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Old 05-14-2011, 05:51 AM
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Default Thinking about going to a 3.2 or even SC.

I've owned a 94' 964 for about a year now and I am thinking of going back in time. Why you may ask? Well don't get me wrong the car is superb, 65k miles, 5 speed manual, and in good condition. It just feels like there is something missing though, it feels a bit more watered down then I thought the car would. Maybe it just lacks that pure rawness. I also would like something a bit more DIY friendly. I've never driven a SC or 3.2, so I'm not sure what the 915 gearbox would be like. This would be a daily driver too. What do you guys think?

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There's always the 87-89 911's with the G50 gearbox,i've had my 89 for three years now and it does feel a little "raw" but i wouldn't want it any other way !

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Drive an 87-89 Carrera, 84-86 Carrera and a SC and see which you like better. The only diff between the Carreras is the G50 in the 87+. Also, I think there's a few more horses in the 87+ as well. If creature comforts such as ac are important, stick to the 964.
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I had a 1986 new and a 1980 I now drive a 95 993. I always regretted selling the 86 but as I age(60) I like the daily driver 993 almost as much . It is faster,AC works and has power steering etc. Car I test drove in 1975 which was really really raw was a 1971 MFI "S". If I was going back in time I would look for a nice longhood.
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" Why you may ask? "

I aint asking why, I'm asking when....

and there is a longhood out there for me waiting.... my when will come
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For me, if I were going to a torsion bar car for a daily driver, I would find a 73.5 with CIS. Plug in a 3.0 SC motor and suspension bits along with a few modest modifications (I'm dreaming here without a budget). OR, a nice 964 like you already have. In my mind the early 911 and the 964 serve the same purpose and will put the same smile on my mug. Either would have to be a sunroof coupe.
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I'd stick with the 964 as a DD.
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I know what the OP means. Having had two 964s plus a 964 turbo I know they are great cars, but they are a world away from the impact bumper cars in terms of driving experience. The lack of power steering really helps the experience and the 915 box is a delight if it's in good condition - they both add to the driving experience. Regarding being a DD, it depends on how much you value the more modern creature comforts. Personally I find the IB cars perfectly fine as DDs. Indeed, I've just left a deposit on the car below to be my new DD. It's an '82 SC.
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Any 3.6 is hard to beat, and a 964 is a superb 911. They have the ultra stiff chassis, outstanding brakes, and fabulous suspension as well as airbags and ABS. If I had to choose one 911 to keep for the rest of my life, a 964 would be in the top 2 of my short list.
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Originally Posted by whalebird
Any 3.6 is hard to beat, and a 964 is a superb 911. They have the ultra stiff chassis, outstanding brakes, and fabulous suspension as well as airbags and ABS. If I had to choose one 911 to keep for the rest of my life, a 964 would be in the top 2 of my short list.
I totally agree re the 964 - although most of those points are also reasons why it's not as involving as the earlier cars IMO.
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Hey, let's not forget the 993. It takes all that is good with the 964, and adds a few more goodies. Talk about DD!
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Originally Posted by Ed Hughes
Hey, let's not forget the 993. It takes all that is good with the 964, and adds a few more goodies. Talk about DD!
No doubt. The divide between a Carrera and a 964 is huge, between a 964/993 not so huge. 993 is the ultimate, but I do like the view down the torpedo tube fenders of a 964. And...964s are downright affordable these days. Putting the different 911 models into different cubbyholes is difficult; I don't try to take away from one or the other.
You can't own just one Porsche without wanting another.
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Originally Posted by whalebird
No doubt. The divide between a Carrera and a 964 is huge, between a 964/993 not so huge. 993 is the ultimate, but I do like the view down the torpedo tube fenders of a 964. And...964s are downright affordable these days. Putting the different 911 models into different cubbyholes is difficult; I don't try to take away from one or the other.
You can't own just one Porsche without wanting another.
Amen

Thanks for the suggestions, still going to keep an eye open for any 3.2s or SC's
A big question is though, how are they to work on compared to the 964?
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My first 911 was a 964
My 2nd was a 1987 G-50 cab
My 3rd is a 1974 911s

I think it's more of an evolution...
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To work on...depends on your ability, tools, and facilities as with any other machine. Compared to a 964 - the Carrera/SC is certainly low tech. Electrically, everything is 12v power/ground (aside of a few engine sensors), you don't have to pull the exhaust for a valve adjustment, 1/2 the spark plugs, 1/2 the fan belts, and no "hammer" (systems scanner)needed. No more leaky power steering rack either.
That said, all Porsches favor the experienced "wrench", and ignorance will cost you a lot of money on a Carrera/SC all the same.


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