Buying a used 1980 911SC

[MadManMike]

I'm thinking of buying a 911SC. Any tips of things to look out for or ask about? Can anyone suggest a good Porsche mechanic in the Bangor, Wales area who could do a thorough pre-purchase inspection for me?

All help appreciated,

MadMan


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[James Ball]

MadMan

There is another thread with some comments on buying an '86 turbo. Most of these comments apply to an SC - rust, gearbox etc. Obviously, comments about the turbo don't and the SC has a 5 speed box (although it too is pretty sloppy). Here is a direct link (to save re-typing!)

http://www.911uk.com/forum/display_topic_threads.asp?ForumID=10&TopicID=92&PagePosition=1&ThreadPage=2

Hope this helps

James


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[Toga]

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Hi MMM,

I checked in a french magazine about 911SC. They say it's a reliable car and the only problem known is a weakness of the chain tightener which has to be changed around 100.000km (+-62000Mi). Normally this car should'nt be sold above 16000€ in very good conditions. No particular trap, but as it is an old model, expect problem in relation with the age: clutch, engine etc...

Cheers

J.P.


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[911UK]

Check this site out - really really nice -
http://www.vingoe.com/

Cheers,

Phil.


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