Teach me about 968’s

[DWBOX2000]

I’ve been looking for an auto convertible for wife and I. A 968 popped up locally. 100k on car. Looks in good shape, haven’t driven.
Any thoughts on 968 appreciated.
Thanks.

[ltusler]

Nice cars. Timing belts must be maintained or kerblammo. Also when a belt change is performed, have them look at the tensioner and its mounting to be sure the hole in the block isn't out of round.

[Dantilla]

This^

Truly wonderful cars to drive.
Excellent driving dynamics.

[911 Rod]

Asking prices are pretty high here.

[aschen]

always loved the 968

possible cheaper alternative: e36m3, as always most entusiests are looking for tin top 3 pedal. Its hard to find these in decent condition. However they made a lot of auto convertabls as well should be able to find a really nice one for reasonable.

[GH85Carrera]

968s are a car many Porsche people have never seen. They are fairly rare. Expect a lot of "what is that" questions from other people.

[rfuerst911sc]

A 3.0 16valve engine with good torque . Also an interference engine so timing belt upkeep is a must . Fact: every cabriolet started off as a coupe and shipped to another country ( Sweden I think ) to be modified . In my opinion great cars that are under appreciated .

[jhynesrockmtn]

If looking for an auto, have you looked at Boxster or 911 with a PDK? Much more engaging driving experience than previous generation auto boxes. Not sure what the price differential is between a 968 and 987 or 997. I do think the 968 looks great and have heard good things about how they drive.

[DWBOX2000]

I have 996 C4S manual that I need to get rid of. Great car but trying to get wife more involved.
Thanks all

[dsfnctn]

I had a 1998 993 C2S .. Now I have a 968. The 993 had terrible gearing the 968 much better Its a keeper

[WolfeMacleod]

Timing belt tensioners are NLA.
Many have air bag faults. And it's expensive to fix.


I love mine.

[DWBOX2000]

Originally Posted by DWBOX2000

I have 996 C4S manual that I need to get rid of. Great car but trying to get wife more involved.
Thanks all

Convertible, auto is key.

[911boost]

Do not tow a hot tub with it.

[hbueno]

You might want to head over to the 968 forum on Rennlist.

That said, I love my 968. It's a manual coupe with RS Barn chip and catback exhaust, Konis, cross brace, and 18-inch Carrera III wheels. It handles well enough for an amateur like me. I have no experience with a convertible auto, but my understanding is the auto reduces the fun factor. Also, I think the convertible mechanisms are not super reliable but are easily put up or down manually.

Feel free to PM.

[cockerpunk]

it would seem obvious to me that a cheaper, much more modern 986 would be a better choice.

and i was a 944 turbo owner.

[jamesnmlaw]

I like the rear lines on the cabriolet. Would like a 968 cab w/a removable hardtop matching the lines of the 968 soft top.

[Bill Douglas]

Isn't a 968 just a well sorted 944?

[Dantilla]

Originally Posted by Bill Douglas

Isn't a 968 just a well sorted 944?

Yes.
Very well sorted.

[RNajarian]

Originally Posted by 911boost

Do not tow a hot tub with it.

Thanks for the chuckle. . .

https://www.foxnews.com/auto/porsche-driver-ticketed-towing-hot-tub

[cockerpunk]

Originally Posted by Dantilla

Yes.
Very well sorted.

944/968 isnt a bad car ... its just not as good as a much more modern 986. semi trailing arms and all.