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I had an 87 944 and now drive an 84 911 Targa.

The 944 was very easy to drive fast, very cheap to buy, but any repairs were concerning as they could easily exceed the value of the car. It was a more comfortable car - and I think the more modern 968 would offer even more comfort - especially as a daily driver.

I bought my 911 about 1.5 years ago - and it is a lot more "exciting" to drive especially with the Targa top off. The 915 transmission is a bit tougher to use and its not overly comfortable in stop and go traffic (I live in New York City.) I really like the car - but I always think twice before a long trip. My son is also not overly fond of trips to school in the 911 - since it is noisy for the morning commute (Crazy of him, right?) but I love driving it whenever i can.

I had the same dilemma as you when I bought the 911 - but really wanted to try one out for a while.

If I was looking for a comfortable daily driver that was fun and easy to drive fast with limited drama, i would go for a 968. You can get a lot of 968 for 15k - probably near perfect condition.

You won't get the same excitement or "soul" of a 911 but they perform really well. I watched a 968 in the right hands win top time in an autox last summer - against some exceptional cars and significantly more expensive cars.

For 15k, I think you can get a great but much older 911. It won't have airbags, abs, etc. - things that I would prefer on a daily driver.

I am considering selling my 911 (money is tight right now) and would probably go for a 968 when money loosens up again (hopefullly next spring.) Ideally, I would LOVE to have a stable with an 80's 911, 968, and a Cayman. (One can dream!)