1990 Porsche 911

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1990 Porsche 911

Average Rating
4.8 out of 5
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Comfort:4.4 out of 5
Performance:4.6 out of 5
Exterior Styling:5.0 out of 5
Interior Design:4.4 out of 5
Value for the Money:4.2 out of 5
Reliability:3.8 out of 5

5 out of 5 people would recommended this car to a friend

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911 EXPERIENCE

by JETMORE
from SOLOMONS, MD | June 20, 2012

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(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"I BOUGHT MINE AFTER A LOT OF RESEARCH. WITHOUT A DOUBT, THE MOST FUN CAR EVER TO DRIVE. NOT NECESSARILY THE "FASTEST" BUT MOST FUN, BY FAR. STAY WITH THE OLDER AIRCOOLED CARS. THEY ARE EASIER TO WORK ON, PARTS ARE CHEAPER, AND THEY SOUND COOLER. THE MOTORS WILL TAKE A BEATING IF YOU GO WITH 1978 AND NEWER AIR COOLED MOTOR."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting

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3 out of 3 found this review helpful

the best of the best

by mike
from Oregon | January 2, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"its the most fun car I have own. am old school, I like the the old cars best, and the porsche is best for me. If you start looking for a sports car check out the porsche. all the 911 any year are great."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

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no substitute

by amp1990
from DE | December 18, 2010

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"fast - exceptional handling - aggressive looks - easy to maintain. Very affordable "super car" and just a matter of being patient - look around but let me warn that once you drive a porsche....you'll be hooked."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

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3 out of 4 found this review helpful

Good, solid sports car

by Moneyburner
from Alaska | December 7, 2008

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Handling: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 3 out of 5
Features: 3 out of 5
Value for the Money: 3 out of 5
Reliability: 3 out of 5

"I have a 1990 Carrera 4 coupe that I will drive until they take away my license. They require superior mechanical skills to maintain, and parts are expensive unless you have relatives in Germany. No, they're still expensive. Who cares? I drove mine from Alabama to Alaska in temperatures from 90 to minus 55, no worries. The 964's require a specific diagnostic tester that you or your mechanic MUST have to properly care for this car. (they cost around $3000 if you can find someone dumb enough to sell it to you - definitely not a do-it-yourself car, unless you have formal training) If you're considering one, make sure someone local has one, or you're going to have a hard time taking care of it. They are neither common nor cheap. (this was before OBD-II). It is called a Bosch Hammer (due to it's shape). The age of the car also suggests that the airbags are due for replacement; this is also expensive. Get a dealer or a very experienced mechanic to do a pre-buy inspection. The right-hand cams seem to have a problem getting oil when they've sat too long, and replacing them costs thousands. They need to be run often to prevent this. The battery will die if you neglect the car for a few days. I think this is intentional on the part of the car because it gets bored sitting around not being driven. Carefully search for the one you like, get a comprehensive inspection done, then drive it 300,000 miles. You'll want nothing else. Ever. Get the book called "The Porsche Companion" and read it before buying. Cheers; Mike"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

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9 out of 10 found this review helpful

My car for the past 18 years!

by Skip
from Wilton, CTY | February 15, 2008

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 3 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Handling: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Features: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"180,000 miles and going strong. I use her all year long and never baby her. I would never give her up unless to replace with one with fewer miles."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A

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