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#25 of 45 996 newbie to be needs advice by bullethead Jun 24, 2007 (10:04 am)
Greetings: I have sold my 2002 M3 convertible and my 2003 530i sedan so that the wife could get a Volvo XC-90 V8 for hauling around the kids and dogs...I am left with a mint 2000 Toyota Landcruiser and a void in my heart for a nice toy car... I am looking into the merits of a late model 1999-2003 911 Cabriolet (I believe the "version" is called the 996 in Porsche parlance). I would be most appreciative of amy general guidance that I could gain from the learned members of this forum. Thanks in advance.   Regards, BH Replies to this message: skobola (Aug 26, 2007 11:26 pm) fedlawman (Aug 27, 2007 6:38 am) skobola (Sep 02, 2007 3:45 pm) ehl (Aug 30, 2007 12:55 pm)
#26 of 45 Re: 996 newbie to be needs advice [bullethead] by skobola Aug 26, 2007 (11:26 pm)
Replying to: bullethead (Jun 24, 2007 10:04 am) Bullethead, I am in the same type of pondering! I thought that I will get myself a Targa, as it is not that common as the others, but then started reading about the 911-series, and have found that most Porsche enthusiasts think that the best one to have is a "plain" C2 with no additional stability controls, 4-wheel drives and such. Of course, there is a number of people who would gladly go for Turbos, which are insanely powerful, however, I believe that they are rather an overkill, because it would be very difficult to enjoy all this power in the US provided the traffic laws. Also, in that respect, even a "plain" C2 is plenty fast, powerful, that is, enough to put you in jail. Of course, there is a number of people who still prefer the air-cooled ones, which ended in 1998, type 993. Interestingly enough, the 993 looks pretty much close to the current 997 models, which are the 911-types from 2005 till now. If I would go for an old, air-cooled one, I would probably opt for the Strosek body, as it would add a very different look and thus make it more "special". Let us know what you have decided, or at least, I would like to find out. Replies to this message: fedlawman (Aug 27, 2007 6:38 am) skobola (Sep 02, 2007 3:45 pm)
#27 of 45 Re: 996 newbie to be needs advice [skobola] by fedlawman Aug 27, 2007 (6:38 am)
Replying to: skobola (Aug 26, 2007 11:26 pm) I thought you were doing OK until you mentioned Strosek. They are beyond hideous. Why anyone would spend so much money to destroy a Porsche is beyond me... Replies to this message: skobola (Sep 02, 2007 3:45 pm)
#28 of 45 2007 997 3.6 by trome Aug 29, 2007 (5:07 pm)
I had been shopping for a new car for over 4 months and considered everything from a 335i, 535i, 01 911 turbo, G35 coupe and even an E350. I have owned 4 other 911's over the last 12 yrs and deep down I knew that was the only car I would be happy with. I wanted a 997 but finding one at the price I wanted to pay was challenging! I am in Miami and my local S. Florida dealers simply did not want to deal. As it turns out I found a black/black 07' 997 brand new and got it for $66,800 (74.8 msrp). I am thrilled with it and would recommend it to anyone. Dealers should be discounting 07s by 10% or so. If your local dealer won't, find one who will. Igot tired of looking on autotrader.com and seeing some dealers asking 65k for an 05' with 25k miles. Get real! Replies to this message: habitat1 (Aug 30, 2007 7:10 pm) vwguild1 (Sep 01, 2007 1:22 pm) habitat1 (Sep 03, 2007 4:37 am)
#29 of 45 Re: 996 newbie to be needs advice [bullethead] by ehl Aug 30, 2007 (12:55 pm)
Replying to: bullethead (Jun 24, 2007 10:04 am) BH,   In case you are still looking... Each 911 generation has its own personality and all provide a great driving experience. The 996 although a “water cooler”, is more comfortable and slightly bigger than the preceding generation. I would stay away from 99-2001 MY, Porsche had some difficulties with rear main seal leaks, an expensive repair if out of warranty! For 2002 and up the 996 was revised with a new front fascia (looks better in my opinion) wider track, turbo headlights, much better exhaust sound and more HP. I have owned several 911's and again, they are a blast to drive. I like my 02 for its looks comfort and power. By the way the 02-04 MY is not completely off the list when it comes to RMS failures, mine is on its second RMS. Whichever model you choose insist on a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified independent Porsche service center or dealer. Take your time looking , there are enough 996 models out there so can afford to be picky. Good luck
#30 of 45 Re: 2007 997 3.6 [trome] by habitat1 Aug 30, 2007 (7:10 pm)
Replying to: trome (Aug 29, 2007 5:07 pm) That sounds like a great deal. But I'm surprised you were able to find a car with virtually no options? The lowest MSRP price on a 2007 911C2 I've seen at my dealer is pushing $80k, and it was still considered a lowly optioned car, without nav, leather, sport chrono, or any of the other common options. About all it had was xenons, power seats, bose, metallic paint, from what I recall.   I got about 10.5% off my 2005 911S Cab 2 years ago and have been happy ever since. Enjoy your ride.
#31 of 45 Re: 2007 997 3.6 [trome] by vwguild1 Sep 01, 2007 (1:22 pm)
Replying to: trome (Aug 29, 2007 5:07 pm) Probably not a very safe assumption to assume that because someone ordered a C2 with a Base Price and Destination of $73,260.00 and Triple Black in Miami that all Dealers are quite as desperate to find a home for their Sport Cars... Actually I am surprised that they didn't discount it more... Replies to this message: habitat1 (Sep 03, 2007 4:37 am)
#32 of 45 Re: 996 newbie to be needs advice [fedlawman] by skobola Sep 02, 2007 (3:45 pm)
Replying to: fedlawman (Aug 27, 2007 6:38 am) Well, I am not surprised with your opinion, as I went through a number of contrasting opinions, i.e., some people like it and some don't. I see it as making my Porsche different from others, and possibly not make it recognizable as an "old" (pre-1999) model. Also, my understanding is that Strosek also seems to increase the price of the car, so when one draws the line, it seems like a good option if one can get it for a reasonable price.
#33 of 45 Re: 2007 997 3.6 [vwguild1] by habitat1 Sep 03, 2007 (4:37 am)
Replying to: vwguild1 (Sep 01, 2007 1:22 pm) Actually I am surprised that they didn't discount it more...   Back when I bought (September 2005), it was a lot easier to get a bigger discount on a loaded 997 than one with minimal options. And when you look at resale values, a base 911 holds its value considerably better than a loaded one, especially one with customized interior colors, etc.   So I commend anyone disciplined enough to go for a black base C2 coupe at $67k. And if the Florida dealer had any sense, he might have looked at swapping it for a loaded, lighter color 911 up north. My dealer had a priswtine 2005 black/black C2 coupe with 20k miles with minimal options that sold for $59,500 as soon as it went on his lot. Friend of mine went to look at in on a Wednesday and by the time he took his wife back on Friday, it was gone.
#34 of 45 07' coupe by trome Sep 09, 2007 (4:03 pm)
Actually my car does have the power seat option and nothing more which is exactly as I would have wanted it. I can't stand the manual seat adjustments. The full MSRP was $74,959 and I paid $66,800 plus tax and tag. can't complain for a brand new 07' with zero miles Replies to this message: skobola (Sep 16, 2007 9:31 pm)

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