964 C4 Coupe / Project From Long-Term Storage / Clean, Driving, Not Roadworthy
1990 Porsche 964
1990 Porsche 911 964 C4 Coupe / Project From Long-Term Storage / Driving, Not RoadworthyVIN: WP0AB2966LS451735Highly OriginalRare “Murano Green” exterior colorTwo owners over 33 yearsSuper clean, not smoked inStarts, stops, runs, well enough to drive on transporterPlease note: over 360 photos follow. Please allow time to load on slower Internet connections.
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Over the five-year production life of the 964, a total of 66,571 units were made. Sales for 1990 hit 15,023 units, worldwide. 1990 US C2 and C4 Coupe 2111 units.
- Supercars.net
This car, per build sticker
· Engine MB401-82L
· Transmission DB400
· Paint L22C Murano Green
· Interior LT Black partial leather
· Options
o C36 Country version: Canada (but sold new in USA with US emissions equipment and stickers
o 139 Seat heating, left
o 158 Cassette-radio Blaupunkt Reno SQR 46
o 286 Intensified windscreen washer
o 288 Headlamp washer
o 340 Seat heating, right
o 425 Rear window wiper
o 437 8-way electrical seat, left
o 438 8-way electrical seat, right
o 454 Automatic speed control
o 650 Sun-moon-roof
Three owners since new
· Originally delivered at Yark Porsche, Toledo Ohio, per Warranty Booklet, January 30, 1992
· Leased through Yark Leasing, per included Roadside Assistance registration
· Sold at auction, per AutoCheck history report, April 1994
· Second owner registered in Ohio through 1998
· Purchased by current owner/seller with 76,743 miles July 23, 1998
· In long-term storage since 2008
· Damaged by falling object, 2022
· Repairs to make running by Orion Automotive Services, Ann Arbor, Michigan March-April 2023
· New fuel pump, filter, rubber lines, battery
· Receipts for $9,618.66 in mechanical repairs
· Odometer noted as not working at 86,106 indicated miles
· Odometer is remembered as working before long term storage, so indicated mileage is close to actual
· Bodywork by Heritage Collision Center, Canton, Michigan April-June 2023
· Left fender and windshield replaced
· Left fender, left door, hood and roof refinished
· Receipts for $8,524.55 in body repairs
· Super clean, not smoked in
· Starts, stops, runs, well enough to drive on transporter
· Still a project car that requires restoration
- You can see the CARFAX free here
Body
Murano Green (Muranogruen) paint color code L22C
· Original color
· Only offered 1989-1990 by Porsche
· Rated “Five Paint Cans…rarest of the rare…a unicorn color” by PCA Rennbow Porsche Color Wiki
· Left fender and windshield replaced with genuine Porsche parts, 2023
· Left fender, left door, hood and roof refinished, 2023
· No rust on unibody
· Cosmoline yellow wax rustproofing still present under car
· Doors, hood and hatch all open and close easily with good gaps
· Doors “ping” when closed
· No rust in door bottoms
· Door checks operate correctly and do not “pop”
· Glass in very good condition all around
· Original power sunroof operates with good panel fit
· Both power windows operate easily
· Power locks operate
· Most exterior trim complete
· Most weatherstrips in good condition, soft with little wear
· Inside hood, hatch and gas filler releases all operate correctly
· Power mirrors updated to “Aero” design
· No other exterior body modifications
Interior:
Black partial leather interior, color code LT
· Highly original interior
· All seat covers show little wear
· Eight-way power driver and passenger seats operate correctly in all directions
· Dash is largely in good condition and not cracked
· Original door panels
· Armrests fold correctly and map pockets are straight
· Original steering wheel with airbag
· Headliner shows little wear
· Dome lights operate correctly
· Original accessory carpeted mats
· Carpets show no fading little wear
· Sun visors with mirrors in good condition
· Glove box fits well with very good original liner
· Rear shelf and speaker grilles undamaged
· Rear seats fold and stay up properly
· Original seat belts with retractors function properly
· Shift knob and boot have little wear
· Not smoked in
· No mildew or other unusual smell in interior or trunk
· No signs of water leaks to floors, carpets, carpet padding
Engine:
3.6 liter air-cooled flat six
· Engine serial number 62L10775
· Engine number decodes as:
- Digit Code Explanation
- 1 6 6 cylinder
- 2 2 Normally aspirated
- 3 L 1990
- 4 to 8 10775 Serial number
· Engine is believed as original to the car
· Rated 247 horsepower and 228 ft-lbs. torque
· Electronic Fuel Injection
· Transistorized ignition with twin plugs
· New fuel pump, fuel filter, rubber lines, 2023
· Used fuel rails and injectors, 2023
· Fuel tank cleaned, 2023
· Noise-free
· Turns over easily, starts after several tries
Transmission:
Five-speed manual transmission with Porsche Dynamic Four-wheel Drive (PDFD)
· Transmission serial number G6400 3L 04987
· Transmission serial number decodes as:
- Digit Code Explanation
- 1 to 5 G6400 AWD
- 6 3 Regulated limited-slip differential installed in G64
- 7 L 1990
- 8 to 12 04987 Serial number
· Transmission is believed original to the car
· Cosmoline yellow wax rustproofing still present on gearbox and front differential
· Shifts easily through all gears, up and down
· No noises when driving
· Clutch operates properly with no judder or slip
· No fluid leaks
· Normal 31% front / 69% rear bias
· Yellow indicator light on traction switch shows differentials are operating
· Front differential and transmission covers are in place
· Center tunnel underbody cover is new, 2023
Suspension, brakes, steering:Highly original
· Original disc brakes with black finished calipers and Porsche logos
· Parking brake correctly adjusted and fully working
· New DOT 4 brake fluid, 2023
· ABS operates and dash warning is not on
· Brakes firm and straight at low speed
· Cosmoline yellow wax rustproofing still present on suspension
· All CV boots are intact, no leaking
· Four Bridgestone Potenza tires with pre-2000 date codes show even treadwear
· Replica Cup 1 wheels, 7 ½ x 17 ET52 front and 9 x 17 ET47 rear, marked “Made in Italy,” in very good condition
· Porsche center caps
· Original Porsche locking wheel nuts with covers and three keys
· No clunking or other drivetrain or suspension noise when driven at low speed
· Original springs, shocks and struts
· Tracks straight
All the rest:
• Brand-new Bosch battery, 2023
• Battery does not discharge when sitting for more than a week
• Oil pressure, tachometer, speedometer and clock function
• All instrument lights and dimmer work correctly
• Dome lights work and switch off/on with doors open and switches in lights
• Glove box and front trunk lights work
• Original Porsche CD-2 AM/FM/CD player switches on, tunes, illumination works
• Aftermarket Blaupunkt amplifier in RF floor
• Windshield antenna, as built
Also included:
· Clear replacement Michigan title, issued 2022
· You can see the CARFAX free here
· Original Spare wheel with unused collapsible spare tire
· Original jack and tool kit
· Original air compressor runs and pumps air
· Original Owner’s Manual set with folder
· Maintenance manual stamped for all services through 5/11/1999, 77,600 miles (last maintenance service)
· Original front logo carpet floor mats
· Receipts for 2023 repairs
· Two original Porsche keys with working lights
· One spare key on aftermarket blank
· Three keys for wheel locks on original Porsche blanks with key codes
· Radio code card, tested, working code
“The large print giveth and the small print taketh away”- Tom Waits:
Please remember, this is a used car, which, as nice as it may be, is not perfect. I strive to deliver accurate descriptions, but it is possible to miss small deficiencies and will not be held liable for these minor misnomers. This vehicle is sold AS IS/WHERE IS and comes with no warranties, expressed or implied, whatsoever.
Known issues:
· This car is a thirty-three-year-old unrestored car that has been off the road for fifteen years
· Starts, stops, runs, well enough to drive on transporter
· Still a project car that requires restoration
· Cannot be driven on road as-is
· Odometers are not working
· Odometer is remembered as working before long term storage, so indicated mileage is close to actual
· Some rust on engine sheet metal and exhaust
·Oil leaks from cylinder heads and oil return tubes
· Lower engine cover has been removed and is not available
· Body repairs done 2023 are good, not concours, quality
· New paint on left fender, left door, hood, and roof are shinier than weathered, original paint
· Color match is good, not 100%
· Rust on cowl, at windshield, and top rear of right fender
· No other body rust-through
· New paint is blended roughly in C-pillars
· New windshield, but gasket seal is broken at bottom center
· Sunroof seal damaged
· Sunroof wind deflector broken at right closing arm, has to be pressed in by hand to close sunroof
· Front bumper cover bent up at lower center
· Left door lock cylinder blocked, does not turn. Left power lock does not operate.
· Right door lock and power locks operate correctly for both doors
· Front trunk and engine cover gas struts do not support lids
· Rear spoiler does not operate and body-colored trim is cracked at both top corners
· Rear spoiler warning light on
· Few chips in paint on front end and around car from use
· Some nicks and corrosion on of black trim
· All three rear lenses cracked
· Reverse lights do not operate, no trouble-shooting has been done
· All other exterior lights operate
· Left fog light lens broken, but both fog lights operate and switch illuminates
· All wipers and washers do not operate
· Main washer tank is cracked and leaks
· Rear wiper arm missing
· Seat heaters do not operate
· CD radio switches on, tunes, illuminates, but does not make sound
· Fuel gauge does not operate
· Brake wear warning light is on, but sensors do not appear to be worn-through. No troubleshooting has been attempted.
· Cruise control does not operate
· Power mirrors work intermittently- suspect corrosion in switches
· Some wear to original seats, carpet and headliner
· Left rear seatbelt webbing is damaged at pass-through to rear shelf
· Climate control does not operate
· A/C compressor does not switch on, no R-12 refrigerant in system
· Center vent is loose in dash
· Tires have pre-2000 date codes and must be replaced before driving on-road
· CARFAX mistakenly identifies this car as a Carrera 2. It is most-definitely a C4, as supported by all other documents and physical state
Not included:
· NO ADDITIONAL PARTS OR DOCUMENTATION FOR THIS CAR ARE AVAILABLE THAT ARE NOT IN PHOTOS, SORRY
Pre-purchase inspection is welcomed. Please contact me through “Ask seller a question” to arrange inspection and for any additional information.
Offered with realistic reserve. There is no “buy-it-now” price. Car will be sold to high bidder above reserve.
Shipping:
Buyer is responsible for vehicle pickup or shipping. Loose items will be inside car for shipping.
Other Terms:
$1000.00 deposit required within 48 hours of auction close.
PayPal accepted for deposit, only.
Payment methods accepted:
-Wire transfer in US funds.
-Cashier's Check (certified from US or Canadian bank) or money order.
-Cash (in person).
PayPal not accepted for full purchase payment.
Vehicle and title will be released to the buyer only after funds clear. There will be no exceptions.
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- Make: Porsche
- Model: 964
- Type: Coupe
- Doors: 2
- Year: 1990
- Mileage: 87000
- VIN: WP0AB2966LS451735
- Color: Murano Green
- Engine size: 3.6 L Flat 6
- Number of cylinders: 6
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Manual
- Drive type: 4WD
- Interior color: Black
- Drive side: Left-Hand Drive
- Safety options: Anti-Lock Brakes, Back Seat Safety Belts, Driver Airbag, Fog Lights
- Vehicle Title: Clean Want to buy? Contact seller!