RE: The £10K Porsche 911(996). Why wouldn't you?
Discussion
PigFilth said:
jonnydm said:
Its been posted and discussed elsewhere but here is a (possibly) good 996 actually for near enough £10k:
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3022704.htm
I'm quite tempted to view that one as it's near me. Where else has it been discussed?http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3022704.htm
If looking at a 996 for me it would have to be a wide body 4s / TT or one with the GT3 front lip / skirts.
very nice for the money. As long as you can find that reputable independant dealer for servicing requirements, I don't see why owning one should cost £££'s to maintain.
As for the looks, yes the lights aren't my favourite either but in side profile and from the rear, you can't complain. A nice place to sit as well.
As for the looks, yes the lights aren't my favourite either but in side profile and from the rear, you can't complain. A nice place to sit as well.
The Ferret said:
Good point, many completely overlook the cost of servicing and just see the sticker price. Looking at that history its probably due a fair amount of £ on a major service, although the last page is slightly difficult to read.
Either way, balls to buying one of these without either an extended warranty, indy repairs policy/warranty or a £10k war chest.
When you factor that lot in against the competition (as I did when I ended up buying an E46 M3) its not such a great deal.
Yes they are cracking cars, but the purchase price is just the beginning.
How does a 996 compare to drive against a E46 M3?Either way, balls to buying one of these without either an extended warranty, indy repairs policy/warranty or a £10k war chest.
When you factor that lot in against the competition (as I did when I ended up buying an E46 M3) its not such a great deal.
Yes they are cracking cars, but the purchase price is just the beginning.
In about 12 months my current daily, a RX8 Prodrive needs replacing and these are two contenders. Must be able to do the school run with a small child and the Nurburgring.
I have another car for track fun/weekends.
The Crack Fox said:
The story mentioned "only 5% of cars fail due to IMS", so that's 1 in 20 cars, sounds pretty worrying if you think about it ?!
I think I'd have a very good Boxster S for £10k instead of an iffy 996 myself...
what this man says...I think I'd have a very good Boxster S for £10k instead of an iffy 996 myself...
(and i'd rather save up and have a nice C4S than either)
SteveS Cup said:
PigFilth said:
jonnydm said:
Its been posted and discussed elsewhere but here is a (possibly) good 996 actually for near enough £10k:
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3022704.htm
I'm quite tempted to view that one as it's near me. Where else has it been discussed?http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3022704.htm
If looking at a 996 for me it would have to be a wide body 4s / TT or one with the GT3 front lip / skirts.
The Crack Fox said:
The story mentioned "only 5% of cars fail due to IMS", so that's 1 in 20 cars, sounds pretty worrying if you think about it ?!
I think I'd have a very good Boxster S for £10k instead of an iffy 996 myself...
The Boxster S at 10K would have very similar risks of IMS and RMS issues to a £10k 911 though. The 911 would just be quicker and better suited to people who wanted a fixed roof & 2+2 seating. I think I'd have a very good Boxster S for £10k instead of an iffy 996 myself...
Gizmo! said:
SteveS Cup said:
PigFilth said:
jonnydm said:
Its been posted and discussed elsewhere but here is a (possibly) good 996 actually for near enough £10k:
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3022704.htm
I'm quite tempted to view that one as it's near me. Where else has it been discussed?http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3022704.htm
If looking at a 996 for me it would have to be a wide body 4s / TT or one with the GT3 front lip / skirts.
Scottie - NW said:
How does a 996 compare to drive against a E46 M3?
In about 12 months my current daily, a RX8 Prodrive needs replacing and these are two contenders. Must be able to do the school run with a small child and the Nurburgring.
I have another car for track fun/weekends.
Both very different, but equally as capable.In about 12 months my current daily, a RX8 Prodrive needs replacing and these are two contenders. Must be able to do the school run with a small child and the Nurburgring.
I have another car for track fun/weekends.
In terms of straight line performance there is very little in it, a crap driver or a bad gear change would swing it either way.
Handling, the 911 should win that one, but for me I prefer the way the M3 behaves if the rear loses traction. Much easier to rescue with the engine weight in the front. Can be awesome fun too under the right circumstances.
Noise - both get 9/10 even in standard form.
The big thing the M3 has going for it though is the room. I needed a car that would happily take a car seat and have enough room in the boot for stuff like a buggy/shopping etc. While the 911 could take a car seat and has a small compartment up front there is way more space in the M3.
Another big factor was what you got for your money. For £15k you can get a high mile early 996, or a 2004/5 M3 with full spec and low miles.
That all sounds like I'm knocking the 911, which I'm not. Its a great motor and at these prices offer incredible bang per buck. It's just the M3 was more suited to my particular needs (and by the sound of it possibly yours)
I'll add my 2 penny worth as I have just bought one. I've been looking for about 6 months and having had boring cars for business - black e class diesel estate, albeit 320 sport - wanted something that I thought looked great but was still functional and modern with tiptronic and a little bit loud, I wanted the blue with the savannah interior. I wasn’t interested in a hole in the roof or heated seats or a sat nav it is a toy.
I have a 944S2 and have previously been responsible for a 968CS and as you would expect the 996 is by far the most up to date. The one I got has full, with one exception, main dealer history and all MoT,s it also has a full record of body damage that was repaired by approved Porsche works and it is guaranteed for life.
I have got rid of the old Sony radio cd changer and installed a Kenwood USB and Bluetooth job. As you can actually hear the hands free in this car, unlike my other Porkers.
Before buying I read everything that I could about the car, this site was very useful and I even watched lots of youtube videos. Thus I recognise what the cost will be if the two talked about problems manifest themselves on my car. What the hell as Rowan Atkinson probably said when he reshaped his MClaren F1 yesterday “you only live once”.
The only way you will get this car away from me is to steal it!
I have a 944S2 and have previously been responsible for a 968CS and as you would expect the 996 is by far the most up to date. The one I got has full, with one exception, main dealer history and all MoT,s it also has a full record of body damage that was repaired by approved Porsche works and it is guaranteed for life.
I have got rid of the old Sony radio cd changer and installed a Kenwood USB and Bluetooth job. As you can actually hear the hands free in this car, unlike my other Porkers.
Before buying I read everything that I could about the car, this site was very useful and I even watched lots of youtube videos. Thus I recognise what the cost will be if the two talked about problems manifest themselves on my car. What the hell as Rowan Atkinson probably said when he reshaped his MClaren F1 yesterday “you only live once”.
The only way you will get this car away from me is to steal it!
Edited by stripped threads on Friday 5th August 15:31
Edited by stripped threads on Friday 5th August 15:32
These are really wonderful cars with very accessible performance but are robust and civil enough to use everyday. They look good while not being flashy and the overall shape is classic. They are fast enough to meet any of my speed needs and while not the cheapest to maintain there are plenty of specialist and parts support galore. i think its a matter of finding a diamond that has the IMS sorted out or budget accordingly. One day I can justify this purchase
The Ferret said:
...That all sounds like I'm knocking the 911, which I'm not. Its a great motor and at these prices offer incredible bang per buck. It's just the M3 was more suited to my particular needs (and by the sound of it possibly yours)
Thank you, very useful information. I'm also thinking the M3 could tow the track car as well which would be a bonus.I've been hankering after a 996 for years, seen loads now from facelifts C2S to egg yolks, be warned, there's some real dogs out there!
I pick up mine tomorrow, it is a 98' C2, private sale (chaps 3rd car)full OPC service history, new P Zeros, turbo alloys, every receipt since new, 78k, silver, black leather with full electic memory, 1 years MOT & tax, no leaks, no nothing. All for £12200.
Can't wait, call me geeky but I'm looking forward to detailing it nearly as much as driving it!
I pick up mine tomorrow, it is a 98' C2, private sale (chaps 3rd car)full OPC service history, new P Zeros, turbo alloys, every receipt since new, 78k, silver, black leather with full electic memory, 1 years MOT & tax, no leaks, no nothing. All for £12200.
Can't wait, call me geeky but I'm looking forward to detailing it nearly as much as driving it!
Scottie - NW said:
Thank you, very useful information. I'm also thinking the M3 could tow the track car as well which would be a bonus.
Worth checking that one out. The car is not specified by BMW for towing, so I'm unsure as to the legality and how your insurance may be affected.Probably best to ask the question in the M-Power section, sure someone will know.
Scottie - NW said:
Thank you, very useful information. I'm also thinking the M3 could tow the track car as well which would be a bonus.
It can't. Looked into it myself.
someone did have a towbar custom made so that they could put a bike rack on one though....
you will find those pics on M3cutters.
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