The Porsche motor company make some of the most beautiful cars in the world. From the sporty Boxster to the more robust and eco-friendly Cayene Hybrid, the name Porsche is synonymous with great car design. If you are lucky enough to own one of the Porsche 911 series, you may be able to have your car repaired under warranty by taking it to your local Porsche dealership. However, if you have a used Porsche 911, finding spare parts yourself may mean you need to know the best places to look. The first thing to do when searching for spare parts is to be absolutely sure which 911 model you own. There are currently 17 different models of Porsche 911, divided into 4 basic types. These 4 types are the Carrera, the Targa, the Turbo and the GT3. While some parts may fit more than one 911 type, it is always better to look for parts specifically for your type and model. Many people these days begin their search for spare car parts on-line. Simply by typing in “Porsche 911 spare parts” to a search engine of your choice, you will instantly see a number of companies who offer parts for Porsche cars. While the advantage of using the Internet to find the parts you are looking for is clear in that you have a number of sources at your fingertips, paying for and receiving the parts may prove more difficult. Remember that you will almost certainly have to pay sales tax at the rate set in the country you are purchasing the goods from. When buying goods from US and Canadian companies, the sales tax is likely to be added when you get to the checkout stage of your purchase. This means the ticket price is lower (considerably lower in many cases) than the price you actually pay. You may also be charged by your bank if you purchase goods overseas or in a foreign currency, even if you convert the currency on-line. A particularly well-laid out website is the Porsche Shop based in the UK. Specialist companies which focus on just one or two different makes of car are likely to offer the most reliable service and have the best deals on parts. The Porsche Shop web site is very clear, and operates a shopping basket system. It also give you the opportunity to view the price in Euros as well as British pounds, and has a handy link to a currency converter for other currencies. Another way to find spare parts for a Porsche 911 is to approach, or even join, an owner’s club. In the US, there is the national Porsche Owner’s Club, and the UK has several Porsche owner’s clubs including the Early 911S Registry. These are great places to meet other enthusiasts, gain some valuable knowledge about the cars, and also find spar parts at very reasonable prices. If you don’t want to join a club, but enjoy looking at classic cars of all kinds, you can try attending some of the car shows that occur during the summer months. Often county agricultural shows will also have a few classic and vintage cars on display. Where there are cars, there are usually crates of spare parts, and if you are lucky enough to find a working Porsche 911 at one of these shows, then the chances are good that they owner will have some spare parts or at least have a good idea of where else you can try. Part of the fun of owning a Porsche is keeping it in tip top condition by doing some of the basic repair and maintenance yourself. Having a good source for reasonably priced spare parts makes owning a Porsche even more enjoyable. Category:Home › Autos • Will the trend toward economy-size car models lead Americans back to buying smaller-sized cars? — part 2 • You should never use after-market auto parts when maintaining or fixing your car • Should a new car be rust-proofed? • Will the trend toward economy-size car models lead Americans back to buying smaller-sized cars? — part 1 • Five safest cars in North America • How to ensure your teen drives safely after getting a license • Pros and cons of using an hydrogen generator for your car • DIY automotive maintenance: How to change the oil
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