jrod31

Hi, all

I'm new to porsche, I've been looking to buy a porsche for along time. Someone is selling me a 1974 911carrera targa for $5000. the car looks in fair condition. He did tell me it had a oil leak.
I' am looking for a porsche that i could work on it with time. Do some engine work to it, etc. Do you think it's a good idea to get a 1974 targa 911 carrera or another model and year. I really dont like the 944, 928.
I've been trying to research more, is it hard to work on a 1974 2.7 engine (911 carrera targa) or get parts for it.
here is a link to some pics.
car pics

psychoideas

Hello Jrod,

First off, it's not a Carrera, it's a 911S.

I had one just like this but in right hand drive. Easy for most parts and not too hard to work on.
Have a PPI done to ensure the head studs haven't pulled out of the case.
Check for rust in the usual places.
I really loved mine.
Good luck
Frank

Paul K

Tell us where you live.

And buy an SC.

Good luck!

Paul.

jrod31

I'm from Orlando florida. I was thinking about an SC...but for the money now i think is good. and i think its in good conditions. did you guys see the pictures? also what a good online store for porsche parts?

JackOlsen

You should agree to the sale only on the condition that it gets a re-puechase inspection first from a Porsche shop of your choosing. If not, you could easily be looking at a $7-8,000 rebuild of the motor, or a $2,000 rebuild of the transaxle, or something else. With a car as old as that, you have to protect yourself with a pre-purchase inspection. If it checks out at that point, then go for it. But do not agree to the sale without one.