To complete the picture painted by Jay, my second car bought 1986 was a 76 924. I had it for several years as a daily driver. Cost me almost nothing except routine service. Was completely reliable even in cold Swedish winter climate. I was 20 years old and loved it and so did the girls. It was bright yellow and never after that did I have a car that attracted women as that little 'cute' Porsche.
My first car was a Chrysler Valiant 63... See I´ve driven Yankee cars too!