08-29-2011, 11:47 AM
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I've started looking at a few 993's lately...wife said "whatever, if you want one get one"... I never really had the bug, but they are really sweet cars. I have no interest at all in a newer 911 and I like my Boxster very much.
There seem to be a lot of cabriolets out there. But I think I would want a coupe. Need to figure out the "2" or the "4".
Wondering if it would be giving up too much as a daily driver (vs. the Boxster). I drive my cars every day rain, shine, snow, etc.
Just thinking out loud.
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08-29-2011, 11:56 AM
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Originally Posted by fatmike
I've started looking at a few 993's lately...wife said "whatever, if you want one get one"...
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Can we clone her, please?
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08-29-2011, 05:42 PM
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I've owned all 3 cars at one time or another -- 993, then a Boxster and now a 997. Loved all 3, each for different reasons.
Sold the 993 to get a Boxster which I reasoned was a better daily driver. Bought the 997 when I wanted room for my little kids, and a daily driver.
Be aware. If you drive a 993 you will fall in love. You can not beat the great air-cooled cars. The reason I did no get a 993 again was because they have started to cross the line and become a collectors car. Not something I personally feel comfortable using as a daily driver at this stage of my life. Also, the pricepoint of the 993s is such that you can get a heckofa nice 997 for the same pice, althoigh I understand its not your cup of tea.
If you can afford it, a 993 is just a great car. But as a daily driver -- hmmmm, depends!
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08-29-2011, 07:00 PM
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Originally Posted by d18mike
I've owned all 3 cars at one time or another -- 993, then a Boxster and now a 997. Loved all 3, each for different reasons.
Sold the 993 to get a Boxster which I reasoned was a better daily driver. Bought the 997 when I wanted room for my little kids, and a daily driver.
Be aware. If you drive a 993 you will fall in love. You can not beat the great air-cooled cars. The reason I did no get a 993 again was because they have started to cross the line and become a collectors car. Not something I personally feel comfortable using as a daily driver at this stage of my life. Also, the pricepoint of the 993s is such that you can get a heckofa nice 997 for the same pice, althoigh I understand its not your cup of tea.
If you can afford it, a 993 is just a great car. But as a daily driver -- hmmmm, depends!
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Yep - this sums up the dilemma. But I figure if I don't buy one soon then I will probably never own one because the collector premium will make them impractical as a DD. I don't want to have 3 or more cars -- just no space.
The cabs seem to be the most available and affordable -- meaning they have the lowest "collectors" premium. Ironically that makes them more affordable as a DD, but the cabriolet is clearly not as good of a DD in the northeast. I am leaning toward a coupe. Ability to put children in the back is part of the reason to make the move.
My Boxster is coming up on 10 years old. I figure I'm dealing with an "old" car -- I may as well drive one that is 15 years old. At some point soon it really won't matter.
One of the things in favor of the 993 is I have an excellent local independent who specializes in air-cooled cars. I trust that he can keep it on the road for years to come. That is a big part of the reason I'm even thinking about it.
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08-30-2011, 05:20 AM
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Originally Posted by fatmike
One of the things in favor of the 993 is I have an excellent local independent who specializes in air-cooled cars. I trust that he can keep it on the road for years to come. That is a big part of the reason I'm even thinking about it.
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This is key. Excellent point.
I have a 2006 987S and a 1997 993 Turbo. Both cars are excellent. Both cars are worlds apart. A great combo to own & drive.
If your budget allows get the C2S or the C4S. The wide hips are amazing. The C4 or the C4S will help you as a daily driver.
You should visit www.Rennlist to learn more. A very active board/forum for the aircooled owners.
A mid mileage 993 cab can be had for the high $20k's. The same coupe will be $10k more. A mid mileage C2S or C4S will be in the low $40k's. A Turbo will be in the mid $60k's for similar mileage.
A very qualified PPI is a MUST.
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08-29-2011, 07:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Overdrive
Can we clone her, please? 
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Actually, you can just take her...
(please)
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08-30-2011, 04:55 AM
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From what I have heard, the 993 has a harsher and noisy ride compared to the more luxurious and smoother Boxster.
The Boxster is a much better daily driver. If you get a 993, I think it should just be a weekend car. If you can afford two Porsche's.
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08-30-2011, 05:50 PM
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Originally Posted by ProjectM96
From what I have heard, the 993 has a harsher and noisy ride compared to the more luxurious and smoother Boxster.
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That "noise" is music to my ears. Its more of a snarl really. The Boxster is more like a violin. Both nice in different ways, the Boxster is more civilized for sure though.
The Boxster is a great daily driver. I have no concerns about putting miles on it and it's fairly reliable. I wouldn't call my car luxurious though - the 986 is simple (maybe even spartan).
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08-30-2011, 08:25 PM
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The 993 C2S is one of the most beautiful Porsches ever built. One of my friends had a really nice one, stripped her out and painted Martini Racing livery to take her club racing. That is just plain wrong.
I may own a very clean one some day... daily driver? Nope. She is a mistress and not a workhorse.
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08-30-2011, 05:21 AM
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Originally Posted by fatmike
Actually, you can just take her...
(please)
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HENNY YOUNGMAN LIVES!
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08-30-2011, 08:02 AM
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if you want a coupe but can only afford a cab, check this out ...
http://d-moris-equipments.com/
follow the links (in french) as follows:
'francais' - 'catalogue' - 'porsche' - 'hardtops' - 'hardtop 993'
what's cool is that with the added hump on the back of the cabs, the hardtop gives it a real fastback look; i like.
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08-30-2011, 05:43 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by The Radium King
if you want a coupe but can only afford a cab, check this out ...
http://d-moris-equipments.com/
follow the links (in french) as follows:
'francais' - 'catalogue' - 'porsche' - 'hardtops' - 'hardtop 993'
what's cool is that with the added hump on the back of the cabs, the hardtop gives it a real fastback look; i like.
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There doesn't seem to be a lot of premium due to collectors in the cabriolets. There are a lot out there and they are inexpensive. That hardtop is fantastic.
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08-30-2011, 05:44 PM
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If I buy the same color, I bet I can get the new one in the garage without her even noticing...
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