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Which 911 to buy
I am looking to finally buy my first Porsche 911. I am trying to decide on either a 2002/2003 911 Turbo or a 2005/2006 911 C4S. Would like good advice from Porsche owners - and a reason why as well. Many Thanks !!
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Re: 2006 carrera s Tip question [birdtrip]
I don't see what you're worried about since it's a certified car with extended warranty. Service records are nice to have especially on something like an early 911 (1966 to 1973), but you usually don't get them. When people buy a newer car they're not thinking that records might be nice to go with the car 40 years from now. Ask your dealer to print out what they have on the ... Read More
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Re: I made the move - now the questions????? [casaleenie]
Yes! Congratulations! You will love the 997, overall the best Porsche built to date. I bought my first Porsche almost 2 years ago - a 2006 base carrera and then went wild. I now have five Porsches from a 356 up to the 997. I love all of them, each has its own personality, but when the wife wants to go on a trip, it's the 997. To me, it's how ... Read More
Article Comments - 2009 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cabriolet Full Test
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2009 Porsche 911 Carrera S Cab vs Previous Model
I feel sorry for those who have discounted the 2009 PDK model for the 2008 and older units. There is no comparison. First, I recently traded in my 2006 S Cab for a 2009 PDK S Cab. No comparison. The Direct Fuel Injection has added more horsepower, but most importantly, I have seen an incredible difference in fuel efficiency. On the highway, in my '06, I used to get about 21 ... Read More
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He's Back
Hi Everyone, I had a 2006 911 C4 Cab then a 2008 Boxster. I've been Porsche-less for a while but a 2009 911 White Coupe PDK is being delivered late this afternoon. I'm as excited over it as I was waiting for my 2006 911 C4 to arrive from Germany. This one's only coming from Hilton Head, SC. :) Don
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Porsche Service, there is no comparison.
It has a been a while since I last posted. In any case, for all you current and future Porsche owners. I have five vehicles, three of which are Porsche's. A 996 2002 C4 Conv, 2006 Cayenne Turbo and a 2007 997S Conv. My 996 has had past issues with oil leaks, not much in volume but a concern nevertheless especially because of RMS issues. About a year and a half ... Read More
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Re: Popular color for Porsche Carrera [asi12]
There is a lot of speculation about color and resale value. I have a 2005 911S Cab in Seal Grey that I bought off the lot in Spetember, 2005 at a great deal ($10k off). My preference at that time would have been Speed Yellow and, in fact, the next spring I ordered a 2006 through the dealer that I then decided not to take when a deal to sell my ... Read More
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1978-83 911SC
I was reading an article in "Excellence" magazine about the 10 Porsches to collect today. The 1978-83 911SC caught my eye and I was wondering if anyone had an opinion about buying one of these cars? The article claims that a nice one would cost between $16,000 & $19,000, that they're loads of these cars around, that they're durable, fun, don't rust like older Porsches, and the 2.0 engine is a ... Read More
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Re: 911 Questions - new v. used - help me please! [blckislandguy]
Sounds like you got in down! I did it backwards-bought the car first and have been studying and learning about porsches ever since (about three months now). Test drove one on Saturday and went to the prosche dealer and bought a 911 on Sunday, and I'm the engineering type-usually analyze the heck out of everything before I buy. But, I got lucky, my 2006 911 coup has some options, three of ... Read More
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Re: 911 Questions - new v. used - help me please! [buylow]
Nice post. I agree. For 65K you got a lot of fun. But I wonder if going for new wouldn't have been better. Because Porsche has fantastic resale value , you paid 65K for a 2006. At 13,000 miles it is already more than halfway into needing four new tires for maybe $1500. What would a new 2008 have cost? What did you save? Maybe the way to go on a ... Read More
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Re: Porsche active suspension management [habitat1]
Thanks for the info on PASM and certified pre-owned warranty. I guess if the mark up is higher on CPO's then you have to negotiate harder and know your prices. When I bought my 2006 911 from the porsche dealer I was playing off a similar 2006 porsche I liked that was at a BMW dealer. The porsche dealer wanted $71,000 (13,000 miles). The BMW dealer also wanted $71,000 (of course, ... Read More
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Re: Bluetooth [diro1]
Regarding your questions #1 & #6, my 2006 911 is GT silver with black interior. I saw a silver with tan interior when I bought mine a couple of months ago. The're out there, but black on black has been very popular for awhile. I don't know why. I believe PSM is standard on all 911's. Don't know if it was available on pre 997's. PASM is an option on the ... Read More
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Re: 911 Questions - new v. used - help me please! [larryallen707]
I have been contemplating the purchase of a 911 my whole life.... I assume you have never driven a 911, otherwise you would have bought one by now. I would throw in another $20,000 and get a type 997, 2005 to present, I believe. Why not get the latest technology and most comfortable ride, not to mention a faster car. I have never driven a pre 997, but everyone says the ... Read More
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Porsche active suspension management
With pasm in normal mode, is the ride on a bumpy road more comfortable than in a base 911 (without pasm as an option)? I read a thread somewhere on this forum with conflicting answers. Some said pasm in normal is just like the ride of a base 911. Some said it was different. What is the real deal? I don't think I could ever part with my 2006 911, but ... Read More
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Re: 911 Engines and Advice for 1st time buyer [porsche4me2]
I just bought a 2006 911 coup with 13000 miles, certified pre-owned, and I'm love'n it. Can't wait to get home to drive it, and take the long way home when I'm in it. I read that the 997's were 80% redesigned - new and improved. I've heard that a certified porsche can't even have a door panel painted or it would not qualify. If you're a newbie, like me, I ... Read More
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Re: 911 Engines and Advice for 1st time buyer [porsche4me2]
I'm looking at 2004-2006 Porsche 911 Cabs and my mechanic warned me that there have been several issues with the water cooled engines in the 996s (1999-2003). First, you should be aware that 2004 was the last year of the 996 design, not 2003. Supposedly, Porsche revised the rear main seal / crankcase design for the 997 model (2005+) but there have still been a few isolated reports of leaks. According ... Read More
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911 Engines and Advice for 1st time buyer
I'm looking at 2004-2006 Porsche 911 Cabs and my mechanic warned me that there have been several issues with the water cooled engines in the 996s (1999-2003). Has anyone else heard of those issues? Have they been addressed in the 2004 (and newer) models? He thinks the the '95-98's have excellent engines but ideally I'd like the newer body style. This is my first Porsche purchase and any advice is appreciated. ... Read More
Article Comments - 2008 Porsche 911 GT2 First Drive
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Re: Article Comments - 2008 Porsche 911 GT2 [07997turbo]
that is why I would replace everything I could with carbon fiber panels as I indicated in my first post. Sort of like ordering a diet coke to go along with your Double Whopper and fries? I don't know how much weight can be saved by the use of carbon fiber. But, speaking for myself, I'd rather have the lighter, more drivetrain efficient RWD to start with, than try to lighten ... Read More
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Re: Input Requested Re: Deals [gocard1]
I'm a newbie and certainly not an expert, but I would like to share my porsche buying experience. Like you, I also live in CA and just bought a 2006 911 coupe with 13,000, GT silver, with 19" wheels, leather seats - heated, no navigation, no pasm system. Car is in excellent condition, must have been used as a week in driver. I bought the car three weeks ago from the ... Read More
Article Comments - 2007 Porsche 911 Turbo Follow-Up Test
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Re: Porsche 911 Turbo Triptronic is an Auto Box. [sandeep5]
Could you tell me where I could get a 911T (6-sp with few options) for $3k over invoice? You need to shop around and check out dealer inventories using Porsche's website. They make it pretty easy to check out inventories at every dealer within 100-200-300 miles of a specific zip code. When I bought my 997 911C2S Cab, it was a "hot" car, having only been out for about 3-4 months. ... Read More
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Input Requested Re: Deals
Appreciate any input from the experts. I have one solid opportunity and a lot of other opportunity input. Solid one is a Red 2006 911 Certified Cab w/13k miles and solid amount of options (Xenon lights, Wheel caps with colored crests, CD changer, Power seat Package, Heated Seats, BOSE stereo and 19” Carrera “S” wheels). The price would be $65.9 but I think I can push them a bit more. I ... Read More
Article Comments - 2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2008 Porsche 911 Turbo
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Rebuttal on Godzilla's GTR
have followed this discussion at great length and I am amazed at how the Nissan fans are so pumped up on this new, and I may add, good car they have produced. However, to state that the GTR is a better car than a Porsche is fanciful thinking. Furthermore, I believe this to be wishful thinking coming from people that can't actually own a Porsche or don't appreciate the history and ... Read More
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Re: Article Comments - 2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2008 Porsche 911 Turbo [chrmdom
Greetings: Ahhhhhhhh,,,yes,,,,,,,," excess ". The person with the most CLEAN toys wins....If you can't appreciate the driving difference between a C2S and an Altima... less power to you. To each his own. Every time I get into my 2006 C2S a smile goes across my face. Some people collect wines....I like cars and my Porsche is worth every penny of the $99,999.49 I spent " out the door" for it, and ... Read More
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Re: My Porsche with options [spiritinthesky]
Hi Spirit and to anyone else lurking on the board... I love the exchange between the board members and the prospective owner over the past month. I am also looking into buying my first 911 (997) and am trying to decide whether or not I should get a gently used one or order exactly what I want. The trouble I seem to be having with the used market is that the ... Read More
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Re: New or Used Porsche??? Lease or Own? Tips for Buying? [gtmaguire]
A few responses: Leasing: It sounds like you are somewhat similar to me. I always pay cash for my cars, figuring I'll bite the bullet once and be done with it. If I was looking at a BMW I might consider leasing, as they offer great lease rates/subsidies. Porsche doesn't. I would have been stroking a check for about $1,600 per month on mine and that would have taken some of ... Read More
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Re: New or Used Porsche??? What to do??? Kids too! [gtmaguire]
Although my kids are much older so the back seat question is not an issue, I struggled with the new vs. used dilemma myself. I settled (maybe not the right word to use in this instance) for a new 2008 911 S. I found several used 997's that would have been nice, but given the broad number of options and customization variations available, and given that when it comes right down ... Read More
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Re: Need Help Finding a Used 911 [dbarton7]
Greetings: IMO ( humble as it may be ), My first Porsche was a 1976 914 , 2.0. ( New )Fastest car in 1st and 2nd I ever owned. Then a 1977 911S ( used ) and number of used and new 911's after that . I now own a 2006 C2S. I have 3100 miles on it and love it....however it was EXPENSIVE!. ( $99,945.80 out the door )If I ... Read More
Article Comments - 2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2008 Porsche 911 Turbo
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Re: Article Comments - 2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2008 Porsche 911 Turbo [chrmdome]
"If this car is $40K less than the Porsche Turbo, that would put it at between$90K & $110K. Look on any Porsche dealerships site.. the Turbo coupe goes for $130-150K." The price estimates I've seen put the Nissan under $75K. That's $55-$75K less that the Porsche Turbo prices you state. Even more impressive. "I own a 2006 C2S. I expect 20 years from now , when I close the door, it ... Read More
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Re: Article Comments - 2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2008 Porsche 911 Turbo [KarenS]
Greetings: I've read the entire article and all I could come up with was " so ! " If this car is $40K less than the Porsche Turbo, that would put it at between$90K & $110K. Look on any Porsche dealerships site.. the Turbo coupe goes for $130-150K. I own a 2006 C2S. I expect 20 years from now , when I close the door, it will continue to sound like ... Read More
Sports Cars - The Definitive Discussion
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My Take
Greetings: Opinions are like....... oh ya, ...in my humble opinion: I spent $99,949.85 out the door (cash sale, I am truely fortunate! )in Oct 2005 on my ordered 2006 C2S coupe. The VAST majority of Porsche owners never will experience the true potential of their cars, the VAST majority of Vet owners are likely in the same boat. I checked out the 2006 Corvettes and did not like the quality or ... Read More
Article Comments - 2007 Porsche 911 Carrera S Full Test
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Re: The ultimate family car [hotrod81]
Greetings: I am exactly the same size as I was when I had a 1977 911S in 1978 ( Okay a bit large at 255# but still 255# )When I cleaned my car, ( I am fastidious about clean cars !!) I had very little trouble cleaning the rear windows and trim. I now own a 2006 C2S coupe..it is alot smaller in the rear seat area. I can hardly enter ... Read More
Porsche 911 Lease Questions
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Re: 911 2008 [vwguild1]
Greetings: Yes, I talked to the salesperson who sold me my 2006 C2S, recently , and he related that the number of cars being shipped and available build slots for the " S" have been greatly decreased by Porsche ( 997 )... ( I live in North County San Diego, CA ). With the flush pockets that Porsche now has and the complaints about the excess production ( thereby increased depreciation ... Read More
Article Comments - 2008 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Porsche 911 Turbo
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Re: 911 Turb0 [circlew]
Greetings: I purchased a new 2006 C2S in Sept 2005. I remember reading a C4 piece and it stated that the C4 was the safest car in the US. Since I live in Southern California, weather is a non-issue, but the other areas of the US with heavy rain and weather that requires a safer car,well, my opinion is that the C4 is a great choice. We Porsche 997 and 996 ... Read More
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Hoooplaaah!!!
Greetings ALL!! The simple fact of all matters regarding Porsche is: Whatever the hooplah surrounding any situation regarding Porsche, the 911 ( presently the 997 ) is a kick in the keister to drive and purchasing a quality, clean , pristine 911 gives you more than just a fast car, it give you history. Hitler had a good gig going. I should give a shit if some ricerocket wants to race ... Read More
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Re: 996 trbo or 997 Carrera S [96redlt4]
When I decided to buy a new Porsche, I initially wanted Turbo or GT-3 model but found that they didn't offer a Cabriolet version that year. I "settled" for a 2006 911S Cab. I have never regretted the move. I have put 5000 miles on it and am stilled awed at its power and performance. The marginal increase in performance with a turbo isn't worth the extra cost and potential problems ... Read More
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Re: How much room to negotiate do the dealers have on pre-owned inventory? [vwguild1]
"I would also be careful about accepting 20-25% discounts or 7-9% either at face value...All depends upon the the Market, the car, and the Dealer...and all differ from coast to coast. Only 162 new C2S sold in March in the US...Allocations remain tight..." Spoken like a true salesman. My recommendation to anyone hearing the pitch that "allocations remain tight" is to check out inventories on the Porsche website of dealers in ... Read More
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My experience..The Cayman
Hi: I've had an addiction for Porsche since I was 18 ( 1968 ) and at the young age of 25 bought my first " Porsche " Okay..a VW .. 1976 914 2.0. I was young, fit and thin and had no trouble fitting in it. It was the fastest car in 1st and 2nd gear I've ever owned.. It would smoke the 911 at that time for about the first ... Read More
Porsche 911 Carrera Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Picked up my 1st ever 911 back in December
The Missus and I went to Jim Ellis Porsche in Doraville, GA (near Atlanta) the day after Thanksgiving. We searched vehicles in dealer stock at different dealerships. We settled on one that turned out it had already sold. So we went with our 2nd choice. It is a silver with black leather interior, Xenon, Bose, and heated seats. The shipping from the other dealer got delayed (not the dealership's fault) and ... Read More
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The new 2008 997 WARNING!!!!
Gents: I presently own a 2006 997 2CS coupe, the first Carrera White 2006 in California. The release date for the 2006 997, I beleive , was Oct 1, 2006. Picked my car up September 30, 2006..but whatever. In my humble opinion, the best looking Porsche 911 ever! ( 993 very close 2nd place ). Check out any website that pictures the 2008 997 with the slightly tweeked front end and ... Read More
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Re: What's it worth with a little help from Buffett and Zell [blckislandguy]
First of all, I hope that "minimally optioned" C2 is indeed a C2S, for that MSRP. Edmunds doesn't show MSRP's for 2006 any more, but a 2007 C2S w/ power seats, bose & Atlas Grey is $87,095, not including any "cosmetic" options. At this point in time, I would think a "good price" on this car by the dealer would be invoice, or even slightly less. That assumes it is indeed ... Read More
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Re: don't ask [jerseyguy1]
Jerseyguy1: Back in 1976 I bought my first " Porsche " It was a red, 914 2.0 liter with black seats and really cool rims. That car was the fastest car in 1st and 2nd gear I had ever driven ( after that it reverted to it's VW ways )Point was that I had always wanted a 911 but that 914 was a blast to drive and with its top off ... Read More
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Re: Opinion 05 Turbo S versus 06 or 07 C4S or C2S [dutchbuyer]
I have a 2005 Seal Grey C2S Cab and when I conidered trading it for a 2006 Speed Yellow, I also considered the "2" vs. "4". Bottom line for me was that (a) the "2" is lighter, quicker and a bit easier on gas mileage than the "4", (b) the "4" looks a little more aggressive with the wider rear track (but you have to look closely), (c) the "4" would ... Read More
Porsche 911 Lease Questions
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Re: 911 Carrera Coupe lease payments [gblind8]
No problem, gblind8. OK, so you're interested in a 2007 Porsche Carrera Coupe that has an MSRP of $74,000 and a selling price of $71,281. You're being given a $2,700 discount on this car. I know that Porsche dealers are heavily discounting leftover 2006 Cayman S and Cayenne models, but I am not personally all that familiar with what the market is like for the 2007 911 right now. Have you ... Read More
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Re: MF for 2006 C4 cab [ajitpk]
Hi ajitpk. Porsche Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a base 2006 Porsche 911 C4 Cab with 12,000 miles per year are .00310 and 53%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 48 month lease are .00320 and 46%. The money factors for an identical 2007 model would be the same, but the residual values would increase to 61% for 36 ... Read More
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Re: Press Request [KarenS]
"A national newspaper is looking to interview Porsche and BMW owners who use their car for “everyday driving,” from going to the grocery store to commuting to and from work, instead of just using the car during the weekends for nice drives. Please send an e-mail to ctalatiedmunds.com no later than Monday, August 28, 2006 by 2:30 PM PT/5:30 PM ET containing your daytime contact information and what car you drive." ... Read More
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A good price on a 2006 C2?
A Porsche dealer has a 2006 911 with 2000mi on it. The MSRP was 78820. I was hoping to get it for 65K, but the lowest they will go is 67.5K, which is about 14% off. It's in service date is 07/07/06 and is not certified. I've been looking around and think that their price is fair, but wanted to see what others think. It's hard for me to stretch above ... Read More
Porsche 911 Lease Questions
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Re: 911 Carrera Coupe lease payments [gblind8]
Alright, you made me work a little harder, but no problem. I assumed a sales tax of 7% and was able to back out from your other numbers that your capitalized cost (discounted price) is $69,500, about $4500 under MSRP. Your Money Factor equates to an interest rate of just under 8% (.00330 x 2400). If those are the Porsche Financial residual factors and money factors, your discount seems reasonable. The ... Read More
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Re: MF for a new 2006 911 C2S? [ceperry]
Hey Christina. Yes, Porsche Credit's buy rate lease money factor is the same for 2007 and 2006 models (it's the .00310 that you mentioned). The dealers that you spoke with are probably trying to take advantage of the fact that consumers would rather have a 2007 model than a 2006 model and the fact that the '07s have higher residual values right now by marking up Porsche Credit's buy rate on ... Read More
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Re: buying a Porsche [newbe3]
I bought a brand new 2005 997S Cab when the 2006's were on the way. Compared to ordering a 2006 exactly the way I wanted it, I saved an additional $5k in discount ($10k vs. 5k) and avoided a $2,400 in price increase. So, even though I might not have ordered $4k worth of options, I essentially got them for free and then some by taking a car off the dealer ... Read More
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Re: 2001 911 Turbo-Advice sought please. [erichochman]
1. My frined who traded in his leased 2001 Turbo on a 2006 C2S said it was resold by the dealer for $73k+/- with a 4 year/100k total CPO Warranty. It had 11,000 miles, with factory and certified upgrades that took it to 520hp/520 ft-lbs. The CPO warrantly would be worth a lot to me. What can/will the selling dealer provide? 2. Turbos, as far as I have been able to ... Read More
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Porsche CPO fraud
i'm hoping someone might be able to help me out. i was sold a 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo with 5K miles as a CPO car in Jan 2006. the car has had several mechanical issues that date back to the purchase date, including a shimmy in the rear, malfunction gauges, and alignment issues. these were essentially disregarded on repeat service calls (blame was placed on tire PSI, road crown, etc) until ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Turbo [slickoko]
"I'm planning ot buy a turbo and am considering a 2007." That's good, since there wasn't a 2006 and the 2008 is a year+ away. "Does anyone know if it's possible to get one under MSRP" Doubtful. Most of the ones that have arrived to date have been pre-sold. The earliest my dealer could get me one is November/December. I could probably get a nominal "courtesy" discount, as a previous 911 ... Read More
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"Consumer Reports" tests the Porsche 911
You'll enjoy this I think. http://money.cnn.com/2006/08/30/autos/cr_supercars/index.htm
Porsche 911 Lease Questions
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Porsche 911 Cab lease
Car-man - Looking to lease a 2006 or 07 997 Cab. Non S car. Looking at 24 or 36 mos, 10K annual miles. What should I be paying. Minimum down. 24mos - Dealer is hitting me at .73 resid on an 07, money factor of .00365. Thanks, Bill
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Porsche European Delivery; Tale of Woe
Anyone toying with the idea of picking up a car at the factory should read the long link at Post #16886 (June 30, 2006) on the High End Luxury Marque site here on Edmunds. This early adopter picked up a Cayman S with his son at the factory. Very early on they had a problem with the flywheel bolts. This is apparently very common on the early Caymans. The factory personnell ... Read More
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Re: New to Porsche: Pricing of 2006 911 [padrefan]
There is a Chinese saying, "different flowers enter different eyes," if you know what I mean. We were Audi owners until we saw Chris Bangle's "new" 5-series. In addition to the Targa and the C4, we have owned a 2004 530i for more than two years now. I love that car, inside and out. When we want some quiet time while driving, we get into the 530i. Back to Porsche: IMHO, ... Read More
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Re: New to Porsche: Pricing of 2006 911 [padrefan]
I think you'll be pretty comfortable with the pricing structure if you've owned BMWs, because Porsche uses the same kind of teaser "tier pricing" on options so that you always want to add things :P You need to exercise restrain on the options list or you could end up scaring yourself. My list shows about 170 different options (of course, some conflict with others, some are trivial aesthetic items etc.) My ... Read More
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New to Porsche: Pricing of 2006 911
Hi. I am new to Porsche. I have been a BMW owner for over 12 years but can't stand the "bangle butt" and "flame" designs of the new BMWs. So, my M3 is now 4 years old and I am ready to move on. I am looking at a C2. I was wondering what people's experience is in the real world on discounts on new 911 C2s? Also, are there any ... Read More
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Re: Lots of S Cabs in New England [blckislandguy]
According to my dealer, there indeed is a bit of a shortage of coupes at the present time, compared to cabs. Last year, the cab didn't come out until late spring and Porsche was playing catch-up most of the 2005 model year to meet demand. They may have gone too far in the opposite direction for 2006 - my dealer has more cabs than coupes available. I also think there might ... Read More
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Cell Phones / Tiptronic
Does anyone here have the Porsche hands free phone system in their 911? If so, does it work well? Please provide details. My car did not come with that option, but I am considering getting it installed. DC does not permit hand held cell phones (one of their few crazy laws that I actually agree with). I didn't think I'd be using the 911 on a daily basis, and our Acuras ... Read More
Porsche 911 Lease Questions
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Re: 06 Porsche 911 Carrera S 6 speed [jlukawitz1]
Hi jlukawitz1. If you were to lease a 2006 Porsche 911 Coupe S through Porsche Credit right now for 36 months with 15,000 miles per year, its buy rate lease money factor and residual value should be .00290 and 53%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 48 month lease should be .00300 and 45%. Car_man Host Smart Shopper / Prices Paid Forums
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Re: getting a 997! [kying] - Which One? [redsoxgirl]
redsoxgirl: My wife drives a 150-mile commute each day, 5 days a week, over the "grapevine" from Castaic to Bakersfield. We are not fast drivers (85 mph cruising). She used to drive the 2004 Targa on dry days and a 2001 Audi TT Quattro on wet (and sometimes even snowy) days. The 2006 C4 is to replace the Audi, which we sold to my brother last week. (He came to our ... Read More
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Excited New Porsche Owner!
My 2006 911S Coupe arrived in Canada last week, ready for pick-up tonight. Factory ordered in mid-March. I ordered: Seal Grey w/ Stone Grey interior Navigation Heated seats Bose sound Sport Chrono package Rear window wiper Self-dimming mirrors 19" carrera sport wheels Wheel caps with coloured crest Porsche crest in headrest Sport shifter Aluminum gear shifter Aluminum foot rest About 4% off MSRP Can't wait! :)
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Re: 07 model [c4sguy] / dweiser [habitat1] [designman]
For 2006, the paint options were: $0 = non-metallic (White, Black, Red ,Speed yellow) $825 = standard metallic (Artic Silver, Seal Grey, Basalt Black, etc.) $3,070 = "special" Porsche colors (Slate Grey, Olive Green, etc.) $4,315 = "custom made to sample" colors (just in case you really like Aquamarine or Deep Chocolate Trouffle) I have seen the Slate Grey and it looks fantastic. That said, I doubt I would ever pay ... Read More
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Re: Will order 2007 C4S [blckislandguy]
I appreciate the compliment, but I am hardly a "guru". I've been a Porsche owner for all of 5 1/2 months. My friend with a 2001 911TT (gettinga 2007 911 TT) has, by contrast been a Porsche owner for 30+ years. My dealer thought I should be able to sell my 2005 w/ 5,000 miles for about 13-15% under it's original MSRP (not the current/increased 2006 MSRP), and thought that would ... Read More
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Re: Will order 2007 C4S [c4slover]
Sport Shifter: The standard 911 shifter is not bad, but they are definitely longer throws than my former 2002 Honda S2000, which arguably had the best gearbox (not clutch) in the business. So I've opted for the sport shifter in the 2006 911 I have on order. Sport Exhaust: Again, because it's tied to the sport chrono on my car, it's impossible to tell if the sport exhaust adds any power/performance. ... Read More
Aston Martin V8 Vantage
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Re: . [amv8]
Not to jump into someone else's discussion, but "The 996T seems like it has lost most of what it will lose. Turbos tend to hold their value well. Look at the old ones... they still go for a lot of money. They are more exclusive. A new 997S will take a BIG hit in the next couple of years." I don't think your statements are completely correct. Certainly new vs. used ... Read More
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Most Exciting Day of 2006
I'm Back. After a 4.5 year hiatus from the great pleasure of owning a 911 Cabriolet, today I picked up a new Arctic Silver 997 C4 Cab from Danbury Porsche in CT. It feels like all is right with the world again. In 2001, I traded in my 1999 996 Cab for an ML500 when we had our daughter. Lived in the city, so we only needed one car. Last year, ... Read More
Aston Martin V8 Vantage
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Re: I Just Bought One [kansashick]
You may be right on a quick resale. But the ability to flip a car for a profit is often fleeting. Somebody in Pittsburgh is advertising a "must sell" 2006 M5 for $5k under MSRP. Same phone number that was in an ad 2 months ago asking $10k over MSRP "upon arrival". I've decided to wait for the Porsche Turbo (997) myself, although the 997 Carerra S is damn nice, too. ... Read More
Porsche 911
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Re: New 997 as a highway tourer or am I nuts? [blckislandguy]
Actually, the MSRP for the 2006 Speed Yellow is $102,600, $220 less than my 2005 Seal Grey. My 2005 would sticker out at $105,400+/- in 2006. The differences are that I am foregoing the $2,400 (now $2,500) sport exhaust. (Sounds great, but I had to draw the line somewhere). My 2005 also had $220 Headrest Crests and $415 Metal Door Sill Insignias that I'm not getting. Plus, I'm saving $825 on ... Read More
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Re: New 997 as a highway tourer or am I nuts? [blckislandguy]
Good news: The bonnet trunk is complimented by a rear seat that would work fine for your two gym bags. Bad news: Not only less ground clearance than your Cayenne, but I suspect less than the Saab Aero. Better take a tape measure to your Porsche dealer yourself. Verdict: If you only have one vehicle to make a Boston to Montreal trek, stick with the Cayenne. If you have a backup ... Read More
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blckislandguy 997?
I'll try. Stable? Yes, very! Rain? The 997 is the most refined Porsche yet. I like the 4 (AWD) version and you might want to consider it for your part of the country. Ground clearance? Less than your Cayenne. My 997 C4 Cab rides great, very comfortable, not darty or harsh. Here are a few URLs ending with a video by a certified Porsche hater (TopGear). Enjoy, Don http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupe/112_0509_porsche_911_carrera/ http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/intellichoice/369_0512_review_2006_porsche_9- 11_carrera/index.html ... Read More
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Re: C4S vs C2S [caneba]
Hi Caneba, I'll give it a shot. I took delivery of an 06 C4 Cab on 11/12. I've always liked the security of AWD and have owned many vehicles with it (Subarus, Murano, etc.) so when Porsche advertised the new 2006 911 997 AWD (C4) I put my order in (8/26). I'd like to say that AWD gives better traction on ALL road surfaces. I think the "bottom line" is that ... Read More
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My 2006 C4 Cab
Hi Car17, I'll try. Clearance will be your biggest enemy as the 911 doesn't have a lot of ground clearance. I believe I've heard 4" of snow is about all it can deal with. I just got mine in November. I had it up on the Blue Ridge Parkway (western NC) the morning after they got some snow (4" or less I'd guess) but enough to make the roads slippery. The ... Read More
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Re: 2006 c4s cab price? [mssurrey]
On the lease vs. buy, you need to do the economic analysis yourself - including tax implications. Porsche, unlike other manufacturers, is not giving away free money to help sell their products. Therefore, the "roughly" $5,000 down and $1,400 per month lease payment I was quoted for a 2006 Cab S would have worked out to $70,000 over a 4 year lease. I expect to take a hit on depreciation, but ... Read More
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Re: Discounting? [bsumner]
For what it's worth to anyone in this forum, I got close to $10k discount on my new 2005 Cab 2S in September. I had a 2006 on order for a $5k discount at the time, but elected to go with the 2005, given the price concession. It had several options I would not have ordered, bringing the MSRP up to $102,800. The 2006 on order had a MSRP of $101.5k ... Read More
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Porsche 911 C4 Pricing
I've never purchased a Porsche before and am considering purchasing 2 next year - a Cayenne S for my wife (waiting for the 2007 model due out Spring 2006) and a C4 or C4S Coupe for myself. Doese Porsche do any discounting on its newer cars, or do I need to wait for the new body styles to have been on the market for a while? If so, how long? I ... Read More
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Re: 2006 Porsche C4s vs. 2002 Porsche Turbo [roeldls] - Counterpoint
I would agree with points made by Don and bsumner - as might be expected from someone who bought a new 997 himself. However, in the spirit of fairness, I happen to know someone who has a 2001 911 Turbo Coupe with 11,000 miles that he will be selling to get a 997 Turbo, when they are available. He is a longtime Porsche enthusiast - still owns a 356 - and ... Read More
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Re: Option Recommendations [1wanta997]
I'll give my opinion based upon the options I have on my car. However, with the price of Porsche options, everyone needs to determine what is important to them, and it can be very subjective. My car: 2005 997S Cabriolet - In addition to the base model standard features, the "S" adds as standard equipment the Xenons ($1,090), PASM ($1,990), 19" wheels ($1,550), sport steering wheel ($250). If you are planning ... Read More
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Pick up Today! 9/30/05
I have waited exactly 100 days from order date until today. I will be picking up my new 2006 C2S today. Everyone here in California has a silver or a black Porsche Cab, so.... I ordered a white coupe with a sand beige interior & packed options, except I stayed away from the extra electronics. Sports Chrono, Nav etc. Everything I have read over the last year says this car is ... Read More
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First Drive: 2006 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 and 4S
This is a timely link as we're discussing the virtues of the 2 vs. the 4's all-wheel drive. I loved the Edmunds First Drive article, this is another view. http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/mlf/06carrera4.htm Enjoy, Don
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Re: 2006 911 Carrera 4 vs. 4s question [dweiser]
See: http://www22.porsche.com/all/tothepowerof4/pcna.asp The Carrera 4 and Carrera 4S both have the wide body--the 4wd implementations generally add the same new features to each. The already existing distinctions between the "straight" Carrera and Carrera S follow through to the "4" models.
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2006 911S just arrived
Hello everybody, The dealer informed me yesterday at 4:30 PM Pacific time that my Porsche 911S 2006 just came out of the truck, can't wait to go and get it today. Let you know how it is...... :) :) :) :) :)
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Re: Question for Buyers: [nattyb]
nattyb, I'll repeat the disclosure that I do not personally own a 911 (yet), but have researching the heck out of it and picking the brain of several friends and associates with Porsche 911 experience. We live in the DC and have a second home in PA. I have been advised against the AWD system in the non-turbo versions of the 911, for the reasons listed in my post above: added ... Read More
All Things Porsche
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2006 911 Carrera 4S
New article at Edmunds.com: First Drive: 2006 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S
Porsche 911
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Re: Comments Please [habitat1]
Actually, this is what happened. As my name (s4to911) implies, I have owned a 2001 Audi S4 for five years. I went to my local Audi/Porsche dealer about six weeks ago looking at some 2005 S4 Cabs (I wanted a convertible) and there was a Midnight Blue/Sand Beige 2005 911 S Cab on the lot (with navigation, Bose, heated seats, power seats, full leather, Sport Chrono, 19 inch Carrera Classic wheels, ... Read More
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Re: Comments Please [habitat1]
Boxster S--fantastic car, tossable, planted, more power now than in previous years. 911 S Cab--fantastic blow you away car. I bought my 2005 911 S Cab about one month ago (Midnight Blue/Sand Beige, no options except Bose sound upgrade, Navigation, heated seats, metallic paint) and I have not stopped wondering in amazement how I got hold of this beast. I think that there is nowhere else to go in terms of ... Read More
Sports Cars - The Definitive Discussion
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sports cars
Two new Corvettes lost to an Aston Martin DBR9 at Sebring. Is GM going home? Nope. Does Panoz go home after getting beaten by many Porsche 911s in the American Le Mans Series? Nope. In fact, they are going to the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June. According to a recent issue of Motor Trend, the 2006 Esperante will use some carbon fiber for its chassis which will drop an ... Read More
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Re: it's a complex issue [Mr_Shiftright]
1) Fiberglass weighs less than metals and is more resistant to dents. 2) Not to be rude, but do you have facts to support your assumption that Ferrari and Porsche owners won't consider the 2006 Corvette Z06? 3) Has no record in international racing? The Corvette doesn't have the racing heritage of a 911, but Porsche doesn't back the new 997 in racing. The following is from Corvettemuseum.com "[On July 10th, ... Read More
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