wareagle5693

So I have begun an EXTREMELY early look into getting a older model 911. Maybe a project car maybe not but I'm looking to get into it for as little as possible. I've considered a older car with a salvage title and fixing it up myself but I was looking for suggestions from you guys as to what I should do as well as the specific model.

I'm assuming that after working for a couple months through my first semester of college, plus Christmas money I can save up enough to get at least the base for my project. I've passed a house that has a 964 I believe it is sitting out front for sale and I have begun my search for my new 'fun' car to give the Audi a break.

Thanks in advance for your help and suggestions.

GothingNC

What is you budget?

I would plan on $15-$18K for a decent 78-83 SC or a little more for an 84-86 Carrera.

For a project you may find a roller for about $6,000 (hard to find now) and put about $10,000 to $15K to get it road worthy.

I would put it of until you are finshed with college, money for beer, pizza and chicks is more or a priority.

Run a search on RL for 1st time buyer advice.

GothingNC

Running 74 Targa for a decent price

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsc...11s-targa.html

Early 912 fpr $10K, just needs floors, rust repair, fenders..

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsc...912-coupe.html

race911

Or, you can get one now, start your journey, and possibly have a lifetime of enjoyment. Not everyone wanted to spend the college years being drunk.

I would caution that the good v. bad on the initial purchase when having a limited budget is probably 50:1 against you.

wareagle5693

Exactly, yea I will be having a good time at college.. but I've always been a bit of a car nut and it's easier now with no other major financial responsibilities to worry about.

Would you recommend spending more money at the start to save spending even more later on?

GothingNC

Peter Zimmerman's book "The Used 911 Story" would be a good start.

The Brewmeister

Exactly! There's no such thing as a cheap Porsche. You can pay now or you can pay later but either way you're gonna pay.

It really depends on how much of a project you are looking for. Keep in mind that quality parts and materials for Porsche restoration will come at a price.

theiceman

With all due respect the project for you may be a 944. Much cheaper to get in to and not a first bad porsche at all.

GothingNC

I would avoid looking for one with a salvage title.

Some insurance comnapnies will not provide coverage.
If you need to sell after pouring your hard earned cash into it, it will make it real tough to find a buyer.