New here.. enthusiast and hopefully future owner
07-04-2011, 05:17 PM
#1
Racer
Thread Starter
New here.. enthusiast and hopefully future owner
Hey guys,
been a long time lurker and figured it was time to actually post. I recognize a lot of names from 6speedonline where I posted from time to time. I was really close to pulling the trigger on a black 996 GT3 a while back but instinctively didn't (accident but fixed properly at Downtown Porsche in Toronto).
A bit about me... I'm a car nut, more importantly a Porsche guy. I'm probably one of the younger guys here at just shy of 30, also owning my share of sports cars (never a Porsche yet though).
I was on target to get a GT3 this year but left my career and company of 13 years to try out another business venture. I may have to wait until next summer for my toy, but hey waiting is the name of the game to get the car I've been lusting over.
Driven many Porsches from Boxters/Caymans, Turbos, GT3's and my favourite by far is the 996 GT3
Nothing to me, is better than a rough riding, raw, unadulterated experience. I love to track and take spirited rides on the weekends. Call me crazy, but I love the look of the 996.
I hope to be able to come out on cruises or meets/track days in the future... just thought I should introduce myself first.
Glad to be part of the crazy dark side
Steve
been a long time lurker and figured it was time to actually post. I recognize a lot of names from 6speedonline where I posted from time to time. I was really close to pulling the trigger on a black 996 GT3 a while back but instinctively didn't (accident but fixed properly at Downtown Porsche in Toronto).
A bit about me... I'm a car nut, more importantly a Porsche guy. I'm probably one of the younger guys here at just shy of 30, also owning my share of sports cars (never a Porsche yet though).
I was on target to get a GT3 this year but left my career and company of 13 years to try out another business venture. I may have to wait until next summer for my toy, but hey waiting is the name of the game to get the car I've been lusting over.
Driven many Porsches from Boxters/Caymans, Turbos, GT3's and my favourite by far is the 996 GT3
Nothing to me, is better than a rough riding, raw, unadulterated experience. I love to track and take spirited rides on the weekends. Call me crazy, but I love the look of the 996.
I hope to be able to come out on cruises or meets/track days in the future... just thought I should introduce myself first.
Glad to be part of the crazy dark side
Steve
07-04-2011, 09:46 PM
#6
Racer
Thread Starter
Thanks guys... I see there are a few Crazy Canadians floating around too
I'm itching for track days... I've been without a sports car for 2 years now.
I need the 6gt3 bad!
I'm itching for track days... I've been without a sports car for 2 years now.
I need the 6gt3 bad!
07-04-2011, 10:21 PM
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Welcome to the Club. There is no turning back. There have been a few GT3's for sale over the last couple of months. Search the forum, and begin the hunt. Look in both this forum and the "For Sale Ads" forum.
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07-04-2011, 10:43 PM
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Hi Steve,
Good to hear you've still got the 6GT3 bug. I'm sure you know Ilker's car is still available...... I also know where you can get a nicely track prepared Cayman S. Good luck with the search.
Good to hear you've still got the 6GT3 bug. I'm sure you know Ilker's car is still available...... I also know where you can get a nicely track prepared Cayman S. Good luck with the search.
07-04-2011, 11:15 PM
#9
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The wait will make you appreciate it even more! Welcome.
07-05-2011, 12:52 AM
#10
Nordschleife Master
Hi Steve and welcome. I looked at that black one as well but went a different route. You just can't go wrong with a 996 GT3.
Steve B, could you please pm me what you know about the Cayman S? Wife is hinting at a 996 4S as a DD, but after seeing what those Cays can do at the track, I think I'll try to convince her that she doesn't really need back seats
Steve B, could you please pm me what you know about the Cayman S? Wife is hinting at a 996 4S as a DD, but after seeing what those Cays can do at the track, I think I'll try to convince her that she doesn't really need back seats
07-05-2011, 10:11 AM
#12
Racer
Thread Starter
Hey Steve, yes Ilker has been very good. I took it out for an hour or so for a spirited run. The problem with having big claim on it is if I even needed to sell, most people looking for a 6GT3 want it with 'no stories'.
I just feel it should be priced to sell not to sit. Alas, I will find one I want at the right time
Let me know when you hit some track days, I'd like to check out your track prepped 6.
Francois, I think Ilker said you came by to try the car... he said you decided on something else...I'm assuming the car in your avatar?
Thanks to the rest of the guys for the welcome. I'm seeing a few more nice rides pop up both here and in the FS section.
I just feel it should be priced to sell not to sit. Alas, I will find one I want at the right time
Let me know when you hit some track days, I'd like to check out your track prepped 6.Francois, I think Ilker said you came by to try the car... he said you decided on something else...I'm assuming the car in your avatar?
Thanks to the rest of the guys for the welcome. I'm seeing a few more nice rides pop up both here and in the FS section.
07-05-2011, 04:45 PM
#13
Nordschleife Master
Hey Steve, yes Ilker has been very good. I took it out for an hour or so for a spirited run. The problem with having big claim on it is if I even needed to sell, most people looking for a 6GT3 want it with 'no stories'.
I just feel it should be priced to sell not to sit. Alas, I will find one I want at the right time Let me know when you hit some track days, I'd like to check out your track prepped 6.
Francois, I think Ilker said you came by to try the car... he said you decided on something else...I'm assuming the car in your avatar?
Thanks to the rest of the guys for the welcome. I'm seeing a few more nice rides pop up both here and in the FS section.
I just feel it should be priced to sell not to sit. Alas, I will find one I want at the right time
Let me know when you hit some track days, I'd like to check out your track prepped 6.Francois, I think Ilker said you came by to try the car... he said you decided on something else...I'm assuming the car in your avatar?
Thanks to the rest of the guys for the welcome. I'm seeing a few more nice rides pop up both here and in the FS section.
Yes, that car took a hit, but I've come to realize that $25k is not major. Yes, it will subtract a bit from resale, but well documented trumps not documented any time. And that should be reflected in the price TODAY so that it comes out even when resold.
Don't know how close you are to buying (how ready), and can't remember the price Ilker was asking, but I wouldn't be too quick to dismiss the black car... IMvHO.
You might even be able to get CPO added to it --> Ilker --> DFC for a fee.
Anyway, good luck again.
07-05-2011, 05:27 PM
#14
Racer
Thread Starter
Yes, I'm afraid of that. I certainly saw what they can do at The Glen, geez!
Yes Steve, the car in my avatar. Main reason was that there were MORE MODS
Yes, that car took a hit, but I've come to realize that $25k is not major. Yes, it will subtract a bit from resale, but well documented trumps not documented any time. And that should be reflected in the price TODAY so that it comes out even when resold.
Don't know how close you are to buying (how ready), and can't remember the price Ilker was asking, but I wouldn't be too quick to dismiss the black car... IMvHO.
You might even be able to get CPO added to it --> Ilker --> DFC for a fee.
Anyway, good luck again.
Yes Steve, the car in my avatar. Main reason was that there were MORE MODS
Yes, that car took a hit, but I've come to realize that $25k is not major. Yes, it will subtract a bit from resale, but well documented trumps not documented any time. And that should be reflected in the price TODAY so that it comes out even when resold.
Don't know how close you are to buying (how ready), and can't remember the price Ilker was asking, but I wouldn't be too quick to dismiss the black car... IMvHO.
You might even be able to get CPO added to it --> Ilker --> DFC for a fee.
Anyway, good luck again.
You're right... but right now the timing was a bit off. I would have taken a much, much more serious approach had the offer been sweeter.
I have lots of time though, even if that means waiting until next summer. I still need to unload my sport bike too to free up some $$
Ps. I see a few GT3/RSs are going to Mosport July 14 for Mancation II... maybe I should swing by for some spectating?
