New purchase. 1994, 968 Sport. Iris Blue.
Discussion
Evening all.
It's been 8 years since I was last active on this forum (Followingthe sale of my 993), but now I'm back.
Picked up a new garage buddy for my Alfa Romeo GTV Cup and supercharged Eunos Roadster this week. A beautiful 968 Sport in pretty much mint condition.
It's such a beauty, 118k miles but drives like new due to it's impecable maintenance history and has an apt reg plate (The original) to boot!
I couldn't be happier.
It's been 8 years since I was last active on this forum (Followingthe sale of my 993), but now I'm back.
Picked up a new garage buddy for my Alfa Romeo GTV Cup and supercharged Eunos Roadster this week. A beautiful 968 Sport in pretty much mint condition.
It's such a beauty, 118k miles but drives like new due to it's impecable maintenance history and has an apt reg plate (The original) to boot!
I couldn't be happier.
Does anyone know how Iris blue compares to Lapis blue? They look quite similar in photos but that adds a whole heap of additional factors. Iris perhaps looks like it has a little purple in where Lapis is pure blue. Hard to tell when they don't seem to feature on the same generation of cars.
m444ttb said:
Does anyone know how Iris blue compares to Lapis blue? They look quite similar in photos but that adds a whole heap of additional factors. Iris perhaps looks like it has a little purple in where Lapis is pure blue. Hard to tell when they don't seem to feature on the same generation of cars.
Lapis has a hint of green to my eyes.I prefer Iris.
RC1 said:
iris blue really flatters the 968 shape great choice. whats the 993? rs look c2/4?
The 993 was a 1997 3.6 Carrera 4 with factory fit RS kit from new, turbo wheels and TechArt sports exhaust (Awesome noise).Lovely looking 968 you had there!
Edited by OnePaintedMan on Saturday 5th January 21:56
Edited by OnePaintedMan on Saturday 5th January 21:56
@FrankCayman @Cheib
Its very interesting owning the Alfa GTV Cup alongside the 968.
I've been a serial Porsche owner (amongst other marques) ever since I bought my first 944 S2, 22 years ago in my mid-twenties.
That car formed the benchmark against which I judged every subsequent vehicle and nothing (inc. the 993) gave me the same driving thrill until I bought the GTV Cup in 2017.
As well as rarity (there are only 155 RHD GTV Cups, mine being no 60) and handsome design the engine is epic. The Busso V6 spins up so quick and sounds amazing with pops and crackles on the overrun through the Ragazzon exhaust.
The car feels very light, not just compared to the 968 but most modern cars as well. Bodywork in front of the windscreen is all composite which offsets the weight of the engine.
I was always slightly sceptical of it being front wheel drive but I needn't have worried. The steering has a very fast rack and combined with an amazing chassis it's a total apex hunter. I don't have a Q2/Quaiffe diff fitted to mine which is one of the most common upgrades that owners make. I like the squirreling of the wheel in my hands as I apply power coming out of corners as it suits the frenetic, very alive feeling of the car.
As with the 968 the chassis is galvanised so there is no rust anywhere!
For the money (I paid £6k for my Cup, but a standard V6 with the same performance can be found for £2k), I don't think you could buy a more entertaining and sorted car. It's really very good indeed and easily usable as a daily (Thats how I use mine and its got 102k on the clock).
The 968 was the car I always wanted following my 944 S2 though and I am deeply satisfied with my purchase. It returns better mpg than the Alfa and roughly the same straight line performance but in sophisticated, more mature way.
Cornering ability just blows me away and if I wanted to make faster cross country progress it's the 968 keys I would grab every time. Its also the more pleasurable long distance choice due to the smooth engine, sublimely comfortable seats which fit me like a glove, and luggage capacity (although with additonal passengers, even kids, the Alfa has better rear seat space).
The controls (steering, gearshift, clutch) in the 968 are all way heavier than the Alfa and require more precision and driver onput but that just reinforces the feeling that the whole car is carved from granite and will last 1000 years.
In summary they are both fantastic. Its like having two girlfriends (Don't tell my wife).
One is young, latin, wild. Dances barefoot on tables, drinks tequila, sings at the top of her voice and has fire in her eyes. At some point she'll probably throw the mother of all tantrums!
The other is sophisticated, cultured, calm, intelligent, self assured, immaculately presented and costs more to look after. She appreciates care and attention and a deft and considerate touch and on occasion will leave you breathless!
Its very interesting owning the Alfa GTV Cup alongside the 968.
I've been a serial Porsche owner (amongst other marques) ever since I bought my first 944 S2, 22 years ago in my mid-twenties.
That car formed the benchmark against which I judged every subsequent vehicle and nothing (inc. the 993) gave me the same driving thrill until I bought the GTV Cup in 2017.
As well as rarity (there are only 155 RHD GTV Cups, mine being no 60) and handsome design the engine is epic. The Busso V6 spins up so quick and sounds amazing with pops and crackles on the overrun through the Ragazzon exhaust.
The car feels very light, not just compared to the 968 but most modern cars as well. Bodywork in front of the windscreen is all composite which offsets the weight of the engine.
I was always slightly sceptical of it being front wheel drive but I needn't have worried. The steering has a very fast rack and combined with an amazing chassis it's a total apex hunter. I don't have a Q2/Quaiffe diff fitted to mine which is one of the most common upgrades that owners make. I like the squirreling of the wheel in my hands as I apply power coming out of corners as it suits the frenetic, very alive feeling of the car.
As with the 968 the chassis is galvanised so there is no rust anywhere!
For the money (I paid £6k for my Cup, but a standard V6 with the same performance can be found for £2k), I don't think you could buy a more entertaining and sorted car. It's really very good indeed and easily usable as a daily (Thats how I use mine and its got 102k on the clock).
The 968 was the car I always wanted following my 944 S2 though and I am deeply satisfied with my purchase. It returns better mpg than the Alfa and roughly the same straight line performance but in sophisticated, more mature way.
Cornering ability just blows me away and if I wanted to make faster cross country progress it's the 968 keys I would grab every time. Its also the more pleasurable long distance choice due to the smooth engine, sublimely comfortable seats which fit me like a glove, and luggage capacity (although with additonal passengers, even kids, the Alfa has better rear seat space).
The controls (steering, gearshift, clutch) in the 968 are all way heavier than the Alfa and require more precision and driver onput but that just reinforces the feeling that the whole car is carved from granite and will last 1000 years.
In summary they are both fantastic. Its like having two girlfriends (Don't tell my wife).
One is young, latin, wild. Dances barefoot on tables, drinks tequila, sings at the top of her voice and has fire in her eyes. At some point she'll probably throw the mother of all tantrums!
The other is sophisticated, cultured, calm, intelligent, self assured, immaculately presented and costs more to look after. She appreciates care and attention and a deft and considerate touch and on occasion will leave you breathless!
Edited by OnePaintedMan on Saturday 5th January 21:54
OnePaintedMan said:
@FrankCayman @Cheib
Its very interesting owning the Alfa GTV Cup alongside the 968.
I've been a serial Porsche owner (amongst other marques) ever since I bought my first 944 S2, 22 years ago in my mid-twenties.
That car formed the benchmark against which I judged every subsequent vehicle and nothing (inc. the 993) gave me the same driving thrill until I bought the GTV Cup in 2017.
As well as rarity (there are only 155 RHD GTV Cups, mine being no 60) and handsome design the engine is epic. The Busso V6 spins up so quick and sounds amazing with pops and crackles on the overrun through the Ragazzon exhaust.
The car feels very light, not just compared to the 968 but most modern cars as well. Bodywork in front of the windscreen is all composite which offsets the weight of the engine.
I was always slightly sceptical of it being front wheel drive but I needn't have worried. The steering has a very fast rack and combined with an amazing chassis it's a total apex hunter. I don't have a Q2/Quaiffe diff fitted to mine which is one of the most common upgrades that owners make. I like the squirreling of the wheel in my hands as I apply power coming out of corners as it suits the frenetic, very alive feeling of the car.
As with the 968 the chassis is galvanised so there is no rust anywhere!
For the money (I paid £6k for my Cup, but a standard V6 with the same performance can be found for £2k), I don't think you could buy a more entertaining and sorted car. It's really very good indeed and easily usable as a daily (Thats how I use mine and its got 102k on the clock).
The 968 was the car I always wanted following my 944 S2 though and I am deeply satisfied with my purchase. It returns better mpg than the Alfa and roughly the same straight line performance but in sophisticated, more mature way.
Cornering ability just blows me away and if I wanted to make faster cross country progress it's the 968 keys I would grab every time. Its also the more pleasurable long distance choice due to the smooth engine, sublimely comfortable seats which fit me like a glove, and luggage capacity (although with additonal passengers, even kids, the Alfa has better rear seat space).
The controls (steering, gearshift, clutch) in the 968 are all way heavier than the Alfa and require more precision and driver onput but that just reinforces the feeling that the whole car is carved from granite and will last 1000 years.
In summary they are both fantastic. Its like having two girlfriends (Don't tell my wife).
One is young, latin, wild. Dances barefoot on tables, drinks tequila, sings at the top of her voice and has fire in her eyes. At some point she'll probably throw the mother of all tantrums!
The other is sophisticated, cultured, calm, intelligent, self assured, immaculately presented and costs more to look after. She appreciates care and attention and a deft and considerate touch and on occasion will leave you breathless!
You should have stopped at 1000 years. Its very interesting owning the Alfa GTV Cup alongside the 968.
I've been a serial Porsche owner (amongst other marques) ever since I bought my first 944 S2, 22 years ago in my mid-twenties.
That car formed the benchmark against which I judged every subsequent vehicle and nothing (inc. the 993) gave me the same driving thrill until I bought the GTV Cup in 2017.
As well as rarity (there are only 155 RHD GTV Cups, mine being no 60) and handsome design the engine is epic. The Busso V6 spins up so quick and sounds amazing with pops and crackles on the overrun through the Ragazzon exhaust.
The car feels very light, not just compared to the 968 but most modern cars as well. Bodywork in front of the windscreen is all composite which offsets the weight of the engine.
I was always slightly sceptical of it being front wheel drive but I needn't have worried. The steering has a very fast rack and combined with an amazing chassis it's a total apex hunter. I don't have a Q2/Quaiffe diff fitted to mine which is one of the most common upgrades that owners make. I like the squirreling of the wheel in my hands as I apply power coming out of corners as it suits the frenetic, very alive feeling of the car.
As with the 968 the chassis is galvanised so there is no rust anywhere!
For the money (I paid £6k for my Cup, but a standard V6 with the same performance can be found for £2k), I don't think you could buy a more entertaining and sorted car. It's really very good indeed and easily usable as a daily (Thats how I use mine and its got 102k on the clock).
The 968 was the car I always wanted following my 944 S2 though and I am deeply satisfied with my purchase. It returns better mpg than the Alfa and roughly the same straight line performance but in sophisticated, more mature way.
Cornering ability just blows me away and if I wanted to make faster cross country progress it's the 968 keys I would grab every time. Its also the more pleasurable long distance choice due to the smooth engine, sublimely comfortable seats which fit me like a glove, and luggage capacity (although with additonal passengers, even kids, the Alfa has better rear seat space).
The controls (steering, gearshift, clutch) in the 968 are all way heavier than the Alfa and require more precision and driver onput but that just reinforces the feeling that the whole car is carved from granite and will last 1000 years.
In summary they are both fantastic. Its like having two girlfriends (Don't tell my wife).
One is young, latin, wild. Dances barefoot on tables, drinks tequila, sings at the top of her voice and has fire in her eyes. At some point she'll probably throw the mother of all tantrums!
The other is sophisticated, cultured, calm, intelligent, self assured, immaculately presented and costs more to look after. She appreciates care and attention and a deft and considerate touch and on occasion will leave you breathless!
Edited by OnePaintedMan on Saturday 5th January 21:54
OnePaintedMan said:
@FrankCayman @Cheib
Its very interesting owning the Alfa GTV Cup alongside the 968.
I've been a serial Porsche owner (amongst other marques) ever since I bought my first 944 S2, 22 years ago in my mid-twenties.
That car formed the benchmark against which I judged every subsequent vehicle and nothing (inc. the 993) gave me the same driving thrill until I bought the GTV Cup in 2017.
As well as rarity (there are only 155 RHD GTV Cups, mine being no 60) and handsome design the engine is epic. The Busso V6 spins up so quick and sounds amazing with pops and crackles on the overrun through the Ragazzon exhaust.
The car feels very light, not just compared to the 968 but most modern cars as well. Bodywork in front of the windscreen is all composite which offsets the weight of the engine.
I was always slightly sceptical of it being front wheel drive but I needn't have worried. The steering has a very fast rack and combined with an amazing chassis it's a total apex hunter. I don't have a Q2/Quaiffe diff fitted to mine which is one of the most common upgrades that owners make. I like the squirreling of the wheel in my hands as I apply power coming out of corners as it suits the frenetic, very alive feeling of the car.
As with the 968 the chassis is galvanised so there is no rust anywhere!
For the money (I paid £6k for my Cup, but a standard V6 with the same performance can be found for £2k), I don't think you could buy a more entertaining and sorted car. It's really very good indeed and easily usable as a daily (Thats how I use mine and its got 102k on the clock).
The 968 was the car I always wanted following my 944 S2 though and I am deeply satisfied with my purchase. It returns better mpg than the Alfa and roughly the same straight line performance but in sophisticated, more mature way.
Cornering ability just blows me away and if I wanted to make faster cross country progress it's the 968 keys I would grab every time. Its also the more pleasurable long distance choice due to the smooth engine, sublimely comfortable seats which fit me like a glove, and luggage capacity (although with additonal passengers, even kids, the Alfa has better rear seat space).
The controls (steering, gearshift, clutch) in the 968 are all way heavier than the Alfa and require more precision and driver onput but that just reinforces the feeling that the whole car is carved from granite and will last 1000 years.
In summary they are both fantastic. Its like having two girlfriends (Don't tell my wife).
One is young, latin, wild. Dances barefoot on tables, drinks tequila, sings at the top of her voice and has fire in her eyes. At some point she'll probably throw the mother of all tantrums!
The other is sophisticated, cultured, calm, intelligent, self assured, immaculately presented and costs more to look after. She appreciates care and attention and a deft and considerate touch and on occasion will leave you breathless!
I am jealous. Never driven a 968 or GTV (916) but love(d) my 944T road (long gone) and race car (still have it but for sale) and my old Alfa Sprint road car and 33 racer.Its very interesting owning the Alfa GTV Cup alongside the 968.
I've been a serial Porsche owner (amongst other marques) ever since I bought my first 944 S2, 22 years ago in my mid-twenties.
That car formed the benchmark against which I judged every subsequent vehicle and nothing (inc. the 993) gave me the same driving thrill until I bought the GTV Cup in 2017.
As well as rarity (there are only 155 RHD GTV Cups, mine being no 60) and handsome design the engine is epic. The Busso V6 spins up so quick and sounds amazing with pops and crackles on the overrun through the Ragazzon exhaust.
The car feels very light, not just compared to the 968 but most modern cars as well. Bodywork in front of the windscreen is all composite which offsets the weight of the engine.
I was always slightly sceptical of it being front wheel drive but I needn't have worried. The steering has a very fast rack and combined with an amazing chassis it's a total apex hunter. I don't have a Q2/Quaiffe diff fitted to mine which is one of the most common upgrades that owners make. I like the squirreling of the wheel in my hands as I apply power coming out of corners as it suits the frenetic, very alive feeling of the car.
As with the 968 the chassis is galvanised so there is no rust anywhere!
For the money (I paid £6k for my Cup, but a standard V6 with the same performance can be found for £2k), I don't think you could buy a more entertaining and sorted car. It's really very good indeed and easily usable as a daily (Thats how I use mine and its got 102k on the clock).
The 968 was the car I always wanted following my 944 S2 though and I am deeply satisfied with my purchase. It returns better mpg than the Alfa and roughly the same straight line performance but in sophisticated, more mature way.
Cornering ability just blows me away and if I wanted to make faster cross country progress it's the 968 keys I would grab every time. Its also the more pleasurable long distance choice due to the smooth engine, sublimely comfortable seats which fit me like a glove, and luggage capacity (although with additonal passengers, even kids, the Alfa has better rear seat space).
The controls (steering, gearshift, clutch) in the 968 are all way heavier than the Alfa and require more precision and driver onput but that just reinforces the feeling that the whole car is carved from granite and will last 1000 years.
In summary they are both fantastic. Its like having two girlfriends (Don't tell my wife).
One is young, latin, wild. Dances barefoot on tables, drinks tequila, sings at the top of her voice and has fire in her eyes. At some point she'll probably throw the mother of all tantrums!
The other is sophisticated, cultured, calm, intelligent, self assured, immaculately presented and costs more to look after. She appreciates care and attention and a deft and considerate touch and on occasion will leave you breathless!
Have been thinking about looking for GTV or GTV6 as a weeknd car but it woukd have to live outside for 2 weeks between useage and i worry about their longevity!
I really wouldn't worry too much. I don't think mine's any more fragile than anything else I've owned. Find a nice one that's been looked after and you will have a blast!
NB: Red ones inevitably end up getting repainted as they go lots of different shades due to the variety of body materials.. Other colours are more stable. I particularly like the deep blue they came in or black, with tan leather.
NB: Red ones inevitably end up getting repainted as they go lots of different shades due to the variety of body materials.. Other colours are more stable. I particularly like the deep blue they came in or black, with tan leather.
Edited by OnePaintedMan on Sunday 6th January 21:38
Hi Drew
Your thread was spotted by the 968 anoraks here http://www.porsche968uk.co.uk/
Its worth joining up, all the info youll need on the 968 ever, but its all behind locked doors! Some good people too, I met another CS and Bicester yesterday.
Andy
Your thread was spotted by the 968 anoraks here http://www.porsche968uk.co.uk/
Its worth joining up, all the info youll need on the 968 ever, but its all behind locked doors! Some good people too, I met another CS and Bicester yesterday.
Andy
Nice looking 968! I had a couple including a Cobalt Blue one years ago. Do keep an eye on the cams and Variocam mechanism as they can be prone to the teeth on the transfer chain sprockets wearing badly. I replaced them in my last car when I found 9 teeth missing on the inlet cam. I discovered years later that a subsequent owner had to replace them again about 30k miles later. I wrote a detailed DiY inspection procedure which is still available via a Google search.
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