Just picked up 996GT2
Just picked up 996GT2
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Craig

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1,207 posts

310 months

Friday 17th May 2013
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Just collected an arctic 996GT2 from Tom at 911V and a happy chappy! smile

Been out of Porsches for some time and it's good to be back.

The Gallardo will be a tough act to follow but looking forward to the rewards I'm sure the GT2 will bring.

There's no doubt in my mind it's quicker but also more "alive" somehow and much more feedback through the wheel. Maybe not as easy to push hard (not that I've tried yet!).

I have to say Tom at 911V was great to deal with and I look forward to doing business with him again in the future should I decide to change.

Hope to post some pics soon

Craig

thegoose

8,077 posts

236 months

Friday 17th May 2013
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Tom! shout your mum's logged on again hehe

Craig

Original Poster:

1,207 posts

310 months

Friday 17th May 2013
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thegoose said:
Tom! shout your mum's logged on again hehe
darn you got me! silly

Crimp a Length!

5,697 posts

249 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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Awesome lovely car, the midnight blue one is my old car.
Tom is easy to deal with and an honest chap.
Enjoy the GT just make sure the tyres are warm before you light the Turbo's, but looking at your CV you've had some smokey motors so not teaching you to suck eggs fella smile

StuB

6,695 posts

265 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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Get some pics up man.

Congrats on the purchase.

james S

1,620 posts

271 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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"just make sure the tyres are warm before you light the Turbos"

This, so this!

You might be surprised by how civilised it is until the turbos join in however

Craig

Original Poster:

1,207 posts

310 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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some pics





Been out for a good drive this morning and all I can say is WOW - when those turbo's kick in it flies! I think it will take some time to get accustomed to and no doubt I will not come anywhere near its full ability on the road. I think I made a good decision smile

JDH1

1,017 posts

265 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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Crimp a Length! said:
Awesome lovely car, the midnight blue one is my old car.
Tom is easy to deal with and an honest chap.
That one must have roots by now! Is it just the mileage? Must say I liked the look of it when you first offered it privately. Quite tempted, but if 99V can't sellit, don't fancy my chances when the time comes.

JamieG

911 posts

251 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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Congrats - the car looks fab.! Ps Arctic Silver ones are officially the quickest..

stuttgartsfinest

96 posts

203 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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Nice one Craig, hope you have a ton of fun!

Crimp a Length!

5,697 posts

249 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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JDH1 said:
Crimp a Length! said:
Awesome lovely car, the midnight blue one is my old car.
Tom is easy to deal with and an honest chap.
That one must have roots by now! Is it just the mileage? Must say I liked the look of it when you first offered it privately. Quite tempted, but if 99V can't sellit, don't fancy my chances when the time comes.
Just miles mate, drives better than any garage queen, but is absolutely mint, might have it back myself!

bigunit00

890 posts

173 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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Looks fantastic.

unclepezza

791 posts

169 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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Congrats, looks like you had the black trim painted in the deal back to silver.

Looks great. Just like mine ;-)

David Hype

2,296 posts

278 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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Great looking car I must try one, one day... Congratulations!

Drive safely driving

gt2luv

110 posts

165 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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Best purchase you will ever make. Enjoy

KAL

364 posts

213 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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Congratulations enjoy

Terminator X

20,071 posts

230 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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Quite menacing cars in a good way of course!

TX.

Craig

Original Poster:

1,207 posts

310 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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thanks for all the positive comments

I have a new baby so not able to check posts as often as I used too!

My wife is not into cars so we agreed a pact where I can have a "toy" for weekends bounce

I've got to say I am thrilled with the GT2 and I've been lucky enough to have owned a few special cars over the years


milance

36 posts

161 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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Congratulations! Awesome looking car, saw it when picking up my car at 991V. Enjoy!

BillTheButcher

385 posts

187 months

Saturday 18th May 2013
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What an awesome car.

Congratulations. smile