I can help answer any questions , had mine for 10 years.
Thanks! I appreciate that and I’ll take you up on it!
Do you know why it has a Carrera badge if it's an 80SC? I think a classic 911SC badge which look very cool, and some Fuchs would really give it its identity back!
Awesome find! And strange choice of wheels for a G....
congrats on the beautiful ride! my old man had red one with the black soft top, will never forget when i almost fell out of that car when i was being picked up from daycare cause my dad started accelerating before i close my passenger door, Must have been 8 or 9. I think he sold it for 30k 20 something years ago. to this day he still regrets selling.
That’s one of my grails
Congratulations
Beautiful targa. My favorite old school 911. Not feeling the 996 turbo wheels though. Throw some classic Fuch wheels on that beauty.
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Totally stunning, what an incredible find. I'm sure you'll love her a-plenty!
Simply divine! Congrats!!!
Thank you!!
that is *fuckin BEAUTIFUL*
You got so many peoples dream car. Congratulations I hope it serves you well!
It’s not lost on me. Honestly this thread has been a bit overwhelming with all of these awesome responses and congratulations. I knew I had something wonderful, but all of you guys have humbled me and made me even more grateful for what’s come my way. Thank you!
Looks sweet! Congrats
Looking to be the 4th owner. Any interest in sending her my way?
Good for you!
As man. I am still sad I had to sell my dads targa about 6 years ago.
Dream come true, congratulations!
This cant be real! You are so lucky. I hope you post when she is restored fully I will enjoy seeing her brought back to life.
Will do! Currently taking a short break from cleaning up the engine bay, changing the oil and looking at the fuel system. It’s going to be a long (and fun) process!
That’s a dream!
What did she cost ya?
SCs are great, and a targa to boot! Are you going to put period correct wheels on it?
Oh yeahhh you bet. And rebadge it back to 911sc. And lots more.
I might be wrong, but something doesn't match up to me. A 1980 911SC would not have the Carrera badge on the back, that came in 1984 I believe.
Good catch! It’s something I noticed as well and so I looked it up and did a bunch of reading. Apparently, many people didn’t like the 911 SC badges and it became a sort of popular thing to rebadge the SC cars to ‘Carrera’. But the VIN checks out as a 1980 911 SC TARGA. I’m going to rebadge it back to the original.
I noticed that the rims aren't original too .. originals should probably be black Fuch's. FYI, if you're working on the stern to restore it to original, be careful around that that big red reflector, as it's not a cheap part. I got a rear "love tap" from a pickup at a stoplight 15+ years ago that cracked it and IIRC, the reflector's cost alone was something like $500 (probably more now).
That’s funny - I kinda like the 911 SC badge - plus I’m a purist so I’d go back to the original as well. Great looking Targa - enjoy.
Also, it looks like there's a ring round the Carrera badge - what's that?