I have the opportunity to purchase a 1987 Porsche 944, 43,600 miles, automatic, looks to be in excellent condition. The guy is asking 6,500. Is that reasonable? I'm hoping to get him down to 4,000 or 4,500 - but is that too low?

The issue is I'm a college student, my father and I both have always loved Porsche, he has a 924. When I told him about this, I thought he'd be happy, but he's against me buying it. I think because I'm a chick and he doesn't want to be obligated to fix it when things go wrong. I know a little about cars, but certainly not enough to maintain an older Porsche. I understand they can be temperamental and it would be a second "summer" car, I have an already paid for reliable winter car.

IS this a good deal? And if it is, how can I break through to my father? He should at least test drive it with me....

Advise and suggestions appreciated. Thanks Guys.

 

I'm with your father. Wait until you are out of college and have a good income before you commit to owning and maintaining an old Porsche.

 

I agree with Lee. I have seen cheap porsche's (specifically 944's) bury people who have good jobs, let alone being in College. Wait until you graduate, get a good job, a dependable daily driver, then think about buying a P-car. There were a ton made, they will still be available for you in a few years