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Old 04-10-2016, 08:23 AM
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Prices are going up and it makes me happy. Jump on while you can!
I paid 42k for my near perfect 37,000 mile 2004 in 2014.
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Old 04-10-2016, 10:02 AM
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Just find out the service history, last plug change, etc.
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Old 04-10-2016, 10:42 AM
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Originally Posted by rick brooklyn
Yes and no. The other day I slightly overcooked a corner at lime rock and took just a feather off the throttle and immediately the rear came out to play. Nothing major and I had PSM on, but ultimately it's still a rear engine car...
Yeah, that happens.
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Old 04-10-2016, 11:29 AM
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Originally Posted by rick brooklyn
Yes and no. The other day I slightly overcooked a corner at lime rock and took just a feather off the throttle and immediately the rear came out to play. Nothing major and I had PSM on, but ultimately it's still a rear engine car...
yes I need to get it on the track
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Old 04-10-2016, 12:22 PM
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Welcome Estoril. Good luck with the purchase - hope all goes well.

Now, that being said, PICS OR IT NEVER HAPPENED.

(we like pictures)
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Old 04-10-2016, 02:05 PM
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Originally Posted by jason952
Just find out the service history, last plug change, etc.
I have the service history for the last 7 years at least. All at the dealership that is selling it. I am not sure what maintenance they will be doing before I buy though.
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Old 04-10-2016, 02:07 PM
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Alright here is one pic I have so far. It is covered in pollen, so keep that in mind haha.

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Old 04-10-2016, 02:09 PM
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Thank you for all the kind words guys! I am hoping all goes smoothly next week and I can take it home. I am always worried that they quoted me a wrong price, it will have issues, etc until the deal is done.

It also has the bumperettes, so that is the first mod on the list
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Old 04-11-2016, 11:09 PM
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Update: Just found a 2002 Seal Grey 6 speed with 41k miles in my hometown for 42.5k asking. Her husband passed away a few years ago and she never drives it, although she still had it serviced. May take a look at that tomorrow.
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Old 04-12-2016, 07:29 PM
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That's me, I needed to have the 959's wheels balanced. I hate having to drive the 918 while I wait.
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Old 04-13-2016, 12:44 AM
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Update again: Picking up my 996 turbo tomorrow morning. Found an even better one. Private sale. 2002 Slate Grey 6 speed 41k miles. Carbon wheel, crest in headrests, design package (whatever that is), nav, bose. PPI at local independent said the only thing it really needs was a left tie rod end. Clutch accumulator could be replaced, as the clutch is stiff when starting. Otherwise PERFECT.

Getting it for 41k. Seems like a great deal to me. I will post pics tomorrow!
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Old 05-23-2016, 05:36 PM
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Here it is!

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Old 05-23-2016, 06:09 PM
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wow, spectacular (and relatively rare) color!

Congrats!
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Old 05-23-2016, 07:36 PM
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Nice, one more in the area I see!
I was picking up some parts at Barrier/AN when that black 959 was in for service and noticed it too.
We are fortunate to have a great tuner in the backyard!
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Old 05-23-2016, 08:20 PM
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Great Color!

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