944t cab or 968 Cab

[944Turbo]

I am looking at a cab at the moment, have found a reasonable condition 944t and a newer 968 for similar money.

Whilst I don't really like the shape of a coupe 968 over a 944 I do like the cab.

So assuming similar bodywork condition / mileage / history / price in your opinion whats the adv / disadvantages of both?

Turbo will remain relatively standard, maybe 300BHP

Cheers,
Tony

 

[poprock]

I would assume the 944T cab is going to hold value better, being so rare.

That aside, I would think it's down to your personal preference between the two different engine characters.

 

[ukmastiff]

The 968 is in the end the ultimate developement of the 944 so , if you are looking for the most refined drive I'd say the 968.

If however you are looking for an earlier 'classic' then maybe a 944. It really is totally down to preference and for my mind depends in part on whether or not you have had any 944's yet or not.

Just go buy something and enjoy it I say, they are all great in their own way []

Mas

 

[Diver944]

944T Cab all the way [8D][8D][8D]

The feel of the boost with the wind in your face is even more addictive and T Cabs are so rare that good ones will always be in demand

 

[pauljmcnulty]

The feel of the boost with the wind in your face is even more addictive and T Cabs are so rare that good ones will always be in demand

One possible thing is that they are seen as the "rarest" 944, and thus the most collectible. So, originality and low miles are going to count for all if you want to keep the value up. Tweaking it, and actually using it, will drop it's value significantly. Not a reason to discount buying one, it's just worth considering.

 

[TTM]

944T cab will be at least as pleasant to drive at low speeds as the 968 if fitted with the usual chipset, 3 bar FPR, shimmed wastegate, etc but will not feel gutless when giving it some.

Do you want something different in character than the turbo or just a topless version?
While I'd naturally lean towards the turbo cab I'd find difficult justifying a car too similar to the coupé...[8|]

 

[sawood12]

ORIGINAL: ukmastiff

The 968 is in the end the ultimate developement of the 944

Ultimate? A bit strong. Shares the same suspension, inferior brakes to a turbo (unless you have a 968 with M030 which are quite rare), heavier. I really fail to see how it is anything but a facelifted 944, marmite looks. Not dissing them, saying this is like saying my wife is a facelifted version of Cindy Crawford (which unfortunately she isn't!!), but ultimate is certainly a bit strong.

Having said that, unless the rareness of a 944T cab appeals i'd go for the 968 cab. The 968 cab I think is a better looking car and I can't imagine that the soft and flexible chassis will get the best out of the turbo engine. For me cabs are about cruising, kicking back, relaxing and enjoying the open road rather than tearing up and down B-roads after thrills. No need for a laggy turbo engine for cruising. In fact i'd go a step further and say that if I were after a cab i'd go for a 968 tip.

 

[rcsalmons]

944T cab all the way, you will feel underwhelmed by the lack of power in a 968 after having a 944T.

Rich

 

[pauljmcnulty]

944T cab all the way, you will feel underwhelmed by the lack of power in a 968 after having a 944T.

Rubbish! Scott is entirely correct, the cabs are for cruising and don't suit the turbo characteristics at all. [&:]

This was something we discussed at length in a pub once. The turbo cab is seen as the most desirable 944 varient despite being, arguably, the most compromised 944. I'm a great fan of the cab, I think it's one of the best designs of all time, but to me it's supposed to be a relaxing car. The S2 engine, or the 968, suit a wobbly cab better.

 

[Northern924]

I'm not saying this to play Deil's advocat, but I would go with the 968 for the simple reason that if you want a Turbo, buy a coupe, the shell of a cab just isn't up to the job of showing what the Turbo engine is really all about.

The 968 has a smooth 3ltr engine more suited to the whole cabriolet experience, and fron the drivers seat it doesn't look any different [8D]

 

[rcsalmons]

ORIGINAL: pauljmcnulty

944T cab all the way, you will feel underwhelmed by the lack of power in a 968 after having a 944T.

Rubbish! Scott is entirely correct, the cabs are for cruising and don't suit the turbo characteristics at all. [&:]

This was something we discussed at length in a pub once. The turbo cab is seen as the most desirable 944 varient despite being, arguably, the most compromised 944. I'm a great fan of the cab, I think it's one of the best designs of all time, but to me it's supposed to be a relaxing car. The S2 engine, or the 968, suit a wobbly cab better.

I guess your speaking from experience as always!!

Rich

 

[944Turbo]

Well the owner of the 944T cab decided my offer was ok after all so its a 944T cab in Titanium.

The 968 I was considering is well priced http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1799691.htm but haven't seen it and wasn't looking forward to travelling to Scotland to find out it wasn't as good as described - though the owner was very honest about a couple of minor blemishes on the phone.

To be honest I couldn't decide between the two so was just going to go with the best one I could find of either (not a tiptronic though!)
Some of you know I already have a turbo coupe (for about 10 years now) - some ways I am happier with the 944 as I have had mine in lots of small pieces before and managed to get it all back together, and it is rarer. I have a points induced need to drive slower so the open nature of the cab appeals.

Hope to pick it up on Monday,

Thanks for all the views - I enjoyed them!

Tony

 

[944Turbo]

pic

 

[pauljmcnulty]

I guess your speaking from experience as always!!

Rich

Yep, I've been in both an un-modified turbo cab and an S2 cab, and thought the S2 was more the way you expect a topless car to feel. The turbo was, in my opinion, compromised.

I can't imagine Tony will own his turbo cab long without addressing the usual turbo issues, and he'll end up with a very good turbo cab. As I said, this will affect it's value as a collectable classic, but I'd rather see it improved and used.

Mostly, I'm not talking from experience. Just collating the combined experience from the Club members, posters on this forum, and other forums. It's kind of what you do with a Register, sorry if you don't think I'm any good at it.....[&o]

 

[Diver944]

Awesome [8D][8D][8D]

One of the best rides I have ever had was in the black Turbo Cab in Bournemouth tuned to over 400bhp!

Pop straight round to see me when you pick it up - I guarantee good weather []

 

[rcsalmons]

Nice one Tony!

Paul - I've got to say I think you all do a good job.

Rich

 

[andy watson]

Tony,

The Cab looks a beauty, bet you can't wait till Monday good luck with your new toy

Just take the lead out of the right foot[][]

Cheers

 

[944 man]

The Turbo Cabriolet wasnt a brilliant car (in practice), so Id go for a 968; whichll also be far cheaper (than a 968 coupe, too).

 

[Neil Haughey]

Nice one Tony. However for me cabs are all about the top down experience at moderate speeds, in that way something which can really add to the experience is a fruity sounding motor so for me it would be something like an Audi S4 (v8 one), so that way you get a nice v8 burble whilst cruising around.

The guys talking about a cab not needing to be fast are IMHO spot on. I drive Stephs MX-5 all the time, really doesn't need to be any faster but it would be about 200% better if it had a great sounding engine like a fruity v6.

 

[Big Dave]

Well my view is defo a 968 cabrio, as ive owned one as a daily driver for a good 4 years,
BUT
as ive now seen a pic of the 944T cab, it looks a real nice car...
Just THE right colour, I bet thats a rare colour for a 944 let alone a turbo cab...[8D][8D][8D]
Happy days...