£100K Garage: Mat Finch
A serial Porsche fan explains why only Stuttgart's finest found their way into his garage!
Previously owned: Porsche 996 Targa, 3x Porsche Boxster, Porsche 944 S2 Cabriolet, Porsche 968 Sport, Range Rover, BMW 535, Golf GTI Mk1
Currently owned: Porsche 997 CSR (the feature car built by RPM Technik), Porsche 911 3.2 Cabriolet, Porsche Panamera Diesel.
On the shortlist: "Porsche 996 C4S, Land Rover Defender and a Porsche tractor (don't ask!)"
Cost: £19,995
Balance: £80,005
Why I chose it: "Intended to replace the 911, the 928 was built as a high performance GT-car with a massive 4.8 V8 and had technology well ahead of its time (which can mean trouble today). This one has recently been restored in a very 70s retro pastel blue with striking pasha trim. Perfect for road trips through France (with European breakdown cover)."
80s: Porsche 911 3.2 Targa
Cost: £29,995
Balance:£50,010
Why I chose it: "I love the impact bumper era of 911. They basically took the original shape and interior of the early 911, and added a more powerful engine and modern gearbox. I never tire of the unique sound of that air cooled six-cylinder. Perfect for a Sunday morning drive with the targa roof open."
Cost: £5,750
Balance: £44,260
Why I chose it: "Many people turn their nose up at the Boxster, but having owned three, I love them. Mid-engined with perfect balance and great handling. They share many of the components with the 996, and here for under £6k. This S looks tidy and well maintained. Perfect track day to chuck around Bedford autodrome without worrying about stone chips or depreciation!"
00s: Porsche 996 Turbo
Cost: £42,750
Balance: £1,510
Why I chose it: "It's fast becoming a modern classic and moved the 911 into supercar performance. The Turbo had the 'Mezger' engine, which differs from other 996s, as it derives from the GT1 Le Mans car and is also used in the GT2 and GT3. This one looks great in black and black leather, excellent condition and lots of history. Perfect for German autobahns and welsh B-roads."
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