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Old 01-31-2016, 01:10 AM
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Default Hello Rennlist New 1988 S4 Owner

Hello Renlisters,
Just though I would introduce myself. I am Dennis and I live in Austin, Texas. I recently purchased a 1988 928 S4. I have always loved the 928 but for practicality reasons never thought I should own one. I came to my senses and realized that none of my other cars are practical so why not get a 928. My 928 has approximately 127,000 miles and is a pretty solid car. It is not a trailer queen as it has many small issues, but I am slowly dealing with each of them. I am sure I will have some questions in the future, but for now, everything is working reasonably well. I have been reading the forums here for a few weeks and have found a wealth of information already. I look forward to meeting some of you in person and seeing some of the incredible examples of this model.

Here are a couple pics of my car.
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Old 01-31-2016, 02:48 AM
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Beautiful car! Welcome!
Old 01-31-2016, 05:37 AM
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Welcome, just don't mind me.
Looks like a nice canvas to make your own.
You'll love your car even more over time, and wifey will eventually agree with you.
Said that ^ To say this,... The forum members here are 6 degrees from everyone else, you Will find all the support and help you will need to maintain your 928 here.
Usually you will get a quick response to a question you May have, we try not to give ill advice, so it's possible to pose a question that remains unanswered for a few hours.
Old 01-31-2016, 06:09 AM
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Welcome, looks like a clean stock car.
Old 01-31-2016, 06:24 AM
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Oh yeah!, as a side note, this forum has been infiltrated by "spam bots", they are recognised by their screen name, always gibberish letters, the responses are not random, but quotes from earlier responses.
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Old 01-31-2016, 07:23 AM
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Well golly, another 1988 S4 owner! I've been dealing with one since 2010 and it is a world of trouble and fun all rolled into one.
Old 01-31-2016, 07:51 AM
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Welcome Dennis. Nice looking shark. I have been thinking of a white one, then I would have that spy vs. spy thing going on.
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practicality reasons
Had to look that up in the dictionary...doesn't sound like much fun to me.

Nice looking ride, congratulations!

Brian.
Old 01-31-2016, 07:57 AM
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An obvious caption for your last photo is "Keep Austin Weird".

Nice car. Good luck!
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Welcome. Nice looking car.

How is the interior and engine?

Auto or 5-speed?
Maintenance records?

There are a few "known issues" that are very serious. Timing belt, fuel lines, thrust bearing in autos are just a few.
If those aren't addressed, or known to have been already, then you should think very seriously about taking care of them.

There's a pretty good crowd in Texas. Lots in the DFW area.
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Congrats and welcome to Rennlist, that's a good looking car.
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Welcome, nice looking 88!
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Welcome! Be sure to check out the Third Coast thread --and to attend. You'll probably be with about 30 928s and their owners. A really nice group of people and a great event. The Spring Fling 928 gathering, where you can meet a number of 928 owners and enjoy is also coming up in Rockport and enjoy bluebonnets and the beach.

Brad
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Originally Posted by Dennisrh
I have been reading the forums here for a few weeks and have found a wealth of information already.
Welcome Dennis,

As you've noted above, this forum has a wealth of 'free' information available, so I suggest supporting this forum financially by becoming a member. Its not a lot in comparison to the money you will save paying an 'expert' to give their opinion elsewhere.

BTW - Nice pickup - I always wanted a white one.............


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