[Mookster]

I have never had a coil go bad on me before...not to say it's not possible it's going bad. I can say the 2 P-cars I have owned, both of them needed fuel pumps. My bet it is the check valve on the fuel pump. I am not sure on your vehicle if this is internal or external.

The price of a new coil is not cheap. The people on this board will recommend cheaper coils..use the search button. It is your friend.

The goal is not to throw new parts at the car in hopes to fix the problem but to diagnose the problem.

Once you resolve your problem, if I may suggest, you being the new owner of the vehicle and unsure if you have the owners prior records, things you should do: Buy Wayne's book 101 projects for your 911. It is a blessing and a curse.

Base line tune up:

1. Replace the rotor cap and plugs ($7, $5, $12 ($2 x 6)
2. I would replace the fuel filter ($25)
3. Replace the transmission to chassis ground strap ($18)
4. Adjust the valves (DIY $35 for the gasket kit, shop est $350)
5. 4 wheel alignment
6. Check brakes and rotors
7. Refresh the brake fluid(1 hour labor and materials $10)
8. Replace all the vacuum hoses ($30 for the pretty cloth covered hose.) est 12-15 ft.
9. Replace the negative battery cable ($15-$20)

Our host can hook up with these parts

The things mentioned will save a lot of aggravation and AAA towing in the future.

Again, start simple and keep us informed.