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I didn't see any budget guideline. Is there one? Besides, isn't it our duty to ignore such things as Budgets when talking PCars?

I too sold a 911.. and considered a FEWC. Test drove a 924S.. then a 944.. then a 944S.. then a 944S2 and then a 968. It wasn't untill I got to the S2 that I felt the car had enough power to be fun. Responsive, great brakes etc. The 944S2-968s I looked at were in the $10-14K range. Then I found a 2000 Boxster.. for $16K w/40K miles.

To me, the Boxster was a modern porsche that I used 2-3 days a week (still a "nice weather" car for me) but could see how people could use them as True DDs. Not sure I would want a 90-150K mile 20-30 year old 944 as a Daily Driver. Could just be me though.

Well I will second the Boxster chant. Beth drives hers every day. and loves it. I kinda miss my 44 but like people have already said, 20+ year old car, expensive parts, high maint.
On the upside, you carry wheels, fenders, and other big items in the 44. :)

Lol...thought this would stir the pot a bit...I'm not deadset on a 944 but have done a bit of research. I guess you love them or you just don't! Being I don't have car payments now, would definitely like to keep that status...so probably looking around the $10k range, give or take a few. A boxter is a possibility but I'm not in a rush to make a decision at this point. I'll have to go out and take some test drives and go from there. Then again, if I find a newer 911...that needs a suspension refresh being I have a complete upgrade sitting in my shed....

They are a little unloved on this board, but it has a good feel. The seating position is great (a little lower than a 911) and the neutral handling and modern clutch make it a great DD. An S2 has more power, but the n/a has enough for non track applications. My groceries and Chipotle food never complained that I was going too slow.

In the items to look for I don't think anyone mentioned water and oil mixing. The oil cooler has a tendency to leak oil into the coolant and vice versa. If the car has been driven in this condition the common sentiment is that it will ruin the rod bearings.

I love 944 handling but the engine feels like a tractor's compared to a 911. I drove a 944S once and it was slightly better - 951 is much better and much more complex and prone to problems.

Many people think that due to the simplicity of a 911, the total cost of ownership (particularly for the non-DIY) is less. With you other cars, you could afford the time and enjoyment of DIY.

You can buy a 911SC for $12k or a little more and I think you will have a more fun and more reliable car.

c'mon Henry.. he just sold his 911 and wants something else (fwiw, i saw the ad on pelican..)

For whatever it's worth...

My 944 is probably one of the more trouble-free ones out there and I have gotten to the point where I do most of the work myself (specifically, being able to do your own timing belt work saves all kinds of money). Generally speaking, it (mine) is a fairly inexpensive car.

Still, I wouldn't want to rely on my 944 as my only car, either.

BB.

I would hope to keep doing alot of the maintenance...learning curve though. But, I don't have to solely rely on the next car...still got the truck and couple two wheeled transports as well.

Hmmm....don't get me started...

Ah, gotcha. Don't know if I missed that part or not.

In any event, if you don't mind turning your own wrenches and having the car off the road every so often, it's not as big a deal.

BB.