raafrebel Posted 21April, 2014 Report Share Posted 21April, 2014 Well, I did it. Bought my first porsche. After looking for many months , amny PPIs, and lots of test drives, I bought a nice car 2000 Model 3.4L 996 For all the NON beleivers ofwater cooled cars, These things are amazing. OK , it sno collectable 930, (I really wanted to buy one) I will get one one day to add to my car and bike collection. I have test drove many cars, air cooled and water cooled, and all i can say is that they are ALL good cars. As long as it has a Porsche logo on the bonnet, its a good thing. As far as Bang for your buck, which was the MAIN factor for me with a budget of around 60k, i beleive i have made the right decission. These 996 cars are unbeleivable to drive for having your first porsche. I dont undersatnd why people bag these cars out. I read many rewiews, watched many old reveiws and not a bad thing was said about these cars back in the day. Im baffeled as to why so many people dont like these cars, after all, its only around 50k. Yes, there are many more "better " model Porsches out there, but i dont have 100k to buy a 997. I didnt want a Boxter , I didnt want a caynman, I wanted a 911. Ive been around and owned many different high performance cars and bikes, and these 996 cars are , in my opinion , the best value for money porsche you can buy if you have a limited budget. The are extremly cabable cars and ive only had mine for a day!! So, here is what i bought 2000 model 996, 3.4L 6 speed manual When new, this car cost $238,000 I paid $53,000 It only has 54,000 Km on the clock and is in MINT condition. The Genuine porsche accessories alone was pushing 40k!! Customer order paint ,( Metalic,) Porsche Australia said its the only one in the country and mabey the world!! Carbon interior pac, Carbon gear knob and hand brake Factory lowred factory "turbo" wheels Sports seats Embroided seats headlight washers 3 spoke steering wheel Crest wheel caps Porsche stability management ( must have been an extra on early 996 cars) Package X70 X71 X54, ( if anyone knows what the hell that is please let me know! It cost $4000) I cant seem to be able to upload photos, so if someone can do it for me i can send a few pics. I am extremly happy with this car, and for those of you thinking of buying your first Porsche, you should really consider these cars. Extremly great value for the cash, You can buy a 1\4 of a million dollar super car for around 50k! that in my book is great value. I also think, if you look after your car , you will always get back what you paid. Thanks to all here with suggestions and help. Much appreciated. ALWAYS get a PPI Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
9fan Posted 21April, 2014 Report Share Posted 21April, 2014 Fantastic Dan, certainly lots of goodies with it - ENJOY the drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webrest Posted 21April, 2014 Report Share Posted 21April, 2014 Welcome aboard Dan, To post photos it has to be done via photobucket or similar. Steps. 1/ Set up a free account with Photobucket 2/ Upload required photo to Photobucket. 3/ Copy link in "IMG" in the list of "Links To Share this Photo" You achieve this by simply left clicking on the box 4/ Open PFA and paste into your post Here is what it looks like on the PB site Sorry, it's a bit of a dog's breakfast, but that is the way that it has to be done. After you have done it a couple of times you will not find it difficult Pain in the a*se, but not difficult Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-banger Posted 21April, 2014 Report Share Posted 21April, 2014 Congrats Dan. Check this for 996 option codes. https://www.stuttcars.com/technical/option-codes/996/ It's a pity the car didn't have option X51 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted 21April, 2014 Report Share Posted 21April, 2014 I didnt want a Boxter I cant seem to be able to upload photos, so if someone can do it for me i can send a few pics. Dan Ouch......only joking RAAF, each to their own, your car sounds great, congratulations, you have made a good choice by the sounds of it. If you would like someone to post up some photos for you send me a PM and I will send you my personal email address and get them up for you. If you get yourself a PHOTOBUCKET account that will help you. No charge to open one up. We rests advice and instructions should help you, if not, let me know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raafrebel Posted 23April, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 23April, 2014 Ouch......only joking RAAF, each to their own, your car sounds great, congratulations, you have made a good choice by the sounds of it. If you would like someone to post up some photos for you send me a PM and I will send you my personal email address and get them up for you. If you get yourself a PHOTOBUCKET account that will help you. No charge to open one up. We rests advice and instructions should help you, if not, let me know Thanks mate, I have nothing against any particular car at all, especially if the owner loves his \her car Thanks for that, i will send u PM and send through a few pics shortly. appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted 6May, 2014 Report Share Posted 6May, 2014 AND HERE IT IS RAAFREBEL/Dan's new 996 3.4L Have to say Dan.....NICE Congratulations on the purchase I think you have got plenty of Bang for your Buck with that one, and it is a stunner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
911barber Posted 6May, 2014 Report Share Posted 6May, 2014 hey nice car Dan. the wheels, colour combo and value makes your purchase one you should be proud of, congrats! and its a 911! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
911barber Posted 6May, 2014 Report Share Posted 6May, 2014 Also Dan, now you got me looking at the 996's for my second (daily) P car! my wife hates you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Posted 6May, 2014 Report Share Posted 6May, 2014 Nice car Raaf. Good to see a colour other than silver! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-banger Posted 6May, 2014 Report Share Posted 6May, 2014 Nice car Raaf. Good to see a colour other than silver! Or black. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Pearl Posted 6May, 2014 Report Share Posted 6May, 2014 Congratulations. Enjoy it Drive it enjoy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted 6May, 2014 Report Share Posted 6May, 2014 Damn you Dan.....I love that car.......(mind working overtime).....can I......Would I..... In a heartbeat. Now to start laying some very slight foundation stones...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webrest Posted 6May, 2014 Report Share Posted 6May, 2014 Nice car Raaf. Good to see a colour other than silver! I thought it was silver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raafrebel Posted 7May, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 7May, 2014 I thought it was silver Thanks for posting Niko, I will send you a couple more shortly as ive added a few things! . No, not silver, Customer order paint, its like champane\silver\light gold.... whatever it is, it looks great. The Original build sheet which i have, states that it has $38,000 worth of genuine factory extras. I think i got a great deal only has 53,000 km..... 54,000km...., hang on , no it has 54,500km! I cant keep out of it!! put 2 new rear tyres on it yesterday and a couple nice stripes on the bottom of the doors. These cars are outstanding to drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted 7May, 2014 Report Share Posted 7May, 2014 Another shot from RAAFREBEL, this time with the new addition of the side stripe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clutch-monkey Posted 7May, 2014 Report Share Posted 7May, 2014 ah can see the colour much better there, looks great. not sold on the sticker! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raafrebel Posted 7May, 2014 Author Report Share Posted 7May, 2014 Its a very hard color to photogragh. but it looks great in the flesh. as for the sticker, I like it, it also looks better in the flesh, I dont mind racing stripes\stickers, at least you can take em off ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
au-yt Posted 8May, 2014 Report Share Posted 8May, 2014 Hi Dan Great Car Congratulations, it might be your first but it wont be your last , they are addictive critters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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