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Hi All,
I'm new to the forum and have been surfing the site for some time now and have found it really useful. I know this type of thread has been posted a load but here's my conundrum.
I have a 1973 targa fully restored and in concours condition and have really enjoyed the experience but after shelling out 8k for an engine re-build, clutch and a load of other stuff I feel like my "2nd girlfriend" has cheated on me. I work a load and really don't have the time or energy anymore to deal with the constant niggles and repairs involved in owning a classic porsche.
So the question is this: I should have about £35k to spend although I'd like to bank some cash so would ideally spend quite a bit less if possible (but I don't mind spending it if it gets me the right car) - Which car do you recommend with the following criteria?
- It needs to be reliable, quick and good looking (hence why I was thinking 993 2s as IMHO it is the nicest looking porsche made so far).
- Do you go for the 993 for its external looks (the interior just isn't as nice as a real classic and not modern enough to be new IMHO)
- Or the 996 on the assumption that it will be more reliable (this is just an assumption...)?
- Having only 165bhp at my disposal at the moment I would like the car to be quick but I'm not keen on getting under the boot if I can avoid it (i've had more oil leaks from my current motor than kuwait in 1992!).
- It will only be driven on weekends
- I want to be able to have hassle free driving every time I need (so no more keeping the car garaged over winter due to corrosion etc.)
I'd be grateful for all your thoughts. Apologies again if this thread it too repetitive.
I'm new to the forum and have been surfing the site for some time now and have found it really useful. I know this type of thread has been posted a load but here's my conundrum.
I have a 1973 targa fully restored and in concours condition and have really enjoyed the experience but after shelling out 8k for an engine re-build, clutch and a load of other stuff I feel like my "2nd girlfriend" has cheated on me. I work a load and really don't have the time or energy anymore to deal with the constant niggles and repairs involved in owning a classic porsche.
So the question is this: I should have about £35k to spend although I'd like to bank some cash so would ideally spend quite a bit less if possible (but I don't mind spending it if it gets me the right car) - Which car do you recommend with the following criteria?
- It needs to be reliable, quick and good looking (hence why I was thinking 993 2s as IMHO it is the nicest looking porsche made so far).
- Do you go for the 993 for its external looks (the interior just isn't as nice as a real classic and not modern enough to be new IMHO)
- Or the 996 on the assumption that it will be more reliable (this is just an assumption...)?
- Having only 165bhp at my disposal at the moment I would like the car to be quick but I'm not keen on getting under the boot if I can avoid it (i've had more oil leaks from my current motor than kuwait in 1992!).
- It will only be driven on weekends
- I want to be able to have hassle free driving every time I need (so no more keeping the car garaged over winter due to corrosion etc.)
I'd be grateful for all your thoughts. Apologies again if this thread it too repetitive.