Hello everyone,

I'm on a search for a 996 and decided to stop in, sign up and do some searching on various topics.

I'm looking at a 996 (mkii) next week but wanted to do some research here first as a "non-lurker". There are so many questions already asked, I have plenty to keep me busy.

I do hope to become an owner and participant here.

- thekurgan

 

Good Luck.

The search is a lot of the fun. My only piece of advise is you can't be over informed.

Ask questions as they come up and you will gain a wealth of knowledge. And probably a few laughs.

 

Welcome and I'm glad you know how to do the basics already as to not clutter up these boards with another identical thread.

 

Thanks, guys. I started at the top stickies, eyes not yet burning.

 

+996!!

 

And don't rule out the Mark I Aero cars. I will keep saying it until everyone else agrees with me, they are the best looking Porsche ever.

 

Yes, I agree. I just happen to only find a mkii within 100 miles and I will extend the radius if needed.

I do notice prices a bit higher on lower mileage units with full leather. The vehicle I am taking a look at is priced at $35k.

 

I've spent the majority of my forum time on BMW forums, so I do recognize, there ARE indeed, stupid questions.

 

Deegee: you sir are a gentleman and a scholar. And there aren't many of us left.

Thekurgan: Actually, I had talked myself into looking at only Mk II's until I saw a Mk I aero in person. You'll never miss the glove box (the map pockets in the doors hold plenty of junk), the extra 20 hp/torque is largely negated by the weight gain. The other difference often quoted is the interior materials quality. Full leather in the Mk I makes that issue moot.

 

GLWS

 

+2 on the MK1

 

Did you check the classifieds? There is a nice Mk2 aero for $6k less than the one you are considering.

 

I checked cars.com and autotrader. I'll check those again today, thanks for the information.

I didn't find any locally (25 mile radius, Sacramento).

 

ROAD TRIP.... the best way to buy any Porsche. I think the RL one is in Florida, about as far away as possible.