Porsche 964 – The modern classic!

Porsche 964 – The modern classic!

The Porsche 964 is the ‘nickname’ used by the company for the Porsche 991, one of the most iconic models of the company ever to have been made. It was produced and sold from 1989 to 1994 and Benjamin Dimson designed the model. This model stood out from the other upgraded versions of the 911 dues to its style and performance. The Porsche 964 was the primary model to have the Tiptronic automatic transmission as well as the all wheel drive option available.

A few years ago the Porsche 964 was not within the top ten in the used car market. However, today you will see that the Japanese auto auctions have a high demand for this beauty. Today, the 964 is receiving the attention it deserves and it is no longer in the shadow of its counterparts. Car lovers around world knows the worth and significance of this revolutionary model by Porsche.

When the Porsche 964 was introduced in 1989, it represented a significant advance in the carmaker’s engineering history. There was an 85% difference between the 911 classic, which was its predecessor. The 964 witnessed upgraded aerodynamics, ABS brakes, coil spring suspension, a fantastic air conditioning system, auto electric spoiler and a whopping 3.6 litre engine. At the time in the late 80’s this was quite a revolution in the performance car market.

Today, the Porsche 964 models that are available in the market are more than two decades old since the production halted in 1994. However, any car that you may come across in an auto auction Japan is most likely to be in sound condition. The Porsche 964 is a modern class and at a glance it’s a 911 with a lot more attitude. It’s not the exist sports car by Porsche from outside but it’s the fancy functions that attract drivers. It’s basically a flawless version of the 911 and the most powerful of the model’s versions.

The Porsche 964 is a much sought after collectible. And it’s a great investment to make too. Those with a knack for sports cars know it’s value especially the potential worth even after twenty years. If you are interested to buy a Porsche 364, an auto auction Japan is the best place for you to check. If you are simply buying the car because you love sports cars and want to own one, remember that this is definitely not the car for daily use. This car is powerful and noisy; the exhaust sound cool on the track but it may not be for the daily commute at 8am!

Before you make a purchase decision, do your groundwork. Check for a Japanese auction house to buy the car. There are many experienced Porsche owners out there. You can connect with them through online forum and learn the pros and cons of owning a Porsche 964. Many owners never want to resell these beauties and you rarely hear anyone complain about it. The running costs and the costs of upgrading are some areas you may want to look into if you are working with a tight budget.