SteveF Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 I was going to wait until the formalities were done but the excitement is too much and I need to share. I have actually bought my first Porsche, Peter's 1976 911 Sporto. I think I am going to burst with excitement and cannot wait until this coming Friday when I pick it up. As many of you know I have been looking for a Porsche for some time and nearly bought a 944 a year or so ago. I have been following Peter's 'Dilemma' thread since the beginning but was never in a position to do anything about it. I must have read the thread about a hundred times! I planned to contact Peter in January to ask if he was still thinking of selling as SWMBO finally came around to me buying one. (I wore her down!) Strangely enough I was following his thread and when he posted that he was moving to NZ and had to sell I thought the planets are aligning for me and responded to the post very quickly. Over the past few weeks, apart from not having much sleep thinking about it, I have been speaking with Peter and Simon at Autowerks on the Central Coast. I went up and drove the car a week ago and absolutely loved it (I wanted to post in the 'Smile' thread at the time). Prior to driving it I wasn't sure about the sporto side but was keen to experience it. What fun it was. Just being able to drive and experience one of these iconic cars was just amazing. Simon was very patient with me and went through the car in detail. A PPI was booked in for last Monday. Nothing surprising came out as I knew the headliner needed redoing and the paint was average. There are a few mechanical items to fix, which are being done this week along with a service, but overall it is in great shape. I also called Porsche Australia to learn more about the car. I have to say the guy I spoke to was fantastic and explained that it was Australian delivered in silver, leather interior with tartan inserts, Fuch wheels, front and rear stabiliser bars, sunroof and side mouldings. All items are still with the car except one of the stabiliser bars which is being replaced. There was even an original manual in the glove box. What awesome service from Porsche and very interesting. If you want to learn more about your car, give them a call. Apologies if I am rambling but are pretty exciting with everything that is happening and have been keen to share my experience with everyone on the forum. 6 more sleeps to go! Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nath Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GC9911 Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OZ930 Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Now I understand……congratulations. You will have to change your avatar !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russ Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Congrats! Welcome another sporto! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben C3.o Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Well done Steve, congratulations. I'm glad it wasn't on the market for long, I'm a sucker for a 1976 anything, especially a 911. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roodog911 Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Great stuff Steve! Its a fantastic feeling when you get your dream car. Enjoy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mtheo72 Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Congrats. Enjoy the experience. The best thing with "our" era of P car is their uncanny ability to feel/sound/smell a little different on each and every drive. Love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Steve what fantastic news for you, awesome, now it's my turn to be a passenger! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldblade Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Go on I want to see you burst Congrates Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
withers Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Congrats Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corki944 Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Congrats to you Steve. Hope you enjoy the ride and the rush and will see you on the road. Well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Man Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Fantastic news Steve. Really pleased for you mate. Will we see you with Sporto in Canberra? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveF Posted 15February, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Thanks everyone for your messages. Theo, you sure will see the car in Canberra. I can only do the Thursday and Friday. I will have to leave early on the Saturday morning as I have a wedding to attend and would lose body parts if I didn't go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pauly Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Explains all the Steve F posts! haha. Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris-p Posted 15February, 2014 Report Share Posted 15February, 2014 Well done Steve. Great news. First Porsche I had a ride in was a sporto and thought it was fantastic. Really pleased for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustJames Posted 16February, 2014 Report Share Posted 16February, 2014 Well done Steve! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pocketscience Posted 16February, 2014 Report Share Posted 16February, 2014 Excellent - very happy for you Steve!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerry Posted 16February, 2014 Report Share Posted 16February, 2014 Terrific news Steve, now you can start dreaming about the next one!!! Looking forward to hearing about your first drive as owner... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Harold Posted 16February, 2014 Report Share Posted 16February, 2014 Good on you for taking the plunge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-banger Posted 16February, 2014 Report Share Posted 16February, 2014 Well done Steve. Sporto...very rare nowadays. Enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 16February, 2014 Report Share Posted 16February, 2014 That's awesome news Steve! Congratulations! It's an awesome looking car that you have acquired, I am glad it's going to a good home and staying in the community. PS - next time were having drinks you won't be the porscheless guy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doish13 Posted 16February, 2014 Report Share Posted 16February, 2014 I'm actually going to miss tagging along for all those test drives... Well done mate and congratulations. You will be giggling like a school girl driving it home ... And pretty much every day your driving it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
9fan Posted 16February, 2014 Report Share Posted 16February, 2014 About Time Steve, The is back on your Dial. See you (and your Mate) in Canbra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pocketscience Posted 20February, 2014 Report Share Posted 20February, 2014 Is it Friday yet...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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