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Old 06-23-2008, 02:22 PM   #11
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I have said before, the wisdom in buying any particular Porsche depends upon why you are buying a Porsche. I bought an '02 S with 35k. A year later it has 51k. CV boots and an AC compressor are the only things that have required replacement. Yes, rear tires will be needed at the end of Summer, but so what.

I drive mine everyday, and when the ole girl fails me it will be time for a 3.6 conversion. H&R's will replace the springs when needed, and a FabSpeed will also take the place of the PSE. I didn't buy my Box to trade or upgrade. I bought it because I simply loved the 986 body-style......and I sought out an '02 because my personal tastes did not agree with the rear diffuser or front fascia of the '03.

So, if you are simply buying a 'car,' then you should find something cheaper. If, however, you want to own a particular Porsche, then find the best example you can, drive the pi$$ out of it, and put your hobby $$$'s into it.

That's what the guys that visited my Uncle's garage did back in the day. A Porsche was identified by its owner and its modifications----for years. My theory may be financially irresponsible, but there are no guarantees in life, are there?
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