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Miami Herald
12 hours ago
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
The Coolest Porsche 911s For Sale This Week
If you've got even a passing interest in cars, the Porsche 911 has probably crossed your mind. Doesn't matter if you lean vintage or modern, air-cooled or twin-turbo-the 911 is always a good idea. It's one of the few sports cars that's been cool since the '60s and somehow still gets better every decade. There are some especially tempting 911s up for grabs on Exotic Car Trader, and they're all different flavors of cool. If you're in the market-or just like to daydream-here are five of the best 911s listed right now. 2021 Porsche 911 Targa 4 If you're stuck between a coupe and a convertible, the Targa is your answer. While this Python Green one is already gone, it will give you some idea of what's possible. You get the black leather interior with heated and ventilated Sport Seats Plus, a Bose surround system, ambient lighting, and Porsche's intuitive infotainment setup sitting front and center. There's surround view, Lane Change Assist, and all the comfort and tech that Porsche does best. Even the Sport Chrono dial and tach are done in Lizard Green, and the Porsche crests are stamped into the headrests. It's not subtle, but it's not meant to be. On the outside, the Targa bar is finished in black to match the SportDesign package accents. The RS Spyder Design wheels (20s up front, 21s in the back) fit tight in those flared rear arches, and the silver sport exhaust tips look just right peeking out from beneath. Out back, Porsche's 3.0-liter twin-turbo flat-six makes a reported 444 horsepower, paired to an 8-speed PDK and all-wheel drive. With the Sport Chrono package on board, it'll do 0–60 in under four seconds, making it fast enough to outpace most competitors at the track, while still blasting tunes and soaking in the cold air from the ventilated seats. View the 2021 Porsche 911 Targa 4 listing. Get a value estimate and list it online with Exotic Car Trader. Click here to learn more. 2024 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS This 2024 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS S is finished in Arctic Grey with a Slate Grey interior, and it comes with a proper 7-speed manual transmission-not a paddle in sight. Rear-wheel drive, twin-turbo flat-six, and a Sport Chrono Package? You're already halfway there. Outside, it's wearing the full SportDesign treatment-revised front apron, side skirts, exclusive design taillights, and silver sport exhaust tips that sit clean beneath the bumper. It rides lower on a PASM sport suspension dropped 10mm, and the 20/21-inch RS Spyder Design wheels tuck into the arches just right. You also get the front axle lift, which is a must unless you love scraping nose-first into gas station entrances. And the Porsche crests on the wheel caps and headrests round it all out without being too shouty. Inside, the Slate Grey cabin maintains a cohesive look, featuring heated and ventilated Adaptive Sport Seats Plus and a heated steering wheel with Power Steering Plus. There's Ambient Lighting, a Porsche Design sub-second clock, and seatbelts in Silver Grey to match the rest of the build. The Premium and Storage Packages are here too, and include Surround View and Lane Change Assist to keep things easy when you're not out hammering corners. Under the rear deck is a twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat-six making a reported 443 horsepower. This isn't a base model-you only get the 7-speed manual in the S or GTS cars, and this one has the full Sport Chrono setup to sharpen everything up when the road opens up. Check out the 2024 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS. 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe This 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera is pure, old-school Stuttgart, right down to the air-cooled flat-six and that unmistakable teardrop shape. It's finished in Guards Red over a black interior, and with under 45,000 miles on the clock, it's stayed remarkably tight for a nearly 40-year-old car. The 3.2-liter naturally aspirated flat-six is out back, exactly where it should be, and it's paired with a 5-speed manual that sends power to the rear wheels. Bosch Motronic fuel injection keeps things running smoothly, and the torsion bar suspension does what it's always done best: keep things simple, responsive, and planted. It's not overdone. It's not messed with. It's just a proper 911. The car sits on original black Fuchs forged alloy wheels with silver lips - the right look, no substitutions. And out back, there's a big ducktail-style spoiler that adds just enough attitude without messing up the lines. It's clean, but it still catches eyes wherever it goes. Inside, it's a classic 2+2 Porsche with two solid black leather buckets up front and a couple of kid-sized jump seats in the back. The five-gauge cluster is exactly what you'd expect, with the center-mounted tach right where it belongs. There's a newer Pioneer head unit tucked in the dash-granted, it's not period correct, but honestly, it's hard to be mad at decent sound when you're carving through back roads. See the 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera listing. 1980 Porsche 911 SC If you're after a classic 911 that's built to be driven-not just parked under fluorescent lights-this 1980 Porsche 911 SC is the kind of weekend car worth looking at. It's finished in a head-turning red exterior with a black Porsche logo stripe down the side, and it still carries the lines that made these cars legends in the first place. The current owner reports just 25,000 original miles, and a quick look at the condition backs it up. Original bumpers? Check. Black Fuchs wheels? Also present and accounted for. Inside, the black leather cabin has been professionally redone, and it shows. The quilted pattern on the seats adds some extra flair without losing the feel of the original layout. It's got all the factory trim, plus matching Porsche carpets, and everything looks clean and correct. If you want that analog driving experience, this car sets you up right-low seating position, great visibility, and nothing distracting you from the road ahead. Under the rear lid, the flat-six has seen serious attention. The engine assembly has reportedly been replaced, and the seller notes that a full cleanup was done-parts were sandblasted, hoses and gaskets replaced, new wires and vacuum lines installed, and the valve covers were powder-coated. It's not just a tune-up; it's a proper refresh. Same story with the transmission-the assembly was removed, overhauled, and reinstalled in May 2023 as part of a documented service. View the 1980 Porsche 911 SC listing. 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S This 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S is finished in gray over gray leather and is reportedly all stock with original mileage. It's powered by a 3.6-liter flat-six engine and paired with a 5-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission, with all-wheel drive sending power to all four corners. The 996 generation marked a major shift for the 911, as it was the first to move away from air-cooled engines in favor of water cooling. That change brought better emissions compliance and more performance potential without losing the soul of the rear-engined layout. In this car, the 3.6L flat-six uses water cooling and a dry-sump design, and it's factory rated at 320 horsepower at 6,800 rpm. It's good for a top speed north of 170 mph. This particular Carrera 4S comes equipped with a power sunroof, red-painted brake calipers, and drilled brake rotors. A paint protection film has been applied to the front half of the car. Inside, the gray leather interior features white auxiliary dials and the original stereo system with a CD player. According to the seller, the car has recently received a new ignition switch and new window motors. A recent service has been completed, and all servicing is reported to be up to date. Explore the 2003 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S listing. From lifted rally-inspired specials to raw vintage classics and future collectibles, there's a 911 here for every kind of buyer. These cars don't last long when they're this clean. If one's calling your name, don't sit on it. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Miami Herald
12 hours ago
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
1964 Mercedes-Benz 230SL For Sale With Just 54,282 Miles
Mercedes-Benz's classic lineup is full of nothing but head-turners, with its SL models being some of the most recognizable. The 230SL isn't quite the headline-maker that the 300SL is, but the "Pagoda" Mercedes, so-called for its slightly concave hardtop, still deserves praise in its own right. If you feel the same way, this particular one is for sale on Exotic Car Trader, and you can check out the listing by clicking here. Production of the Mercedes-Benz 230SL ran from 1963 to 1967, with a 2.3L inline-six engine making 148 hp and 145 lb-ft of torque through either a 4-speed manual or automatic transmission. The engine was based on the M180 inline-six but featured several modifications needed to boost output, like a higher compression cylinder head, bigger valves, a modified camshaft, and a fuel injection pump with six plungers. To further ensure this luxury roadster could glide across the road as smoothly as possible, the hood, trunk lid, door skins, and tonneau cover were made of aluminum to reduce weight. Out of the 19,831 230SLs produced, less than a quarter were sold here in the US. This 230SL is finished in Creme over an Ivory leather interior with two seats, a carpeted luggage area behind them, and the classic Mercedes-Benz instrumentation. The dashboard is free of cracks or defects and even houses the original Becker radio and analog clock. It looks like an extremely cozy and comfortable place to be, the perfect kind of cabin for a grand touring kind of trip. Get a value estimate and list it online with Exotic Car Trader. Click here to learn more. Under the hood of this one is a more powerful, rebuilt 280 cu in engine, presumably out of a Mercedes-Benz 280SL. If it is that engine, then it should make 168 hp and 180 lb-ft of torque through the 4-speed automatic transmission it's made to. The entire car rides on front and rear coil springs with power-assisted recirculating ball steering, with the power part being an available option. The Mercedes-Benz 230SL Pagoda is highly regarded by enthusiasts and collectors, and you'll be hard-pressed not to find one driving around Monterey Car Week or similar automotive events. The fact that this example has a later, more powerful engine swapped into it might make it lose some points to those who prefer an original, untouched example. Those who prefer having more power over a numbers-matching car, though, will find themselves right at home with this one. According to the Hagerty Valuation Tool, prices for 230SLs have been steadily decreasing, with one in Excellent condition commanding around $90,500 and one in Good condition bringing about $56,700. The fact that this low-mileage example is only going for $49,950 makes it a relative bargain if, again, you don't care about the engine swap. No information is provided about the engine swap or the rebuild, so we'd get some more information on that from the seller before getting your wallet out. That said, if you imagine a cross-country road trip at the helm of this 230SL, you'll understand why enthusiasts yelp in excitement whenever one drives by and why this one should excite you. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Auto Blog
13 hours ago
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
1964 Mercedes-Benz 230SL For Sale With Just 54,282 Miles
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. There are just two small trucks on the market, but when it comes to towing capability, Hyundai's offering tops the Ford Maverick with relative ease. Both the Volkswagen ID Buzz and the Hyundai Ioniq 9 have a lot in common: competitive pricing, spacious accommodations, and all-electric power—but which one suits you better? A classic Mercedes in every sense of the word Mercedes-Benz's classic lineup is full of nothing but head-turners, with its SL models being some of the most recognizable. The 230SL isn't quite the headline-maker that the 300SL is, but the 'Pagoda' Mercedes, so-called for its slightly concave hardtop, still deserves praise in its own right. If you feel the same way, this particular one is for sale on Exotic Car Trader, and you can check out the listing by clicking here. Production of the Mercedes-Benz 230SL ran from 1963 to 1967, with a 2.3L inline-six engine making 148 hp and 145 lb-ft of torque through either a 4-speed manual or automatic transmission. The engine was based on the M180 inline-six but featured several modifications needed to boost output, like a higher compression cylinder head, bigger valves, a modified camshaft, and a fuel injection pump with six plungers. To further ensure this luxury roadster could glide across the road as smoothly as possible, the hood, trunk lid, door skins, and tonneau cover were made of aluminum to reduce weight. Out of the 19,831 230SLs produced, less than a quarter were sold here in the US. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 230SL — Source: Exotic Car Trader This 230SL is finished in Creme over an Ivory leather interior with two seats, a carpeted luggage area behind them, and the classic Mercedes-Benz instrumentation. The dashboard is free of cracks or defects and even houses the original Becker radio and analog clock. It looks like an extremely cozy and comfortable place to be, the perfect kind of cabin for a grand touring kind of trip. Thinking about selling your car? Get a value estimate and list it online with Exotic Car Trader. Click here to learn more. Under the hood of this one is a more powerful, rebuilt 280 cu in engine, presumably out of a Mercedes-Benz 280SL. If it is that engine, then it should make 168 hp and 180 lb-ft of torque through the 4-speed automatic transmission it's made to. The entire car rides on front and rear coil springs with power-assisted recirculating ball steering, with the power part being an available option. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 230SL 1964 Mercedes-Benz 230SL Final thoughts The Mercedes-Benz 230SL Pagoda is highly regarded by enthusiasts and collectors, and you'll be hard-pressed not to find one driving around Monterey Car Week or similar automotive events. The fact that this example has a later, more powerful engine swapped into it might make it lose some points to those who prefer an original, untouched example. Those who prefer having more power over a numbers-matching car, though, will find themselves right at home with this one. According to the Hagerty Valuation Tool, prices for 230SLs have been steadily decreasing, with one in Excellent condition commanding around $90,500 and one in Good condition bringing about $56,700. The fact that this low-mileage example is only going for $49,950 makes it a relative bargain if, again, you don't care about the engine swap. No information is provided about the engine swap or the rebuild, so we'd get some more information on that from the seller before getting your wallet out. That said, if you imagine a cross-country road trip at the helm of this 230SL, you'll understand why enthusiasts yelp in excitement whenever one drives by and why this one should excite you. About the Author Gabriel Ionica View Profile
Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
2008 Tesla Roadster For Sale With Just 1,821 Miles
There's a lot that can be said about Tesla as a company today, but the Tesla Roadster is largely an exception to those criticisms. Based on a Lotus Elise chassis, the automaker's first car was both sleek and impressive, and this 2008 example on Exotic Car Trader with 1,821 miles is a relatively rare sighting of a Tesla Roadster on the open market. The Roadster was an impressive machine when it was released, being the first highway-legal production car to use lithium-ion batteries, with a 53 kWh pack onboard. Charging time varies, but if one uses a 240 V charger on a 90 A circuit breaker, Tesla claimed a recharging rate of 56 miles added per hour. The electric motor produces 248 hp and 200 lb-ft of torque, which are sent to the rear wheels through a single-speed transmission. Tesla quoted a 0-60 mph time of around four seconds, which is nothing to scoff at, especially in 2008. Regenerative braking is present, of course, and the Roadster sports both front and rear independent suspension. The EPA gave it a 244-mile range, which isn't great by today's standards but was a good number back then. Uniquely, the body panels are all carbon fiber, keeping the weight down for both performance and range-related reasons. The NHTSA also granted the Roadster a waiver from the advantage two-stage airbag rule, allowing Tesla to use standard airbags instead. While that may seem unheard of in the modern world, similar waivers are given to small-volume automakers like Lotus, Ferrari, and Bugatti. The interior is a relatively sparse, but still attractive, and frankly, a massive step-up from modern Tesla interiors. The tan leather seats match the door panel inserts, while the center console houses a "gear" shifter, controls for the HVAC system, and two buttons for the seat heaters. Above that is a JVC head unit complete with built-in navigation. The cluster is relatively standard, other than the fact that it still has an RPM gauge that goes up to 13,000 RPM. I think more EVs should have rev counters, despite their comparatively useless nature. While modern Teslas are a common sight on today's roads, only 2,450 Roadsters were built in four years, making this one that much more desirable. Tesla sold Roadsters directly to customers online, in 13 showrooms, and over the phone in North America and Europe. Tesla Roadsters aren't a common sight on the road or the second-hand market, so if you've been looking for one, this one on Exotic Car Trader is a must-have. Of course, with such credentials and only 1,821 miles on the odometer, the $225,000 asking price of this one is to be expected. Not only will you be driving one of the first mainstream electric sports cars, but you'll be driving one built on the back of an Elise. Is that something you can really put a price on? Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Auto Blog
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
2008 Tesla Roadster For Sale With Just 1,821 Miles
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. View post: Japanese Car Prices Are About to Go Up in the U.S. The Tesla Roadster is a vastly different machine from today's Teslas There's a lot that can be said about Tesla as a company today, but the Tesla Roadster is largely an exception to those criticisms. Based on a Lotus Elise chassis, the automaker's first car was both sleek and impressive, and this 2008 example on Exotic Car Trader with 1,821 miles is a relatively rare sighting of a Tesla Roadster on the open market. 0:01 / 0:09 2024 Kia EV6 GT-Line review: Is this the EV that will convert you? Watch More The Roadster was an impressive machine when it was released, being the first highway-legal production car to use lithium-ion batteries, with a 53 kWh pack onboard. Charging time varies, but if one uses a 240 V charger on a 90 A circuit breaker, Tesla claimed a recharging rate of 56 miles added per hour. The electric motor produces 248 hp and 200 lb-ft of torque, which are sent to the rear wheels through a single-speed transmission. Tesla quoted a 0-60 mph time of around four seconds, which is nothing to scoff at, especially in 2008. Regenerative braking is present, of course, and the Roadster sports both front and rear independent suspension. The EPA gave it a 244-mile range, which isn't great by today's standards but was a good number back then. 2008 Tesla Roadster — Source: Exotic Car Trader The Roadster had some tricks up its sleeve Uniquely, the body panels are all carbon fiber, keeping the weight down for both performance and range-related reasons. The NHTSA also granted the Roadster a waiver from the advantage two-stage airbag rule, allowing Tesla to use standard airbags instead. While that may seem unheard of in the modern world, similar waivers are given to small-volume automakers like Lotus, Ferrari, and Bugatti. The interior is a relatively sparse, but still attractive, and frankly, a massive step-up from modern Tesla interiors. The tan leather seats match the door panel inserts, while the center console houses a 'gear' shifter, controls for the HVAC system, and two buttons for the seat heaters. Above that is a JVC head unit complete with built-in navigation. The cluster is relatively standard, other than the fact that it still has an RPM gauge that goes up to 13,000 RPM. I think more EVs should have rev counters, despite their comparatively useless nature. While modern Teslas are a common sight on today's roads, only 2,450 Roadsters were built in four years, making this one that much more desirable. Tesla sold Roadsters directly to customers online, in 13 showrooms, and over the phone in North America and Europe. 2008 Tesla Roadster 2008 Tesla Roadster Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. Final thoughts Tesla Roadsters aren't a common sight on the road or the second-hand market, so if you've been looking for one, this one on Exotic Car Trader is a must-have. Of course, with such credentials and only 1,821 miles on the odometer, the $225,000 asking price of this one is to be expected. Not only will you be driving one of the first mainstream electric sports cars, but you'll be driving one built on the back of an Elise. Is that something you can really put a price on? About the Author Gabriel Ionica View Profile
