[girl_968fan]

Hi all.. I'm thinking of buying a 968, so thought I'd join up and learn more about these cars!

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[hot968]

Welcome this is the place to learn every thing 968. This forum has everything u may need to learn about how the 968 was built to DIY repairs and more!

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[tamathumper]

Welcome!

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[girl_968fan]

Thanks hot968. Originally I really wanted a 911 but my budget (in Australia) means I'd be looking at a 1975 - SC variety. I'm not sure how I'll cope with out all the mod cons like AirCon.



With a 968, I can get a lot more car for my $ but not sure if going for second best is a good idea or not. So I am educating myself here....

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[flash]

lol - many of us who have these cars think that a 911 of any sort is second best. personally, you couldn't pay me to own or drive one of those.

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[girl_968fan]

[quote name='flash' timestamp='1361496025' post='139053']

lol - many of us who have these cars think that a 911 of any sort is second best. personally, you couldn't pay me to own or drive one of those.

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That is interesting... horses for courses as they say <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/smile.png" class="smilie" alt="" /> <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/smile.png" class="smilie" alt="" />

Guys, I've had a look around the forum.. is there a buying guide for 968s, that shows what to look for etc on here?

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[MB968]

Welcome and good luck in your search. Hopefully you can find one that has had a lot of recent work. It'll save you a lot in the end.

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[flash]

yes - there is a whole Buyer's Guide area in the Buying and Selling block.

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[Grandpa#3]

Hello, In the buyers section there are 10 pages of different questions. One of the main things to do is have a <acronym title='pre purchase inspection'>PPI</acronym> (Prior Purchase Inspection) done at a reputable shop that does actual work on a Porsche. A comprehensive list of what to check for can be found in the link below. In place of a 944 or 952 substitute 968.



http://www.clarks-garage.com/purchase.htm



Cheers,

Larry

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[girl_968fan]

Oh that is a bit embarrassing, I didn't look too hard did I? <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/icon_lol1.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />



Thanks guys <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/smile.png" class="smilie" alt="" />

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[968Syncro]

Or, some other things to research are the 968 books. Search the "books" section on Amazon.com with "Porsche 968" and some good titles will show.

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[craigawoodman]

Hi,



You will find a few Australian 968 enthusiasts / nuts here on the forum.



What do you want to do with the car? If you want to start off in club activities and a bit of Motorsport, it is a beautifully balanced car. It is still regarded as one of the best handling cars ever made.



There are some good guides in magazines also for what to look for when buying a 968. Also, for $500, a per-purchase inspection is a good investment. Make sure you use one of the well recognised independent Porsche mechanics (Peter Fitzgerald in Melbourne).



It is a no brainer between a 968 and a 911 SC, 1975 versus 1992.

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[marco]

I owned and driven some 911 (930, 964, 996) and all of the 4 inline Porsches (924, 944 all models, 968) and both types are nice. 911 is raw, especially the older ones. You hear everything and you really have to work in the car.The 968 is a more luxury comfortable driving experience, more quiet and better suited for daily traffic. The newer 911 (from 996) are also more suited for daily use..

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[tamathumper]

Here is a fairly comprehensive <acronym title='pre purchase inspection'>PPI</acronym> checklist I put together when I was doing my search.



https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?...sp=sharing



You'll have to cut and paste the URL as I don't think links work in the Introduction forum.

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[hot968]

tama, Excellent document about the pre-purchase needs to be done before u buy.

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[tamathumper]

Thanks. <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/wink.png" class="smilie" alt="" />

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[girl_968fan]

Thanks guys.



As for my use of the car. I'd drive it about 4 days a week. Across town to gym 2 nights a week ( 85min round trip) and on weekends. It won't be a daily driver as I use public transport to get to work.



I do want to join the Porsche Club and go on runs with the local P enthusiasts. Do some driving courses. Not keen on track events as I couldn't afford to fix the car if I broke it!!



I'd be lucky to do 10,000 km in a year.

[quote name='tamathumper' timestamp='1361533946' post='139086']Here is a fairly comprehensive <acronym title='pre purchase inspection'><acronym title='pre purchase inspection'>PPI</acronym></acronym> checklist I put together when I was doing my search.



https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?...sp=sharing



You'll have to cut and paste the URL as I don't think links work in the Introduction forum.[/quote]



Wow that is fantastic. Thanks for sharing <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/smile.png" class="smilie" alt="" />

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[craigawoodman]

In Australia, there were only 112 Porsche 968's imported (plus a few now from HK and UK). If you are looking at a UK car, have it inspected very thoroughly for rust/corrosion. Running on salted roads is not something we normally do over here - even if you ski. The corrosion can be on everything, brake lines, etc.



Remember, that these are not infallible cars and like all cars need maintenance. Timing belts must be changed every 5 years, or 60,000km (miles?). Given the age of the car, there might be some niggles. This is not to put you off, if you keep the maintenance up to the car, it should cost no more to run than a similar European car. If you ar doing the driving as listed, it should only be routine maintenance, tyres, brakes, etc as required. In some respects the 968 is cheaper to run than a 944 (clutch change, etc).



If treated well, they are pretty much bullet proof if maintained.

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[Rap]

Don't let the idea of breaking your car at a track event stop you. It's hitting walls or other cars that hurt!

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[girl_968fan]

[quote name='craigawoodman' timestamp='1361661568' post='139126']In Australia, there were only 112 Porsche 968's imported (plus a few now from HK and UK). If you are looking at a UK car, have it inspected very thoroughly for rust/corrosion. Running on salted roads is not something we normally do over here - even if you ski. The corrosion can be on everything, brake lines, etc.



Remember, that these are not infallible cars and like all cars need maintenance. Timing belts must be changed every 5 years, or 60,000km (miles?). Given the age of the car, there might be some niggles. This is not to put you off, if you keep the maintenance up to the car, it should cost no more to run than a similar European car. If you ar doing the driving as listed, it should only be routine maintenance, tyres, brakes, etc as required. In some respects the 968 is cheaper to run than a 944 (clutch change, etc).



If treated well, they are pretty much bullet proof if maintained.[/quote]



I didn't realise so few were delivered here.



If this was a manual.. Be perfect! Anyway of picking a Aus del from import via the photos?



http://www.carsales.com.au/private/detai...rt=default

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