Carreras: Best Porsches Ever
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Originally Posted by theiceman
i think Carreras SUCK !!!!
okay not really, just wanted to keep the thread going so guys could post some nice pics of there cars to prove me wrong ...![Smilie](https://rennlist.com/forums/images/smilies/smile.gif)
okay not really, just wanted to keep the thread going so guys could post some nice pics of there cars to prove me wrong ...
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I have driven many 911's from early ones to brand new ones and my favorite is the 3.2's. They have a great road feel and just do everything well. They don't do it as great as the newer cars, but they are still a BLAST to drive. I don't think I would get rid of my '85 for anything. I certainly wouldn't mind having a 993 or a 80's turbo. But I would do all of this while keeping the '85.
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I owned a 1986 3.2 from 1997 to 2000. I sold it to get a 964 because I wanted a nicer car cosmetically to concours and I also thought I needed a faster 'toy' car.
Well, the 964 is nice. Really nice. I like it a lot.
However, last year I had to buy a 'beater' '84 3.2 to drive. I just missed driving the 3.2 cars and the 964 just let me a bit empty in the driving experience department. That car is a bit too refined for a weekend toy IMO. My brother has a couple SC's and those are great, but I really enjoy the ever so slight improvements in the motor with the 3.2's and like the archaic digital motor electronics as well. Kinda cool to have one of the first computer controlled 911's... That seems so '80's...
I'd post a pic, but everyone is sick of my cars...!
Jay
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Well, the 964 is nice. Really nice. I like it a lot.
However, last year I had to buy a 'beater' '84 3.2 to drive. I just missed driving the 3.2 cars and the 964 just let me a bit empty in the driving experience department. That car is a bit too refined for a weekend toy IMO. My brother has a couple SC's and those are great, but I really enjoy the ever so slight improvements in the motor with the 3.2's and like the archaic digital motor electronics as well. Kinda cool to have one of the first computer controlled 911's... That seems so '80's...
I'd post a pic, but everyone is sick of my cars...!
Jay
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Michael, I want your car and I want it now. I had an 85 Carrera Targa and I wrecked it. I then got a 78 SC and had engine problems. I sold it and now have a 79SC with a rebuilt motor. I like it but some of the CIS issues I can't get used to. I hated the targa aspect of the Carrera but loved everything else about it. Basically I want a coupe Carrera and I want it now.
I have a problem with these cars. At least it is a problem strictly with 911's. So, I have it down to one model at least. I think daily about selling the SC (had it for 4 months) and getting a 993 or 996 and getting rid of the 530i daily driver.
These cars make you crazy is all I have determined. It is like a crack addiction. You will always want another and see what it is like.
I have a problem with these cars. At least it is a problem strictly with 911's. So, I have it down to one model at least. I think daily about selling the SC (had it for 4 months) and getting a 993 or 996 and getting rid of the 530i daily driver.
These cars make you crazy is all I have determined. It is like a crack addiction. You will always want another and see what it is like.
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If I had an 89 with working AC, I'd probably get off the bus right there.
I drove a low mile Carrera Speedster with the wide body, and MAN was that a nice car ! That effortless zing of extra power above 4K just did it for me.
I do like my SC as well.
Donkey, when you get the right one, you will pause in your addiction. Maybe.
I drove a low mile Carrera Speedster with the wide body, and MAN was that a nice car ! That effortless zing of extra power above 4K just did it for me.
I do like my SC as well.
Donkey, when you get the right one, you will pause in your addiction. Maybe.
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I have owned 4 Porsches -all with removeable tops. 78 Targa, 87 cab, 01 Box, now an 87 Targa. I too love the raw feel of the older cars.
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Originally Posted by 911scTarga
I parted with an 85 Carrera, not realizing how much I loved it. Replaced it with a 996 -- fast but without the thrill, so I sold it with no regrets. Now, I have an 81 SC, and she makes me smile again! I'm thinking about a 993, not to replace, but to compliment the SC. If I couldn't love the 996, can I love the 993?
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I've got a 993, will a late 80's Carrera still put a smile on my face? I'm not a power freak, I just love to FEEL the road when I drive. I love the classic 911 silhouette. I drove an SC and just couldn't enjoy the car for the transmission. Guess I need to take a drive... I've definitely got some sort of Porsche sickness that can only be cured by another 911 in my stable. Is the Carrera the answer?
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I like that term...ageless. This is my third Carrera and I agree with the rawness feel. And this is my first Targa and I love to hear the sport exhaust with the top off.
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