Porsche 964 Carrera
The 964 Carrera masterfully blends the classic air-cooled 911 profile with modern technologies like coil-spring suspension and ABS. It's a cornerstone of the modern classic market, offering a usable entry into vintage 911 ownership.
Find one with Spotter →Porsche 964 Carrera sold for a median of $101,000 over the last 12 months, based on 94 auction sales; the middle 50% sold between $76,313 and $131,763. 261 currently for sale.
The Porsche 964, sold from 1989 to 1994, represented a major step forward for the 911. Porsche claimed it was 85% new compared to the outgoing Carrera 3.2, featuring a revised chassis with coil springs instead of torsion bars, power steering, and ABS as standard. It was the first 911 to offer an all-wheel-drive option, the Carrera 4, alongside the traditional rear-wheel-drive Carrera 2. Its 3.6-liter M64 flat-six engine provided a healthy performance increase, making it a fast and capable sports car for its time.
Collectors appreciate the 964 for its unique position in 911 history. It retains the classic upright headlight silhouette but offers a far more modern driving experience than its predecessors. This blend of vintage aesthetics and daily-driver usability has made it a favorite among enthusiasts. The market has recognized this appeal, with values showing strong growth over the past 10 years, solidifying the 964 as a blue-chip air-cooled collectible.
The 964 market is diverse, with an average sale price around $125,000. Standard Carrera 2 and 4 coupes represent the core of the market, while Targas and Cabriolets typically trade at a slight discount. Values climb steeply for desirable manual transmission cars and special editions like the widebody Turbo, the lightweight RS America, and the European-market Carrera RS, which can sell for many multiples of a standard car's price.
Buying Tips
- Check thoroughly for oil leaks from the 3.6L M64 engine, especially at the cylinder base gaskets and timing chain covers. Resealing the engine is an expensive, engine-out job.
- Early 1989-1991 cars were fitted with a dual-mass flywheel that is prone to failure. Many have been converted to a simpler, more reliable single-mass unit; check the service history.
- The distributor is driven by an internal rubber belt that has a finite service life. Failure can cause significant engine damage, so verify it has been replaced as preventative maintenance.
- Test the climate control system completely. The servos and control unit are known to fail and can be complex and costly to repair.
- Inspect for rust around the front and rear window seals, the rocker panels, and the 'kidney bowls' in the rear wheel wells.
Prices range from $425 for project or parts cars to $3,000,000 for the rarest factory variants like the Turbo S.
1,391 Porsche 964 Carrera vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 261 currently live.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Porsche 964 Carrera cost?
Over the last 12 months, Porsche 964 Carrera sold for a median of $101,000 across 94 auction sales tracked on Hypercars; the middle 50% sold between $76,313 and $131,763. There are 261 currently for sale.
How many Porsche 964 Carrera listings are for sale right now?
There are 261 Porsche 964 Carrera listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.