What to know before buying a Porsche 911?
Porsche 911s need to be driven, not parked and admired. “Make sure it has the service books, and that the chassis number and engine number match the books. Also, steer clear of examples with aftermarket or owner modifications. These can lower the value of the car and also make it harder to resell down the track.”
Is the Porsche 992 still on the market?
The 992 generation of the Porsche 911 arrived in dealerships in the summer of 2019 and they’re still pretty pricey on the used market. Find an eighth-generation Porsche 911 for sale
Who is the owner of the Porsche 911?
Melbourne advertising executive Damian Royce has been “buying and selling and celebrating all things 911 for more than 20 years,” he tells us. “For me the 911 is about purity … I was attracted to the timeless design, the purity of purpose and engineering.
Is it worth buying a used Porsche Carrera 996?
There is also a good deal of experience and expertise in independent Porsche repair shops to help make the maintenance of your used 911 Carrera 996 cost effective. You’re buying a Porsche, so don’t compare running costs to a small domestic hatchback!
When did the Porsche 911 Carrera 997 come out?
The 911 Carrera 997 was Porsche’s second go round at moving on from the air-cooled 911. The car is fun and exhilarating to drive, yet can be used every day. After the success and issues with the 996 versions of the 911, Porsche launched the 997 revised version in 2005.
What do you need to know about Porsche 911?
We’ve spoken to classic Porsche 911 owners, collectors, car club members and even Porsche Australia HQ to come up with “Almost everything you need to know before buying your first classic 911”. Right then, let’s get started.
The 992 generation of the Porsche 911 arrived in dealerships in the summer of 2019 and they’re still pretty pricey on the used market. Find an eighth-generation Porsche 911 for sale
Is the 2020 Porsche 911 a good car?
Despite giving the 2020 Porsche 911 glowing praise for its otherworldly performance, we came away thinking the car also felt like it had been raised in the emotion-free environment of Planet Vulcan. With all due respect to Trekkies and Porsche fans, the 911 is so poised that it makes driving fast a clinical experience.