944S2 or Classic 911?

[Buster4.2]

Looking to purchase a Porsche to use everyday.

I was originally considering a 944 S2, but was also wondering whether an SC or 3.2 Carrera might be an option.

I have a budget of around £10k (including a part/ex).

The car will be used for my work commute (30 miles roundtrip), with occasional longer runs. Might also do the odd track day, but this is only a possibility.

A 911 would be nice, but am I asking for trouble??

Any advice gratefully received.

[Buster4.2]

Thanks for the replies.

I'm thinking of increasing the budget (£13k?) if I do go the 911 route. I've driven a 944 (although not S2) and a 993 so next thing is to try a Carrera.

How taxing are the 3.2 Carrera's to drive? I'm used to a Cerbera but found that wearing to drive if you were tired or not in the mood.

I've been running an early Cerbera and a Golf and want to just have the one car - savings on insurance/tax etc recycled into running costs. Will circa £1500 cover servicing and the odd replacement on a 911, or is this a bit low?

My head says 944 but my heart yells 911!

(While I'm asking questions - how do the 944 S2 & Turbo compare? All the best specs on ones for sale seem to be Turbo's.)

>> Edited by Buster4.2 on Tuesday 14th September 08:21

[Buster4.2]

Thanks for all the advice chaps.

Looks like I've done a deal for a very nice 944 S2.

Pick up Friday afternoon - cant wait!

[Buster4.2]

944doc said:

well done, you really won't regret it. and if you do, and you decide to sell on in a year or two, it will still be worth virtually what you paid for it. its a no-brainer really

Thanks

It all fell into place yesterday (exactly as my mate said it would).

Once again, thanks to everyone who offered their advice.

[Buster4.2]

rubystone said:

I know someone who's just advertised their 944 S2 on PH - did you buy that car? (in Surrey)

No, not that one but a very similar spec.

[Buster4.2]

Thanks diver944, will post spec when I actually pick it up - I don't want to tempt fate that it will fall through.

Melv said:

"wearing to drive if you were tired or not in the mood." Like sex then? Mel