ARM993

It's probably about time to introduce myself to the board. After a 3 year gap in Porsche ownership, I'm rejoining the fray in a 94 968. I've had an affinity for the 968 since I saw my first one in person and have thought about adding one to the stable for a few years. The opportunity to do so came this week as the result of a Christmas present from an amazing wife who wanted me back in a Porsche and back out in the garage.

As a former 993 owner, I've got to say that I was amazed after my first spirited drive with this car. I'll always love the 993 and will have another one in the future. But the 968 is clearly a more balanced platform and is a keeper. Very easy to drive quickly without the pendulum feel of a rear engined car. Gobs of traction no doubt aided by the 255/40/17s on the back. And I never thought I would get excited about driving a 4 cylinder but the 3L 16V motor is fantastic. Great torque and acceleration through corners that I think will make this car a blast on the track.

I'm very happy with the car so far. She's mechanically sound and runs strong. Will be doing the motor mounts and the belts/tensioner in the next few weeks to make sure they are up to date. I'm planning to start DE work this year and will start working through the suspension and safety bits soon. Thanks to all of you that contribute your knowledge of these great cars and how to maintain them. Searching on Rennlist and the other 968 sources on the web made the decision easy. Clearly a knowledgeable group of enthusiasts who are passionate/fanatical about the breed. Looking forward to joining the madness. Here's the required pic.

DHC6

Very nice car, and welcome back to the addiction.

Darwantae951

I really like 968s. Welcome back! How many miles does she have?

fittrjoe

sweeeet...
im jealous.
how many miles on her. just curious.?

1990 944 s2 cab triple black clock @ 89000 fresh everything
next p-car a 968

pontifex4

That's a pretty car! As I'm sure you've been hearing, it's worth looking at the cam chain tensioner (under the valve cover -- the plastic pads which the chain between the two cams runs on) when you do the belts.

Good luck!

V2Rocket

cue odu talking about how this car needs a chevy v8 to be the ultimate car, again...5..4...and post pictures of his cat

odurandina

yes indeed, every car should have a V8....

http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2006/07/v8s-rule/


unless of course, you happen to be in the market for my engine. (then we can make an exception).


anyway, you have a very cool wife. welcome to the party, Pal...



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Damian in NJ

Welcome aboard; we've got an active 968 specific board here on RL as well.

arthropraxis

That looks like a very clean car. Good find. Any interior pics?

ARM993

Thanks for the comments guys. Car has 103k miles and has been locally owned by the two previous owners who both live within 15 minutes. I've had fun going over the car a couple of times this week. A few things to do but nothing too bad. Charlie, thanks for the feedback on the cam tensioners. I'll have a look when I get in there and do some proactive maintenance. Damian, I love that speed yellow cab. Did you have it down in Eureka Springs, Arkansas for Porsche Palooza in 06? Swear I've seen it in person.

ARM993

Thanks. Here's one.

ernie9468

Congrats & welcome, lot of peoples will balk at the 968 untill they start spirit driving one & find out it's one of the most balance car out there suspension & motor wise even in stock form,glad you love it.

944Ross

LOL... you beat me to it!

pmason

Nice car, welcome to the 968 owners

FRporscheman

Nice car, congrats and welcome!

968s are indeed a blast on the track. Or just about anywhere, except city streets!