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Hi I’m new here
I’ve been searching high and low for a 356 speedster of roadster D. Everything I’m finding is pretty much concourse condition. However I’m looking for a good driver car so that I can enjoy it. I’m not that interested in doing car shows etc so a driver fits the bill for me.
I’m not sure if I posted this in the correct section? Maybe I should have put it in the classifieds.
Anyways I’m looking forward to hanging out here and continuing my search.
Thanks
Chas
I’m not sure if I posted this in the correct section? Maybe I should have put it in the classifieds.
Anyways I’m looking forward to hanging out here and continuing my search.
Thanks
Chas
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Welcome to the club!
My advice is get as involved as possible in anything Porsche related. The car you're describing is the kind of car that shows up at events, a car that is driven and enjoyed. For example, I went to a fun race one weekend a few years back, the Peekskill Grand Prix, there were a couple of other 356's there, one was a driver Convertible D, just like what you're asking about.
Another recent good event was our own East Coast Holiday that happened a few weeks ago in Ocean City, NJ.
Get involved, make friends, the best cars never hit the open market, they sell quietly amongst friends. I know of a Speedster that was sold new in Philly, it is on it's 5th owner, and has never left a 20 mile area.
Last piece of advice, if you're serious about buying, make sure you money is liquid. A good deal will not wait a week to cash out a money market account.
My advice is get as involved as possible in anything Porsche related. The car you're describing is the kind of car that shows up at events, a car that is driven and enjoyed. For example, I went to a fun race one weekend a few years back, the Peekskill Grand Prix, there were a couple of other 356's there, one was a driver Convertible D, just like what you're asking about.
Another recent good event was our own East Coast Holiday that happened a few weeks ago in Ocean City, NJ.
Get involved, make friends, the best cars never hit the open market, they sell quietly amongst friends. I know of a Speedster that was sold new in Philly, it is on it's 5th owner, and has never left a 20 mile area.
Last piece of advice, if you're serious about buying, make sure you money is liquid. A good deal will not wait a week to cash out a money market account.
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Thanks Adam much appredicated advice.
Ill check the local chapter events.
Ill check the local chapter events.
“Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, beer in hand thoroughly worn out and screaming “HOLY ****" what a ride!”............Chas
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Touch base with the local club, Rich is a good friend of mine.Charles Robertson wrote:Thanks Adam much appredicated advice.
Ill check the local chapter events.
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Im on it
“Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, beer in hand thoroughly worn out and screaming “HOLY ****" what a ride!”............Chas
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Depending on where you are in Ohio there is a dedicated band of enthusiasts in the South headquartered in the Dayton/Cincy corridor.
https://dreistaatengruppe.com
https://dreistaatengruppe.com
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Cheers David
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My advice to your question is: Cast Your Net Wide. Get an electronic subscription to Hemmings Motor News. Check eBay regularly. Go to as many 356 club websites as you can and see if they have a classified section. Check the classifieds in you local paper. In the Resources section send e-mails to shops that work on 356's and tell them what you're looking for. Be ready to spring, but always have the car checked out before buying.
Good luck.
Good luck.
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/1960-Porsche-3 ... ctupt=true
Welcome to the Registry, Charles! Stay away from cars like this unless you are willing to go on a very expensive adventure
are you looking for a speedster/ convertible D or also a roadster? Roadster D is a bit confusing.
Welcome to the Registry, Charles! Stay away from cars like this unless you are willing to go on a very expensive adventure
are you looking for a speedster/ convertible D or also a roadster? Roadster D is a bit confusing.
Jules
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Water pumps are for windshield washers only.
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unfortunately even a driver quality roadster these days is over 100 thousand. In a previous thread there is a yellow one listed that would take over 100 grand to even begin to restore nicely, will be interesting to see for what it sells
Charles Robertson wrote:I’ve been searching high and low for a 356 speedster of roadster D. Everything I’m finding is pretty much concourse condition. However I’m looking for a good driver car so that I can enjoy it. I’m not that interested in doing car shows etc so a driver fits the bill for me.
I’m not sure if I posted this in the correct section? Maybe I should have put it in the classifieds.
Anyways I’m looking forward to hanging out here and continuing my search.
Thanks
Chas
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Charles, I sent you a private E-mail regarding cars for sale. Knowing you are new to the registry you may not be expecting an e-mail and it could got to your junk mail. If you PM me from the e-mail button I can give you more details.
If I had known I would live this long I would have pushed the envelope a little harder.
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Yeah Jules absolutely LOLJules Dielen wrote:https://www.ebay.com/itm/1960-Porsche-3 ... ctupt=true
Welcome to the Registry, Charles! Stay away from cars like this unless you are willing to go on a very expensive adventure
are you looking for a speedster/ convertible D or also a roadster? Roadster D is a bit confusing.
“Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, beer in hand thoroughly worn out and screaming “HOLY ****" what a ride!”............Chas
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Hi Chas
Welcome to the club. I believe if you make contact with people in your area you will find folks willing to help you in your search and a wealth of knowledge at your disposal.
Do not be in a hurry the "right" car will come along.
Hope to see you at a future event.
Curt
Welcome to the club. I believe if you make contact with people in your area you will find folks willing to help you in your search and a wealth of knowledge at your disposal.
Do not be in a hurry the "right" car will come along.
Hope to see you at a future event.
Curt
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Hi Chas,
Sent you an email about the Drei Staaten Gruppe here in southern Ohio.
Would be happy to help with your search.
We have a couple of really good experts in the Gruppe that would be happy to help guide you.
356 Regards,
Peter OpaX2 Boettcher
Sent you an email about the Drei Staaten Gruppe here in southern Ohio.
Would be happy to help with your search.
We have a couple of really good experts in the Gruppe that would be happy to help guide you.
356 Regards,
Peter OpaX2 Boettcher
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And there is a new Roadster in classifieds today. Nearing completion of restoration so not a driver maybe. https://porsche356registry.org/classifieds/23507
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