A popular PCA member benefit is The Mart, the club’s classifieds section online and in each issue of Porsche Panorama. Mart Fresh is a bi-weekly column in which we pick what we think are the "freshest" Porsches currently available, and then attempt to explain ourreasoning. Only PCA members and Test Drive program participants have access to seller contact information. Always invest in a pre-purchase inspection for any Porsche you may consider, as seller descriptions and pictures don’t always tell the full story.
1974 Porsche 914 2.0 - $26,500
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Should I cut bait and move ahead with something like this?
Some of you may know I disassembled my 1973 914 in 2008. It’s a rust-free car with a then newly rebuilt engine. Due to life and time constraints I haven’t been able to put it back together. So, should I sell it as parts and maybe buy something like this that is ready to go? Very tempting.
Check out this 1974 914 in yellow over black. From the photos it looks to be in fantastic condition. The paint looks just about perfect and the interior is incredibly clean and well sorted. The chrome and stainless trim also shine brightly. The owner states the engine was rebuilt 20,000 miles ago. The rebuild ditched the fuel injection and now runs new cylinders and flat-top pistons, carb cam, Weber IDF carburetors, SS heat exchangers, and a SS Bursch exhaust.
The reason why it looks so good is thatat 111,000 miles the car was fully disassembled, rust spots repaired, repainted inside and out, with anew interior andside sails installed. Upgrades include BMW front brakes (a popular setup), 19-mm brake master cylinder, Bilstein shocks, and a rebuilt transmission.
A '70s 914 is about as analog of a driving experience as it gets without breaking the bank. Despite its relatively low horsepower, its wide track and light weight makes itextremely fun to drive at the limit.
Ask for records and get a pre-purchase inspectionwith a mechanic that knows 914s well. Perfect open top ride for upcoming leaf-peeping season. — Vu Nguyen, Executive Director, Porsche Club of America
1986 Porsche 944 Turbo - $27,700
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The 944 Turbo, or Type 951,was one of the few cars to challenge the primacy of the 911 in the Porsche lineup. In many respects, it was the 3.2-literCarrera's match, if not better. It remains an important and desirable car from Porsche's transaxle era. Maintenance, however, can be expensive, with a clutch job being among the most dreaded. Therefore, when an excellent and obsessively maintained example pops up, it's noteworthy. This is one of those cars. With just 87,000 miles and thousands in recent work, and a few tasteful upgrades, it demands your attention if you're in the market for a 944 Turbo. I wish I was, I think this car will make its new owner very happy. — Rob Sass, Editor in Chief and Director of Content, Porsche Panorama and PCA.org
The transition from 356 to 911 wasn’t the smoothest for Porsche. Just like today with battery-powered Porsches, there were those who proclaimed that Porsche lost its way and that 1965 was the last year a real Porsche was built. The 911, with its heavier engine than the 356, made new drivers familiar with the term "lift-throttle oversteer."In the 1980s, Porsche buyer's guides would steer you away from these early, short wheelbase models and instead focus on the 1969-and-later versions. Plus, finding parts for these early models was also a challenge. Thus, you could pick up these pre-1967 911s for a song. Of course, that’s no longer the case. As Porsche celebrated 60 years of the 911, the early models are on every collector’s list. The model in this ad looks like it comes straight out of a Porsche advertisement of that era. Polo Red with a black interior (honestly, a Pepita interior would’ve been perfect).Is it fast? Not when you compare it to current models, but with 130 horsepower, it would have no problem keeping up with traffic.Don’t buy thiscar if you’re an introvert. Wherever you drive it, people are going to ask questions. How often do you see a pre-1970 911?If you’re looking for a birth year Porsche, those born in 1966 no longer have any excuses, here’s your ride. If you’re not familiar with these early cars, ask your Region if there’s anyone who can give you a ride or, better yet, will let you drive theirs.If you decide to buy one, take someone who is familiar with these cars with you. Having the right parts from 1966 is key to their value. Many short wheelbase 911s will share parts, but they were changing things so rapidly back then, you want to keep yours as original as possible. — Manny Alban, Technical Director, Porsche Club of America
2023 Porsche Macan T - $59,900
This is one of the last internal-combustion-engined Macans, and it might be the one to have. It's The Macan T, specifically, meaning it has the base-spec 261-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder with a bunch of bits to make it go and feel faster. It gets specially tuned PASM Sport suspension that lowers the SUV 15mm compated to the standard Macan. This one has the optional 14-way Sport Seats. A heated multifunction steering wheel and Sport Chrono Package were also standard. This one also has the Premium Package. Don't wait for a new one, get this Macan T today for a huge discount off MSRP!— Damon Lowney, Digital Media Coordinator, Porsche Club of America
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