Which 911
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Which 911
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I have been in the market for a nice 911 for a few months now. I have limited my selection to the G50 equipped models, ie late 87 to 89. As there are not so many porsches around this criteria really kulls the selection. My reason for chosing this criteria is mainly on the basis of a porsche dealer. My question to you all is, should i broaden my selection to other models of 911?
To outline my purposes for the car, I intend to drive the car almost as a daily driver with some track use. I enjoy driving and was trilled by my first drive in a 911 (a 1988 carrera). I will modify the car and I am handy with a spanner. Id like to get the turbo model but adding that also to the criteria would narrow the selection even more.
Thanks for your help in advance...looking forward to adding a pic of my baby when I get one
I have been in the market for a nice 911 for a few months now. I have limited my selection to the G50 equipped models, ie late 87 to 89. As there are not so many porsches around this criteria really kulls the selection. My reason for chosing this criteria is mainly on the basis of a porsche dealer. My question to you all is, should i broaden my selection to other models of 911?
To outline my purposes for the car, I intend to drive the car almost as a daily driver with some track use. I enjoy driving and was trilled by my first drive in a 911 (a 1988 carrera). I will modify the car and I am handy with a spanner. Id like to get the turbo model but adding that also to the criteria would narrow the selection even more.
Thanks for your help in advance...looking forward to adding a pic of my baby when I get one
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Drive some from each era and make your decision. Obviously budget is a factor too. I started looking at '78-'96, then narrowed my search to the Carrera Targas and finally settled on a '88. In general - the younger generations are more difficult and more expensive to maintain, but are more comfortable. At the very least you should extend your search to the '84 - '86 cars. You will find some sad 915s and some smooth ones.
Do some searches on the board, you'll find lots of info and opinions.
good luck and have fun,
Stef
Do some searches on the board, you'll find lots of info and opinions.
good luck and have fun,
Stef
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There is a big diference between the 915 and G50 gear box. I think it depends on the driver, as to which one is best. I like the 915 gear box. It is not smooth, and it is notchy. But it gives the driver a lot of feedback. The G50 has a numbness to it. Just my opinion.
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I will agree with that and ad that I prefer the feel to the cable opperated clutch on the 915. I must also say that I am a bit of a purist on the sportscar thing. I don't believe that the 996 is remotely a sports car but a GT. All that weight and those power options take from, not add to, the driving experience. I believe that is one big reason why so many believe that the '73 RS is the best over all 911. I have never owned nor driven one but would likely agree. My 2c.
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My wife also drives mine - but even that aside - I personally think the G-50 is light years ahead of the 915. It's smoother, the clutch has a more progressive pick up and it's capable of handling more HP.
That aside - and to what Mark said - I prefer the 1987's. In the US anyway - It was hard to find a sparsly optioned 1988 or 1989 car. They were all loaded to the hilt with every option (and weight).
Mine has a manual top, manual seats - That's about it...
That aside - and to what Mark said - I prefer the 1987's. In the US anyway - It was hard to find a sparsly optioned 1988 or 1989 car. They were all loaded to the hilt with every option (and weight).
Mine has a manual top, manual seats - That's about it...
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Do yourself a favor and take a spirited test drive in a 1969-73 911E or a 1967-1973 911S. My 911E coupe is equiped with factory power-NOTHING, a funky 901 tranny, and I couldn't be happier driving it daily in L.A. traffic.
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as a daily driver, you may prefer a g50 911. i've driven both and while i don't mind the 915, shift action is limited as I can't shift spiritedly. One has to be precise or be rewarded with herky jerky. Does this mean it separates men from boys? No. I don't see why shifting should be like my grandpa's Morris Minor. It was designed back then and this is now. The g50 is an improvement but certainly no S2000 shifter tho. 
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Which transmission the car has should be the least of your worries. Watch out for the condition of the valve guides.
I bought an '87 Carrera a few years ago, used, thought it was great. Within a few months found that the valve guides had worn to the point of passing a quart of oil into the cyclinders every 300 miles. Everytime I stopped for gas I had to add oil.
The good news is that I got rear-ended by a Explorer and the car was totaled. Not a problem any more
I bought an '87 Carrera a few years ago, used, thought it was great. Within a few months found that the valve guides had worn to the point of passing a quart of oil into the cyclinders every 300 miles. Everytime I stopped for gas I had to add oil.
The good news is that I got rear-ended by a Explorer and the car was totaled. Not a problem any more
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Originally posted by hotshoe911
Which transmission the car has should be the least of your worries. Watch out for the condition of the valve guides.
I bought an '87 Carrera a few years ago, used, thought it was great. Within a few months found that the valve guides had worn to the point of passing a quart of oil into the cyclinders every 300 miles. Everytime I stopped for gas I had to add oil.
The good news is that I got rear-ended by a Explorer and the car was totaled. Not a problem any more
Which transmission the car has should be the least of your worries. Watch out for the condition of the valve guides.
I bought an '87 Carrera a few years ago, used, thought it was great. Within a few months found that the valve guides had worn to the point of passing a quart of oil into the cyclinders every 300 miles. Everytime I stopped for gas I had to add oil.
The good news is that I got rear-ended by a Explorer and the car was totaled. Not a problem any more