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Old 11-19-2004, 07:40 PM
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I just got my first Porsche a couple of weeks ago and this is my first post. I wanted to order my first car but after going to the dealer and driving the 997 I couldn't wait to have one so I bought the one on the showroom floor. I've been reading the posts about all the issue people are having so I was a little leary but when I drove it I just had to have one. So far the only minor issues. I had a frayed serpintine belt, no cigarette lighter, and the passanger vanity mirror is scratched. The dealer fixed it all with one visit, unfortuantely I had to have it towed because of the belt. They fixed it all and gave me a full detail for free to make up for the issue.
Love driving the car and can't wait to get past the break in period.
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Old 11-19-2004, 09:02 PM
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Congratulations! Just out of curiosity, how did you know you had a frayed serpentine belt?
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Old 11-19-2004, 09:25 PM
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Congratulations and welcome to the club!....
Everyday will get even better...

Drive the heck out of it and don't turn in into a garage queen... Your mind and senses will thank you for that.
And post pics, pics pics!

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Old 11-19-2004, 10:00 PM
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My neighbor came over and asked to see the engine. I was more then happy to show him. By some stroke of luck the frayed section was right on top. It was only about 2 inches long, so had the belt not been in that exact position I would not have known until it broke. I was pretty lucky. I asked the dealer about it and he said it was a fluke. Hopefully that's the truth. The car runs fantastic and is a blast to drive.
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Congradulations! Enjoy it!
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nice dealer!
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Congrats! Keep us posted on things... And be sure to joint Rennlist.
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Congrats!!! Enjoy...I have 5 months to go.
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Congrats on your car I am getting mine in January and simply can't wait. Post some pics and details on your new car!
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I'm working on the picture thing. Just started with rennlist and am not sure how it all works. Will post some as soon as I can.
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Not sure if this will work but here is a picture. It's not the best but really the only one I have at my office.
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