Guys,

I'm seriously considering getting a 356 coupe as a garage queen / summer trip car. Anyone with specific 356 coupe experience that can give me any helpful tips?

- What should I be looking for in a car for sale, and how difficult are they to maintain?
- Spare parts shoul be fairly inexpensive I presume given the VW heritage but what about repair costs if you're not skilled with a wrench and hammer?
- weak spots, no-no´s or any other general things to look out for?

Thanks in advance...

 

No idea. But if you can, you should get one. My Mrs LOVES them, in fact it's the only Porsche that she goes nuts for.

And as far as I understand (a mate's father has two) they are fairly easy to maintain, not too costly and reliable.

 

Mate I would get a convertible checkout this link for more info


Porsche 356 Registry

 

I'd love a convertible but sadly it's a little out of my budget for a garage car. Thanks for the tip on the registry though, very informative.

 

Anytime

 

Wow, very cool - good luck with your search! Let me know if you need eyes and ears on this side of the country, I think there's one or two around here.

 

How about a 550 spyder replica?

My father and I just bought one and it's tons of fun. Fairly inexpensive, cheap to maintain and a perfect weekend car that puts a smile on your face every time you drive it.

-ari

 

+1 I've seen Ari's car in person and it looks & sounds the part Such a sweet car.
Ari I made you an avatar but must've forgotten to send it to you (I have it at work and I won't be back untill wednesday though)

 

Cool, thanks

 

Sweet, thanks for the help. Looking at a company that imports from the US and a few tempting offers at the moment. Still, need to persuade the girlfriend and secure a good garage first but once you start dreaming - it's difficult to stop