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Old 09-25-2005 | 07:57 PM
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Question Big buying dilemma: SC or 930....?!

I have the opportunity to buy either a gorgeous black '82 SC w/59k mi (nearly mint) for about $19, or, a black '86 930 with 47k mi that supposedly looks amazing(looks OK in the pics), two owner car for about $30k. I know the SC is in better condition, but what's there not to like about the Turbo other than more expensive upkeep? I am really confused as to which one to choose---should I buy the one that I can get the best deal on? I will do a PPI of course. Thanks if you can help,

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Old 09-25-2005 | 08:07 PM
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I have a '83 3.2 carrera sport coupe and a '81 turbo.

They are very different cars. Drive both and see what you think.

The SC should be less expensive to keep.

If I HAD to sell one of mine the 3.2 would go. The turbo is so awesome and addictive. The turbo's power can be upgraded with another 100bhp quite easily/inexpensively compared to the SC.
Old 09-25-2005 | 08:15 PM
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Turbo POWA!!
Old 09-26-2005 | 12:22 AM
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TURBO!
Old 09-26-2005 | 12:24 AM
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What dilemma?! BOOOOOOSSSSSTTT!!
Old 09-26-2005 | 01:49 AM
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Old 09-26-2005 | 10:47 AM
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Old 09-26-2005 | 11:17 AM
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Ha ha. I shouldve known I'd get slight bias here! Its a tough decision because originally I wanted the SC and this one is essentially new looking. The turbo? I'll have to take a look and drive it and if it grabs me, that's what happens. Thanks guys,

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Old 09-26-2005 | 11:22 AM
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Well I should say...Turbo, if it's the right Turbo! There are lot's of great examples out there.
Old 09-26-2005 | 04:35 PM
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Old 09-26-2005 | 10:34 PM
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Tell us how it goes! I'm really interested to see which you pick...
Old 09-26-2005 | 11:53 PM
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I owned 2 SC's, one heavily modified for 19 years and they are fantastic cars but nothing beats the BOOOSSSSTT!!
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Curt,
I think that about sums it all up does'nt it?
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TURBO all the way, you won't regret it!


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