tifosiman

If I had the extra cash laying about and permission from the sig-other, that would be the car I would be looking for. Well, other than that plaid interior...but I guess it is cool in a retro-chic kinda way. But the rest of the car is perfect for people who like the "less is more" mantra.

Price on that car is a tough question. There aren't too many of those running around, and they are hard to find when you are looking for one (at one time I was avidly looking for one a couple years back), but a few have popped up lately. I wouldn't go so far as to call them "rare" though (as far as rare porsches go), and they are only really desirable to geeks like me and some others that are looking for that sort of thing. Based on established real-world pricing for regular spec 924S cars, +6K is probably too much, especially considering the fact that the rubber centered original clutch is a ticking time bomb at this age and mileage. Although, if I owned that car, I would probably be asking for that much or more. But like I said I am a geek.

I'd go back to him with an offer of $4K and explain the clutch situation. If he isn't an enthusiast, he probably doesn't know the cost of a new clutch in these cars. Show him the estimated hours and parts cost. Downplay, or don't even mention, the fact that such an optioned car is hard to find. If you can get it for around $4K, and can do the work on the clutch yourself, I'd say it's a done deal. If you can't do the work yourself, but can still get it for $4K, then start socking away money for the rainy day when the clutch job will eventually be needed. If he doesn't budge off the asking price, then you would have to consider the purchase carefully. If you really want the car, and plan on keeping it for a long time, it still may be worth it. If you are only going to keep it for a year or two, you'll probably regret it.

racer

Actually, the seller is an enthusiast and used the car for PCA and SCCA Autocorssing. He just bought an '86 Turbo and has ANOTHER (although its an '87) 924S for sale. He's asking $4500 for the other one. Obviously not as well equipped as the "SE". He knows the cars well and was previously a Porsche salesman back in the 1980's. I voiced concern about the clutch, but haven't gotten back with an offer/coutneroffer. My intent would be about 5 years of ownership.

racer

Bump... Ok.. so what about just under $6k? say mid to high fives?

mavfan

wow, should i be expecting that kind of money for mine then?!!!

tifosiman

If you really want it, then I would say the price isn't bad given the fact it is what you are looking for and plan on keeping it for awhile. I'd go for it. Especially since it seems to be unmollested.