3legs Posted 2January, 2019 Report Share Posted 2January, 2019 16 minutes ago, LeeM said: Yeah I know mate. As a moderator you'd think I'd proof read my own posts! 🙄 I can assure you I'm now an open book with 996's and tips, but a cab or Boxster will never be on my list. I just don't like convertibles at all, sorry And here I was about to offer you a drive in my Boxster (once the water pump is fixed)😀😀😀 I know what you mean though, the Tip is actually really nice to use. ANF 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 2January, 2019 Report Share Posted 2January, 2019 45 minutes ago, 3legs said: And here I was about to offer you a drive in my Boxster (once the water pump is fixed)😀😀😀 I know what you mean though, the Tip is actually really nice to use. Have driven a Boxster mate, but thanks anyway. Just really surprised how much I enjoyed the tip/auto thing 3legs, MARTY and Tips 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave997S Posted 2January, 2019 Report Share Posted 2January, 2019 New Year, New @LeeM 😎 LeeM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 2January, 2019 Report Share Posted 2January, 2019 41 minutes ago, Dave986 said: New Year, New @LeeM 😎 A new knee would be better, but I'll see which is cheaper mate 😁 Dave997S 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smit2100 Posted 2January, 2019 Report Share Posted 2January, 2019 5 hours ago, LeeM said: Have driven a Boxster mate, but thanks anyway. Just really surprised how much I enjoyed the tip/auto thing Jump in a 996 tip urbo. Tips are unloved and good bang for buck Troubleshooter 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 2January, 2019 Report Share Posted 2January, 2019 16 minutes ago, smit2100 said: Jump in a 996 tip urbo. Tips are unloved and good bang for buck I wouldn't have that sorta coin, yet I reckon the non turbo would be quick enough for me in the hills 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 2January, 2019 Report Share Posted 2January, 2019 Yes I'm looking at bloody 996's again https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/details/Porsche-911-Carrera-2002/SSE-AD-5659579/?Cr=17 Off the tip topic for a sec This looks half decent with low kms https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/details/Porsche-911-Carrera-2000/SSE-AD-5792168/?Cr=23 D2000, TwoHeadsTas and Tips 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 2January, 2019 Report Share Posted 2January, 2019 3 hours ago, LeeM said: Yes I'm looking at bloody 996's again https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/details/Porsche-911-Carrera-2002/SSE-AD-5659579/?Cr=17 Off the tip topic for a sec This looks half decent with low kms https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/details/Porsche-911-Carrera-2000/SSE-AD-5792168/?Cr=23 Looks like you have the sickness mate, i was in serious negotiations with the owner of the second car but i found a local car. Do it Lee, you know you want to LeeM and Tips 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sustenpass Posted 2January, 2019 Report Share Posted 2January, 2019 On 08/11/2018 at 19:49, LeeM said: I had a non in-depth look at this today (sorry, I did t have much time). Looks to be a nice n tidy car worth the consideration for a ppi I can probably head back there Saturday morning if anyone wants me to This car (silver ‘98 996 with the $25k rebuild at dealer in SA) seemed to sell but has re-appeared. I remember there was some talk about potentially sagging engine mounts and the wonky badge. anybody have any intel on the car? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoHeadsTas Posted 2January, 2019 Report Share Posted 2January, 2019 8 hours ago, LeeM said: Yes I'm looking at bloody 996's again https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/details/Porsche-911-Carrera-2002/SSE-AD-5659579/?Cr=17 Off the tip topic for a sec This looks half decent with low kms https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/details/Porsche-911-Carrera-2000/SSE-AD-5792168/?Cr=23 Both of those look well priced. Being a little biased, I do prefer the .2 look, but the .1 is a manual. Hard choice, but probably the manual would win out if it checks out OK LeeM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PDean Posted 3January, 2019 Report Share Posted 3January, 2019 20 hours ago, TINGY996 said: Looks like you have the sickness mate, i was in serious negotiations with the owner of the second car but i found a local car. Do it Lee, you know you want to How serious did the negotiations get? I'm heading back to Melb soon and still hunting. Been in talks about a car in Qld, then it copped some hail damage which has me a bit shy on pulling the trigger on that on as will always be a repaired damaged car🤔 Any info you can pass on would be great. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 3January, 2019 Report Share Posted 3January, 2019 7 hours ago, PDean said: How serious did the negotiations get? I'm heading back to Melb soon and still hunting. Been in talks about a car in Qld, then it copped some hail damage which has me a bit shy on pulling the trigger on that on as will always be a repaired damaged car🤔 Any info you can pass on would be great. Cheers PM sent. PDean 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveyoul Posted 6January, 2019 Report Share Posted 6January, 2019 On 23/11/2018 at 09:37, dan_189 said: ... And the lame "XSTIG" numberplate :rollseyes: That, and the wheels, will be the first things to go. 😁 James P and Dave997S 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troubleshooter Posted 6January, 2019 Report Share Posted 6January, 2019 1 hour ago, daveyoul said: That, and the wheels, will be the first things to go. 😁 Ahh so we have a new owner, and member, well done Dave welcome aboard ... yep those 997 turbo rims look so crap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveyoul Posted 6January, 2019 Report Share Posted 6January, 2019 4 hours ago, Troubleshooter said: Ahh so we have a new owner, and member, well done Dave welcome aboard ... yep those 997 turbo rims look so crap Thanks. Final ppi happening early this week, and hoping to pick up not too long after. Will be putting the standard rims back on, or maybe turbo twists. Totally agree, the 997t rims are just all kinds of wrong! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLD Posted 6January, 2019 Report Share Posted 6January, 2019 18 minutes ago, daveyoul said: Thanks. Final ppi happening early this week, and hoping to pick up not too long after. Will be putting the standard rims back on, or maybe turbo twists. Totally agree, the 997t rims are just all kinds of wrong! Fingers crossed all goes well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harsh Posted 6January, 2019 Report Share Posted 6January, 2019 https://waauctioneers.hibid.com/lot/78706-154784-22478/2000-porshe-carrera-911-roadster/ This could go cheap...........if you don't mind a cab Mttel 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveyoul Posted 9January, 2019 Report Share Posted 9January, 2019 On 06/01/2019 at 20:18, JLD said: Fingers crossed all goes well! (Un)Fortunately, the ppi uncovered a deal breaker, so I’m back on the hunt. Will be back once I’ve found the right one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan_189 Posted 9January, 2019 Report Share Posted 9January, 2019 Ooo do tell... Troubleshooter 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLD Posted 9January, 2019 Report Share Posted 9January, 2019 5 hours ago, daveyoul said: (Un)Fortunately, the ppi uncovered a deal breaker, so I’m back on the hunt. Will be back once I’ve found the right one! Sorry to hear.. is it something that affects your view or is it something that no one would want? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James P Posted 9January, 2019 Report Share Posted 9January, 2019 6 hours ago, daveyoul said: (Un)Fortunately, the ppi uncovered a deal breaker, so I’m back on the hunt. Will be back once I’ve found the right one! What was the deal breaker? I’ve got a guy that’s looking for a 996, maybe some negotiation is in order to make the car right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveyoul Posted 9January, 2019 Report Share Posted 9January, 2019 There was a fairly significant noise / knock from the engine. Ppi guy pulled the pin early and advised to continue looking. I believe the seller genuinely wasn't aware and is already speaking to the relevant people to make it right. He has done the right thing by me the whole way. Once rectified I may reconsider, but will have that conversation with the vendor at the relevant time. For the time being I will keep my eyes on carsales for something in the similar price bracket. I think there are a few dreamers out there... Or people with far deeper pockets than me... Maybe both! Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan_189 Posted 9January, 2019 Report Share Posted 9January, 2019 Knocking or engine noise is a big red flag, good call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James P Posted 9January, 2019 Report Share Posted 9January, 2019 22 minutes ago, daveyoul said: There was a fairly significant noise / knock from the engine. Ppi guy pulled the pin early and advised to continue looking. I believe the seller genuinely wasn't aware and is already speaking to the relevant people to make it right. He has done the right thing by me the whole way. Once rectified I may reconsider, but will have that conversation with the vendor at the relevant time. For the time being I will keep my eyes on carsales for something in the similar price bracket. I think there are a few dreamers out there... Or people with far deeper pockets than me... Maybe both! Cheers Probably bore scoring in cylinder 4 or 5, do you know if the noise was just at idle or also whilst revving? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81hJmkpbQS0 this one sounds bad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveyoul Posted 9January, 2019 Report Share Posted 9January, 2019 James, afaik it was just at idle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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