[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/the-cost-of-running-a-classic-porsche-911\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/the-cost-of-running-a-classic-porsche-911\/","headline":"The Cost of Running a Classic Porsche 911","name":"The Cost of Running a Classic Porsche 911","description":"What kind of running costs can be expected with a classic Porsche 911? Owning a classic Porsche 911 is a dream for many and with some models being available for what seems like a great bargain, it can be a huge temptation to dive in and make a compulsive purchase. However, these low hanging fruit may not be as \u201ccheap\u201d as you initially thought thanks to expensive repairs, rare parts and questionable reliability. We\u2019re here to discuss some of the […]","datePublished":"2019-04-29","dateModified":"2019-05-02","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Classic-Porsche-911-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Classic-Porsche-911-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/the-cost-of-running-a-classic-porsche-911\/","about":["Cars","CLASSIC CARS","LATEST CAR NEWS","Porsche"],"wordCount":793,"keywords":["classic Porsche","porsche","porsche 911"],"articleBody":"What kind of running costs can be expected with a classic Porsche 911? Owning a classic Porsche 911 is a dream for many and with some models being available for what seems like a great bargain, it can be a huge temptation to dive in and make a compulsive purchase. However, these low hanging fruit may not be as \u201ccheap\u201d as you initially thought thanks to expensive repairs, rare parts and questionable reliability. We\u2019re here to discuss some of the costs of running a classic Porsche 911 from the 70s, 80s or 90s and what kind of costs you can expect to incur as an owner of one of the most iconic sports cars to ever exist. Before buyingIf you\u2019ve already dived right in and purchased a classic 911 then you\u2019ll want to skip to the next step of praying there are no hidden faults in it. Also, if you\u2019re looking for a reputable insurer for your classic, head on over to our friends at Peter Best Insurance Services for the best classic car insurance available. On the other hand, if you\u2019re yet to buy a classic Porsche 911 then it\u2019s time to talk about the most important step in the whole process: buying the right car. Before forking out thousands on a car we advise spending a little money in hiring an expert\u2019s help. Whether it be a specialist mechanic, bodyworks professional or even a classic car tradesman, you need to have someone with some experience and knowledge on what to look out for by your side when viewing these cars.For example, only an expert would know that a 996 is known for having an engine part that can fail without warning and destroy the rest of the engine in the process. If you buy one and realise further down the line that there\u2019s a problem with the engine or an infestation of rust and you\u2019ll be paying out thousands of pounds for something that could\u2019ve been avoided. Chances are, those \u201cbargain\u201d classic 911s that you see for sale all have something wrong with them. The much safer bet would be to pay extra and buy the more expensive examples that have clearly been taken good care of over the decades by previous owners that truly loved the car. If you do decide to buy a riskier, cheaper example, make sure to take it to a specialist to get it inspected before you buy. They\u2019re not cheap, but classic 911s won\u2019t punish your wallet too badlyAnecdotes indicate that yearly maintenance costs, excluding odd work such as paint jobs or engine fixes, will likely sit between \u00a31,000 and \u00a33,000 per year when driven 2,000 – 4,000 miles a year. A major service should cost around \u00a3700 for a Porsche 911 and fuel will cost a fair amount as well thanks to fuel economy being around 15 mpg. One or two grand doesn\u2019t sound too bad at all at first, but this cost is excluding the money you\u2019ll be spending on odd jobs. For example, turbochargers for a Porsche 993 (1994-98) cost \u00a32000 each and a limited slip differential for a Porsche 930 (1975-77) will cost around \u00a31100. These are the kinds of prices you can expect for specialist parts for your classic Porsche 911. Whether it’s a new turbocharger, replacing rusted bolts, bushings and bearings or a new lick of paint, costs will soon snowball into an amount that\u2019s 5 figures long. Basically, unless you\u2019ve bought a low mileage example which has been well cared for, you\u2019ll need a large \u2018emergency fund\u2019 for your used Porsche. For as low as \u00a315,000-\u00a320,000 you can get your hands on a classic 911 with around 100,000 miles on the clock, however, these examples often need major repairs and work done to them within the first couple of years of ownership. This price range is the bottom end of the market, so expect costly faults. Tax will be between \u00a3245 and \u00a3305 which isn\u2019t too shocking and insurance obviously varies widely between individuals (but for the best price visit PBIS!) so it\u2019s hard to give an estimate.If you\u2019re good with a wrench you\u2019ll save a lot of money doing jobs yourself, but no matter how good you are at playing mechanic the parts themselves will always be relatively pricey. It is a classic luxury sports car after all! Our advice is to aim to buy a classic Porsche with less than 120,000 miles on the clock because although they\u2019re fairly reliable for what they are, the engines aren\u2019t bulletproof and come across serious problems at around 150,000 miles. Don\u2019t buy the cheapest 911 available and most importantly, have the car inspected by someone who knows their classics well, ideally by an expert in classic 911s. 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