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Porsche – there is no substitute. It may be an outmoded saying, but to most auto enthusiasts Porsche is synonymous with “sports car.” The German auto maker has been turning out its line of fast, well-designed cars since 1948—from the first ideas dreamed about by founder Professor Ferdinand Porsche at the turn of the century. Since 1948, Porsche cars have been in great demand by the affluent, knowledgeable collectors and speed demons everywhere.

Just mentioning the name Porsche in a classic car discussion will get plenty of knowing nods, but the true Porsche lover will throw out Boxster, or 911 Targa when describing a particular classic. Since Porsche’s are considered luxury—an ... (more)

Porsche – there is no substitute. It may be an outmoded saying, but to most auto enthusiasts Porsche is synonymous with “sports car.” The German auto maker has been turning out its line of fast, well-designed cars since 1948—from the first ideas dreamed about by founder Professor Ferdinand Porsche at the turn of the century. Since 1948, Porsche cars have been in great demand by the affluent, knowledgeable collectors and speed demons everywhere.

Just mentioning the name Porsche in a classic car discussion will get plenty of knowing nods, but the true Porsche lover will throw out Boxster, or 911 Targa when describing a particular classic. Since Porsche’s are considered luxury—and classic—they are not widely available, only adding to the mystique. So, if you want to be a Porsche owner, you have to know your types and you have to know where to get them!

Since the first Porsche 356 Series rolled off the line in 1948, the revered car maker has added many innovative designs, some becoming instant classics (like the Spyder that James Dean was driving when he died). Many classic Porsches like the Spyder are for sale, with serious collectors scooping them up. When looking for a new Porsche, though, you have the following models to consider and maybe test drive:

Boxster (S)

Cayman (S)

911 Carrera

911 Targa

911 Turbo

Cayenne

Cayenne Turbo

Finding a Porsche dealer isn’t difficult, but they are not as common as GM or Toyota dealers. In fact, there are fewer than 30 Porsche dealers in the whole state of California, one of most populous (and affluent). Porsche further sub-divides its dealers by having “Premier” dealerships, of which there are only 25 in all of North America (6 in California). Only four states don’t have a Porsche dealer (Arkansas, Montana, South Dakota and Wyoming) and the rest have at least one. The Porsche website will allow you to customize your dream vehicle, and find out what your payments will be, but you still have to go to a dealer to buy one.

Once you have found a Porsche dealer, be prepared for detailed questions about your income and reasons for owning one as well. They aren’t cheap, but they are classic!


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