Hello! I've been lurking and reading for awhile, but decided to finally join in the fun.
A bit about myself: I'm a big car guy, building 60s/70s American muscle cars as a hobby, I'm an electrical engineer as my profession. I've always been an admirer of European auto scene, Porsche being at the top of my list, but have never gotten my feet wet with them yet. So, I've decided to buy my first Porsche! I've been reading a lot about all the issues with the M96 motors, 996 buyers guides, etc.
I've narrowed my search to two, I'd like to know what you all think:
1999 C4 coupe, black/black
64k miles
6sp (original clutch)
single owner
clean carfax
Nice paint/interior
Tires 50%
Engine feels strong
Minor rear valence ding, windshield stone crack
Xenon headlights, power seats
At independent dealer (lots of Z06s, Audi's, Mercedes, etc.)
Hair above $21k
1999 C2 Coupe, Silver/black
85k miles
6sp (clutch replaced at 65k)
2 owner (he bought it at a year old)
Carfax unknown, but he says he's kept up the service intervals (need invoices)
Excellent paint and interior
Tires 50% or better (haven't seen it in person yet)
Private seller
$17k, might try to take it a little lower.
Of course, I will still do a PPI with the one I choose to pursue.
What do you think?
I posted a few picts. In one, you can see my '70 Mustang Mach1 I drove to go Porsche shopping! Lol!
Also, is can you tell how much clutch is left by how far the pedal travels before it grabs? The C4 grabs with the pedal way off the floor.
TIA everyone!!
