Intro: got my dad's 80 SC
 

Hello,
I have been a long time observer from the sidelines of this forum. Mostly, I used the search function to keep tabs on my dad, BLEW911. Sadly, he passed away in May. Here is a youtube video I posted, it has a lot of his old cars: YouTube - Video for dad.
My dad purchased his 1980 911SC in 2004. Originally he was looking for a muscle car, but when one of his friends recommended he drive a 911 he was hooked. We had a lot of fun talking about the 911 and he was always excited to tell me about upgrades and work he'd had done on the car. Two months after he bought it he drove it from Ventura, CA to Albuquerque, NM just to share it with me. He was so excited to teach me all about it. I remember when we were putting the cover under the hood and my wife walked into the garage, "The engine's in the back!" she explained like a little kid who had just discovered something heard of, but seldom seen.
The car that brought him so much happiness and excitement the last 6 years now belongs to me. I'm still a little sad when I drive it, but I couldn't stand the thought of anyone else having it. Last weekend I flew to CA and drove it back to WA in two days. 10 hours one day and 13 the next (horrible traffic in Tacoma). I averaged 24.5 mpg. The car ran terrific. Not a single issue. 1100 miles on I-5 is not very exciting, but I loved every mile. Mostly I thought about my dad, listened to his music, and remembered the significant role cars played in his life. And mine to a lesser extent. I have a lot to learn as a new Porsche owner, but I am very proud to be driving the car my dad loved so much. I have left everything just the way he had it, glasses, maps, gum, sunscreen, notes, etc.
Any advice for a new, relatively young, Porsche 911 SC owner is welcome. Thanks.

Tim

Welcome Tim and thanks for sharing!

Tim:

First and foremost, sorry to hear of your dad's passing and welcome to the Pelican clan.

Your dad's car is beautiful and gets really good gas mileage (24.5 mpg) so it is in very good shape. I also really liked the 1957 BelAir convertible, my dad had a black one back then, and we called it the tank.

Keep all the receipts and records that you can find with regard to parts upgraded, maintenance and start a log book of your own to record all that you will do to keep this great car in good order. Since you travelled 1100 miles up I-5, might be a good time to take a look at an oil change; I usually do mine every 3000 miles (some may say "overkill"). Upon checking any records your dad kept, a valve adjustment, timing set, and general tune-up stuff will be in order sometime in the future. However, by the sounds of it, the car is running in excellent shape right now, so that will be a future project.

Speaking of projects, Wayne's 101 Projects book is a good investment to start with since you will see alot of the 911SC pictures and familiarize yourself with the engine compartment and other components of the fuel injection system (CIS), as well as the Bentley manual and factory workshop manual set at a later time. Of course, this is only if you want to do the work yourself which I believe you do from your inference in writing this thread.

Nothing but the best for the best, so 92 Octane gasoline always to keep her running good. Find some good Carnuba wax to keep her skin looking fine.

Hope this helps. And, once again "Welcome."

Have fun with your car and enjoy every minute of it.SmileWavy

Great post. Very cool - keeping the old man's 911.

Tim,

Welcome aboard! Great video and great car. You will really learn to enjoy it as your dad it.

Condolences on the passing of your father. He must be smiling down on you when he sees the smile on your face from driving the sc. Treat her well.

Tim,
Sorry to hear of your fathers passing, beautiful tribute video good choice of music, almost brought a tear to my cynical old eye. Take care of his car like you know he would want you to...

Sorry to hear of your dad, my condolences.
Welcome to the PP forums!
BTW, That was a great video!

Sorry for the loss and I´m glad you´re keeping the Targa.
Like the others have said Wayne 101 and a Bentley manual.
Otherwise regular service intervals and fresh oil every annually or every 3000 miles
whichever comes earlier.

Hi Tim,

First of all my condolences for your dad passed away. It's great you made a you-tube memory of him!
you're looking so at your dad, the same face. Nice you shared the love for cars with him. I also have a 34 years old son who does share the love for oldies with me. so nice to talk about cars with a soul! I always had classic cars, in the first years i owned a citroen Traction Avant, after that i bought a MG TF 1500 1954 and recently i bought a Porsche 911 SC 1978. I try to teach my son how to fix problems with the cars and i hope later on when i am passed, he will still remember me when driving the MG and the Porsche.

man you got my eyes all wet watching that video....all those pics along with the jerry soundtrack got to me. sorry about your dad. have fun with the SC. best cars ever

Welcome aboard Tim. I have not forgotten about you.

Dana

Welcome to the board. I'll miss your dad's comments both here and in OT.

What a story! My sincere condolences. I'm sure the car will bring you happiness moving forward. And I'm sure most will tell you to just enjoy it like it was meant to.

Very sorry about your father - what a great gesture to be sure to pass this SC on to you.

The Northwest is a great place to own this car. Plenty of rabid 911 fans plus John Walker here in town. You will have all the support you need.

Post early, post often - welcome to the 'Board!

First, my condolence's to you and your family on the loss of dad. I lost my mom in October of 2008 and can relate. Judging from the video your dad and I had a lot in common as far as our taste in cars. I also had a 51 Ford and a 57 Chevy. I was also in the market for another muscle car when I stumbled across my 911 cab at an estate sale and caught the "Porsche Bug". Honor your dad by driving that car, listening to his music as you did in the ride home.....I know you will never forget him and every time you fire that beauty up he will be there right next to you.;)

Your first post is a real winner! A heartwarming story that strikes home for me. My father passed away 2.5 yrs ago and most days I drive what was his BMW. Its good to keep a reminder of someone you love and care for it the way they did. I hope you will keep and enjoy your father's 911 for a long time.

... :( .... :) ...been there...nice car, enjoy it...

Tim - great post and thanks for sharing. Nice video, your dad looked like a cool guy. He must have been if he was fan of Porsches and Garcia. Enjoy the car.

Take care of it like your father would. Drive it like they're meant to be driven