1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe M491 w/ CanCan Red leather
Offer Accepted
Final Offer: $100,000
Categories: Air-Cooled
Auction type: Deal TankOffer Accepted
2 bids, 65 comments

Vehicle Details


  • Year: 1985
  • Make: Porsche
  • Model: 911 Carrera
  • VIN: WP0AB0911FS121921
  • Mileage Shown: 64,076
  • Transmission: Manual
  • Title Status: Clean
  • Color: Guards Red
  • Seller Type: Private Party
  • Location: Altamont, NY 12009
  • Lot #: V-0049477-DT

Finished in Guards Red over a CanCan Red leather interior, this 1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe is factory-equipped with the M491 Turbo-Look package adding the wide bodywork, spoilers, brakes, suspension, and wheels of the 930 Turbo. It also features an optional limited-slip differential, heated power-adjustable Sport Seats, an elevated steering wheel hub, an electric sunroof, cruise control, air conditioning, a central locking system, and an upgraded Porsche Classic (PCCM) head unit. Purchased by the current owner in 1992, it was later sold and changed hands between two other Porsche collectors until being reacquired by the seller in 2023. This rare-configuration 911 Carrera is now being offered for auction out of New York with approximately 64k miles showing on the odometer.

Designated by option code M491, the Turbo-look package provides the Carrera with the same bodywork as the 930 including its wider fenders, front chin spoiler, and "Tea Tray" rear decklid spoiler. This example is finished in Guards Red (L027) and features integrated front fog lights, headlamp washers, black stone guard decals, rear bumperettes, a periscope-style third brake light, a Porsche-branded tail panel reflector, and Turbo-spec 16” Fuchs forged alloy wheels. The seller indicates the hood and driver’s door were previously refinished and the lower front spoiler has a small piece missing at the bottom edge. Some rock chips are noted on the front valence along with a small dent, and two scuffs are present at the driver’s rear quarter panel edge. A small indentation is also depicted on the rear passenger side bumper behind the wheel arch. Additional images are provided in the gallery along with a clean CARFAX report.

The cabin is appointed with rare CanCan Red Special Leather (70) upholstery including a matching shift boot, carpets, and optional heated power-adjustable Sport Seats. Equipment includes a four-spoke black leather steering wheel, a black leather dashboard and headliner, air conditioning, cruise control, a central locking system, a quartz clock, a sound system, and an upgraded Porsche Classic Communication Management (PCCM) head unit with Bluetooth and navigation. The seller reports all gauges and accessories to be working properly.

An air-cooled 3.2-liter flat-six engine delivers up to 207 HP and 192 lb.-ft of torque to the rear wheels through a 5-speed manual transaxle and an optional limited-slip differential. The M491 package includes the uprated suspension and cross-drilled disc brakes from the 911 Turbo. The seller states a major service was completed in February 2022 and the CARFAX report shows 13 service history entries.

This sale will include an air pump, a spare tire, an extra set of Porsche floor mats, and a clean title. 

 

The seller would like you to know: “The only reason I’m selling my  M491 911 is because I lost my storage space and have been unable to find temperature-controlled storage.”

Auction Results

  • Sold for: $100,000
  • Auction End: Oct 23, 2024 03:30:29PM UTC
  • Number of Offers: 2

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  • Offer from MWCRLN 2 weeksago

    Sold for $100,000

  • $100,000 offer from MWCRLN 2 weeksago

    $100,000 offer from Tomball, TX (77377)

  • $98,000 offer from MWCRLN 2 weeks, 1 dayago

    Offer in the amount of $98,000

  • ddespri 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $93,000

  • sco944 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $91,750

  • ddespri 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $91,500

  • sco944 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $90,500

  • ddespri 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $90,000

  • sco944 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $88,500

  • ddespri 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $88,000

  • jayflores 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $87,000

  • sco944 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $86,500

  • jayflores 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $86,250

  • Andrius 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $86,000

  • NEUNLFER 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $85,491

  • Andrius 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $85,000

  • ddespri 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $84,000

  • Andrius 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $83,000

  • jayflores 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $82,000

  • Andrius 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $81,000

  • ddespri 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $79,000

  • rivardrene 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $76,000

  • NEUNLFER 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $75,491

  • ddespri 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $75,000

  • Dakar911 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $73,000

  • rivardrene 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $72,000

  • ddespri 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $70,000

  • Dakar911 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $67,500

  • Dakar911 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $65,500

  • Malthba 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $64,000

  • Andrius 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $63,000

  • Kazzerrr 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $60,000

  • LVKaj29 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $52,000

  • DSCO 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $51,500

  • Don3699 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $51,250

  • Giorgio1967 (seller) 1 monthago

    @thepoolstars I do not have an answer for no Car fax service history before 2011 other than Service departments or work shops have to report the information to Car Fax it is not a automatic.
    I’m suspecting not as many shops in that time frame were not Car Fax members ? The Milage verification is seen on Car Fax every time a NYS service or inspection was done when it was a Car Fax registered service shop or dealer.

  • Giorgio1967 (seller) 1 monthago

    @nickg325 thank you for the information.
    & thank you for the well wishes. Just want it going to a good home & hopefully after my new home is built with a much needed 30 car temperature controlled garage ..I will have a chance to own this RARE M491 for the 3rd time !

  • thepoolstars 1 monthago

    Sorry, from my previous message amended. Why is the no service/maintenance history before 2011 and around 55000 miles? And very limited information of any kind beforehand? What mileage verification is there?

  • BigTom 1 monthago

    Bid in the amount of $51,000

  • nickg325 (registered bidder) 1 monthago

    Gorgeous car. Very seldom do you see Can Can Red in anything lately. This interior would complement my 996 4S also with factory-optioned special wishes Can Can Red very nicely....

    I did observe and want to point out that under the frunk liner, the VIN on the chassis is a 'ZZZ' rest-of-world VIN whereas the build sheet (showing originating country Puerto Rico), driver door jamb stamp, and frunk lid options stamp has a US VIN. I suspect that is a result of the car being brought into the United States and federalized?

    Will be watching close and bid this car and the seller best of luck!

  • Giorgio1967 (seller) 1 month, 1 weekago

    @NEUNLFER Like I stated in a previous reply , the hood has been refinished prior to my current ownership. I do NOT see ANY issues on the leading edge of the hood when I closely examined it when this question was asked.
    Im not sure If I will be home from work before the auction ends today but if Im able to get out of work early I will certainly take those pictures for you. As far as removing the Paint protection that is something I would leave up to the next owner.
    To reiterate this is the second ownership for me of this car. I followed its history and always wanted to own it again for keeps. It is a great M491 with no issues other than the flaws I described in my description for the auction. I would never be selling this car, but we recently sold our home and I thought I had temperature control storage secured and my storage fell through. I have nowhere to store the car properly which it deserves. With much regret ,I listed 3 cars here on Pcarmarket, that I thought I would never sell from my collection due to the same circumstances.

  • NEUNLFER (registered bidder) 1 month, 1 weekago

    @ Seller.
    Are you able to remove and photograph the black front fender and hood protection?
    I’m concerned this might be covering-up a leading edge paint issue.
    Thanks in advance.

  • NEUNLFER 1 month, 1 weekago

    Bid in the amount of $50,491

  • Flea7 1 month, 1 weekago

    Bid in the amount of $50,000

  • Giorgio1967 (seller) 1 month, 1 weekago

    @Ugly66 Hi , Yes i described this in the original description . when I purchased the car, I was told it had no paint work,That was not accurate
    the hood and drivers door has been refinished.
    this work was done prior to my own ownership.
    the only refinished panels We’re done very nice and matches the texture of the original paint .I tried to get a paint meter to meter it but I’ve not been able to get one yet, but I can say with confidence is the only two panels that have been painted. rthe rest of the cars is original paint & is in excellent condition other than the flaws that I’ve mentioned in my description.

  • Ugly66 (registered bidder) 1 month, 1 weekago

    @Giorgio1967,
    I'm sorry if I missed this, but has this car been repainted? It looks as if there is overspray on the heat pad in the engine compartment. Did you ever answer the question about paint readings. I guess the question really is, has this car been painted? who and when?

  • Humbucker427 1 month, 1 weekago

    Bid in the amount of $40,000

  • Malthba 1 month, 1 weekago

    Bid in the amount of $39,000

  • andykhar85 (registered bidder) 1 month, 1 weekago

    I could use this in my life ❤️😍

  • andykhar85 1 month, 1 weekago

    Bid in the amount of $35,964

  • Giorgio1967 (seller) 1 month, 1 weekago

    @CC350 Thank you for bringing this to my attention. I never looked at the uploaded videos. Sorry for the confusion Pcar Market must have uploaded videos from the previous ownership from Utube. I just made them aware and they will be correcting it. I’m going to make a new video today. I agree with “over selling “ unfortunately the collector I purchased it from sent me that video. He also mentions all original paint in the video & like I pointed out in my description the Drivers Door & Hood have been refinished prior to my ownership. I was the second owner of this car back in 1992 & regretting selling it. I kept track of it and bought it back over a year ago now. Unfortunately I have to sell it due to circumstances beyond my control.
    * In the second paragraph the vehicle condition is described by myself and talks about the chips etc.
    If you need any more photos or questions please let me know. Thank you

  • S.tielens 1 month, 1 weekago

    Bid in the amount of $10,000

  • CC350 (registered bidder) 1 month, 1 weekago

    I'm interested but I am confused by the video. States no body damage or stone chips but you can clearly see the peppered valence with a dent on the passenger side under the fog lamp, plus the other damage shown in the gallery. Says original Blaupunkt head unit but it is a Sony. Talks about great seat bolster but you can see the worn through piping. Etc etc. Previous auction shows a different speedo but stated here it never had one. Makes it hard to understand just what is being sold. Some transparency and a factual fresh video and overview would help to bring me, and I suspect other bidders, back. It is a neat car but "overselling" doesn't breed confidence. Respectfully, CC350

  • MMAGRAD 1 month, 1 weekago

    Bid in the amount of $2,235

  • Giorgio1967 (seller) 1 month, 1 weekago

    @Turbotwo They were there when i purchased the car. I just examined it closely, I do not see any evidence of chips under the strip on the hood or the edge. I believe that material would show voids underneath if there were any.

  • Turbotwo (registered bidder) 1 month, 1 weekago

    @Giorgio1967 Are their chips chips under the black strip is a porshe hood chip guard

  • rbtrader 1 month, 1 weekago

    Bid in the amount of $1,985

  • Giorgio1967 (seller) 1 month, 1 weekago

    @Turbotwo That strip is a porshe hood chip guard , same material as the rear 1/4 panel chip protectors. It could be removed if you don’t like the appearance.

  • Giorgio1967 (seller) 1 month, 1 weekago

    @NEUNLFER Your welcome , I had my M491 listed here Serviced on 12/14/2023 @ Porsche of clifton park which at that time I also had them remove the old aftermarket CD changer & amplifier. They installed a new Porsche Classic Comminication Radio which is retro style with today’s technology / bluetooth etc total of $3276 which including labor to remove old components.
    At this service They also replaced speed and reference sensors , impulse sensor & temperature sensor. Replaced seat lever that was cracked and door seal that was worn . $6586 total
    To confirm ,Yes the car did have the 85 MPH speedometer when I owned it in 1992.
    Sorry I forgot to reply in previous response to your questions.

  • Turbotwo (registered bidder) 1 month, 1 weekago

    What's is the black strip on the front of the hood near the badge?

  • NEUNLFER (registered bidder) 1 month, 1 weekago

    Thank you for the video uploads.
    Can you please confirm the aftermarket CD changer and amplifier shown in the video @ 3:33 was removed, and the current condition of the car is reflective of photo #112.
    Can you also confirm the car had an 85 mph speedometer during your first ownership.
    Thanks again.

  • Giorgio1967 (seller) 1 month, 1 weekago

    @NEUNLFER Thank you ! I do not have any knowledge of the TMU you are referring to Please see recent car fax report attached which documents the milage and also shows the most recent service I had done last year at Porsche of Clifton Park. As you know it is a rare find and I was lucky enough to own it Twice. I wish I could keep it, We recently sold our home and I have not been able to obtain temperature controlled storage which it deserves.

  • NEUNLFER (registered bidder) 1 month, 1 weekago

    @Giorgio1967, beautiful M491 TL!
    I followed the BAT auction for this car last year, which ended RNM.
    https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1985-porsche-911-carrera-coupe-18/
    Given you were the owner of the car back in 1992, are you able to clarify the story with the 85MPH speedo and TMU? Thanks

  • NEUNLFER 1 month, 1 weekago

    Bid in the amount of $491

  • runner4fun (registered bidder) 1 month, 1 weekago

    The 930 calipers and trailing arms are worth $20K on their own.....that is a ALOT of red!

  • Giorgio1967 (seller) 1 month, 1 weekago

    @CC350 I did not have access to a lift the day of the photos , I will add under body photos ASAP & try to obtain a paint meter. Thank you

  • CC350 (registered bidder) 1 month, 1 weekago

    Hi @seller - can you please post underbody/ chassis and paint meter readings? Thank you.

1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe M491 w/ CanCan Red leather
Final offer: $100,000 Offer Accepted
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