larry47us

Boots: Thanks for finding these. I'm really NOT interested in a Tip, even though the color on that one is my ideal. The second one I am spending a lot of time drooling over. I talked to them about this car yesterday. The issue is that they want just south of $50 for the car. Might be worth it, but my budget has to stop someplace. I've kind of put a ceiling on the car purchase at $42 or $43. Can't stretch to $50.

larry

francars

I hear you Larry. I wish I was in your shoes searching. I have had the bug to upgrade in the past month or so.
I love car shopping. Take your time and you will find the right car soon

PasPar2

This is a great thread - I am casually looking as well so keep'm coming Larry, you have nothing to worry about - Im looking for an dark gray car

fyi, the first one is on ebay with no reserve

babylonboots

Larry, I know you said that you wanted a 6 speed. I came across that tip that was way within your price range. The photos of it area awesome, although mileage a tad high.

philooo

the second yellow car looks awesome

Mawgie

Larry-

Noy sure if you saw the one I posted up for you. Post #15.
It's right where you want in terms of equipment, miles and price.
Blue the wrong color?

Good luck with your search - David

larry47us

David:

I DID see the post. That is the kind of referral I'm looking for, a car that I wouldn't know about otherwise. It is a pretty car, well equipped, and in my price range. I am talking to them, and have negotiated a bit on the price. None of these guys are willing to move much on the cars. But, that being said, the really nice ones that are in this price range don't last long.

So far, you're the leader of the band. Thanks for the sharp eyes.

larry

Mawgie

That's great, Larry. It looks sweet.
If you need help with a PPI source, let us know.

Meanwhile, I'll start perusing the Porsche Design catalogue!

larry47us

Phil - YES, if I had unlimited dollars, I would buy that one. It really is the color that I want, a 2003 with really low mileage. But, you know, you've got to stop someplace. And, unfortunately, I put the brakes on it there.

larry

ivangene

I know a guy that bought an Speed Yellow Turbo a couple months back - it's wicked sick... not the color for everyone but WOW!

kent

how about this one, 2002 six-speed with 26510 miles asking $37900
http://cars.oodle.com/view/2002-pors..._hollywood-fl/

larry47us

Kent:

I've looked at this car. It isn't as clean as it seems. First, grey/grey is just boring, but the price and mileage look good till you look a bit deeper. Look at the pictures of the cockpit. The driver's seat looks like the leather is cut in the middle of the bottom cushion. In addition. the buttons are missing from the seat controls. Someone wasn't taking care of this car. That, in addition to the fact that the car was in an accident in March, 2008, and has had 4 owners.

Just too many things to make this car a viable candidate. But thanks for showing it to me.

larry

ivangene

http://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/ctd/2188586956.html

MetBlk 911

While multiple owners and short stints between owners should be a red flag, these things shouldn't necessarily rule out a car. Case in point: I've got a 4 owner 2001 996 that is in ridiculously great shape that I bought 2 months ago. I'm probably going to sell it because now is not the right time for me to own a car like this, not because it has problems. With the prices as low as they are on these cars, I think it is easier for guys like me to make a hasty decision to buy a new toy, only to have more practical thoughts later. Just something to consider.

Dharn55

Larry -

Check out this section from Excellence magazine, a buyers guide for Turbos.

http://www.excellence-mag.com/resour...uide/186787951

As you will see there are some differences between years from 2001 on. Thought this might help in your decision making.