DB9 - what's the deal?

[christer]

Hi

I have done some searching and cannot find much information. I may be in the market for a DB9 and wondered if there is anything major to look out for. I have read a post about the V12 engine and the small potential issues but nothing else. If you own one what is it like to live with? The Touchtronic is it a nice box? Does it have a full automatic mode for town driving? What is the space like in terms of boot and back seats...?

I am looking to get in a sub 35k miler in a dark colour for less than £50k - is this realistic?

What is the situation with warranty? Can the warranty be transferred from the previous owner to me in all cases? (I ask because Porsche do not allow it when the car has passed through a dealer between owners - private-to-private is fine). Can you warranty a DB9 that doesn't have one currently if you are buying from non-maindealer?

Apologies if these answers have been furnished before - I can't find them - if so, just a link to the thread would be much appreciated!

Thanks

[christer]

Thanks - that's a good start. I notice that most cars have paddles which is why I asked. Any other comments (or links to toher threads) would be appreciated.

[christer]

Thanks MG - are there any specific options that are well-regarded amongst PH'ers?

I will arrange to see a couple of cars this weekend if I can.

[christer]

Great - thanks for the comments. I will go drive some and see what I think.