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Low milage Carrera

Two years ago I bought a very low mileage 1987 Carrera. The cosmetics of the car were amazing. I figured I paid a 10K premium for that low mileage. Although the car had very little mileage, the tiny rubber bits were twenty years old and eventually showed it. Initially, the car had a very small oil leak at one of the valve covers. As I drove the car over the next 6 months additional oil leaks sprung up and cracked rubber issues appeared quite frequently. The original clutch went out at 30K and my valve guides were gone by 60K. I know, my experiences may not be typical, however if I did it again I probably would not pay that extra price premium. I would buy a well kept car with 80K-100K.

Just my thoughts.
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