MickS Posted 4June, 2010 Report Share Posted 4June, 2010 G'day All Well it's time to have a change in my life, so my Austin Healey is now on the market, and I want to move into a Porsche. I've always said I would own a Porsche before I drop off the planet, and time waits for no one.The thing is, in reality I'm going to have about $50K to spend on a car, and looking around on the it seems most good cars are above this price. So I'm after some advice. With this sort of budget what type/year of car should I be looking at? I don't mind older cars, my Healey is 52 years old, and the car is only for the weekend hoot through the hills, not a day to day car. Thanks in advance for any help Cheers Mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCM911T Posted 4June, 2010 Report Share Posted 4June, 2010 Mick, you might want to look at www.healeyfactory.com.au in Melbourne. Trade the Healey at a good price and pick up one of their Porsches in one go. They have a good reputation and can pick up a nice Porsche for you, if you have a little patience. Worth talking to them. Also check out the Queensland Porsche Club site, they always have some good cars. Go for the latest model( I shouldn't be saying this mine is 1970 911T) and have it checked out by a Porsche workshop before parting with your money. Look for a regular service record at a Porsche specialist. A good body is essential. For example, I bought mine because it's body was rust free, and in perfect nick. Rebuilt the engine top end and carbs for $10,000 and have a trouble free combination. Servicing no more expensive than any other car. Drive a few different ones before making your choice and see which model you like. I'm biased to the 911, but there is nothing wrong with 944s,928 if they are well maintained. Probably best choice for about 50k is a good 3.2 911 with G50 gearbox ( basically indestructable) or a 964. Good Luck Paul M. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MickS Posted 4June, 2010 Author Report Share Posted 4June, 2010 G'day Paul. Good idea. I have flicked of an email to the Healey factory to see what their thoughts are. As I'm in Queensland the distance may be prohibitive. I see the Healey factory have a 1989 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA CABRIOLET on their website.Any thoughts on Cabriolet v Hardtop? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-banger Posted 4June, 2010 Report Share Posted 4June, 2010 Hi Mick, Whooaaa...that's a big question you're posing there. I think you can still own a Porsche before you drop off the planet on the budget you are looking at. I have been told not to be necessarily scared off by high mileage if the car is straight and has been serviced regularly by a Porsche specialist. Good luck with the hunt. Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCM911T Posted 4June, 2010 Report Share Posted 4June, 2010 Hi Mick, my preference is the coupe for a pure 911 silhouette, but I've just returned from Canada where cabriolets seem to rule. The canadians are desperate for sunshine and make the most of it at every opportunity. If you like the open air a la Healey why not a cabrio, especially if you are tall and like the sun. Targas in the right colour also look OK. Also there is a cheap 2.2T Targa at Brooklands.com at $29,990 been there for at least three years and was originally$34000, would need checking though, but leaves a fair amount of $$ to fix up if the body is sound. They have two Carrera 2.7s but LHD and different spec engines. As a weekend only car you might also consider historic registration on anything older than 25 years and save yourself registration and insurance fees. Let us know how things go. In the end if you need a Porsche delivered to you in QLD, I'm happy to drive it there for you!! Regards Paul M. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MickS Posted 6June, 2010 Author Report Share Posted 6June, 2010 Is there a bit of rivalry between Porsche owners with and without roofs? Thanks for the offer of a delivery run.I reckon if I asked around "who wants to do a road trip in a Porsche?' I would have a few takers. Cheers Mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-banger Posted 7June, 2010 Report Share Posted 7June, 2010 Hi Mick, I wouldn't say "rivalry", it's more different strokes for different folks. Some prefer the coupe for stiffer body and a traditional silhouette, others prefer the convertable for the wind in your hair feeling and others still like the targa for a combination of the previous two (I know body not as stiff as coupe). Prices on the market reflect demand. Doug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro Wizard Posted 11June, 2010 Report Share Posted 11June, 2010 Hi Mick Coupe / Cabrio Tough question really and all down to personal preference. Me personally would keep away from Tagra's The roof will defo flex and you will get water ingress even in showers . Coupe's will always command a slight premium due to the more practicle side of things and the demand. However Cabrio gives you the best of both worlds. 964 cabrio with your budjet would be my choice and an awesome car for the money ! 50K will get you a decent 911 so really down to what floats your boat at the time. I would also keep clear from updated body changes. Original is best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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