912 vs. 944 Turbo vs. 930? Your input sought?, Contemplating another option-away from -6; your thoughts? Options

[R8CERX]

So…I am contemplating the next purchase… not in a rush.. the right deal at the right time…. heck…I may even go for a 1974 GTV Alfa Romeo--a whole different story!

I love the following three models:

All 912 coupe models (Ideally, Red, Silver, light blue, or the weird mustard color)
The 1989 930 (turbo) (Ideally Silver, Red, black)
The 1989 944 Turbo (S) (Ideally Red, Silver, Yellow)

Of course, they are all in different price ranges… so my interest is to get one of the above for fun, daily/weekend driver/ semi restored (I dont want to work on the cars too much aside from regular maintenance or basic work) and I do believe the wife will want to drive it more than the -6.

As I know how critical this group is, I would love to hear the pros/cons on the above models.

I pretty much have my mind made up, but want to check with the peanut gallery to see if I am in the right path… (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

If you are aware of a car for sale within the above types, I welcome also the lead--PM me or email me.

[gothspeed]

Go 930 ....... I had one, they are very easily 'upgradeable' in the HP department ........ but if you can stand something more refined ..... do not rule out the 964 turbo.

[R8CERX]

Thank you much for the good feedback and all the models. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

Seabird's yellow Alfa Romeo GTV is pretty much what I am considering--there are a few in the market right now well restored. Nice car Mr Bird!!

Regarding the other feedback on the 912--agree; they are nice cruisers and potential rust issues with a nice potential future value-- I do believe wife is partial to them

The 944--I have to admit, while not wanting to do so--everyone has always mentioned the cost associated with the car maintenance is not cheap; but sure is a performer with comfort!

Finally, 930--more expensive, but you get the ultimate ride--like one of the members kids said--like being on a roller coaster; harder to get of course and be ready to maintain.

Thus, I did not wanted to let you know my preference prior asking the question, but my final path very likely be:

1-Look for all three
2-If a great deal is found on any of them, take it
3-If I had the option of any of the three and not considering cost, but rather what I want, I will go with 930, 912 and and then 944 (just my preference and gut feeling).


Your feedback has made me more certain on the above plan--so MUCH APPRECIATED!!

Please, keep me in mind if you are or know someone selling any of the above

The ALFA--well, I have been a porsche lover, might as well stay with the family for now… but for the right price, I may sell my soul…don't we all!?? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)