Who doesn’t love the look and feel of a classic Porsche Targa? We certainly enjoy these high-performance beauties. As time goes on, they continue to gain new fans and rise in popularity.
As another winner in the series of innovative Porsche models, the Targa has something for trivia fans. For instance, the Targa was the first global “safety cabriolet” launched in 1965. It raised the standard for safety by incorporating a rollbar while allowing the roof to be removed entirely. It also had a plastic rear window that dropped down. The American people loved the speed and power of the Porsche, and the government wanted to ensure they got to their destination safely when the ride was over. Safety standards were changing, and the Targa was part of that evolution. This gave Americans and the rest of the world a feeling of freedom while having a few essential safety features thrown in. And as usual, Porsche did it with style! The Porsche Targa model is still in production today.
Here’s another little tidbit of information to share at a cocktail party. The name Targa came from the “Targa Florio” , a Sicilian race where Porsche dominated in the 1950s. In Italian, Targa means “number plate,” a simplistic meaning for such a fantastic luxury sports car. Yet, the term did not hinder the popularity of this model. Data shows that in 2023, Porsche shipped a record-breaking 75,415 Targas to America. Moving forward, we believe the demand for these amazing sports cars, either classic or new, will continue to grow.
A Porsche Targa Valuation Isn’t a Trivial Matter
Our Dusty Cars team knows our way around a classic Porsche. From the Cabriolet to a Porsche 911T Targa we never get over the stunning look and feel of these classic luxury sports cars. We also know that when someone is ready to sell their classic Porsche Targa, they will seek a respectful offer. And that’s our job, to provide a thorough appraisal and fair cash offer.
Car and Driver notes that the 993 Targa (1996 – 1998) is number four on the top six picks of Porches 911’s for 2024. This model is very reliable, with minimal corrosion problems and strong engines. As long as the car is well cared for and maintained, it can fetch a fair sum. But even if you own a Targa and it’s experienced some wear and tear, Dusty Cars won’t shy away. We are always up for a Porsche Targa valuation. Because these models never go out of style in the classic car arena.
If you love your classic sports car and are ready to let it go to someone who will appreciate it, too, contact us for a Porsche Targa Valuation.