I wanted share feedback on members who also have a 911 porsche carrera specifically mid 80's. I have a beautiful 86 911 Carrera and looking to upgrade my fun/satisfaction to a speedster. I want to truly know what car you like best over all.
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Yes , I have an 87 911 and a subie speedster.
Cars are similar in feel.
Both very basic automobiles.
Pedals very similar.
Are you looking to add to fleet or replace?
Where are you located?
I have an '86 Carrera coupe and a Beck Speedster. I consider the Carrera the Cadillac of the two. Two distinctly different handling cars. I can drive for 12 straight hours or more in the Carrera. 4-5 hours maximum in the Speedster. But the Speedster gets more attention. IF I had to chose, I would keep the 911.
Jeff,
That is a difficult question to answer. The word "like" is not the car that is always the easiest to live with. Its kinda like a few of the girls I dated in my early twenties. I liked them a lot in fact one was a smoking hot bikini model but she was a crazy biotch (most of the super hot ones are, right). That's not the girl I could live with and call my wife and mother of my kids.
That said, it really depends on where you live and how you use your car. I upgraded to a Intermeccanica D with cushy Roadster seats and a H20 engine. Some would call it the "Cadillac 356" like Rich said about his 911 but its more of a 356 GT car that falls in between a Speedster and a Cabriolet.
356 is more Fun IMHO but in most cases does not perform like a mid 80's 911. So where do you live and what are you using the car for? Sunday cruises and car shows, after work 30 minute vacations, or more of a regular use car?
Jeff,
That is a difficult question to answer. The word "like" is not the car that is always the easiest to live with. Its kinda like a few of the girls I dated in my early twenties. I liked them a lot in fact one was a smoking hot bikini model but she was a crazy biotch (most of the super hot ones are, right). That's not the girl I could live with and call my wife and mother of my kids.
That said, it really depends on where you live and how you use your car. I upgraded to a Intermeccanica D with cushy Roadster seats and a H20 engine. Some would call it the "Cadillac 356" like Rich said but its more of a 356 GT car that falls in between a Speedster and a Cabriolet.
356 is more Fun IMHO but in most cases does not perform like a mid 80's 911. So where do you live and what are you using the car for? Sunday cruises and car show, after work 30 minute vacations, or more of a regular use car?
I want a 911 older targa model but am not mechanically inclined and my bud who helps me keep my speedster going down the road is never enthusiastic about working on the vw power plant he is more of a ford guy mechanic. if you get a good older 911 just how expensive is it
to have as a toy compared to the speedster?
Jeff,
You just answered your own question. The speedster essence is about a feeling you get when you're cruising down the road. Investment, not so much unless you can buy the real thing and then you probably wouldn't drive it much. It's an investment in your lifestyle something that makes you feel good.
i agree, buy what makes you feel good, invest your money elsewhere.
The speedster is a definite smile maker every time i drive.
Since you have a low mileage 911 and probably want to keep it that way,
both cars are not great for daily driving.
If you want to take long drive, have airbags and a/c, then buy a modern car.
Jeff - I was member of PCA & POC for 25+ years with 7 different P-cars (356 through 911). Also owned many other sports, luxury, and high-end cars (like many of the other members/friends on this site).
Long story short, my replica Speedster is the most fun car I've ever owned. Don't get me wrong, I had lots of fun with those P-cars. But I don't miss driving those as much as I miss driving my VS Speedster (totaled in collision and being replaced by new build)! 
As with anything else, its a personal preference.
Your mileage may vary!
Like Jim I have had many high end cars 914 thru 930 turbo, BMW etc, the speedsters I owned were the most fun. I recently sold mine...due to back issues
