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06-09-2003, 12:59 AM
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86 944
ive posted about a 86 turbo ive found, but ive also found a 86 944 for 3000. guy says it runs good and maintanence has been done. what should i look for before buying and is this a good price. also, what kind of insurance would i pay for this car.
06-09-2003, 01:13 AM
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Too many unknowns. $3000 for an 86' seems competitive but even though it runs good does that mean the doberman has taken massive bites out of the seats and theres an airbrush tigerlady on each side of the car? How many miles are on it? Nothing beats an in-person eye inspection, then a PPI.
Insurance could be anything. Depending how old you are, how many DUIs you have, and what kind of policy it will be on.
If its a weekend car and you are 30, you might pay $150 a year on a collector policy. On the other hand Ive seen people say they pay $4000 in insurance every year.
Id see when the timing belt, water pump, and clutch have been replaced or how good condition they are. Timing belts, water pumps tend to need replacing around same mileage no matter what. Clutch could go every 50K or if you are like Wade on here, run a clutch approaching 300K miles.
Porsches tend to have gadget/eletrical problems too by this age so as a matter of record test every option on the car to make sure it works. I know of a guy who bought a 944 and never turned on the headlights and when he had to drive home late that evening with his new toy he learned the headlights didnt pop up. Thankfully you can manage driving by fogs if in a bind.
If I were you though, Id just recommend something new from the Porsche stable like a 996 Twin Turbo. I think you will be happier with it.
Insurance could be anything. Depending how old you are, how many DUIs you have, and what kind of policy it will be on.
If its a weekend car and you are 30, you might pay $150 a year on a collector policy. On the other hand Ive seen people say they pay $4000 in insurance every year.
Id see when the timing belt, water pump, and clutch have been replaced or how good condition they are. Timing belts, water pumps tend to need replacing around same mileage no matter what. Clutch could go every 50K or if you are like Wade on here, run a clutch approaching 300K miles.
Porsches tend to have gadget/eletrical problems too by this age so as a matter of record test every option on the car to make sure it works. I know of a guy who bought a 944 and never turned on the headlights and when he had to drive home late that evening with his new toy he learned the headlights didnt pop up. Thankfully you can manage driving by fogs if in a bind.
If I were you though, Id just recommend something new from the Porsche stable like a 996 Twin Turbo. I think you will be happier with it.
06-09-2003, 01:13 AM
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do a search, you'll get lots of answers
to sum everything up, timing belt, water pump, maybe clutch. look for records, get a pre purchase inspection.
insurance wont be too much, if you get the NA. I remember my insurance was to go up around $300-500 going from a camry to a 944.
to sum everything up, timing belt, water pump, maybe clutch. look for records, get a pre purchase inspection.
insurance wont be too much, if you get the NA. I remember my insurance was to go up around $300-500 going from a camry to a 944.
06-09-2003, 02:52 AM
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id probably go with gieco insurance since im cheap and it would be a project car anyway. ive seen the car in person and talked to the owner. he says there is probably 20,000 mi left on the timing belt, and he replaced the ac compressor. another plus is that he has 94, 911 rims on it. is there anyway, i could get him to lower this price, if needs be?
06-09-2003, 03:29 AM
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Deduct $700 for the timing belt needing a change, that's my suggestion.
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06-09-2003, 09:32 AM
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if it doesn't run well and he says "it's only the wires"...yes, tell him to change them before you waste any time on it...he might be giving you this 'story' to mask other more serious problems
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06-09-2003, 12:28 PM
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How many overall miles are on the car. 3500-4K can usually get you into a nice running 944. Premiums will come based on how well its been kept up. The rims are a bonus, unless the car came with Fuchs, then Id say its a wash. Take some photos and show us what we're talking about.
06-09-2003, 01:27 PM
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If he can't afford plug wires I wonder what else hasn't been done. The paint, radio and speakers are among the least important thing, imo.
Whatever you do, take it to a mechanic who's experienced with these cars for a pre-purchase inspection. It will save you more money than it costs, I guarantee you. If the seller won't let you, walk away. And don't agree on price or pay a deposit before the inspection.
Whatever you do, take it to a mechanic who's experienced with these cars for a pre-purchase inspection. It will save you more money than it costs, I guarantee you. If the seller won't let you, walk away. And don't agree on price or pay a deposit before the inspection.