Buying a 997S Stateside

Buying a 997S Stateside

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GMMK1221

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101 posts

237 months

Wednesday 13th October 2004
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One for the dreamers maybe, but I'm off to NYC soon and for a bit of fun went to the Porsche US website and specced up a 997S to a HUGE degree eg sports exhaust, sports chrono pack, full leather, sports seats, bose, sat nav etc. Came out at $89K which is £50K. It also comes with factory pick up. So, what is stopping me buying one when I'm over there, picking it up in Stuttgart, paying my £8750 in VAT and saving myself £20K into the bargain?

GMMK1221

Original Poster:

101 posts

237 months

Thursday 14th October 2004
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But once in Europe wouldn't the car be subject to free movement of goods and services? Also why wouldn't it have an EU certificate if it is delivered here, surely it must do? One problem of course would be the Porsche warranty. I'll speak to Porsche Manhattan and get back to you.