PhilH Posted 2January Report Share Posted 2January Have accepted a job based in Sweden so departing mid to late January, so with some hesitation, I am putting my 996.1 manual coupe up for sale. Car is in excellent condition, 161,XXXKM $75,000 ONO (I am sure there will be lots of comments about it being overpriced etc etc - constructive feedback welcomed!!) IMS Solution installed Full leather interior GT3 Aerokit (Taco tail engine cover in storage as my wife did not like it!!) GT3 Suspension (recently refreshed) Engine & Gear box mounts replaced Coils replaced New tyres (Michelin Pilot Sports) Service history/books with all receipts for last 5 years (my ownership) GT3 centre console delete kit (not currently installed) Send me a message if interested or for more photos/log book details. Phil A couple more photos with Taco tail attached JWM, Shedpest, AndrewM and 8 others 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 2January Report Share Posted 2January I knew this day was coming 🙄 I've driven a couple or 3 996's which I've thoroughly enjoyed, and as most people know, they're a great car in standard form. Now this might be long, and will probably sound biased and a sales spiel, as Phil is a mate of mine and I've driven this car a couple of times, yet I'm saying this honestly to anyone who is looking for a 996. With the suspension upgrades, I firmly believe you won't find a better driving 996, as I've driven it a day after driving a standard 996 of the same year. I know Phil has spent a decent wedge of coin on it with the IMS etc sorted out, and he's very particular with this car, so I'm sure anyone would be happy to own it. The steering is so precise, and although the suspension is firm, it's not uncomfortable in the hills on bumpy roads. I drove it both times at a fair clip on roads I know very well (catching and harrasing 2 big sport bikes blew my mind!), though nowhere near where I would if it was my own car, and it was bloody good fun! It's THE car I've wanted to buy for 3 years (had my chance but wasn't ready), and that hasn't changed, though I'm sadly not in the position to be able to buy it...unfortunately. If you're after a bloody good car, I'd be calling Phil for a chat 👍 JWM, Skidmarks and sjm 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilH Posted 2January Author Report Share Posted 2January Go on Lee...you know you want it 🙂 I am starting to look at Taycans for my car in Sweden. A good 996 manual over there costs more than here! sjm and LeeM 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mttel Posted 2January Report Share Posted 2January Phil, GLWS and you forgot to note the exhaust. MH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 2January Report Share Posted 2January 2 hours ago, PhilH said: Go on Lee...you know you want it 🙂 I am starting to look at Taycans for my car in Sweden. A good 996 manual over there costs more than here! You know I do 🙄😉 As for a Taycan...I think I'll leave you alone on that one mate 😅 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjm Posted 2January Report Share Posted 2January A yellow one on Carsales is asking 135k. Has 130000 k’s and aerokit. I think that’s over priced and yours is fairly reasonably priced. Just my thoughts. GLWS. LeeM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilH Posted 2January Author Report Share Posted 2January 2 hours ago, sjm said: A yellow one on Carsales is asking 135k. Has 130000 k’s and aerokit. I think that’s over priced and yours is fairly reasonably priced. Just my thoughts. GLWS. Yes that seems a tad high to me - I based my price on what I would pay for it knowing the car and what has been done to keep it in the condition it is. I am happy to leave it here and just use it when I am back on leave for a month a year, however don't think that would do it any favours. I did agonise over putting it up for sale. 9 hours ago, Mttel said: Phil, GLWS and you forgot to note the exhaust. MH Oh yeah! Mind you, the list would have been long if I noted everything that has been done/replaced/improved on the car since I have owned it. sjm 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 2January Report Share Posted 2January As I've said @PhilH I'm happy to store it here. Just need your mates joint to store mine 😅 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilson59 Posted 3January Report Share Posted 3January 14 hours ago, LeeM said: I knew this day was coming 🙄 I've driven a couple or 3 996's which I've thoroughly enjoyed, and as most people know, they're a great car in standard form. Now this might be long, and will probably sound biased and a sales spiel, as Phil is a mate of mine and I've driven this car a couple of times, yet I'm saying this honestly to anyone who is looking for a 996. With the suspension upgrades, I firmly believe you won't find a better driving 996, as I've driven it a day after driving a standard 996 of the same year. I know Phil has spent a decent wedge of coin on it with the IMS etc sorted out, and he's very particular with this car, so I'm sure anyone would be happy to own it. The steering is so precise, and although the suspension is firm, it's not uncomfortable in the hills on bumpy roads. I drove it both times at a fair clip on roads I know very well (catching and harrasing 2 big sport bikes blew my mind!), though nowhere near where I would if it was my own car, and it was bloody good fun! It's THE car I've wanted to buy for 3 years (had my chance but wasn't ready), and that hasn't changed, though I'm sadly not in the position to be able to buy it...unfortunately. If you're after a bloody good car, I'd be calling Phil for a chat 👍 Go on Lee just buy it. As mentioned, Phil is a mate of yours be almost rude not to. Troubleshooter, micknine01, LeeM and 1 other 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shedpest Posted 3January Report Share Posted 3January All good things should get handed down to their mates LeeM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoHeadsTas Posted 3January Report Share Posted 3January 7 hours ago, sjm said: A yellow one on Carsales is asking 135k. Has 130000 k’s and aerokit. I laughed when I saw that!!! I reckon Phil's price is right on the money, perhaps just a tad cheap even. I will be very interested in what the final price is, as it will set a benchmark for a well sorted, not totally original car that has been used as it should. Just in process of doing some non-original bodywork mods (ducktail, GT3 type sideskirts and GT3 type lower front spoiler thingo to mine, and will paint my wheel centres gold to set off my seal grey paint....... tomo, Julian1, sjm and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P-Kay Posted 3January Report Share Posted 3January 24 minutes ago, TwoHeadsTas said: bodywork mods pics or it never happened (once done) Sabotage and TwoHeadsTas 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick V Posted 3January Report Share Posted 3January 6 hours ago, LeeM said: As I've said @PhilH I'm happy to store it here. Just need your mates joint to store mine 😅 Go on Lee ……. You can even bank the difference once you’ve sold the SC! It may get you back into the hills on a Sunday morning? TwoHeadsTas, Harsh and Shedpest 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakroo Posted 3January Report Share Posted 3January 55 minutes ago, Rick V said: Go on Lee ……. You can even bank the difference once you’ve sold the SC! It may get you back into the hills on a Sunday morning? that's a great idea @LeeM and @PhilH. All you need to do Lee is trade it with Phil....work out the cash your way (discounted cos you're mates 🙂) and you're in happiness mode. Phil has sold his car and he's happy. You've got a cracker 996, cash in the bank for the missus and rainy days, and you're happy. LeeM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilH Posted 3January Author Report Share Posted 3January 6 hours ago, TwoHeadsTas said: I laughed when I saw that!!! I reckon Phil's price is right on the money, perhaps just a tad cheap even. I will be very interested in what the final price is, as it will set a benchmark for a well sorted, not totally original car that has been used as it should. Just in process of doing some non-original bodywork mods (ducktail, GT3 type sideskirts and GT3 type lower front spoiler thingo to mine, and will paint my wheel centres gold to set off my seal grey paint....... I had the ducktail, Fuch wheels and the shark fin stone guards sitting in my cart with Design 911. (aka the “CSR” look from RPM Technik), but this job came up so I have just kept the cart loaded up in case I get no offers…as per this link Just now, PhilH said: 4 minutes ago, PhilH said: I had the ducktail, Fuch wheels and the shark fin stone guards sitting in my cart with Design 911. (aka the “CSR” look from RPM Technik), but this job came up so I have just kept the cart loaded up in case I get no offers…as per this link hope this works,!, JWM, TwoHeadsTas and LeeM 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 3January Report Share Posted 3January 6 hours ago, Rick V said: Go on Lee ……. You can even bank the difference once you’ve sold the SC! It may get you back into the hills on a Sunday morning? 5 hours ago, jakroo said: that's a great idea @LeeM and @PhilH. All you need to do Lee is trade it with Phil....work out the cash your way (discounted cos you're mates 🙂) and you're in happiness mode. Phil has sold his car and he's happy. You've got a cracker 996, cash in the bank for the missus and rainy days, and you're happy. That has all been in my head for the past 3 years 🙄😁 As much as it is a good scenario, her indoors has always been the little voice of reason with "Don't be a dickhead, as you know you'll regret it..." 🙄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakroo Posted 3January Report Share Posted 3January 9 hours ago, LeeM said: That has all been in my head for the past 3 years 🙄😁 As much as it is a good scenario, her indoors has always been the little voice of reason with "Don't be a dickhead, as you know you'll regret it..." 🙄 That's the problem with pragmatic and logical reasoning, the chance of regret is significantly reduced 😁 LeeM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 3January Report Share Posted 3January 21 minutes ago, jakroo said: That's the problem with pragmatic and logical reasoning, the chance of regret is significantly reduced 😁 Yeah, she gives me the shits with her logical bullshit sometimes 🙄 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilH Posted 3January Author Report Share Posted 3January Take her for a drive and she will be converted!! 😁😁 LeeM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shedpest Posted 3January Report Share Posted 3January The phrase "It's better to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission" suggests that taking action without seeking approval may be more effective than seeking permission beforehand. However, it's important to note that this approach can also lead to negative consequences and should be used with caution. Rick V, 3legs and LeeM 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh Posted 4January Report Share Posted 4January Put the SC on the market and try something new, it could be the key to getting you back out and driving more often. Variety is the spice of life! sjm and Shedpest 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 4January Report Share Posted 4January 2 hours ago, PhilH said: Take her for a drive and she will be converted!! 😁😁 Tried the "It's more comfortable, has air cond..." the last time I discussed it with her mate 😅 Yeah I totally get that @hugh, though though what I'd need/want versus what I'd actually get, are probably too far apart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P-Kay Posted 4January Report Share Posted 4January 1 hour ago, LeeM said: too far apart you seen what some of these w@nkers have been asking?!! 😱 you may be pleasantly surprised...... micknine01 and LeeM 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 4January Report Share Posted 4January 3 minutes ago, P-Kay said: you seen what some of these w@nkers have been asking?!! 😱 you may be pleasantly surprised...... Yeah I have noticed that a bit mate 😅 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakroo Posted 4January Report Share Posted 4January 2 hours ago, LeeM said: The universe is helping you.... https://porscheforum.com.au/topic/22525-wtb-aircooled-911-project-preferred Shedpest, LeeM and 3legs 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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