tomo Posted 10September, 2020 Report Share Posted 10September, 2020 Well the new 996 (to us) is on the truck towards Melbourne should get there some time tomorrow, Then head down bush on Monday, 2004 55000 ks, IMS solution kit fitted ,FSH and a tipy (Dicky knee) Should be a good bit o Kit. LeeM, Dalai, Raven and 11 others 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARTY Posted 10September, 2020 Report Share Posted 10September, 2020 I’m sure you’ll love it tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luzzo Posted 10September, 2020 Report Share Posted 10September, 2020 New toy...! Always exciting 👏 Enjoy @tomo tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted 10September, 2020 Report Share Posted 10September, 2020 Enjoy ................. tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stepo Posted 10September, 2020 Report Share Posted 10September, 2020 Great result, they’re a wonderful car, no doubt you’ll be very happy. Post some pics when you can. tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick V Posted 10September, 2020 Report Share Posted 10September, 2020 Congrats. Welcome to the dark side (w/c & 996). Raven and tomo 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 10September, 2020 Author Report Share Posted 10September, 2020 2 hours ago, Rick V said: Congrats. Welcome to the dark side (w/c & 996). The A/C side of life is bit prickly as well but loved every minit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick V Posted 10September, 2020 Report Share Posted 10September, 2020 16 minutes ago, tomo said: The A/C side of life is bit prickly as well but loved every minit. Me too....... except the bit where I sold my Aust delivered guards red ‘85 Carrera Coupe for $43k!! Doh!! tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luzzo Posted 10September, 2020 Report Share Posted 10September, 2020 6 minutes ago, Rick V said: Me too....... except the bit where I sold my Aust delivered guards red ‘85 Carrera Coupe for $43k!! Doh!! I guess, look at the upside. It allowed you to get into the GT3. And that has most likely increased in value rather well, and probably will continue to do so... Rick V 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted 10September, 2020 Report Share Posted 10September, 2020 Still think you would look better in a Cayman, but nice choice, congratulations Tomo. A couple of sleepless nights... tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 10September, 2020 Author Report Share Posted 10September, 2020 Yes will see how the 996 pans out before any other purchases, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P-Kay Posted 10September, 2020 Report Share Posted 10September, 2020 Ahh...that would explain the avatar update - Congrats and enjoy. They're a great car! tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 13September, 2020 Author Report Share Posted 13September, 2020 Have been looking into a flappy paddle steering wheel for the tipster, Have got onto a mob in the states that makes you a brand new replacement wheel with paddles, And you fit your airbag @1399 us $ plus postage nice looking bit o kit but getting up there in price. The wheel is also smaller in diamiter than the S/W Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 15September, 2020 Author Report Share Posted 15September, 2020 Well the 996 has been sitting in a yard in Melbourne for 3 days gets loaded to day to make the last leg home, Lets hope it is as good as all the the reports and pics. Niko, LeeM and luzzo 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoHeadsTas Posted 15September, 2020 Report Share Posted 15September, 2020 On 13/09/2020 at 14:57, tomo said: Have been looking into a flappy paddle steering wheel for the tipster, Have got onto a mob in the states that makes you a brand new replacement wheel with paddles, And you fit your airbag @1399 us $ plus postage nice looking bit o kit but getting up there in price. The wheel is also smaller in diamiter than the S/W If you can get hold of a manual wheel, then Merc AMG paddles are the go, and I think there's a guy in the UK that does a plug and play wiring harness. You can also use your Tip wheel so you've got both options. I was going to do it on my C2 tip, just never got around to it..... Harsh and tomo 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luzzo Posted 15September, 2020 Report Share Posted 15September, 2020 44 minutes ago, tomo said: Well the 996 has been sitting in a yard in Melbourne for 3 days gets loaded to day to make the last leg home, Lets hope it is as good as all the the reports and pics. Always an anxious wait @tomo. Exciting next couple of days! tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 15September, 2020 Author Report Share Posted 15September, 2020 4 hours ago, TwoHeadsTas said: If you can get hold of a manual wheel, then Merc AMG paddles are the go, and I think there's a guy in the UK that does a plug and play wiring harness. You can also use your Tip wheel so you've got both options. I was going to do it on my C2 tip, just never got around to it..... Yes, I have seen that DYI article, And @2 k for the wheel without postage I rekon thats the way I will be goin, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoHeadsTas Posted 15September, 2020 Report Share Posted 15September, 2020 2 hours ago, tomo said: Yes, I have seen that DYI article, And @2 k for the wheel without postage I rekon thats the way I will be goin, Just thinking, 4 spoke or 3 spoke wheel? (Sorry, can't recall what year you have). I have a 4 spoke manual wheel, rims not overly flash from sun damage, but might be a nice recover job if you have an earlier car..... tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 15September, 2020 Author Report Share Posted 15September, 2020 50 minutes ago, TwoHeadsTas said: Just thinking, 4 spoke or 3 spoke wheel? (Sorry, can't recall what year you have). I have a 4 spoke manual wheel, rims not overly flash from sun damage, but might be a nice recover job if you have an earlier car..... Thanks for the thinking @TwoHeadsTas but 2004 3 spoke, But first I might get her off the truck and go for a spin. Hangin out LeeM and TwoHeadsTas 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stepo Posted 16September, 2020 Report Share Posted 16September, 2020 14 hours ago, tomo said: Hangin out Some nice Countryside around Portland, when you get that baby off the truck I can see the smile on your face when you open her up for the first time . So I presume you purchased site unseen, just pics and a report? Have you driven a 996 before, any test drives in Vic prior to locking this one in? tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 16September, 2020 Author Report Share Posted 16September, 2020 1 hour ago, Stepo said: Some nice Countryside around Portland, when you get that baby off the truck I can see the smile on your face when you open her up for the first time . So I presume you purchased site unseen, just pics and a report? Have you driven a 996 before, any test drives in Vic prior to locking this one in? Yep sight unseen,Never driven a Porsche since the 964, Just got her off the carrier, Think I did Ok first inspection car is bloody spotless car presents as 6 months old not 16 years drives well,Same feel as the 964 so far very pleased, At home pulling it apart to make sure its as good as it looks firstone, Dreamr, luzzo and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P-Kay Posted 16September, 2020 Report Share Posted 16September, 2020 Great result 👍 tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luzzo Posted 16September, 2020 Report Share Posted 16September, 2020 38 minutes ago, tomo said: Same feel as the 964 so far very pleased, That's a complement to the 996. Glad to hear @tomo tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stepo Posted 16September, 2020 Report Share Posted 16September, 2020 1 hour ago, tomo said: Yep sight unseen, pulling it apart to make sure its as good as it looks A lot of love/hype for the 996 lately, and for good reason..............they will entertain your sensations at every level. They look the goods and go like the clappers, you won't ever be disappointed you took the leap. Perfect day for a drive for you I'm thinking, go for it and enjoy! tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted 16September, 2020 Report Share Posted 16September, 2020 Good on you Tomo, congratulations.....Drive it like you stole it.... tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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