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TransAm · 06-03-2005, 10:22 AM

Ok here's a theorectical scenario. You have about $25k to spend. You would prefer a cabriolet but its not essential. Insurance costs are not a problem. While you don't need more than 2 seats, the car is your daily transport as well.

Would you buy:

A nearly new (lets say 2004) S2000...

A concours example (show condition) 1986-1989 911 or possibly a high mile but good condition 911 Turbo...

A 1990-1992 911 Carrera - would you get the C2 or the C4, coupe or cabrio?

A concours example (show condition) porsche 968?

A Boxster S

A well-worn 1994 911 (993 model)

Ok so I chucked the S2K in the mix because its more powerful than some of the porsches I listed, reliable, new, fun to drive etc

I think I'd pick a nice 92 or 93 964 carrera, or maybe an early 993 if the miles werent too high...

ARMAN · 06-03-2005, 10:53 AM

993 for me, turbo the best

|Nuno| · 06-03-2005, 12:11 PM

Last option:

A well worn 993, though the '86-'89 Turbo is a good option too.

SPEEDKILLAR · 06-03-2005, 01:42 PM

Originally Posted by dani_d_mas

930 Turbo...

In black

callen · 06-03-2005, 01:59 PM

I would go with the Boxter S.. what year would it be, I assume late 90's. I choose the Boxter because of reliabilty. I think with a high mile (even tho it is good condition) Porsche could end up being trouble after 10-20 or 30 K..where as the Boxter should be problem free for at least 50k if not much more. Newer car means lessa hassle.. and a Boxter S beats an S2000 in my books anyday!

gucom · 06-03-2005, 02:21 PM

i'm not a huge fan of those 930 911's...those bumpers make em look like they're high or sumn (as in having used weed)

A 968 is a brilliant car too, from what i've read about it it handles GREAT...i dont know if long distances would have to be covered, but if that were so, have you considered a 928 GTS?

otherwise, from the options u listed, i'd pick a 964 C2/C4 coupe...since ive never driven RWD/AWD cars, let alone sports cars, i really wouldn't know which i'd prefer (prolly RWD but who knows

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Or, if it's still in good condition apart from the high mileage, get the 993...its AWESOME, maybe the ultimate 911...

blah · 06-03-2005, 03:08 PM

is 959 an option?

Id go for the 993 you will definately love it. Maybe you should save alittle longer and get a 996 its bigger and has more convience features.

inso · 06-03-2005, 03:10 PM

993turbo is the best car, but also the running cost are high, there are no el cheapo parts involved in making one. So i would stay with the NA models. Of course you can also think little lateral, and buy M3, there are so many options in that price range, that it is your preferences that decide what will be best for you. Just remember not to buy the cheapest one there is, and check the car professionally, better chance of having no bad suprices. Boxster S would be my solid choice of porsches. Just look for one with good kit, like hardtop.

noosee · 06-03-2005, 03:25 PM

I drove 993 cabrio a week ago. Very nice car. Great sound, very good gearbox, steering, but it's not that fast. Raced it against 3.0 Euro M3 and it was much slower. S2000 is also faster. Also it was very tricky in the bumpy fast corners. But 993 just feels very special. I would go for it. Also I don't think it would be a lot of difference in terms of performance between 993 & 964.
Boxster S is also a very good choice. It handles a much better than 993 & 964 and is cheaper to take care of.

acs power · 06-03-2005, 06:59 PM

I'll get the S2000 0X

SilviaEvo · 06-03-2005, 07:42 PM

S2K all the way

bmagni · 06-03-2005, 07:45 PM

Originally Posted by SPEEDKILLAR

Originally Posted by dani_d_mas

930 Turbo...

In black

i totally agree, high milage might be a low, but everything else is a high !

GTO · 06-03-2005, 08:01 PM

S2000, at least you won't be seeing your diffrential or exhaust bouncing downt the street in your rear view. And having to fork out heaps of dosh for parts.

Plus an old porsche will get you killed and you'll be able to drive the S2K faster on roads without the threat of it spinning out when your lost concentration of a second or so.

You have to be a good driver or a poser(low speed wanker) to drive it safely. I know safetly isn't a prioriety but it should be, or should I say "ease of driving". PLus the 10 year old+ shoddy interiror

StanAE86 · 06-03-2005, 08:18 PM

I'd go 911 turbo.... =)

sameerrao · 06-03-2005, 08:26 PM

To all the wise ones suggesting 993 Turbo keep in mind the street price is around $65K. A little out of his budget of 25K

Here's my take on the cars that you put fwd Transam2001
A nearly new (lets say 2004) S2000...
--> Will be reliable but is very loud and wearing if you planning to take it for road trips. Is excellent on the track but a bit gutless on the regular roads if you are not willing to shift at 8K rpms. Not my pick anyway

A concours example (show condition) 1986-1989 911 or possibly a high mile but good condition 911 Turbo...
--> Excellent choice - is one of the most reliable 911s in history. Bulletproof particularly the 3.2l versions. The negative is a very heavy clutch - not the best choice if your commute is stop-and-go. I think a good Turbo will be at 30K+ mark though

A 1990-1992 911 Carrera - would you get the C2 or the C4, coupe or cabrio?
--> Less reliable than the older ones as well the next gen 993. I think there were some engine leaking issues. Classic looks though! Best of the bunch. Of the lot the C2 would be the best bet.

A concours example (show condition) porsche 968?
--> 968s in the US do not have a reputation of being reliable. I think the 944s had some problems with the hatch rubber but I dunno if this was fixed with the 968. Besides I think you will wish you had a 911 instead

A Boxster S
--> Excellent choice - fast enough, modern enough, fun to drive. I do think 30K is more likely to be the price for a good 2000 Boxster S. I drove a regular Boxster (friend's) and loved it to death. Sweet car - nice engine noise. Torquier than an S2K

A well-worn 1994 911 (993 model)
--> 993s at this price may be dangerous buy. 993s hold their value very well - so a decent one would be in around $35K-40K. An excellent car - this would be the Porsche that I buy. Its got all the 911 character and looks cool too. NO Turbos or 4S versions at this price

Maybe you can also add a 91 -94 NSX - may be about $30K but a fab car as well.

Of course I am no Porsche expert unlike Lakatu or St. Anger. i did some research a few years back and this what I remember. Barnes and Nobles carries a Porsche Buyer Guide - pretty good info on model reliability and things to watch out for.

Hope this idle musing of yours turns into something nice