How important is a G50 Transmission in a 3.2 911

[ddann]

My first Porsche was an 89 because that's what people/forums/books recommended. Finally wised up and piurchased the best driving and maintained car I could find for fair price. 82SC!

[Paul K]

IMHO, you don't have to think when you shift the G-50. You just do it.

[jimbauman]

Definitely go with the better car. You'll get used to whatever tranny you happen to have. And if the G50 and 915 feel the same to you, then maybe there's something wrong with the G50, or you have an especially nice 915! (just kidding - but all the more reason just to go with the car that feels best overall).

JB

[dshepp806]

I like the G50 over the 915,..it was a step upward (less "difficulties").

...I also like 30 year old Scotch.........(and rightfully so...less "difficulties".....)

Best,

Doyle

[Diamond Monaco]

I prefer the G50 because when I'm getting my Sammy Hagar on (I can't drive), I might accidentally forget that reverse is where 6th-speed would be

[Nachtfalter]

Buy the one that feels, looks, and drives better. I like the feel of my 915, but would not let a transmission dictate my choice.

[kenikh]

Ever driven a 930 motor married to a 915? One word: Heaven. They last longer than conventional wisdom would have you believe.

[wildthing]

Spend for a PPI on both. Might get a discount for two. That will reveal things you won't initially see.

[javadog]

This thread is 6 years old. You guys can probably quit giving advice now.

JR

[COLB]

LoL.

You gotta admit it is a topic that never gets resolved.

Now, about my A/C...

[tomphot]

Regardless of the choice that was made, it turned out to be a good investment!

[sugarwood]

Originally Posted by tomphot

Regardless of the choice that was made, it turned out to be a good investment!

Here are the 2 cars OP was deciding between:

So I have spent the past few days comparing 2 911's. The 1st one is an '86 with 33k original miles and the other is a '89 at a dealer. The '86 is in brand new condition and flawless, but lacks the g50 trans. When I drove the car, I struggled to find 3rd gear for the 1st few miles. I offered the owner $24k and he will not take a penny less than $27k. The second car that I looked at today is an '89 anniversary car with 58k on it for $27,000. The owner of the dlr was very upfront and told me that the hood and rear qtr have been repainted. The car drove great and shifted much easier than the '86.

I am in a quandary on which direction to go. I may just wait until another car comes along.

Funny, all the replies said both were overpriced in 2009.
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/484806-update-my-911-3-2-purchase.html

About a year later, he bought an '87
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/552086-1987-911-service-new-jersey.html

[island911]

Originally Posted by bell

i have driven both, my 915 was tired so i always thought the g50 felt better.......
then i had my 915 rebuilt and changed my mind......
imo a perfect shifting 915 adds a visceral feel to a 911, although the g50 is a very nice transmission it doesn't have the same personality

This ^

And ...

Originally Posted by kenikh

Ever driven a 930 motor married to a 915? One word: Heaven. They last longer than conventional wisdom would have you believe.

This ^

I'll add, the G50 is easier when leisure/slow-shifting, the 915 wins when on it. (feels lighter)

[PabloX]

I got an '86 because I found one in great shape for 25% less money than a G50 car. The '86 was also local.

[Matt Monson]

Originally Posted by sugarwood

Here are the 2 cars OP was deciding between:



Funny, all the replies said both were overpriced in 2009.
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/484806-update-my-911-3-2-purchase.html

About a year later, he bought an '87
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/552086-1987-911-service-new-jersey.html

Collector caliber cars in today's market. Any one if those could be a $50k Carrera if he kept miles at 2-3k a year.

[Tippy]

Originally Posted by RWebb

not weaker -- harder to use

what you want in a sports car is maximum difficulty and extreme compromise with luxury, comfort, etc.

keeps away the Lexus drivers

Assume you're being facetious, no?

[kenikh]

Glen! Too long, man!

Originally Posted by island911

This ^

And ...



This ^

I'll add, the G50 is easier when leisure/slow-shifting, the 915 wins when on it. (feels lighter)

[Craig_D]

Originally Posted by javadog

This thread is 6 years old. You guys can probably quit giving advice now.

JR

LMAO! That's exactly what I was thinking...2009?! Retro advice?

[tdw28210]

Own and drive both. Honestly, it is a push for me. I like aspects of both. The G50 is definitely more tidy and confidence-inspiring when downshifting, but the clutch pedal seems a bit heavy compared to the 915.

The marketplace puts a premium on G50's so if resale matters that is something to consider.

[mreid]

And, in a bit of 2009 irony:

I like my 3.2, l like my G50, and I like having a cab. To each their own I guess.
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Nice job, Luis!