1986 Porsche 911 Carrera review from North America
"Not for the faint-hearted"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The throwout bearing, pilot bearing, and clutch fork had to be replaced.
Minor items such as light bulbs were also replaced.
General comments?
A true sports car. Very fast, handles excellent. The 915 transmission takes a bit of getting used to. This is a car for a skilled driver. You will not be putting it into "drive" and go gently down the road. Reaching a 100mph is easy. It can be achieved without trying. The DIY factor is high. There is an active community of porsche owners who are willing to help guide you through repairs. These "older" 911's are not like the new porsches. They are much more raw. You feel like their place is on a racetrack, not to mention this car is a real head turner.
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| Air cooled 911's are the epitome of automibilia |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1986 |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.2L Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 135000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 140000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz S-Class |
| Date of Entry | 28th November, 2005 |