Just bought my first Porsche, am I crazy to road-trip it home with wife and kids?
12-01-2018, 10:15 PM
#31
Racer
Thread Starter
12-01-2018, 10:15 PM
#32
Burning Brakes
Go for it. Right after we bought our 911 we drove down the Oregon coast to visit the kids in NorCal. Just my wife and I and we really enjoyed it. I think we did two stops and took three days. Roads should be less crowded this time of year too. Just peel off toward Astoria off I5 and no big mountain passes. There is a good chance it will be rainy, but maybe you get lucky. Good luck!
Last edited by dflowerz; 12-01-2018 at 11:18 PM.
12-01-2018, 10:34 PM
#33
Rennlist Member
I would not do that. Shipping is cheap, compared to depreciation, maintenance, tires, fuel, meals and lodging. Save the driving for when you have it ready for a nice drive in great weather.. Im on my tenth Porsche and that's what I'd do.
Last edited by PCA1983; 12-01-2018 at 10:59 PM.
12-01-2018, 11:16 PM
#35
Racer
Thread Starter
Yeah this is not a financial decision but an experiential one.
12-01-2018, 11:24 PM
#36
Rennlist Member
way too long of a drive with 2 kids in the back of the Porsche. They will remember the trip , but not fondly. Bring wife and leave the kids!
surprised no one here has mentioned this: BTW I hate it when people make an offer, it gets accepted and then they back out. Is that how you do business as well? In life you only have one reputation and you do not stand behind your word. How would you feel if the seller of the white car backed out after accepting your offer? Sorry but I had to say it, scummy move IMO. And from your description (unless I am missing something) you bought the white one before even seeing if you could get out of previous deal. I believe in Karma.
surprised no one here has mentioned this: BTW I hate it when people make an offer, it gets accepted and then they back out. Is that how you do business as well? In life you only have one reputation and you do not stand behind your word. How would you feel if the seller of the white car backed out after accepting your offer? Sorry but I had to say it, scummy move IMO. And from your description (unless I am missing something) you bought the white one before even seeing if you could get out of previous deal. I believe in Karma.
12-01-2018, 11:26 PM
#37
I totally agree. You'll have so many opportunities to enjoy this wonderful car with them!
12-01-2018, 11:26 PM
#38
Do it! Your family will thank you for the bonding time. I took my 4 and 10 year olds in the back seats on a 5 hr (one way) pilgrimage to the Porsche meet in Hershey PA and they loved it. Two carry on size suitcases fit in the front. Lots on junk fits behind the rear seats. Bring entertainment (iPads etc) and headphones.
The only downside was the kids wanting to drive faster and accelerate harder! Got to keep it reasonable....
Join PCA and you will read plenty of stories about owners who had formative experiences in the back seats. I too remember those days! Pass it on!
The only downside was the kids wanting to drive faster and accelerate harder! Got to keep it reasonable....
Join PCA and you will read plenty of stories about owners who had formative experiences in the back seats. I too remember those days! Pass it on!
12-01-2018, 11:29 PM
#39
Racer
Thread Starter
way too long of a drive with 2 kids in the back of the Porsche. They will remember the trip , but not fondly. Bring wife and leave the kids!
surprised no one here has mentioned this: BTW I hate it when people make an offer, it gets accepted and then they back out. Is that how you do business as well? In life you only have one reputation and you do not stand behind your word. How would you feel if the seller of the white car backed out after accepting your offer? Sorry but I had to say it, scummy move IMO. And from your description (unless I am missing something) you bought the white one before even seeing if you could get out of previous deal. I believe in Karma.
surprised no one here has mentioned this: BTW I hate it when people make an offer, it gets accepted and then they back out. Is that how you do business as well? In life you only have one reputation and you do not stand behind your word. How would you feel if the seller of the white car backed out after accepting your offer? Sorry but I had to say it, scummy move IMO. And from your description (unless I am missing something) you bought the white one before even seeing if you could get out of previous deal. I believe in Karma.
If any of you are interested in the blue car call and ask for tim. Super good guy. I'd be happy to tell you what the offer was if yours serious and want to PM me.
12-01-2018, 11:36 PM
#40
Rennlist Member
based on you backing out of a deal in lieu of another, I probably shouldn't offer this advice....but, many Porsches purchased sight unseen are not as advertised, I would suggest getting a ppi or at least a body shop or a friend to inspect the car before you fly out with your family to pick it up. Many Porsches at dealers have been in accidents and they do not declare this even if the dealer has knowledge and receipts of repairs.
Good luck and please next time you make a deal with someone...follow through on it.
Good luck and please next time you make a deal with someone...follow through on it.
12-02-2018, 12:35 AM
#41
Rennlist Member
It all depends, mostly on the kids, somewhat on your wife, and on you. We did several epic trips, starting with my 14 month old daughter going cross country in a 944. We all enjoyed (I think) a multi-day drive from Anchorage to Skagway and back, in a 964 when my kids were 8 and 5.
If you think everyone can be happy for at least a few hours at a time, and you are willing to stop for play time when necessary, then you will have a great trip.
If you think everyone can be happy for at least a few hours at a time, and you are willing to stop for play time when necessary, then you will have a great trip.
12-02-2018, 07:26 PM
#43
Three Wheelin'
way too long of a drive with 2 kids in the back of the Porsche. They will remember the trip , but not fondly. Bring wife and leave the kids!
surprised no one here has mentioned this: BTW I hate it when people make an offer, it gets accepted and then they back out. Is that how you do business as well? In life you only have one reputation and you do not stand behind your word. How would you feel if the seller of the white car backed out after accepting your offer? Sorry but I had to say it, scummy move IMO. And from your description (unless I am missing something) you bought the white one before even seeing if you could get out of previous deal. I believe in Karma.
surprised no one here has mentioned this: BTW I hate it when people make an offer, it gets accepted and then they back out. Is that how you do business as well? In life you only have one reputation and you do not stand behind your word. How would you feel if the seller of the white car backed out after accepting your offer? Sorry but I had to say it, scummy move IMO. And from your description (unless I am missing something) you bought the white one before even seeing if you could get out of previous deal. I believe in Karma.
12-02-2018, 08:58 PM
#44
Leave the kids at home and enjoy getting to know the car.
Don't miss Hwy 1 where it leaves 101 at Leggett and drops to the coast. Best 22 miles of P-car road in the country (and I did Tail of Dragon and Cherohala Hwy last spring)
Just did the drive from Tacoma to SoCal a few months ago in my GT4 and the Oregon coast was a blast. Also try out Siletz Hwy, route 229, in Oregon leaving the 101 from the coast at Kernville and then returning. You'll love the twisties. The kids, not so much.
Mike
Don't miss Hwy 1 where it leaves 101 at Leggett and drops to the coast. Best 22 miles of P-car road in the country (and I did Tail of Dragon and Cherohala Hwy last spring)
Just did the drive from Tacoma to SoCal a few months ago in my GT4 and the Oregon coast was a blast. Also try out Siletz Hwy, route 229, in Oregon leaving the 101 from the coast at Kernville and then returning. You'll love the twisties. The kids, not so much.
Mike
12-02-2018, 09:14 PM
#45
Pro
Safety would be my biggest concern. If you have summer tires on your new Porsche they are only safe down to 40-45 degrees. So even if no snow is on the road and temps fall below this range, their rubber compound turns hard and the tires lose traction. Braking and cornering capability is significantly reduced. Either way, be careful and enjoy your new 911.
Last edited by john weires; 12-02-2018 at 09:14 PM. Reason: typo