930 Turbo…..The search begins !!
Discussion
I haven't posted in quite some time but would appreciate thoughts and guidance on the following.
Having owned a 993 C4S for a few years in the past which is now owned by a regular poster on the Porsche Forum, I am now on the look out for another Porsche in the form of a 930 Turbo.
I know its a minefield out there and one where people can very easily be severely burned if the wrong choice is made.
I have been perusing the Porsche Classic Forum with interest and think I have trawled the websites where most if not all the 930 Turbos are for sale in the UK.
I live in Scotland and have no problem travelling the length of the UK for the right car.
I would intend having a specialist carry out a report prior to purchase as I have done in the past.
I am leaning towards a Cabriolet if possible as my intention will be to use around 1500-2000 miles per year and mostly for weekend or sunny evening runs.
On saying that I know I should not limit myself to a Cab and should pick the best I can get taking into account condition, mileage, price, colour, whether it be Coupe, Cab or Targa,
My dream car would be a G50 Cabriolet in red with full history and moderate miles, but I know I could wait a long time to achieve this so a compromise will likely be required.
I would appreciate opinions on the 4 speed v 5 speed G50 gearbox, common problem areas to look out for ? Is a coupe more desirable than the Cab/Targa or is it purely personal preference.
I intend this to be a long term keeper and although I don't expect it to perhaps shoot up in price it would be nice to know that is not going to plummet.
When I sold the 993 C4S, I bought Ferrari F355 Berlinetta which I still own and intend keeping for years to come, I do an average of 2000 miles a year with it and the apparent appreciation in value has more than covered running and service costs to date.
If the 930 were to do similar or even hold its value the would be a great result although the prime reason for buying would be the enjoyment of ownership and not investment.
Apologies if this subject has been covered already but constructive feedback is very welcome
Many thanks in advance
Charlie
Having owned a 993 C4S for a few years in the past which is now owned by a regular poster on the Porsche Forum, I am now on the look out for another Porsche in the form of a 930 Turbo.
I know its a minefield out there and one where people can very easily be severely burned if the wrong choice is made.
I have been perusing the Porsche Classic Forum with interest and think I have trawled the websites where most if not all the 930 Turbos are for sale in the UK.
I live in Scotland and have no problem travelling the length of the UK for the right car.
I would intend having a specialist carry out a report prior to purchase as I have done in the past.
I am leaning towards a Cabriolet if possible as my intention will be to use around 1500-2000 miles per year and mostly for weekend or sunny evening runs.
On saying that I know I should not limit myself to a Cab and should pick the best I can get taking into account condition, mileage, price, colour, whether it be Coupe, Cab or Targa,
My dream car would be a G50 Cabriolet in red with full history and moderate miles, but I know I could wait a long time to achieve this so a compromise will likely be required.
I would appreciate opinions on the 4 speed v 5 speed G50 gearbox, common problem areas to look out for ? Is a coupe more desirable than the Cab/Targa or is it purely personal preference.
I intend this to be a long term keeper and although I don't expect it to perhaps shoot up in price it would be nice to know that is not going to plummet.
When I sold the 993 C4S, I bought Ferrari F355 Berlinetta which I still own and intend keeping for years to come, I do an average of 2000 miles a year with it and the apparent appreciation in value has more than covered running and service costs to date.
If the 930 were to do similar or even hold its value the would be a great result although the prime reason for buying would be the enjoyment of ownership and not investment.
Apologies if this subject has been covered already but constructive feedback is very welcome
Many thanks in advance
Charlie
The JZM Turbo is a bit more than I would like to pay but agree its a stunning car.
What about the white 930 Turbo Cab at Hexagon ??
Regarding waiting for a correction in the values, I know this is another hot topic and I'm not convinced they will drop back too much, I guess the intention of being a long term keeper will smooth out the ups and downs.
If I wait over the winter only to find the value is still holding up well then it will be wasted time but I appreciate what your saying thank you.
Appreciate the replies gents
Charlie
What about the white 930 Turbo Cab at Hexagon ??
Regarding waiting for a correction in the values, I know this is another hot topic and I'm not convinced they will drop back too much, I guess the intention of being a long term keeper will smooth out the ups and downs.
If I wait over the winter only to find the value is still holding up well then it will be wasted time but I appreciate what your saying thank you.
Appreciate the replies gents
Charlie
estacion said:
The jzm car is a stunner, the price is high, but someone will find it too difficult to resist sooner or later! All 930's are great cars, have you thought about an early car? There is a nice 79 going to auction soon at the classic car show in Birmingham. Whatever you go for, you will love it!
Thanks Estacion, I would like to get as late a model as possible and if not a G50 1989 model then an 1987/88 4 speed would be my next choice.Im not sure about an auction as I would like to view a car first, the have an independant specialist carry out a report which takes time and wouldn't feel comfortable going the auction route but thats just me.
Regards
Charlie
Eleven said:
Charlie
First off the car is a 930 or 911 Turbo, not a 930 turbo. That sounds picky maybe but 930 turbo means "911 turbo turbo" and one turbo is enough for these, trust me!
Secondly, have you ever driven one? They look better than they drive. I had one for several years and at the same time had a 911SC which had suffered a "turbo look" conversion. The SC drove far better. Others on this site have had them and have said much the same.
Thirdly I am not sure they are worth what they are changing hands for now. In fact I know they aren't. Will the market correct? Who knows.
Fourthly finding a genuinely good one will require top end spending or kissing a lot of frogs. There is more bulls
t spoken by 930 sellers than any other car in my experience.
Fifthly, good luck!
First off the car is a 930 or 911 Turbo, not a 930 turbo. That sounds picky maybe but 930 turbo means "911 turbo turbo" and one turbo is enough for these, trust me!
Secondly, have you ever driven one? They look better than they drive. I had one for several years and at the same time had a 911SC which had suffered a "turbo look" conversion. The SC drove far better. Others on this site have had them and have said much the same.
Thirdly I am not sure they are worth what they are changing hands for now. In fact I know they aren't. Will the market correct? Who knows.
Fourthly finding a genuinely good one will require top end spending or kissing a lot of frogs. There is more bulls
t spoken by 930 sellers than any other car in my experience.Fifthly, good luck!
Gents
Thank you all very much for taking the time to pass on advise and sharing your experience.
I have also been looking at F1 430 Spiders and am in the process of making an offer on one at the moment.
I deliberated between a classic 911 cabriolet and a 430 spider for quite some time and have decided to take the 430 route.
A big difference I know but the right car has come along and I don't want to pass on the opportunity.
Thanks again for sharing your valuable experiences
Charlie
Thank you all very much for taking the time to pass on advise and sharing your experience.
I have also been looking at F1 430 Spiders and am in the process of making an offer on one at the moment.
I deliberated between a classic 911 cabriolet and a 430 spider for quite some time and have decided to take the 430 route.
A big difference I know but the right car has come along and I don't want to pass on the opportunity.
Thanks again for sharing your valuable experiences
Charlie
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