[325i Vert]

Hey guys,
I have posted in this part side of Pelican Parts a few times in the past and got great responses. I have been in the BMW world for a while now but now I am considering getting into the Porscshe family soon. I am planning on purchasing a classic Porsche in the next 2 to 4 months and was wanting to get all of your opinions and thoughts on this. Would a 356 be a good car to start off with as a first P-car? I love the styling and classic lines and looks. I have been around quite a few of these cars as well. I have been to Cal Turners get- together in Nashville twice and a few drives with some other Nashville Tubs members as well as the Porsche East Coast Hoilday at the Biltmore Estate. These events have made me fall in love with the 356. Ive been looking into the early 911's, 1965 to 1973, and have found that my taste for the 356 overcomes the 911. How is the reliabilty of the 356? Maintainence? The car will be used for nice, warm and sunny days and thats all, no daily commuting. If the 356 is a good starter Porsche, are certain years better than the other? Please excuse my lack of knowledge on this. Thanks alot.

Josh K