914 or Boxster - Page 3

Jim Richards · 10-02-2015, 05:17 AM

If you stick with a Porsche, I think the 914 is your answer. A TR6 would be nice. Or a 24Z/28Z. A later Corvair (65-66 Corsa) would be good, too. If they weren't already getting too pricey, I think a Studebaker Avanti would look cool at your mid-century modern house.

herr_oberst · 10-02-2015, 05:37 AM

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British cars are a bargain now.

VincentVega · 10-02-2015, 05:40 AM

Good stuff Jim, well, except for the Avanti.

I really liked the idea of a 914 after a right seat trip in a local 914/6. Boy way I wrong. Sure, I might have found average at best examples but no power and what gear am I in is not my idea of fun. Different strokes but I found keeping out with traffic a chore in the 914. Once going it wasnt bad until I had to shift, then it was bump, grind, guess, oops... every time in more than 1 car.

I wouldnt touch a M96 car, we all have to decide if the risk is worth the reward. As mentioned there are still a few Brit cars that when in good shape can be nice to own/drive. Some of pretty low on power so similar issues to my gripe about the 914 but that might not be important.

Good luck, I wish I had the $$ and room for something like this.

Porsche-O-Phile · Porsche-O-Phile's Garage

If I could find a rust-free one, 914.

Sadly I don't think such a thing exists anywhere on earth for under $20k.

VincentVega · 10-02-2015, 05:50 AM

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Sadly I don't think such a thing exists

At least on the east coast

Jim Richards · 10-02-2015, 05:54 AM

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Good luck, I wish I had the $$ and room for something like this.

I can't help you with the $$, but if you need help working on your current "fleet" of project cars, let me know!

greglepore · 10-02-2015, 06:01 AM

I've had a 914-4, a 914-6 2.7 hillclimb car, and an MGB. MGB's are not in the same category, remotely. They are "antique" cars at this point. They are pleasant cars to tool around in, and can be thrown around at relatively low speeds, but I don't think they're what you're looking for.
If you are, my ex has a very neglected one with a good body and fresh motor that hasn't been run in a longish time that I could probably hook you up with.

Good examples of any of these cars are more expensive than you might think. There are plenty of "driver" B's out there for under 5, but they all have rust issues that might scare you. They're perfectly drivable that way so long as the rockers are good, but might put you off. Good ones are north of 7.

targa911S · 10-02-2015, 06:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Porsche-O-Phile

If I could find a rust-free one, 914.

Sadly I don't think such a thing exists anywhere on earth for under $20k.

didn't you hear Porsche re-called all the rust free ones and put rust in them....

targa911S · 10-02-2015, 06:06 AM

I have always lusted for an MG-TC..

porsche4life · porsche4life's Garage

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Originally Posted by Jim Richards

If you stick with a Porsche, I think the 914 is your answer. A TR6 would be nice. Or a 24Z/28Z. A later Corvair (65-66 Corsa) would be good, too. If they weren't already getting too pricey, I think a Studebaker Avanti would look cool at your mid-century modern house.

What are those going for? I've always thought they were cool on an odd way...

Jim Richards · 10-02-2015, 08:17 AM

Hagerty says an average one is just under $20k. I think that price is for a non- supercharged one.

1990C4S · 10-02-2015, 08:28 AM

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I have always lusted for an MG-TC..

That usually ends after a test drive. A friend rebuild one and made it perfect. Sold it after a month and bought a 911.

Rot 911 · 10-02-2015, 08:37 AM

I've driven a number of 914's. No doubt they are fun, but somewhat slow cars. And you being in the rust belt, forget about getting it out in the winter. It will rust just looking at it.

I've got a 2001 Boxster, base, and it is my daily driver. I had it and my 911 together for a year. I owned my 911 for 12 years. I ended up selling the 911, because I found myself no longer driving it. It is fun to romanticize, but a lot more fun to enjoy the ride.

As for prices, 3 years ago I paid $12,500 for my Boxster, in excellent condition, all maintenance records and with 46,000 miles. That was about the average price for it. Right now it has 58,000 miles and I probably couldn't get much more than $9,000 for it. Point being, you can get a lot of Boxster for not much money,.

Paul_Heery · Paul_Heery's Garage

Back to the OP's question, 914 or Boxster.

I have had a few 914s and found them to be fun and in the past extremely easy to work on by myself. But, being that they are all getting to be around 40 years old they are definitely archaic, as am I. I have found that my body no longer bends into the proper positions to work on a 914. So, another 914 is not on the radar for me. And, good luck finding a shop that knows the 914.

My next Porsche will either be a Boxster or a 996. Modern conveniences and comfort. I doubt that I will be able to do too much work myself when I pick one of these up. But, I can find quite a few shops around here that are familiar with the Boxster or 996. Oh, and since my track days are over, the next one will be a rag top.

intakexhaust · intakexhaust's Garage

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Originally Posted by targa911S

I have always lusted for an MG-TC..

These are some of the scariest cars to drive at speed, but so damn cute.
(BTW: When I mentioned speed.... I'm referring to anything over 40 mph

David McLaughlin · David McLaughlin's Garage

My $.02:

I've owned my 914 since 2000. I've added a proper engine mount, repaired mouse damaged wiper motor and regular maintenance. It's been off road since my divorce killed all extra funds and I can't afford the tires or seasonal maintenance. It has been the most reliable car I've ever owned. When my DDs give out on me, the 914 comes to the rescue. I've driven it daily for months on end, even in traffic.

gtc · gtc's Garage

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I finally bit the bullet and bought a Boxster a couple of months ago.

Did you pick up Rich's old car from Chris? I heard something about Chris having a 996TT now?

targa911S · 10-02-2015, 03:45 PM

I'm glad I posted. I talked to my son today and he as well said Boxster. Quote" It's all Porsche no volkswagon"... some truth to that..

David McLaughlin · David McLaughlin's Garage

So he wouldn't like a 356?

450knotOffice · 450knotOffice's Garage

For those who fear they won't be able to work on a 996 or Boxster/Cayman...fear not! I own an '84 Carrera, a 2000 996, and a Cayman. By a significant margin, the later cars are significantly easier to work on. I do most of the work on all of my cars, and hands down, the water coolers are easier to work on.

Oh, and I've owned the '84 for 11 years. and the water coolers for 9 years, so I have a long history with all of them.

(914 or Boxster? For me, Boxster every day of the week. It's a true sports car (WAY more so than the 914), is tight, has decent power (especially compared to the 914), and will put a HUGE smile on your face on any twisty road. It comes alive in the twisties!)