OT. thinking about getting a 911, What can you tell me, I don't know squat about a 911 Options

[john grier]

As the title says, I am thinking of going to the dark side.
This would be my first 911
Car is local and seems a good price.
911 is a 1980 sc
Please what can you tell me about it and what to look for?
John

[rfuerst911sc]

I have a 1983 911SC and it's a great car. The 80-83 are " small port " engines which means they make good torque. Mine is a stock engine internals with 46mm PMO carbs,SSI heat exchangers with a M&K 2 in 2 out muffler. I have full suspension makeover and she autocrosses very well. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) The stock injection system is CIS. If setup well it is a reliable system if somewhat ugly to look at. Car is galvanized metal so major rust should not be a problem. Check the front and rear floors as the front windshield and rear window are somewhat prone to leaks. Check the oil cooler lines on the passenger side of the car, they run from the engine to the cooler in the front passenger side wheelwell. Stupid owners and mechanics tend to put jacks/lifts on the lines by mistake and partially crush them. They are very solid cars and in my opinion the last of the " raw " 911s.
P.S. have a independent PPI done including compression and leakdown. You want to make sure no broken head studs. Good luck.