The devil is tempting me...
07-22-2009, 03:40 PM
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The devil is tempting me...
A persistent guy wants to buy my car....
I found a 1995 993 C2 for sale in very good shape with only 40000miles....(mine has 98500)
price difference: 20k U$S
I found a 1995 993 C2 for sale in very good shape with only 40000miles....(mine has 98500)
price difference: 20k U$S
07-22-2009, 03:50 PM
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No offense to the 993 owners but how can you consider getting rid of your 964? 
If the 993 would be an addition, then more power to you. IMHO, the 964 is the best of breed of the 911's. Classic styling with modern bits underneath.
Jokes aside, if you drive the 993 and it feels like its the right car for you, then go for it. Personally, I like the 964s.
Good luck with the decision. I'm sure you will make the right choice.
If the 993 would be an addition, then more power to you. IMHO, the 964 is the best of breed of the 911's. Classic styling with modern bits underneath.Jokes aside, if you drive the 993 and it feels like its the right car for you, then go for it. Personally, I like the 964s.
Good luck with the decision. I'm sure you will make the right choice.
07-22-2009, 03:59 PM
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The 95's don't have the Varioram 3.6....so it's pretty much the same engine isn't it? 20K is a lot of money...what are the differences between the two cars (aside from mileage) that would make the differential worth it to you?
07-22-2009, 05:23 PM
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I'm a huge 964 fan and don't see the attraction of the 993? Well, ok I do, but... The 993 is a great car, but it's a different equation if you're already coming from a 964? Older car, sure. 996 or 997, sure. But 993?
Drive it and if you like it better, buy it.
My big question is... you're worked hard to sort through your car these past couple of years. If you sell it, that work is gone. A 993 might be an improvement for you, but you might have to start all over again with this next car? New learning curve, address the previous owner's deferred maintainence, new mods to get the car the way to want it? The $20k price difference you mentioned is just the start...
Drive it and if you like it better, buy it.
My big question is... you're worked hard to sort through your car these past couple of years. If you sell it, that work is gone. A 993 might be an improvement for you, but you might have to start all over again with this next car? New learning curve, address the previous owner's deferred maintainence, new mods to get the car the way to want it? The $20k price difference you mentioned is just the start...
07-22-2009, 06:55 PM
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I'm a huge 964 fan and don't see the attraction of the 993? Well, ok I do, but... The 993 is a great car, but it's a different equation if you're already coming from a 964? Older car, sure. 996 or 997, sure. But 993?
Drive it and if you like it better, buy it.
My big question is... you're worked hard to sort through your car these past couple of years. If you sell it, that work is gone. A 993 might be an improvement for you, but you might have to start all over again with this next car? New learning curve, address the previous owner's deferred maintainence, new mods to get the car the way to want it? The $20k price difference you mentioned is just the start...
Drive it and if you like it better, buy it.
My big question is... you're worked hard to sort through your car these past couple of years. If you sell it, that work is gone. A 993 might be an improvement for you, but you might have to start all over again with this next car? New learning curve, address the previous owner's deferred maintainence, new mods to get the car the way to want it? The $20k price difference you mentioned is just the start...
07-22-2009, 06:57 PM
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2004 Speed Yellow GT3
20,200 miles
GT3 Cup wing and deck lid
Deviated color stitching in speed yellow on dash
NEW Sumitomos mounted on stock wheels
Pagid pads
RS pulley
Very well maintained - records available
Custom sound system:
Head unit: Alpine CDA9885 with iPod interface/controller
Mid amps: Alpine PDX4.150 (150x4 Watt digital)
Subwoofer amp: Alpine PDX1.600 (600 Watt digital)
Speakers: Boston Acoustics PRO60, NEO-M
Subwoofer: JL Audio 8W3V38
$59,900
Marilynn Moseley
903-930-2613
marilynnmoseley@ yahoo.com
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07-22-2009, 07:14 PM
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07-22-2009, 09:05 PM
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If you want the car, then by all means, get it! Life is too short. But I would not consider deferred maintenance a compelling reason to buy this or virtually any Porsche. Certainly, the likelihood of failure is less with well-cared for, newer examples but there is always that possibility.
Good luck and let us know what you decide!
07-22-2009, 09:23 PM
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Run. However, let an angel tempt you to buy the GT3 in my avatar.
2004 Speed Yellow GT3
20,200 miles
GT3 Cup wing and deck lid
Deviated color stitching in speed yellow on dash
NEW Sumitomos mounted on stock wheels
Pagid pads
RS pulley
Very well maintained - records available
Custom sound system:
Head unit: Alpine CDA9885 with iPod interface/controller
Mid amps: Alpine PDX4.150 (150x4 Watt digital)
Subwoofer amp: Alpine PDX1.600 (600 Watt digital)
Speakers: Boston Acoustics PRO60, NEO-M
Subwoofer: JL Audio 8W3V38
$59,900
Marilynn Moseley
903-930-2613
marilynnmoseley@ yahoo.com
Other track goodies for sale as well:
https://rennlist.com/forums/996-gt2-...-and-more.html
2004 Speed Yellow GT3
20,200 miles
GT3 Cup wing and deck lid
Deviated color stitching in speed yellow on dash
NEW Sumitomos mounted on stock wheels
Pagid pads
RS pulley
Very well maintained - records available
Custom sound system:
Head unit: Alpine CDA9885 with iPod interface/controller
Mid amps: Alpine PDX4.150 (150x4 Watt digital)
Subwoofer amp: Alpine PDX1.600 (600 Watt digital)
Speakers: Boston Acoustics PRO60, NEO-M
Subwoofer: JL Audio 8W3V38
$59,900
Marilynn Moseley
903-930-2613
marilynnmoseley@ yahoo.com
Other track goodies for sale as well:
https://rennlist.com/forums/996-gt2-...-and-more.html
07-22-2009, 09:36 PM
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DUTIES / TAXES: (FOR ARGENTINES OR PERMANENT RESIDENTS ONLY)
Approximately 79% of car CIF value,. If the car is diesel the taxes are 100 % of CIF value.
USED CARS AND MOTORCYCLES
Importation of new cars is subject to Ministry of Commerce regulations and is limited to certain types of vehicles.
* Foreign Diplomats are able to import used cars.
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* Persons with permanent resident status may import used cars.
Approximately 79% of car CIF value,. If the car is diesel the taxes are 100 % of CIF value.
USED CARS AND MOTORCYCLES
Importation of new cars is subject to Ministry of Commerce regulations and is limited to certain types of vehicles.
* Foreign Diplomats are able to import used cars.
* Returning Argentine Citizens may import used cars only (once for each members of the couple).
* Persons with permanent resident status may import used cars.
