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[Porscheliebhaber]

Just a note to say hello and introduce myself. My name is Rhonda and I have adored these cars for many years now and am finally in the position to acquire one. I have been really impressed with this forum, really positive and helpful. Looking forward to contributing. You may see a lot of questions from me but just trying to wrap my head around what to look for and how to purchase the best car I can.

I live in Asheville, NC so a nice handling car is my focus. I am focusing on a 1.7 L or 1.8L. I don’t have a very large budget (6-8K), so the 2.0L’s are out. I am focusing on a driver. While I know my way around a car but just don’t have all the tools, or knowledge for a complete resto. I am hoping to find a car that is an older restoration or a well cared for original. Priorities are a relatively rust free body, factory color is a must, factory body a must, not opposed to GT kit but that would most likely drive a car out of my range.

I drive the heck out of my cars, so I would love to hear what your thoughts are about a 1.7 L or 1.8L, in the mountains. My car will likely have 50-80,000 miles so I am a little bit concerned about the power for some of my higher elevation drives. I live at 2,500 ft. and am often up to 6,500. The car will have a ppi and compression test, etc. Not sure how much power these cars loose over time but I am sure many of you have experience with these cars in the mountains.

I would be thrilled to hear your thoughts about my choices and perhaps alternatives to look into. Thanks in advance for your time.