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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 03:43 PM
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Hi All,

been lurking here for the best part of 18 months while I try and make my mind up on the 993 / 996 debate..

Today you'll be pleased to know I finally completed on the purchase of my ideal car And I reckon you'll think I came down on the right side of the fence too...

Its a late 95 993, in polar silver, sports seats, MO30 suspension, 18 inch alloys, 30k miles and a load more options that I havent figured out yet

One thing I've already learnt is you need pictures !! So here's the first..



Now... when does this grin go ?

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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 03:46 PM
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Congrats, Toby. That's a keeper for sure.......
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 03:46 PM
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same here..been lurking but haven't got one yet! I'm still in the process Congrats....
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 03:46 PM
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You'll lose the grin (but only briefly) when the first major bill comes in!
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 03:52 PM
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Looks good! Welcome to the board.

What nuke plant is that behind you?
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 03:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Mark in Baltimore
Looks good! Welcome to the board.

What nuke plant is that behind you?
3kilometer island?

Seriously now, great purchase, congrats!!
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 04:07 PM
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Love the photo! Gorgeous car - seems to be at a good height as well.
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 04:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Edgy01
You'll lose the grin (but only briefly) when the first major bill comes in!
And if you took out a loan, you can automate the monthly payments so they're off your radar screen!
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 04:19 PM
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Congratulations. I love polar silver cars. Have fun and be sure to check out p-car.com so that you can save money so that you can spend it on mods.
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 04:22 PM
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Looks GREAT! I love those side marker lights on the Euro cars.
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 04:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Toby

been lurking here for the best part of 18 months while I try and make my mind up on the 993 / 996 debate..
It took you 18 months to figure that out..? Were you on drugs or someting?

No seriously, good you did the right thing, car looks great! Smile will not go away.
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 04:46 PM
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Congratulations, looks like a great car.

The grin surfaces at seemingly random times.
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 04:54 PM
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That's a sweet late 95' you got there Toby......Mine is the same era and I absolutely love it.............I'm sure you will too............Congrats and welcome.

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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 05:14 PM
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Congratulations. It looks like you found yourself a beauty. Hope you enjoy it for many years.
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