chris walrod

I have recently discovered a relatively low cost formula to start racing in, 944 spec. It seems to be growing rapidly and is, quite interesting.

I know the 944 isn't anything like the 911 (993) but many say they are well balanced by nature. The 944 spec seems to be a lot of fun and a great bunch of guys involved with the same mantra: lets race each others abilities, not our checkbooks.

Now I am faced with a large decision to make, continue to DE, autocross (eventually time trial) the 993, or build and race a 944 spec car for a fraction of the cost?

Whats your take on this?

Mike in Chi

Chris

At 944 prices, you can do both.

And the 944 is a great car to learn in.

911

From my own experience, I know the 944 (especially the turbos) are excellent. I've heard, though, that maintenance can be on the high side. Whatever you decide, have fun racing.

chris walrod

Part of the formula that I like is that only N/A cars with virtually no mods are allowed. They mandate a spec damper and tires. Even stock rims are a must. Springs and roll bars are open for tuning.

I dont know what to do at this point, its a big decision. I would love to keep the 993, but garage space is a premium. The down side to me would be where to keep a car trailer since we dont have the room to store it.

Then again, I dont know what I would do without the 993. Its such a fabulous, well manored car. Plus all the 993 guys on this BBS are such a great bunch of people. To be fair, the guys and gals of the other forums are great as well, I just dont know them as well.

Time will tell.

Mike in Chi

Hi Chris

An enclosed trailer does dual purpose as a garage. Sounds like you just need to solve the problem of where to keep the trailer.

I choose to ignore my wife's comments of "Gee, now it looks like the Clampett's live here."

Know anyone who owns a company, factory, warehouse,
etc? In exchange for a few DEs, maybe he'll let you keep the trailer out back?