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  • 64 Pages
  • 117 Photos & Illustrations
  • Paperback
  • Colour
  • Published in 2012
  • Part of the The Essential Buyer's Guide Series
Porsche 930 Turbo & 911 (930 ) Turbo: Coupé. Targa, Cabriolet, classic & slant-nose models: 1975 to 1989 - The Essential Buyer's Guide
By Adrian Streather

Features

• Like having a real marque expert at your side – benefit from years of real ownership experience
• Full coverage of all 911 turbocharged models in the model years covered
• Where and how to buy a model year 1975 to 1989 turbocharged 911
• Advice on choosing the right model and condition
• Key checks – how to spot a bad car quickly
• Comprehensive inspection guide with unique points system
• In-depth analysis of strengths and weaknesses
• Discussion of desirable upgrades as well as modifications to avoid.
Market and value data
• Details of club back-up and support organizations
• Market and value data

Description

Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from the author’s years of real ownership experience, learn how to spot a bad car quickly, and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!

Synopsis

Stop!
Don’t buy a Porsche 930 Turbo without buying this book first!
Packed with good advice from running costs, paperwork, vital statistics, valuation and the Porsche community, right through to whether your Porsche 930 will fit in your garage and indeed, with your lifestyle. This is the complete guide to choosing, assessing and buying the Porsche 930 of your dreams.

Additional Information

Period covered: 1975 to 1989
Models covered:
911(930) Turbo Coupé
911 (930) Targa
911(930) Cabriolet
Special versions

Models not covered:
The 911 (930) Turbo was banned in the USA from model years 1980 to 1985 inclusive, but “grey market” 911 (930) Turbo models were imported into the USA during this period.
Table of Contents

Introduction & thanks
– the purpose of this book

1 Is it the right car for you?
– marriage guidance

2 Cost considerations
– affordable, or a money pit?

3 Living with a 930/911 (930) Turbo
– will you get along together?

4 Relative values
– which model for you?

5 Before you view
– be well informed

6 Inspection equipment
– these items will really help

7 Fifteen minute evaluation
– walk away or stay?

8 Key points
– where to look for problems

9 Serious evaluation
– 60 minutes for years of enjoyment

10 Auctions
– sold! Another way to buy your dream

11 Paperwork
– correct documentation is essential!

12 What’s it worth?
– let your head rule your heart

13 Do you really want to restore?
– it’ll take longer and cost more than you think

14 Paint problems
– bad complexion, including dimples, pimples and bubbles

15 Problems due to lack of use
– just like their owners, Porsche 930/911 (930) Turbos need exercise!

16 The Community
– key people, organisations and companies in the Porsche world

17 Vital statistics
– essential data at your fingertips