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#1007 of 2048 Re: What to do? / 911 Turbo [msabba] by redsoxgirl Oct 09, 2006 (1:34 pm)
Replying to: msabba (Oct 09, 2006 7:27 am) Did you ever decide between the C2S and the Turbo?   Sorry for keeping you in suspense. And the answer is.....C2S..... with a large dose of frustration for the dealer having wasted my time.   I had pretty much decided on the Turbo, but was getting nervous about the delivery date slipping (now mid November). I asked the sales manager to see the actual order documentation / verification from Porsche. As it turned out, the incoming Turbo does NOT have the optional sport chrono / overboost option. I had asked that specific question at least twice when we were going over the options. Shame on me for not figuring out that the MSRP I was being quoted was about $2,000 too low.   But no real regrets. I still hadn't convinced myself that the Turbo would be a good daily driver. And, after complaining to the general manager about the stupid mix up, he knocked another $1,000 off my car. Which should be in this Friday (yes, the 13th).   P.S. Can someone tell me what would possess someone paying roughly $45k more for a Turbo over a C2S to NOT check the $1,840 sport chrono that provides overboost from 460 to 505 ft lbs of torque? Not to mention faster throttle response and firmer braking. That's unbelievable.
#1008 of 2048 redsoxgirl you did the right thing by w210 Oct 09, 2006 (9:23 pm)
It will be a sin to order a turbo without the sports chrono so you made a good move walking away.
#1009 of 2048 Re: Porsch Spare [pathdoc] by porschetarga4s Oct 10, 2006 (11:44 am)
Replying to: pathdoc (Oct 06, 2004 9:13 am) You aren't going to get a spare tire in a 911 because there isn't anyplace to put one. Period. And have you priced the run-flat tires you'd like Porsche to use instead? $$$$ and you have to have rims that are designed to use them so they don't fall off or shred.
#1010 of 2048 Re: Porsche spare [pathdoc] by porschetarga4s Oct 10, 2006 (11:49 am)
Replying to: pathdoc (Oct 06, 2004 11:31 am) You're not trying to claim that an old 914 or 911 can hold a candle to the engineering in a new 997 are you? Besides, if you really want to carry a full size spare, you can always put the thing in the front trunk of a 997 and not carry luggage there. Replies to this message: kyfdx (Oct 10, 2006 11:51 am)
#1011 of 2048 Re: Porsche spare [porschetarga4s] by kyfdx HOST Oct 10, 2006 (11:51 am)
Replying to: porschetarga4s (Oct 10, 2006 11:49 am) pathdoc isn't likely to reply... He posted that message about two years ago...
#1012 of 2048 Re: buying a Porsche [habitat1] by porschetarga4s Oct 10, 2006 (12:04 pm)
Replying to: habitat1 (Apr 05, 2005 5:36 pm) I have just been through the process of ordering a 997 Targa 4S. The car has a base price of $95,900. With a ton of options (including custom paint, full leather, and all of the dark wood [Makassar] options, as well as 20 others on the extensive list) the price became $125k plus tax and license. The dealer [Beechmont Porsche in Cincinnati, OH] gave me a $5,000. discount and split the cost of enclosed trailer transport to California. If you need to buy a Porsche, I highly recommend Bruce Harnish. Don in Folsom, CA Replies to this message: newbe3 (Oct 16, 2006 10:34 am) spiritinthesky (Oct 17, 2006 5:24 am) newbe3 (Oct 17, 2006 3:38 pm) and 18 more... newbe3 (Oct 17, 2006 3:40 pm)
#1013 of 2048 redsoxgirl, porschetarga4s by spiritinthesky Oct 10, 2006 (3:35 pm)
redsoxgirl,   I agree with W210, you did the right thing on passing on a Turbo w/o sport-chrono. I asked my dealer about it and he said he was unaware of any Turbos that had come in without that option in his entire region (Northeast). My dealer would not order a Turbo without sport chrono without at least a $10k non-refundable deposit. It will be hell to re-sell if the orignial buyer walks.   porschetarga4s,   It sounds like you've ordered quite a car. But I hate to burst your bubble, that is not a very good discount. There is at least a 13% dealer mark-up on the car and options. My dealer indicated that he would give an 8% discount on such a car, which would work out to $10k. If you are so inclined, ask Don at Bruce Hornish to give you a better deal. With all of the options you are loading up on that car, you deserve it.   Also, just curious, why $125k for a Targa 4S when you can get a Turbo for $130k-135k?? Even the future Turbo Cab should only come in at around $140-145k Replies to this message: blckislandguy (Oct 10, 2006 7:13 pm)
#1014 of 2048 Re: redsoxgirl, porschetarga4s [spiritinthesky] by blckislandguy Oct 10, 2006 (7:13 pm)
Replying to: spiritinthesky (Oct 10, 2006 3:35 pm) Porschetarga4S,   ditto on the comment on the "discount" and double ditto on the questions
#1015 of 2048 Re: What to do? / 911 Turbo [habitat1] by ifpsken Oct 11, 2006 (9:52 am)
Replying to: habitat1 (Oct 03, 2006 10:07 am) Habitat: I put a fair amount of miles on the TT this weekend, it is now up to 850 miles. During my lengthy drive on Sat I switched a few times between sport and comfort for the sole purpose of trying to compare the comfort of the 997tt vs the 996tt. At the default comfort setting, the ride is definitely more comfortable than the 996tt, in Sport it is definitely more firm/harsh than the 996tt. It would be a very acceptable daily driver with regard to comfort.   Redsox girl: Congratulations on your decision! Even though the Sport Chrono was not an option, I believe that you would have thoroughly enjoyed the power of the TT. But as an only car, I believe the storage limitation would have been a sore subject for your ownership period.   I, for the first time, jumped on it, from a standstill 1st and second gear, shifting out of 1st at about 5700rpm on Sat and..... WHAT A THRILL!!!! Obviously, I have never experienced this kind of power before so it was quite exhilarating! Perhaps I should try Willow Springs after the break-in!?!
#1016 of 2048 2001 911 Turbo-Advice sought please. by erichochman Oct 12, 2006 (10:31 am)
hi,   i am still in the hunt for my dream car. i was thinking of stepping up into a 2001 911 Turbo with very low miles.   questions   1. its a non porsche dealer. (they sell exotics and have been around forever, but nonetheless, not an authorized dealer. is there a drawback to buying an expensive car like this?   2. how dependable were the 2001 Turbos? did they also have the rms leak?   3. the price is $74,000.00 even and it only has 9000 miles on it. is this a fair price?   4. is the maintenence much much higher on a turbo than a non-turbo or about the same ie oil change, tuneup?   any other thoughts about the 2001 turbo would be helpful.   thanks very much   eric Replies to this message: habitat1 (Oct 12, 2006 1:11 pm) gottschalk (Oct 12, 2006 7:14 pm) erichochman (Oct 13, 2006 5:35 am)

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