1987 Porsche 911Carrera 3.2 Coupe
1987 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Coupe
Owner buys wax and Hide Food conditioner
The owner purchased carnauba wax and Hide Food leather conditioner from Jim Ellis Atlanta.
Parking light lens replaced and oil changed
The oil was changed and a full cleaning was performed. A broken parking light lens was also replaced.
Binding hatch cable, A/C O-ring replaced
Brumos Jacksonville replaced the binding rear hatch cable that prevented engine compartment access. They also replaced a leaking O-ring at the A/C expansion valve and recharged the system.
Brumos Porsche oil and emissions
Brumos Porsche changed the engine oil and serviced the emissions system.
New tire and balance at Firestone
Firestone Beach Tire and Service installed one P215/60HRIS CARRAGT tire. They balanced the wheel and replaced the valve stem.
Unspecified service at Brumos dealer
Brumos Motor Cars charged for labor and parts. The invoice does not detail the work performed.
Free Brumos inspection, oil, and wipers
Brumos Motor Cars performed a free 35-point service clinic inspection. They changed the engine oil, filter, and seal ring, and installed new windshield wiper blades.
Brumos Motor Cars replaces oil hoses and lines
Brumos Motor Cars replaced a leaking oil hose and oil line, installing a new cap nut and ring.
Brumos 30k service, A/C, sunroof, radio diagnosis
Brumos performed the 30,000-mile service with a valve adjustment, oil change, and injector cleaning. They serviced the A/C, replaced sunroof deflector guides, and diagnosed a faulty left rear speaker as a radio problem.
ALLIED DISCOUNTS TIRES & SERVICE
This document records the purchase of tires for a roadside assistance program. The program is valid for 24 months from the date of purchase. Tire Serial Numbers recorded: Two 205/60-15 tires (serial numbers partially legible, e.g., line 1 starts with B4J 673) and two 215/60-15 tires (serial numbers partially legible). Account Number: 031017.
Four new tires installed
A new set of tires and valve stems were installed.
Ponte Vedra Exxon oil, 'Don Smith' repair
Ponte Vedra Exxon changed the engine oil and filter. They also performed an unspecified repair, listed as 'Repair Don Smith', and general labor, using part number 12 01620.50.
Allied replaces front and rear brake pads
Allied Discount Tires & Service replaced front and rear brake pads. Quick Stop parts and labor carry a lifetime warranty.
Brumos replaces A/C fan, battery, flushes brakes
Brumos Motor Cars addressed a chirping A/C by replacing the fan, installed a new battery, and replaced both the A/C and alternator V-belts. The service also included an oil and filter change, brake fluid renewal, and new hood shocks.
Engine oil service by dealer
Engine oil.
Ponte Vedra Exxon oil, R-12 A/C service
Ponte Vedra Exxon changed the oil and filter using 10W-40 motor oil and serviced the A/C system with R-12 refrigerant.
Brumos major service, oil line, door lock
Brumos Motor Cars performed a major service, replacing the distributor cap, rotor, and drive belts. They replaced a leaking right cam tower oil line, the battery, and the driver's side door locking motor.
Ponte Vedra Exxon recharges A/C system
Ponte Vedra Exxon recharged the air conditioning system with R-12 refrigerant.
Ponte Vedra Exxon oil change, door switch repair
Ponte Vedra Exxon changed the engine oil and filter. They also replaced a door switch.
Brumos rebuilt brake calipers, serviced AC
Brumos removed, rebuilt, and reinstalled the brake calipers, replacing seals and flex hoses. They also serviced the air conditioning, changed the oil and filter, and repaired a gauge.
Ponte Vedra Exxon installs new battery
Ponte Vedra Exxon installed a new Legend battery and charged a disposal fee.
Oil service, A/C, and steering column repair
An oil service was performed, the A/C system was charged with freon, and the blower was repaired. The steering column was also removed and replaced with a new bearing.
Major service, brakes, A/C, shifter repairs
Brumos performed a major service with new filters, plugs, and belts. The shop also replaced front brake rotors and pads, fixed the A/C condenser and blower, and installed a new battery and shifter bushings.
A/C system rebuilt and valve cover gaskets replaced
The A/C system was rebuilt with a new compressor, receiver drier, and expansion valve. Leaking valve cover gaskets were replaced, and a new headlight assembly was installed.
Engine reseal, new clutch and starter
Brumos Porsche removed the engine and transaxle to reseal the engine, addressing throughbolt seals, base gaskets, cam housings, chain housings, and the flywheel seal. A new starter, clutch assembly, fuel line, and several oil lines also went in.
Engine drop for crankshaft seal, new alternator
Brumos Porsche dropped the engine and transaxle to replace the crankshaft flywheel seal. The shop also installed a new alternator and fan housing, resealed the brake calipers, repaired the central locking system, and serviced the AC.
All four axle boots, column switch replaced
Brumos Porsche replaced all four axle boots, cleaned and repacked the constant-velocity joints, and installed a new high-low beam switch. The car also received an oil and filter service.
Leaking clutch slave, steering bearing replaced
Brumos Porsche replaced a leaking clutch slave cylinder, a loose upper steering column bearing, a faulty window switch, and the washer system valve.
All fluids and filters replaced
Lube Plus changed the oil and filter. The shop also replaced air, PCV, crankcase breather filters, and serviced differential, brake, transmission, power steering fluids.
Engine compression test 180-185 PSI
Isringhausen Imports performed an engine compression test. All six cylinders showed consistent 180-185 PSI.
Eckler's navy Carrera shift knob purchase
Owner purchased a navy shift knob from Eckler's for the Carrera.
ECU chip, Bilstein B6 rear suspension
Post-purchase inspection led to a Steve Wong performance chip, new engine and transmission mounts, and a full rear suspension overhaul with Bilstein B6 shocks. The shop also corrected a backward-mounted rear sway bar and replaced the O2 sensor and ignition components.
Brake light switches replaced, tire pressures set
Swiss Motors replaced two brake light switches on the master cylinder. Technicians checked brake light function and set tire pressures.
Porsche Audi Parts
Valve adjustment, new rear brakes, drop links
TLG Auto performed a major service, adjusting the valves and replacing filters, plugs, and fan belt. They replaced rear brakes due to a hung caliper, front brake hoses due to age, and failed rear sway bar drop links.
Oil change performed
An engine oil and filter change was performed at the Porsche dealer.
Boge front struts, rich mixture resolved
N.A.R.W installed new Boge front strut inserts. They diagnosed and resolved a rich fuel mixture by adjusting the air flow sensor, enabling the car to pass smog, and freed up sticking rear brake calipers.
Engine compression and leak down results
Compression and leak down tests confirm engine health. Cylinders measure 170-180 psi with 4-5% leak down.
Sold on Bring a Trailer for $109,000
Listed as "No Reserve: 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe G50". Lot #238421.
Oil pan gasket, A/C service, lights, pinion bearing inspection
Oil pan gasket replaced. A/C serviced. Pinion bearing inspected. Power switch and lights removed and reinstalled. Oil floats replaced.
Oil pan seal fixed, AC serviced, pinion inspected
Ponte Vedra Motor Sport fixed an oil leak by removing and replacing the oil pan and oil reservoir seal, installing a new oil filter and oil floats. The shop also serviced the air conditioning, replaced interior lights, and inspected the pinion bearing.
Dealer supplies oil change parts
Jim Ellis Atlanta supplied an oil filter, seal ring, and lacquer. No labor logged, likely for owner-performed service.
Inspection notes front, rear pads at 30%
A 27-point inspection covered exterior lights, interior, under-hood, and under-vehicle components. Front and rear brake pads measured 30% remaining.
FIRESTONE-BEACH TIRE & SERVICE
Service record
Build
Exterior
PaintDiamond Blue Metallic
factory1987 Carrera 3.2s left the factory in various colors, including Diamond Blue Metallic. This car wears Diamond Blue Metallic, matching its option code as delivered.
Front bumperStandard front bumper
factory1987 Carrera 3.2s wear the G-body impact bumper with integrated turn signals and driving lights. This car retains its original assembly.
HeadlightsH5 headlight
factoryH5 headlights, with their fluted lenses and body-color trim rings, are standard for 1987 Carrera 3.2 US cars. This car retains the factory H5 units.
Fog lightsIntegrated front fog lights
factoryIntegrated front fog lights are standard on 1987 Carrera 3.2s, a design shift from earlier SC models.
Rubberized lip spoiler
factoryCarrera 3.2 models with a rear spoiler received a factory rubberized lip front spoiler. This car retains that original component.
Side scriptNo factory side script (engine-lid Carrera badge only)
No factory side script present; Carrera badging appears on the engine lid.
Trim & moldingsBlack trim
Factory black trim; standard across all Carrera 3.2 production.
Side mirrorsFlag mirrors (driver standard, passenger optional)
Flag mirrors came standard for the driver on a 1987 Carrera 3.2. A passenger-side mirror was optional in 1987; this car's specific configuration is not documented by the factory record.
Antenna placementWindscreen-integrated antenna
factoryWindscreen-integrated antenna, a factory-fitted component, remains original to this Carrera.
Wheels15-inch Fuchs
factory1987 Carrera 3.2s offered 15-inch Fuchs wheels as an option alongside standard Phone dials. This car runs 15-inch Fuchs, 7-inch front and 8-inch rear.
TiresFront: 195/65VR-15, Rear: 215/60VR-15
factory1987 Carrera 3.2s left the factory on 195/65VR-15 front and 215/60VR-15 rear tires.
electric
factory1987 Carrera 3.2 models offered a choice of solid roof or electric sunroof. This car retains its factory electric sunroof.
Whale tail
factoryFactory 3.2 Carreras offered the Carrera spoiler, a distinct whale tail, or a flat engine lid. This car retains its Carrera spoiler.
Rear taillightsAll-red taillights
factoryUS-market 3.2 Carreras left the factory with all-red taillights.
Rear bumperImpact bumper, large bumperettes
factory1987 G-body 911s came with impact bumpers and large bumperettes.
Third brake lightTop-mounted rectangular brake light
replacedBottom-mounted brake light replaced with a top-mounted rectangular unit.
Panel VIN tagsAdhesive VIN stickers on body panels
factoryAdhesive VIN stickers are present on body panels, a factory anti-theft measure.
Interior
Steering wheelNew style steering wheel (Extended Hub)
1987 Carreras introduced a new style steering wheel, available with a standard or extended hub. This car retains the factory-optional extended hub.
GaugesVDO instrumentation
factory1987 Carrera 3.2s use VDO instrumentation. This car retains its factory 5-gauge cluster with black faces, white fonts, and orange needles.
DashboardFactory dashboard (original, no aftermarket cap)
1987 Carrera 3.2s feature a one-piece factory dashboard. This car retains its original, uncracked surface.
Dash vent sizeLarger dash vents
factory1986 brought larger dash vents for improved AC flow. This car retains that design.
Shift knobBlack leatherette 5-speed (G50 pattern)
1987 Carrera 3.2s with the G50 gearbox were fitted with a black leatherette 5-speed shift knob.
PedalsFloor-hinged 'organ stop' pedals
factoryThis Carrera 3.2 retains its factory floor-hinged 'organ stop' pedals.
Front seatsSport seat
Factory options for 1987 Carrera 3.2s included new-style Standard or Sport seats, both with multiple power and heat configurations. This car features the Sport seat.
Rear seatsStandard rear seats (2+2)
1987 Carrera 3.2 Coupes come with standard 2+2 rear seats.
UpholsteryBlue leather
factoryNavy leather was available from the factory on 1987 Carrera 3.2s, and this car retains that trim.
Door panelsLeather
factoryDoor panels for 1987 Carrera 3.2s were available in vinyl or leather. This car features leather door panels.
CarpetsAftermarket floor mats over factory carpet
partialFactory 1987 Carrera 3.2s were fitted with Silverknit velour carpets in a variety of colors. Aftermarket floor mats cover the factory carpet.
HeadlinerPerforated vinyl (with sunroof)
factory1987 Carrera coupes came with perforated vinyl headliners. This car retains the factory perforated vinyl, fitted for its electric sliding roof.
Mechanical
EngineNaturally Aspirated Flat-Six 3.2L
rebuiltThe 3.2L flat-six, a hallmark of the Carrera 3.2 generation, gains 17 horsepower for 1987 models. This factory M64/01 flat-six retains its original specification, having been resealed by Brumos Porsche in 2006; the Steve Wong ECU chip is logged on the Ignition card.
Fuel deliveryBosch Motronic (DME) port injection
factoryBosch Motronic DME port injection, the digital engine-management system that replaced K-Jetronic for the 3.2 Carrera. Factory hardware retained; the Steve Wong chip noted in the listing rewrites tables inside this same Motronic computer and is logged on the Ignition card.
Ignition / ECUSteve Wong performance ECU chip (factory Motronic DME)
replacedThis 3.2 Carrera delivered with Bosch Motronic ECU. A Steve Wong performance chip replaces the factory Motronic DME, adjusting ignition timing and fueling parameters.
CoolingAir/oil-cooled
factoryCooling on the 3.2 Carrera is an air/oil-cooled system. This car maintains its original setup.
ExhaustAftermarket catalytic converter and muffler assembly
replaced1987 US-market Carreras received a factory-fitted catalytic converter. This car runs an aftermarket catalytic converter and muffler assembly.
GearboxG50
factoryThe G50 gearbox, introduced for the 1987 model year, is a Getrag unit known for its hydraulic clutch and reverse up-and-left gate. This car retains its matching-numbers G50.
SuspensionBoge front struts, Bilstein B6 rear shocks
partial1987 Carrera 3.2s could be ordered with Standard, Sport, or M491 Turbo suspension. This car runs Boge front struts and Bilstein B6 rear shocks.
BrakesFour-wheel disc brakes
rebuiltCarrera 3.2s in 1987 ran four-wheel disc brakes. This car's calipers are rebuilt by Brumos with new seals and hoses for peak performance.
Comfort
CoolingPower windows
factoryFactory power windows with rocker switches on the door panels.
Blaupunkt Reno
factoryFactory 911s in 1987 shipped with either a standard Blaupunkt Charleston or an optional Blaupunkt Reno. This car retains its Blaupunkt Reno.
Spare tireSpace saver spare tire
factory1987 Carrera 3.2s arrived with a collapsible space saver spare. This car retains its Space Master, complete with Faltreifen Pneuma instruction sticker.
FrunkFactory tool kit
factoryThe factory tool kit, complete with its tool roll, jack, and warning triangle, represents a strong preservation signal for any 3.2 Carrera. This car retains its period-correct kit.
Air conditioningFactory AC
factoryAir conditioning was a factory option on 1987 Carrera 3.2s. The factory system is rebuilt, featuring a new compressor, receiver drier, and expansion valve.
Mirror adjustPower mirrors
Factory power mirrors, matching option code M409.
Fitted
Central locking (option Code 341) was an available option for 1987 Carrera 3.2s. This car retains the factory system.
Fitted
factoryAutomatic speed control, option code M454, was available for 1987 Carrera 3.2s. This car retains its factory-fitted system.
Factory alarm system
factoryA factory alarm system was an available option for 1987 Carrera 3.2s. This car retains its original system.






