Shopping for 996
09-26-2018, 12:56 PM
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Jake recommends Stonegate Auto Sales. Given the inventory on Stonegate's page and the RareUnique's BAT profile, it looks to be the same. It's not explicitly stated, but how many places in Cleveland are selling vintage Porsche tractors and Unimog type verhicles alongside 996s with rebuilt engines?
https://www.stonegateautosales.com/c...entory_1.shtml
https://bringatrailer.com/member/rareunique/
https://www.stonegateautosales.com/c...entory_1.shtml
https://bringatrailer.com/member/rareunique/
09-26-2018, 04:33 PM
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Oh well. I thought I had a PPI being done today.
I called and made the apporintment for the dealer to bring the car to the shop for the inspection and somewhere between the shop and the dealer, there was a loss of communication, and so it goes.
I called the shop (as did the dealer) a number of times, left multiple voicemails and emails with no response. So, being over 500 miles away, there is little I can do. I'm SOL on this one.
Perhaps I should take this as an omen.
I called and made the apporintment for the dealer to bring the car to the shop for the inspection and somewhere between the shop and the dealer, there was a loss of communication, and so it goes.
I called the shop (as did the dealer) a number of times, left multiple voicemails and emails with no response. So, being over 500 miles away, there is little I can do. I'm SOL on this one.
Perhaps I should take this as an omen.
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09-27-2018, 02:20 PM
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Have you looked at the BAT auction, it's at 12K with one day to go.
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...1-carrera-4-9/
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...1-carrera-4-9/
09-27-2018, 07:49 PM
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Have you looked at the BAT auction, it's at 12K with one day to go.
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...1-carrera-4-9/
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...1-carrera-4-9/
I don't know what happened with Pacific Power Motorsports. Eric was very nice and helpful. I made the appointment, agreed to the price of the PPI, and once the dealer tried to contact them to drop the car off, communication ceased.
I called (multiple times) and emailed (multiple times) with no response. Needless to say I'm left scratching my head wondering WTF?.
09-27-2018, 08:49 PM
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Rennsport Reunion in his backyard?
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I would be inclined to take that gamble with a brand new RND engine fitted with a LN double row bearing and nikasil cylinder sleeves among other things - this was done at a cost of $18K (invoice is pictured). Basically all your modes of engine failure are addressed. It doesn't get much better. I think you will kick yourself if this goes in your price range.
09-27-2018, 09:34 PM
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I would be inclined to take that gamble with a brand new RND engine fitted with a LN double row bearing and nikasil cylinder sleeves among other things - this was done at a cost of $18K (invoice is pictured). Basically all your modes of engine failure are addressed. It doesn't get much better. I think you will kick yourself if this goes in your price range.
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09-28-2018, 01:19 PM
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Jake recommends Stonegate Auto Sales. Given the inventory on Stonegate's page and the RareUnique's BAT profile, it looks to be the same. It's not explicitly stated, but how many places in Cleveland are selling vintage Porsche tractors and Unimog type verhicles alongside 996s with rebuilt engines?
https://www.stonegateautosales.com/c...entory_1.shtml
https://bringatrailer.com/member/rareunique/
https://www.stonegateautosales.com/c...entory_1.shtml
https://bringatrailer.com/member/rareunique/
Stonegate auto sales is ran by local guys who we have known for years. They are a solid company, and they do business honorably in our experiences with them.If someone wants to sell a broken Porsche, we will connect them with Stonegate.
At times we have fitted our engines to some of these cars for Stonegate, but the vehicle that’s on BAT now is not one that we’ve worked with. Our schedule has been too booked over the last couple of years to work with them.
We stick to our specialty of developing products, procedures and building engines, and don’t let anything complicate this. Selling used Porsches isn’t for us.
09-28-2018, 02:39 PM
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I don't know what happened with Pacific Power Motorsports. Eric was very nice and helpful. I made the appointment, agreed to the price of the PPI, and once the dealer tried to contact them to drop the car off, communication ceased.
I called (multiple times) and emailed (multiple times) with no response. Needless to say I'm left scratching my head wondering WTF?.
I called (multiple times) and emailed (multiple times) with no response. Needless to say I'm left scratching my head wondering WTF?.
The PPI is back on for the 99 C2 Cab. The car will be delivered to them this afternoon for a Monday AM PPI.
09-28-2018, 02:46 PM
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The old "convenient emergency"...What legitimate business that you know of, just stops answering calls for a few day? No voice message? No answering service? Hmmm... Proceed with caution, and trust your gut. I'm not saying it absolutely can't happen, but what are the chances?
09-28-2018, 03:33 PM
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The old "convenient emergency"...What legitimate business that you know of, just stops answering calls for a few day? No voice message? No answering service? Hmmm... Proceed with caution, and trust your gut. I'm not saying it absolutely can't happen, but what are the chances?
I'm not local to them so I kind of have to trust them on their word. Hopefully everything goes smoothly.
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Oh wow, the car sold for $17K. OP, I'm not sure what turned you off about the BAT auction. I thought you'd be all over it as their both Mark I's in a similar color that come with removable hardtops. I hope the one in Concord turns out to be a gem. As it is, I think the one in Concord will end up costing you more money all in (IMSB, RMS, etc etc) and still won't have some of the nice things like the nickies. If anything, you should point out this auction as negotiating tool.
FSI - sorry for the presumption, thanks for clarifying.
FSI - sorry for the presumption, thanks for clarifying.
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Oh wow, the car sold for $17K. OP, I'm not sure what turned you off about the BAT auction. I thought you'd be all over it as their both Mark I's in a similar color that come with removable hardtops. I hope the one in Concord turns out to be a gem. As it is, I think the one in Concord will end up costing you more money all in (IMSB, RMS, etc etc) and still won't have some of the nice things like the nickies. If anything, you should point out this auction as negotiating tool.
FSI - sorry for the presumption, thanks for clarifying.
FSI - sorry for the presumption, thanks for clarifying.
This being my first Porsche purchase, and taking into account the issues the 996 is known for, I'm trying to be extra cautious.