Cars. What does the typical audiophile drive?

Whart said...

The 993 and earlier platforms are, in my estimation, the ticket

Damn Straight!

IMHO if you are looking for a true sports car the 1970 to 1973 911s are the ticket.
After having driving several 911 from the 80s and the 90s I bought a 1973 RS.
The car was the same price as the used 911 cars vintage 95 and 96s.
I know for many this is too crude of a car to drive, but if the driving expieriance and the feedback to the the driver is important with no masking effects that this is the car to enjoy. I could not drive this car everyday, but when the sun is out.............
The later model years are too heavy, not responsive and just too conservative for my driving style. The newer 911s are great GT cars but not true sports cars.
This is my opinion, your milage may vary.

Rugyb- a 1973 RS is a holy grail type of 911, surely you bought it opportunistically- today, the price is astronomical for a factory RS of that vintage.

Whart
Yes I did get it at a fair price 10 years ago.
I am the third owner, the seller had the car for 21 years. When I bought the car it came with the complete log book from the original owner along with every dollar ever spent on the car.
The car is a thrill to drive and it is a magnet where ever we go.
Seeing you car on your system I am sure you know what I mean.

1. Jaguar XJ6 TDVi
2. The new Jaguar XF
3. Aston Martin DBS (any Aston come to think of it!!)
The Jag is great for wafting around in and the economy is amazing, 35+ mpg average but 40+ mpg on a decent run! But for sheer class and oozability the new Aston Martins are drop dead gorgeous, quick enough for little ole UK, and even when your not driving it but just admiring it on the drive........oh what dreams are made of!!!
Still when we bought the Jag I asked if I could drive a DB9, and to my surprise the dealership in Cardiff were only too happy to let me. And WOW did I enjoy the moment. Now lets just check those lottery numbers again!!