VoltesV

Hi folks,

First time poster...happy to be here. I come from the E46 M3 world and my '02 M3 was recently totalled in a wreck. I am considering the purchase of 996TT as a replacement; I'm trying to stay around $70-75k (6-sp mandatory, open to any other options). Does that seem reasonable? What, if anything, can I or should I expect for that price range? Is there anything in particular that I should look for or avoid?

Sorry for all the questions. Thanks for helping out this Porsche noob...I'm looking forward to contributing as well as learning from you guys.

Cheers,
Patrick

JS

Welcome.

Shark

For $75k you can expect a '01 TT 6 speed with less than 20k miles, with a nice set of options if you are willing to travel. Most of these seem to be in California, South Florida, or near Chicago. For example, most seem to have Navigation, heated seats and the Bose stereo. Very few have full leather interiors or sport seats. The most common color schemes are Silver/Black, Black/Black, and Blue/Tan.

Pre-purchase inspections are very important

VoltesV

Thanks. I found an '01 similar to what you described (12k miles) in here in SoCal (I'm in San Diego) for $89k which I thought was rather high. It is at a dealer though, so I'm sure that is part of the reason. I don't mind traveling at all if I find the right car (road trip!!).

Are there any issues with the '01 models since they were the first model year? Any particular areas that I should pay particularly close attention to?

JASCLASS, what can you tell me about the car for sale that you mention in your sig?

Z06 convert

Hi Patrick and welcome. If interested.......

FOR SALE: But not on the market yet.

Aug. 2001 Slate Grey 996TT.with Black Interior.

Very nice combination.
17,000 miles.
Just dealer serviced

HAS 100,000 MILE FACTORY WARRANTY!

I bought this car in November 04. I wouldn't sell however I want to buy a GT2

UP GRADES: (All dealer installed by Hoehn Porsche unless noted.)

Porsche European X73 Suspension
(lowers car to european ride height with factory springs and shocks)
GT3 Adjustable Sway Bars (I installed)
Porsche Short Shift Kit. (REALLY MAKES A DIFFERENCE)

Fiske F110 19" wheel and Michelin Tires (VERY PRETTY)

Car rides and handles great.

Warranty: 100,000 Miles Factory Warranty to 8/2007

Has always been service at Hoehn Porsche. (These guy's are great!)
I have all service records.

Asking $85,000

If interested give me a call as I'm in Mission Viejo, Calif.
My direct toll free line: 866-333-9733 8 am to 8 pm

VoltesV

Steve, I sent you a PM.

Mark M.

Here's an updated list of 01-02 996 TTs that are Porsche dealer cars for sale in CA

Model Body Style Year Transmission Mileage Color (Exterior) Power Output Drive Type Price Porsche
Approved Location Match
911 (996) Turbo Coupé 2002 Manual 42,996 m Lapis Blue Metallic 420 HP AWD US$ 84,988 Yes US-CA 100 %

911 (996) Turbo Coupé 2002 Manual 35,595 m Speed Yellow 420 HP AWD US$ 89,988 Yes US-CA 100 %

911 (996) Turbo Coupé 2001 Manual 32,349 m Arctic Silver Metallic 420 HP AWD US$ 92,998 Yes US-CA 100 %

911 (996) Turbo Coupé 2002 Manual 13,994 m Arctic Silver Metallic 420 HP AWD US$ 98,945 Yes US-CA 100 %

911 (996) Turbo Coupé 2002 Manual 8,369 m Seal Grey Metallic 420 HP AWD US$ 99,560 Yes US-CA 100 %

911 (996) Turbo Coupé 2001 Manual 37,213 m Meridian Metallic 420 HP AWD US$ 79,888 Yes US-CA 100 %

911 (996) Turbo Coupé 2002 Manual 29,228 m Arctic Silver Metallic 420 HP AWD US$ 85,995 No US-CA 100 %

911 (996) Turbo Coupé 2002 Manual 15,724 m Polar Silver Metallic 420 HP AWD US$ 89,900 No US-CA 100 %

911 (996) Turbo Coupé 2001 Manual 12,419 m Black Metallic 420 HP AWD US$ 90,000 No US-CA 100 %

911 (996) Turbo Coupé 2001 Manual 8,685 m Black 420 HP AWD US$ 91,900 No US-CA 100 %

911 (996) Turbo Coupé 2001 Manual 336 m Black 420 HP AWD US$ 129,000 No US-CA 100 %

911 (996) Turbo Coupé 2001 Manual 1,064 m Seal Grey Metallic 420 HP AWD US$ 135,000 No US-CA 100 %

qirex

I bought my 01 TT from hoehn.

It stickered at $86K...i neg'd easily to $80k

the car has the large full leather option, dev carpet and wood shift/brake handles, cd cahnger and the crappy DSP stereo 25k miles (lapis blue/tan&blue).

Prolly $10k in options new...

if you're not dealing with anybody - ask for Tony Daher, tell him that you're an "online friend" of Emeka (thats me). I imagine you should get the car for $82


good luck and great choice!

fbfisher

Mark M. That's a useful list, I can't remember where I saw the link to that info, can you please repost here? TIA

Fred

Seal996TT

I am very close to making the decision to sell my '02 Seal Grey/black 996T; 6 speed, 19.5K miles, nicely optioned and in excellent condition. My local Porsche dealer has told me their trade-in value as I am considering a 987 Boxster/S.. I will sell it for $78,500 (between their offer and market value) as opposed to watching them make money on it. As I am in Kansas City so transport of some sort would be required. Of course the drive home would be a blast! If you are interested, please let me know and I will provide complete details and pics.

Thanks,

Scott

scottrs@kc.rr.com
816-213-3829 (central std time)

RMC3

I have an '03 M3 and a '01 TT (recently acquired). As nice of a car as the M3 is, every time I drive it after being in the TT it feels like my folks' old family sedan by comparison. Don't hesitate - get the TT even if it's a few K over your budget. You won't regret it.

Mark M.

Fred, here you go...

http://ucl.porsche.de/ucl/plsql/usa/pages.search_menu

Shark

Now this is a good deal if the options are right. Scott, can you provide more information (pics & options)?

Seal996TT

Shark/all,

Ok, here are details, I will have to post pics later when I am at home..

2002 996TT, Manual, 19.6K miles
Seal Grey with black leather, deviating stitching, headrests have Porsche crests
Supple leather, both seats power and power lumbar, drivers seat has memory.
Painted center console, Seal Grey
Aluminum e-brake and shifter
Cd changer is three weeks old; replaced under warranty which expires 1-06
H&R springs, B&M short-shifter both installed by ImagineAuto
Michelin PS2's; 7K miles of use
K40 built in radar detector and laser shifter
Hollywood Speedo silver gauge faces with turbo script in tachometer
Brushed alum gauge bezel rings
Stereo/hvac surround painted Seal Grey by ImagineAuto
C4S front lip
Clear bra; installed at 6.6K miles when I purchased the car; two tiny(!) paint chips.

I think that's it..

Thanks,

Scott

pandm

Take your time and really look. I took some 4 months and finally found an '01 966TT, guard red, 6 spd, full leather and wood trim, with 23,000 miles on the odometer for $69,000. It was in excellent condition with just one tiny, tiny, tiny, rock chip on the hood. Now I did have to fly 2 states away to drive it back, but it was a joy driving it back.

I too was an M3 (2004) owner and I will say that once you drive the 966TT you'll kick yourself for not getting it in the first place.

Well, happy 996TT hunting.