If you would do it over, what Y/M 911 would you choose?
11-13-2003, 08:55 PM
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My '88 Carrera is the most refined of the 7 Porsches I've owned. My tastes have evolved with age, and I really enjoy the "hint" of luxury these models exude. The next one might be....an '89, or '87, or another '88.
11-13-2003, 11:52 PM
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I think you nailed what I love about my 88 Carrera. It's that hint of luxury. Just enough, but not too much. Just right. Any more spoils the party. The way I look at it, with a nice turbo, big flares and a lot of drama thrown in, it isn't just right any more, but just perfect instead. Ah, how I love the 930 as well.
11-14-2003, 07:26 AM
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Considered in original apperance and I don't have to pay for it:
1. 1973 Carrera RS (the obvious choice - touring or lw doesn't matter)
2. 2.2S or 2.4S (either one is very nice, the 2.2 a bit sportier)
3. 1975-76 930 (just love the chrome lists)
4. 1974 Carrera (with ducktail and the 2.7)
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Christian
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ex. 1984 Carrera
1. 1973 Carrera RS (the obvious choice - touring or lw doesn't matter)
2. 2.2S or 2.4S (either one is very nice, the 2.2 a bit sportier)
3. 1975-76 930 (just love the chrome lists)
4. 1974 Carrera (with ducktail and the 2.7)
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Christian
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ex. 1984 Carrera
11-14-2003, 11:05 PM
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My wifes 87 cabrio hasn't been driven in a year, (our son is 6mos old) and likely wont be driven for another. But she WILL NOT let me sell it. Its cassis red metallic with black.....
11-15-2003, 01:25 AM
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Since it hasn't been mentioned yet... my vote goes for an 84-89 M-491 Turbo-Look Carrera. They have the looks, suspension, brakes and wheels found on a Turbo, but without the expense and high maintenance. My '84 coupe now has over 177,000 fun-filled miles and I'm goin' for more. It's a blast to drive on street or track and is very reliable. M-491 optioned Carreras were produced in relatively small numbers and haven't caught on as a true collectable. Believe me, some day they will, it's only a matter of time...
A few Porsche aficionados claim they're only worth about $5,000 above a similarly equipped narrow-bodied 911. As long as everyone 'buys' into this contrived concept, these limited production cars will remain a great bargain. Unfortunately, because of this mind set, numerous examples have been gutted and used as dedicated track cars only to be crashed. Yep, those track junkies know a good deal when they see one and they'll just keep buyin' them up... Budget-minded racers, above all others, know how extremely expensive and difficult it is to successfully convert a narrow body car to the same specs as a Factory M-491 optioned 911! My advice to anyone looking for a potentially very collectable Porsche that’s fun to drive, looks great and is still affordable, buy one while you still can!
For more information on these unique 911 Carreras, check out this link:
Turbo-Look M-491 Carrera Gruppe
To answer your original question: "If you would do it over, what Y/M 911 would you choose?" I would have done the same... JUST SOONER!!!
A few Porsche aficionados claim they're only worth about $5,000 above a similarly equipped narrow-bodied 911. As long as everyone 'buys' into this contrived concept, these limited production cars will remain a great bargain. Unfortunately, because of this mind set, numerous examples have been gutted and used as dedicated track cars only to be crashed. Yep, those track junkies know a good deal when they see one and they'll just keep buyin' them up... Budget-minded racers, above all others, know how extremely expensive and difficult it is to successfully convert a narrow body car to the same specs as a Factory M-491 optioned 911! My advice to anyone looking for a potentially very collectable Porsche that’s fun to drive, looks great and is still affordable, buy one while you still can!
For more information on these unique 911 Carreras, check out this link:
Turbo-Look M-491 Carrera Gruppe
To answer your original question: "If you would do it over, what Y/M 911 would you choose?" I would have done the same... JUST SOONER!!!
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11-16-2003, 01:43 PM
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After over 20 years and seven P-cars my attitude has changed considerably. I found my new love in a 94 964 turbo 3.6. Never thought I would stray from N/A and go turbo but sure can be a lot of fun. Looks good too.
11-16-2003, 03:59 PM
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A very nice car is the 74 carrera 2.7
It has (here in Europe at least) the engine of the 73 RS with 210 PS but is the first G-series body. Costs a fraction of the 73 RS
With respect to the 3.2 carrera (83 -89) I am very happy with my 84 C1 with 915 gearbox
- the clutchrepair costs half the price of that of the G-50 version
- the G 50 gearbox "eats" around 8 hp more than the 915
It has (here in Europe at least) the engine of the 73 RS with 210 PS but is the first G-series body. Costs a fraction of the 73 RS
With respect to the 3.2 carrera (83 -89) I am very happy with my 84 C1 with 915 gearbox
- the clutchrepair costs half the price of that of the G-50 version
- the G 50 gearbox "eats" around 8 hp more than the 915
11-16-2003, 04:16 PM
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Well, I guess I will have to go with the one I just purchaced.....
An 82 SC 87k mi. I still have to get through a PPI but I had a fellow 911 owner check it out as well and it is a keeper. I will post more details later.
Tim
An 82 SC 87k mi. I still have to get through a PPI but I had a fellow 911 owner check it out as well and it is a keeper. I will post more details later.
Tim
11-16-2003, 08:05 PM
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Tim,
Is that tobacco brown? Looks gust like my first SC only it was a 79. I sure do miss that car. Happy trails
Is that tobacco brown? Looks gust like my first SC only it was a 79. I sure do miss that car. Happy trails
11-16-2003, 09:23 PM
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The variety of answers here is appropriate. It really depends on the individual. Likes, dislikes, his or her driving usages and habits. From the ***** to the wall thrill of an early 911R to the latest luxury 996..it's a wide range. Me? I've had 4 Porsches, 2 of them 911's. I'm still enjoying the one I bought last, in 1974. It was my first used 911 purchase...a 1972 911S coupe. 
11-17-2003, 08:14 PM
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Just curious all (for future reference),
Is there a consensus that the G50 is just plain "better" than the 915 tranny (which is what I've read/heard very often), or do 915 users disagree and find their own merits. From what I understand so far, the 915 offers savings in weight (how much?) and cost of clutch replacement (again, how much) ...I'm thinking in terms of a track-only 3.2, not a daily driver. TIA!
Edward
Is there a consensus that the G50 is just plain "better" than the 915 tranny (which is what I've read/heard very often), or do 915 users disagree and find their own merits. From what I understand so far, the 915 offers savings in weight (how much?) and cost of clutch replacement (again, how much) ...I'm thinking in terms of a track-only 3.2, not a daily driver. TIA!
Edward
