Create your own 968CS!

[davy9449]

I know a little about 968s and used to own a 944, so know their ancestory etc. I still really fancy a 968 when I can afford one, but my question is, can you create your own from a normal coupe? And what's involved? The benefit obv being - faster, and handling better.

As I understand it, there are few decent CS examples around now, and if you find one, they are a few grand more than a coupe... but you get less bits on it !

Aside from the additional bucket seats and removal of the rear seats and stiffer suspension, how much work would it take to make a coupe into a CS?? The engine is still the same right?

[davy9449]

Because I think the one you refer to is LHD!! Overtaking can be a b*stard!

My other point is, how many CS's have not done any track days? That's not to say there isn't any about like, just very hard to find.....

[davy9449]

sleep envy said:

davy9449 said:

Because I think the one you refer to is LHD!! Overtaking can be a b*stard!

nah, you just position the car differently to get around the car in front. I am on my 3rd LHD car and have never had a problem

davy9449 said:

My other point is, how many CS's have not done any track days? That's not to say there isn't any about like, just very hard to find.....

errr, isn't that what God intended them for??? as long as it's been looked after then it shouldn't be a problem

Hmm, a little pedantic here aren't you? Look, I am merely suggesting a way of creating a CS from a nurtured car, rather than buy a car from a budding Nigel Mansell that's developed a few rattles here and there and has had about 2 front bumpers and a minor rear end (tongue in cheek). And, I didn't know God worked for Porsche!

It could even be a bit of fun for a project, which was the reason for suggesting it!

[davy9449]

sleep envy said:

davy9449 said:

Hmm, a little pedantic here aren't you? Look, I am merely suggesting a way of creating a CS from a nurtured car, rather than buy a car from a budding Nigel Mansell that's developed a few rattles here and there and has had about 2 front bumpers and a minor rear end (tongue in cheek). And, I didn't know God worked for Porsche!

It could even be a bit of fun for a project, which was the reason for suggesting it!

There are some very good cars out there that have lived half their lives on the track, have original paint and don't rattle. Of those there are a number which can only be described as mint.

Agreed, it would be a fun project but taking into account the value of the car and the amount of money needed to bring it up to CS spec, I personally don't think it's worth it as you could get an original CS for less.

I don't think I'm being pedantic, but each to their own.

PS - you've never heard of Mr Rohl?

Sorry, I may have mis-read your post a bit, but you lost me with the Mr Rohl thing

[davy9449]

Some good posts on here, and useful info. The 8.5K maintenance in 18 mths is a bit of a shocker like Shoestring ! Depends how many miles are done in that time I suppose and what's been done beforehand. Love the maritime blue colour BTW Shoestring, suits the car to a tee.
The thing to do I suppose form what's been said is decide what model to get, and see what's about and keep it pretty much as is. I never thought of getting actual CS bucket seats, just a Recaro alternative. Some of the coupe interior seats look a bit naff in my opinion. I still have a soft spot for the 944, but can't help but think things moved on a fair bit with the 968 so should really opt for that one. Would be getting one to keep for a while hopefully which is why I want to make the right choice.

Cheers all, interesting thoughts

[davy9449]

steil said:

I'd agree entirely - an S2 makes a fine track car for half the initial outlay, is a touch lighter and has similar engine power - back to back on track there's little if anything between an S2 & a 968.

However that's fine if you're happy with it's appearance - whereas a 968 looks a whole lot better & much more modern. Are the looks worth the extra £3-5k more...?

I'll be honest, didn't know the S2 was a lighter car. Never thought to check on that. You've got me thinking about a 944 again now, and I quite like the looks, although arguably the 968 is more pleasing to the eye. This would be a 3rd car, whatever I decide to get, and will do the occasional trackday, but probs mainly drives out etc. I only ever had the 'S' and never got the best out of that, so an S2 would be a marked improvement. Begs the question, why did I sell my 944 plate????