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Old 12-24-2016, 10:57 PM
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I bought my 6turbo at world fine cars. they are a very good dealership with mostly great cars. If they get a car that is not in great shape they usually will just run it through one of the auctions. They also have a great reputation from doing good business. Just be sure to deal with Eric and not the old timer salesman.
I suggest looking for a 996 turbo cab in auto. Great modern car and GT1 engine in your price range.
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Tx everyone. Given that I won't need to a car till Spring, time is on my side. It's always fun to shop cars!
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Originally Posted by Christien
Whatever you do, absolutely 100% insist on a full mechanical inspection at a shop of your choice (though make it a reputable shop that knows Porsches - there are lots in the GTA). It should run you between $250 and $400. Make sure they check for any evidence of previous accidents, along with everything else. If the seller won't allow it, don't buy the car, full stop.
Excellent advice Christien,

Does anyone recommend a shop in the west end of the GTA that can do such an inspection?
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Old 12-27-2016, 11:23 PM
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Default Someone to inspect a 911 in the GTA west end
Looking for a shop which can inspect a 911. Prefer Etobicoke, Mississauga, Brampton areas.


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What year ?
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Old 12-28-2016, 10:30 AM
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Originally Posted by vetfever
Looking for a shop which can inspect a 911. Prefer Etobicoke, Mississauga, Brampton areas.


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Mantis in Oakville too far away?
They know P cars.
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Old 12-28-2016, 11:02 AM
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Originally Posted by theiceman
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Mantis in Oakville too far away?
They know P cars.
2009 Carrera base RWD - Oakville might work; if the seller agrees....
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I guess there is also Pfaff in Woodbridge. Are the dealers even a possibility?
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its a modern water cooled car ... I don't think you need a specialized independent. Oakville or any dealer would do.
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Try Hunter in Miss. (Dixie-Dundas area). He's known for air cooled cars but a friend of mine uses him for his Cayman.
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Try Hunter in Miss. (Dixie-Dundas area). He's known for air cooled cars but a friend of mine uses him for his Cayman.
Hunter Motorsports - yes - just southeast of Dixie & Dundas. Thanks.
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Originally Posted by vetfever
I guess there is also Pfaff in Woodbridge. Are the dealers even a possibility?
Pfaff doesn't do PPIs. Too much liability for little income. Or maybe that's just for 996s (IMS issues).
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