Oh, and the head came off at roughly k because I blew a head gasket The purchaser lives near me, and the car has over , and is still going strong. Good Luck. I've always liked the A friend had a 88 S back in the 90's. Amazing car. This 87 that I'm thinking about is just one of many in the k range. I'd like a Turbo, but they all seem to be overpriced garage queens or track cars.
Compared to the S-class diesel I'm currently driving, a stock 2. Not looking to waste money, but the thought of a "driver" is more what I'm looking for: something I can drive and repair as needed, but can walk away from if I see something else. I can always buy a low mileage S2 or Turbo in the future. I don't know where you get the idea that most 's are "overpriced garage queens or track cars", I'm sure you will find most members of this board use their 's as daily drivers. I was exaggerating a bit.
I used my SC for a number of years as a DD. I need to be more patient in my search, I guess. The buy-in price has gone up for a decent example. The search continues Originally Posted by TMoreken. I need to update my profile! I'm currently living in Eastern Pennsylvania. Thanks for the heads up. My car has , documented miles on it. Engine rebuild about 17, miles ago.
I do all my own work. Tinkering with the car on the weekends is the cost of doing business with "old" cars. A lot I know, but it's no big deal.
I enjoy wrenching if it's a means to an end. Many s have lasted well past k miles. The main thing with a used car is if it was abused or kept well. Uprating with CS suspension parts is an option. Brake calipers often seize and can be costly to put right. An ill-fitting tailgate causes extra noise. Check electric windows, mirrors, sunroof, tailgate release, seats and, where fitted, air-con for correct function.
Look in boot for spacesaver spare, compressor and toolkit. A valve stem broke and destroyed the engine, so I had one from a crashed S2 put in: it was brilliant. Next up is KW suspension for a more compliant ride. Build quality and reliability reflected the cheaper price new; a practical DiY prospect now. Almost all have vanished: parts will be an issue for the survivors. Prices for the have risen fairly steeply over the past decade, but it remains a good-value classic buy today, whether you prefer the smooth, flexible power of a normally aspirated or the supercar kick of a turbo.
Beware corrosion, clocking and misuse — they can turn your prize into misery. And a fastidious service history will repay a small price premium tenfold in the longer term. Starter classics: 14 great cars for a first-timer. Skip to main navigation. The car is incredibly predictable meaning you can enjoy finding your own limit as well as the cars without much worry of danger.
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Join Us On Facebook. Don't forget timing belts at each 50k miles or so. Hector answered 8 years ago. Victor answered 8 years ago. Porsche factory recommendation 65K on timing belts for a 2. Replace the water pump at the same time is standard recommendation at most shops when replacing timing belts.
It's not too hard to do just you need a special belt tension measuring device. If the timing belt breaks figure on spending a LOT of money to fix that problem. My 90 S2 has K miles on it, runs great, I changed the timing belt as a matter of insurance when I buy used vehicles.
Over the last 4 years of ownership the only thing I replaced out of the ordinary was the fuel pump. Maintenance and maintenance records are very important. The 3. They get brittle and shatter over time. When doing them, replace the cam chain also.
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