does anyone on forum own a 911? Options

[rosenfe]

i have my 914 and a 04 boxster s,and amwondering how it feels to drive an older well sorted 911,and how does it compare to our 914 and even the boxster.so much press about 911,high prices etc,that i just want to know how it feels to own and drive one.

[dcheek]

This is my 1989 911 Carrera. Last of the "Accordion Bumper" coupes. They only made 1100+ coupes that year. That was a transitional year where the 964 C4 911 was introduced and the Carreras where phased out. I always wanted a 911 and this one happened to come up for sale in our local PCA Region. I bought it 12 years ago with 1794 miles and I'm the 3rd owner! Yes I paid top dollar, but it was essentially a new car. I was lured by the low mileage and the color combination (Grand Prix White with Burgundy interior) not for the fact it was the last run of the Carreras. It's a wonderful car to drive with tons of torque and rock solid, with one of the best shifters I've ever experienced, namely the G50. I love this car. It's a completely different driving experience in that you sit higher and is much more powerful than my 914. I can't pick one over the other though. I like them both for their own virtues. But, there is something to be said for having 6 air cooled cylinders. I guess that's why the 914-6's are so cherished. That, and the limited production numbers are driving the 6 prices through the roof! All I know is that 60-80K can get you some serious 911. I'm just saying.....

[tumamilhem]

This is my 1989 911 Carrera. Last of the "Accordion Bumper" coupes. They only made 1100+ coupes that year. That was a transitional year where the 964 C4 911 was introduced and the Carreras where phased out. I always wanted a 911 and this one happened to come up for sale in our local PCA Region. I bought it 12 years ago with 1794 miles and I'm the 3rd owner! Yes I paid top dollar, but it was essentially a new car. I was lured by the low mileage and the color combination (Grand Prix White with Burgundy interior) not for the fact it was the last run of the Carreras. It's a wonderful car to drive with tons of torque and rock solid, with one of the best shifters I've ever experienced, namely the G50. I love this car. It's a completely different driving experience in that you sit higher and is much more powerful than my 914. I can't pick one over the other though. I like them both for their own virtues. But, there is something to be said for having 6 air cooled cylinders. I guess that's why the 914-6's are so cherished. That, and the limited production numbers are driving the 6 prices through the roof! All I know is that 60-80K can get you some serious 911. I'm just saying.....

That's exactly what I'm looking for. I'm pretty much set on an 88-89 Carrera, pref coupe but will consider a targa (no convertible). Still weighing the pros and cons between an SC and a G50 Carrera. For those of you who own either, advice is appreciated.

I love the 914. I've had 3 and will always have 1. I was considering getting (in addition to my LE) a /6 conversion or an SC or late 80's Carrera. I've pretty much decided to go the 911 route but still deciding which one to get.

[Dave_Darling]

Still weighing the pros and cons between an SC and a G50 Carrera. For those of you who own either, advice is appreciated.

The 3.2 motor is more powerful, but not really any faster. They made the gears taller when they put the larger motor in--it gets better fuel economy, but the acceleration is about the same as the SC.

The 3.2's Motronic injection is a more modern system than the CIS on the 3.0 motor. It's easier to find people who know it and can work on it. Not that much of a factor if you're doing the work yourself, but it could become more important down the road.

I don't really remember driving a G50, though I know I have. I guess that means it is as good as advertised? The 915 box can be a cranky beast, kind of like our 901 can.

--DD

[tumamilhem]

Still weighing the pros and cons between an SC and a G50 Carrera. For those of you who own either, advice is appreciated.

The 3.2 motor is more powerful, but not really any faster. They made the gears taller when they put the larger motor in--it gets better fuel economy, but the acceleration is about the same as the SC.

The 3.2's Motronic injection is a more modern system than the CIS on the 3.0 motor. It's easier to find people who know it and can work on it. Not that much of a factor if you're doing the work yourself, but it could become more important down the road.

I don't really remember driving a G50, though I know I have. I guess that means it is as good as advertised? The 915 box can be a cranky beast, kind of like our 901 can.

--DD

Someone here recommended a while ago I read "The Used 911 Story" (which I bought and read). I guess the big determining factors between them are few but noteworthy.

The SC's 915 tranny seems to be more of a "driver's" tranny, but fussy like the 901, whereas the later Carrera's G50 is heavier (though makes up in larger 3.2) but much smoother and more reliable. Also the SCs are considered "bulletproof" except for something in the engine that is notorious for breaking (I forget offhand, I'd have to refer to the book). The Carrera has a much better AC and vents in it than the SC. And I live in NE FL so that is important.