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997 intro...made the switch to the "Dark Side"
hello, just wanted to say hello and introduce myself/car....already have read thru numerous threads on mods/DIYs and really appreciate all the info/knowledge available....I'm hoping to share the same passion and experience with the forum..
I made the down payment last week and finally was able to pick her up this weekend....the price was discounted because she requires some paintwork https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...8c2de08b77.jpg ...but I was not looking for a concourse car....I just wanted a daily driver as my commute is near 30 miles...maintenance/service history and of course the seller was key....the car is an early build 997 Launch Edition, came with a ton of options and most importantly, the IMS was upgraded.... I've owned a 964 C4, 993 Targa and 993 C2s....and now have defected to the water-cooled world! |
I love the 05 launch editions. Absolutely loaded with options. Just make sure the ceramic brakes check out ok. It would be a shame to have to service them or replace them with steel parts. Let's see some photos of your past air cooled rides!
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Very Nice! Love the Yellow Caliper Ceramic Brakes as well. Looks like it has a nice set of after market wheels. Congrats ! |
Welcome! Mine is a DD and it puts a smile on my face everyday.
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Congrats and welcome!
Looks like you've had a great history with Porsche cars already. Be sure to post a few pics in the black Carrera thread: https://rennlist.com/forums/997-foru...ra-thread.html |
Awesome! Welcome to the "DARK-WATERCOOLED-SIDE" ! Many of us have air-cooled envy, but we also know that the 997 is an awesome ride too! Sounds like you found a great optioned car. From the looks of that back ground I am guessing it's at Andrew's garage and will be well taken care of :thumbup:
Once you get some seat time would love to hear your comparison thoughts and why you made the jump. Take it through the canyons regularly it's an e-ticket ride every time! :cheers: |
Congrats from a fellow SoCal member who is currently looking. |
Dang you have had some sweet rides. Love your car!!!! |
Welcome to the 997 water pumper. I difected from the air cooled (993 C4S then 964 C2) just over a year ago after 16 years without coolant, so enjoy the new and different platform. -Skip |
Welcome, oh, and by the way, this is the bright side, not the dark side - the others just don't know it yet.
As those here know, I'm a bug fan of the launch edition cars, PCCBs and sport seats. Looks like you scored Champion wheels in the deal too. Nice and enjoy. |
Nice! As Petza914 says, you have seen the light!
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Originally Posted by jeebus31
(Post 15562768)
I love the 05 launch editions. Absolutely loaded with options. Just make sure the ceramic brakes check out ok. It would be a shame to have to service them or replace them with steel parts. Let's see some photos of your past air cooled rides!
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...bf47f0c8fe.jpg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...c5d99641bc.jpg https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/rennlis...b4df8ce744.jpg |
Originally Posted by luckyJ
(Post 15562619)
hello, just wanted to say hello and introduce myself/car....already have read thru numerous threads on mods/DIYs and really appreciate all the info/knowledge available....I'm hoping to share the same passion and experience with the forum..
I made the down payment last week and finally was able to pick her up this weekend....the price was discounted because she requires some paintwork ...but I was not looking for a concourse car....I just wanted a daily driver as my commute is near 30 miles...maintenance/service history and of course the seller was key....the car is an early build 997 Launch Edition, came with a ton of options and most importantly, the IMS was upgraded.... I've owned a 964 C4, 993 Targa and 993 C2s....and now have defected to the water-cooled world! |
Congrats and welcome! I've owned a number of "proper" 911s, but find the 997 to be the right mix of 911 and usability now that I have passengers. :)
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