What is your philosophy on buying and keeping cars?
02-11-2018, 08:49 PM
#91
I try to buy cars I really like and keep them forever. But it is getting tougher and tougher. First I had to install lifts to increase storage. Now I am building an additional garage. This isn't going to end well.
02-11-2018, 08:58 PM
#92
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i dont know the curretn luxman but the OLD luxman from japan were the real macoy
oh you are into class A amps....
great another nut case.
when i live in boston, i ran 4 ML2, or 2 Threashold SA1.. in the middle of winter, i dont need heater and have all windows open and i am sweating ... and of course, we never turn any solid state amps off...
also dabbled in old tubues: Marantz 8/9/10. no this is not the marantz of today, these in good condition can trade for a half of a GT3RS.
oh you are into class A amps....
great another nut case.
when i live in boston, i ran 4 ML2, or 2 Threashold SA1.. in the middle of winter, i dont need heater and have all windows open and i am sweating ... and of course, we never turn any solid state amps off...
also dabbled in old tubues: Marantz 8/9/10. no this is not the marantz of today, these in good condition can trade for a half of a GT3RS.
02-11-2018, 09:13 PM
#94
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02-11-2018, 09:25 PM
#95
Burning Brakes
I'll just shut up now about stereos.
02-11-2018, 09:37 PM
#96
Drifting
The two statements above describe me very well. Mid thirties married guy that has a love for cars and no need to chase tail anymore.
Having built a good relationship with my Porsche Dealer over many years has changed my approach to cars.
My garage is now empty and with the GT2 RS (arriving in a couple weeks), GT3T (arriving late April), .2 3RS and the Speedster all dropping this year, I need to make some big decisions and look further than my previous ownership pattern. Because I don’t have deep pockets, I will only keep one, max two, of the above cars long term due to the pursuit of my forever car.
After much research, help here on Rennlist and internal searching my forever car is the CGT.
I know I am very lucky to have access to the Porsche lineup and I am grateful for that. Many great cars, the alleged “end of NA” and my limited finances make this thought process very difficult and also fun.
In summary my cars have historically been held for 2 years max. The current situation looks like quite a bit of driving and selling in the short term followed by long term holds.
I welcome anyone’s thoughts on which of the 991s they would break there ownership pattern for and hold (1, max 2) or if they would let them all go for a CGT right now.
If the CGT was suitable as a daily this decision would be easier.
Also I am not a flipper wanting to walk away with money in my pocket, all cars will be sold back through my Porsche Dealer and any realsied funds will be put towards a CGT sourced through the same Dealer. I believe I have eaten enough depreciation and been loyal to my dealer for this privelage lol.
I can't remember in decades test driving a car - the CGT is by far the most connected feeling of any car and that gets better with age.
Buying cars is IMO second to driving them - selling them is the devil IMO of ownership too many people in over their heads or they just enjoy driving sellers nuts. I understand the selling back to the dealer it's much nicer to build a bridge than blow it up.
More important if we want to talk home stereos theaters
02-11-2018, 10:09 PM
#97
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Seven monoblocks. You win. 
Funny thing about CGT. It was my "favorite car I've never driven" since it was introduced. After being in one last year, I realize that I don't have adequate shoulder/elbow room due to the way the door is constructed. Not that I can afford one anyways, but it's still funny how you can lust over a car for years, and realize it just doesn't work for you in 30 seconds.
Funny thing about CGT. It was my "favorite car I've never driven" since it was introduced. After being in one last year, I realize that I don't have adequate shoulder/elbow room due to the way the door is constructed. Not that I can afford one anyways, but it's still funny how you can lust over a car for years, and realize it just doesn't work for you in 30 seconds.
02-11-2018, 11:49 PM
#99
Drifting
Seven monoblocks. You win.
Funny thing about CGT. It was my "favorite car I've never driven" since it was introduced. After being in one last year, I realize that I don't have adequate shoulder/elbow room due to the way the door is constructed. Not that I can afford one anyways, but it's still funny how you can lust over a car for years, and realize it just doesn't work for you in 30 seconds.
Funny thing about CGT. It was my "favorite car I've never driven" since it was introduced. After being in one last year, I realize that I don't have adequate shoulder/elbow room due to the way the door is constructed. Not that I can afford one anyways, but it's still funny how you can lust over a car for years, and realize it just doesn't work for you in 30 seconds.
Know the feeling - always wanted a Ford GT whacked my head going in and out Then sat in the new Ford GT one better like the passenger because it gets awkward.
02-12-2018, 12:16 AM
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My biggest depreciation hits have been anything manufactured by Mercedes.....from the AMG sedans to the G63 wagon. Dont know why I made the same mistake repeatedly - definition of insanity I suppose. loved them when I bought them, hated them shortly after buying, and hated even more the day I sold em....I clearly learned how to spend the money Mooty
02-12-2018, 12:23 AM
#101
Burning Brakes
care to elaborate? I am currently considering letting my Macan GTS go for an E63 estate. Never owned an AMG but had a handful of M cars. I want a wagon that goes like hell but I am curious why you hate the car (or are we just talking depreciation) Also on topic, I typically keep cars for 3-4 years. Though I had my E36 M3 for nearly 8 years.
02-12-2018, 12:30 AM
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care to elaborate? I am currently considering letting my Macan GTS go for an E63 estate. Never owned an AMG but had a handful of M cars. I want a wagon that goes like hell but I am curious why you hate the car (or are we just talking depreciation) Also on topic, I typically keep cars for 3-4 years. Though I had my E36 M3 for nearly 8 years.
02-12-2018, 03:31 AM
#103
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Love this audio sidetrack, which is an even more subjective topic. One thing I have learned over many years is that less can sometimes be more. After many high-powered monoblocks and such, I have converted to active speakers. Now if you guys have not tried this, you should, although I would understand if you do not want to dismantle your 20-100K speakers.
02-12-2018, 11:07 AM
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Love this audio sidetrack, which is an even more subjective topic. One thing I have learned over many years is that less can sometimes be more. After many high-powered monoblocks and such, I have converted to active speakers. Now if you guys have not tried this, you should, although I would understand if you do not want to dismantle your 20-100K speakers.
02-12-2018, 12:17 PM
#105
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AMG depreciation varies with the models. The E63 depreciate similar to M5 and for that matter a panamera turbo
The C63 depreciate but slightly more than M3
on the other hand AMG black series are close to Porsche GT cars and actually appreciate in value , but also varies somewhat with model
The C63 depreciate but slightly more than M3
on the other hand AMG black series are close to Porsche GT cars and actually appreciate in value , but also varies somewhat with model