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911 carrera 3.2 is it a depreciation proo

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James Fearns

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I was recently told by a porsche enthusiast.If you buy a 911 carrera 3.2 1987 onwards in good condition with the g50 gearbox and a well maintained engine,the car will hold it's value and probably go up in in value in the future a little if kept in the correct condition. I ask this because i am currently about to buy a 2000 boxster which will obviously depreciate .I am now thinking i should possibly consider buying a carrera because one it's a proper porsche as they say and two it will hold it's value.What do you guy's think should i just stick with the more modern boxster.This will be my first porsche so any advice will be greatly appreciated.


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Depends on the awnsers to the following questions:

1. will it be a daily driver?

2. Hom many miles per year will you add?

3. Wht have you driven in the past?

4. How much are budgeting for upkeep?

5. What sort of driving experience are you looking for?



Welcome,

Regards,

Daz


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The running costs on the 911 will be higher and it's likely to be less reliable. I also suspect that once you've sat in a Boxster and compared it to the 911, the 10 years or so of development will become very apparent.

Never buy a car on the basis that it will hold its value, 99.9% of the time you'll be disappointed. Buy a car because you'll enjoy it - that's what Porsche ownership should be all about.

PS A Boxster is a "proper Porsche" as anyone who has driven one can tell you - a very capable car (I've owned two).


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Buy both.....

That's what I'm aspiring to :wink:




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I consider my car ('83 SC) depreciation proof, but that doesn't really count for much when running costs are taken into account. For a 3.2 or SC to be worth what you paid, you have to keep it in the condition that it was bought in. Take into account things like possible engine/gearbox re-build, bodywork maintenance/repair, as well as everyday items such as brakes, tyres, servicing etc. and it soon mounts up to an expensive "depreciation proof" car.

On the flip side, you'll not lose too much on resale (if at all), performance wise a 3.2 is plenty, classic Insurance is available, the 911 with tea tray or whale tail looks 8)
compared to a boxter (in my opinion, but then i am biased), it's a very involving drive (not sure if any carreras have power steering or ABS, the SC doesn't and i love it), the air cooled engine sounds beautiful when engaging in "spirited" driving, small boys will stare at the car as you pass them on the street...

One thing i've found, my car only tends to get admiration from men, i think they see a "classic 911", whereas females see an "old porsche".

If it were my choice, i'd buy the 3.2 if it was going to be a weekend car, the Boxter if i would be driving it every day.

Whatever you get, buy sensibly and with caution and i'm sure you won't regret it.


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I own a 84 Carrera 3.2, I can tell you there's no ABS or power steering, and in my particular model not even a hydraulic clutch, just cable operated, gives my left leg a good workout. I use it a my daily drive and weekend cruiser. Love it have owned for past 12 months, nothing yet has gone wrong(touch wood).

Had considered an early model Boxster 2.5, but was steered away after a test drive. I loved the Boxsters modern looks, but disliked the quality of the interior and build quality appeared rather poor for a porsche.




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I think all the bases have been covered here, it may be depreciation proof, but will cost plenty to run and maintain at that level.

Depends on what you want out of it, I could happily drive my 87 3.2 daily, but don't. I wouldn't want to use it long distance daily though.

Sometimes it is nice to be in a modern car, especially in crap wheather. To be honest in hot wheather it does tend to get a little stiffling inside, ventilation is crap.

The heating is fine in the winter though.

Would have thought it would be very hard to use daily and maintain the condition, loads of stone chips or little dings etc, depending on mileage.

Also depending on mileage, the insruance may be loads cheaper in the 3.2.

Best of all you get that fantastic air cooled raw = big grins.

Mark.


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Previous poster said:
Quote: Originally posted by supersport on 06 April 2006

To be honest in hot wheather it does tend to get a little stiffling inside, ventilation is crap.



That's why I love my Targa! :oops:
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any 3.2 after almost 20 years is pretty much depreciation proof !

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Hey, just reminded me..... It's Taras birthday.... 17 today.

I've had her for nearly 4 years and I an confident that if I wanted to (which I don't) I could sell her for what I paid, if not more!


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I think it really depends on what you pay for the car! If you buy it from a dealer and then sell it back to a dealer you will lose money - they have to make a margin. Even if you sell it privately then you are still likely to lose a bit on what you paid the trade for it.

I agree with everything said above about maintenance - it is an old car and it needs TLC and that can be expensive - I would say budget £2,000 a year at least and count on it being off the road for at least three weeks during the year.

I have had a 3.2 and have driven pretty much everything going and I still rate it as one of the most involving and satisfying drives you can get - but:


  • It has rubbiish ventilation - steams up all the time and can get very hot
  • It is a bit of a pig in traffic - heavy clutch + heat = loss of temper/humour
  • It feels its age inside - in this regard, the 3.2 and the boxster are miles apart really
The boxster is a very nice car - but it does not come close to the 3.2 for thrills - but if you are doing lots of miles and don't want to get your hands dirty and get to know your local Porsche specialist quite well then the Boxster is for you. Or - how about an early 993?

Toby


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I've owned 1988 3.2's for 6 years total (2 of them) and driven them as daily drivers. Now onto a 964... Turbo2 :)

Without a doubt a very involving drive, so much character, that sound, feel the acceleration, and the steering- what a joy.

Downside: no power steering, only an issue when parking- but works out those muscles. And no aircon (not a problem except when suck on motorway jams in summer!). Maybe try a 964- they usually have air.

Admiring looks from most people, small kids, car appreciating men- and Guy, even the ladies do recognise a classic in good condition (the car I mean, not me!).

You need to decide whether you want the 'one-ness' of the driving experience of a classic 911, or a more modern cosseted ride (and that goes for 996 onwards as well as Boxters).

Running costs, not bad if you find a good one, and use specialists (not OPC's!!).


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Previous poster said:
Quote: Originally posted by Andy Carr on 16 February 2006

I also suspect that once you've sat in a Boxster and compared it to the 911, the 10 years or so of development will become very apparent.



10 years ........... 30 more like!!!!
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Quote: Originally posted by Don777 on 06 April 2006
Previous poster said:
Quote: Originally posted by Andy Carr on 16 February 2006 I also suspect that once you've sat in a Boxster and compared it to the 911, the 10 years or so of development will become very apparent.

10 years ........... 30 more like!!!!
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Somebody who see's 911 and thinks we are talking about the 993. As if it is ever mentioned here! :D

It has already been said, before buying a 3.2 or SC, go drive one. It's 30 years old and has different road manners to more modern cars.

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