what's a 1983 porsche 911 sc worth?

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Great question! Based on our Classic.com market data for the 1983 Porsche 911 SC Cabriolet, here's where this car sits:

## Classic.com Market Benchmarks
- **Classic Market Value (CMB):** $50,490
- **Average Sale Price:** $47,254  
- **Historical Range:** $25,750 – $110,856

## The Vehicle in Question
This **1983 Guards Red Cabriolet** is listed at **$88,210**—that's about **75% above the CMB** and firmly in premium territory. The current asking price significantly exceeds the $68,000–$70,000 range where similar condition 911 SC Cabriolets are currently available.

## Value Assessment

**Premium Factors Justifying the Price:**
- **Single-year rarity:** 1983 was the only production year for the SC Cabriolet (just ~4,124 built globally)
- **Euro specification:** 204 hp vs. 172 hp for US cars—more desirable to enthusiasts
- **Turn-key condition:** €15,000 in recent mechanical work, new soft top, fresh dashboard
- **Exceptional provenance:** Complete Swedish history from new, original books, tools, and both keys
- **Rare white leather interior**—striking combo with Guards Red

**Considerations:**
- The respray, while high-quality, means it's not original paint—purists may discount this
- At ~82,800 miles, mileage is reasonable but not exceptional for the year
- Currently available comparable coupes and cabriolets are trading 20-25% lower

## The Verdict
$88,210 is a **strong retail price** for a dealer sale—positioned as a premium, turnkey collector piece rather than a project or driver-quality car. It's not unreasonable given the one-year-only status, Euro spec, and extensive documentation, but buyers should expect top-tier presentation at this level.

Is there anything specific about this car's condition or history you'd like me to dig deeper on? Or would you like to see some other 911 SC Cabriolets currently available?

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