912 vs. 944 Turbo vs. 930? Your input sought?, Contemplating another option-away from -6; your thoughts? Options

[somd914]

Perhaps I missed it, but my question is why are you looking at such vastly different cars? Many have mentioned go 930 or 944/968 for the performance aspects, while the 912 is potentially a more affordable collectors car, but is the the 914 arena when it comes to performance. Do you desire performance, collectors value, a weekend driver that is something different, etc?

For me I headed to a 914 over 944 due to maintenance. Though I couldn't argue the 944 looks better outside and in (in my opinion), drives better, and 10-15 years younger, I just heard and read too many issues with maintenance. Granted I could manage most aspects of maintenance in my garage, I didn't want to go there for a fun car.

Fast forward a few years later now time for 911 or 930. For me it became a money issue with greater purchase costs and greater maintenance costs - once again being a weekend car I couldn't justify tying up that much cash, so I chose an 84 Carrera with a few minor engine mods bringing it in line with the Euro model power. Granted my worked up Suby is faster off the line, the 911 is a blast to drive, much more comfortable than the 914, and my wife will drive the 911 but not the 914 (for some that might not be a good thing...)

I love Italian styling, but have only owned one, an 80 Fiat that lived in the garage from the time it came home from the dealership. I'm not convinced anything from Italy can compare to Porsche quality.

Just keep in my mind we all have different opinions that vary greatly, so buy what you want - you'll make some of us happy your choice, and others will scratch their head saying "what was he thinking..."