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Instructor
Joined: Aug 2017
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In the review video that I watched the test driver said it could do 80mph in second gear! It must be wailing at that speed.
I am still lamenting my Cayman 2.7L. It was so much fun keeping it rev’d, but I do prefer the dynamics of the 911. I think that bang for the buck (a loaded 4.0 is about $115K), it’s a good deal in Porsche terms.
To be honest, I am excited about my incoming 992, but concerned about the software issues and some of the “over-tech”, like Homelink and the menu driven nature of the car services. There is something appealing about the more analog 4.0.
I am still lamenting my Cayman 2.7L. It was so much fun keeping it rev’d, but I do prefer the dynamics of the 911. I think that bang for the buck (a loaded 4.0 is about $115K), it’s a good deal in Porsche terms.
To be honest, I am excited about my incoming 992, but concerned about the software issues and some of the “over-tech”, like Homelink and the menu driven nature of the car services. There is something appealing about the more analog 4.0.
Racer
Joined: Apr 2019
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Those that know me here don’t need to read on. I’ve had the following analog “pure” sports cars, in approximate order of purchase:
1973 Fiat 124 Spider 1800 - loved that twin cam engine
1980 Triumph TR7 Convertible
1974 Fiat Spider 2000
1990 Miata
1992 Miata
1976 MGB, lowered, chrome bumpers
1992 Miata
1975 Triumph TR6
1980 TR7 hardtop
1963 Triumph Spitfire 4
So, it’s possible but not likely. I had five cars at one point and just want to keep it down to two. After this 992, I might go to a Lotus Elise. I really don’t like the design of the current Miata. It looks like a hot mess to me.
1973 Fiat 124 Spider 1800 - loved that twin cam engine
1980 Triumph TR7 Convertible
1974 Fiat Spider 2000
1990 Miata
1992 Miata
1976 MGB, lowered, chrome bumpers
1992 Miata
1975 Triumph TR6
1980 TR7 hardtop
1963 Triumph Spitfire 4
So, it’s possible but not likely. I had five cars at one point and just want to keep it down to two. After this 992, I might go to a Lotus Elise. I really don’t like the design of the current Miata. It looks like a hot mess to me.
Im thinking about adding one to my mix
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Joined: Sep 2016
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From: The Beach
No, I’ve never owned an Alfa but that is another great car. There was one in aqua marine that I was lusting after, but the bid went crazy on it. Right now that market is a bit squirrelly so be careful not to overpay.
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From: Newport Beach, CA and Melbourne, Australia
That 1600 engine with dual side-draft Webers, wonderful gearbox, I could go on. If you’re looking for a pre-emission Alfa this is a great choice.
Racer
Joined: Apr 2019
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I’ve spent plenty of street and track time behind the wheel of a Duetto. One of the great Alfa’s - and I’ve owned 19 of them. Alfa’s that is, not 19 Duettos!
That 1600 engine with dual side-draft Webers, wonderful gearbox, I could go on. If you’re looking for a pre-emission Alfa this is a great choice.
That 1600 engine with dual side-draft Webers, wonderful gearbox, I could go on. If you’re looking for a pre-emission Alfa this is a great choice.
Newport Beach?
Im in Laguna Canyon
