997S at Northway £20k
Discussion
Does anyone know this car
http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/use...
What are people's views on this? Obviously high miles but Northway warranty for security.
I was thinking 996 C4S with around 60k miles originally, but this is so close in price that I'm thinking it is better value for money?
I will use this daily and add 12k miles per annum. Runnning costs are not a concern (within reason) having owned 2 996's and an Audi RS4 previously. Suppose my main concerns are the engine issues, esp bore scoring.
http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/classifieds/use...
What are people's views on this? Obviously high miles but Northway warranty for security.
I was thinking 996 C4S with around 60k miles originally, but this is so close in price that I'm thinking it is better value for money?
I will use this daily and add 12k miles per annum. Runnning costs are not a concern (within reason) having owned 2 996's and an Audi RS4 previously. Suppose my main concerns are the engine issues, esp bore scoring.
Barry Ashcroft said:
I'd worry about how much of your 20k you'd see back in 2 years with 120k miles on the clock I bet not a lot. But a 996 C4S with 80k miles you'd see more of it back.
I'm not sure I get your logic there. I reckon the 997 would do better but admit there wouldnt be much in it.Mtr
mollytherocker said:
Barry Ashcroft said:
I'd worry about how much of your 20k you'd see back in 2 years with 120k miles on the clock I bet not a lot. But a 996 C4S with 80k miles you'd see more of it back.
I'm not sure I get your logic there. I reckon the 997 would do better but admit there wouldnt be much in it.Mtr
5678 said:
Curious for people's opinion on this. It's probably where I'll be budget wise (despite wanting a 996TT, running costs dictate) and having to choose between a 6C4S and a 7C2S.
Having had both c4s and turbo in 996 guise, I can honestly say running cots are not different. (If anything whilst I had each, the c4s cost me more in maintenance!) The turbos really are bulletproof in many respects - especially mechanically. Fuel, servicing, tyres, suspension, brakes, all the same! SO go with the TURBO!!5678 said:
Curious for people's opinion on this. It's probably where I'll be budget wise (despite wanting a 996TT, running costs dictate) and having to choose between a 6C4S and a 7C2S.
For me that's a such a clear choice , the c2s - more power, better dynamics better styling , more modern interior.... the 996 c4s only betters it if you're looking at its rear!That c2s from northway looks a great buy, they are only going to retail sound kit and I don't see the mileage as an issues, for a nearly 8yr old car thats c.12k ml pa.
Still pondering this one.
the Northway car @ £20k, a private sale 60K miler for around £22-23K or a private sale 02 996TT with 75k miles for £22/23k.
I fancy the bullet proof TT engine, but prefer the more modern 997 looks (and room inside, I'm 6 foot 6). Private sale 60k miler and put a warranty on it maybe (Warranty Direct offer one for £875 which 'seems' to cover the main engine issues)?
the Northway car @ £20k, a private sale 60K miler for around £22-23K or a private sale 02 996TT with 75k miles for £22/23k.
I fancy the bullet proof TT engine, but prefer the more modern 997 looks (and room inside, I'm 6 foot 6). Private sale 60k miler and put a warranty on it maybe (Warranty Direct offer one for £875 which 'seems' to cover the main engine issues)?
Porkupine said:
5678 said:
Curious for people's opinion on this. It's probably where I'll be budget wise (despite wanting a 996TT, running costs dictate) and having to choose between a 6C4S and a 7C2S.
Having had both c4s and turbo in 996 guise, I can honestly say running cots are not different. (If anything whilst I had each, the c4s cost me more in maintenance!) The turbos really are bulletproof in many respects - especially mechanically. Fuel, servicing, tyres, suspension, brakes, all the same! SO go with the TURBO!!As for the driving experience, that's a different matter - I think the non turbos are much more fun every day.
river_rat said:
Still pondering this one.
the Northway car @ £20k, a private sale 60K miler for around £22-23K or a private sale 02 996TT with 75k miles for £22/23k.
I fancy the bullet proof TT engine, but prefer the more modern 997 looks (and room inside, I'm 6 foot 6). Private sale 60k miler and put a warranty on it maybe (Warranty Direct offer one for £875 which 'seems' to cover the main engine issues)?
For me? Easy, 60k private at 22k with a PPI.the Northway car @ £20k, a private sale 60K miler for around £22-23K or a private sale 02 996TT with 75k miles for £22/23k.
I fancy the bullet proof TT engine, but prefer the more modern 997 looks (and room inside, I'm 6 foot 6). Private sale 60k miler and put a warranty on it maybe (Warranty Direct offer one for £875 which 'seems' to cover the main engine issues)?
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