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Old 03-25-2009, 09:07 PM
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Regarding Bill Pearce - is it the same DOlf who used to look after service at Sport Haus? I have heard horror stories of BP in the past - hopefully DOlf is turning it around if it the same person.
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Originally Posted by NinetyOneC2
Take 10 steps back and try again.
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Old 03-25-2009, 10:38 PM
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Originally Posted by GrahamML
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Regarding Bill Pearce - is it the same DOlf who used to look after service at Sport Haus? I have heard horror stories of BP in the past - hopefully DOlf is turning it around if it the same person.
Hmmm, I do not know? My experience there from start to finish was A+.
Old 03-25-2009, 10:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Dave in Oregon
Can you comment on the ride comfort with the S-PASM ? Car looks great, though I am not partial to black wheels but I DO like that they are sooo light weight
Unfortunately I do not have any other Porsche experience to compare to? It is certainly more "go-kart" feel than my 335i (sport package, 19" run-flats) which feels like a limousine after a C4S drive.

But if the roads are not potholed, then I have no qualms about the ride. Stiff yes. Crashing and jarring, no. It makes a huge difference in cushyness if it is set to Sport mode or not. Sport will have all of your body parts jiggling.

I usually set to sport mode for the crisper PDK shifts but turn off the little shock absorber switch thingie. That is perfect for me.

PS- The harder I push, the more it feels natural and in total control. Almost a telepathic transition is the best way to describe it. Really an amazing suspension.

The BMW suspension turns to mush and the Porsche just gets better in the mountain twisties.
Old 03-26-2009, 10:12 AM
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Looks great! Just do the clear side markers and silver crest and you're set!
Old 08-24-2009, 08:06 PM
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Looks great. What tire sizes are you running? S-PASM? How much was that option and how much lower than regular PASM height is it. Looks like the perfect ride height as the wheels fill in the wells nicely.
Old 08-24-2009, 08:16 PM
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Just noticed this post. Great looking car. Those AMT's look a lot like my HRE P40's in design. Are they pretty light?
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Car is gorgeous!
I'd get black center-caps for those wheels, though.
Old 08-24-2009, 08:55 PM
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AMT rocks and the prices are good compred to their competitors! I think they are the lightest Forged Aluminum wheels you can buy without going to Dymag. The craftmanship is gorgeous on them. If I was not partial to BBS, I would have gone with AMT for sure.

Only thing I would do is get some black center caps with colored crest. The silver caps look a little odd....

Jason
Old 08-24-2009, 09:31 PM
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Congratulations! It's nice to see someone order a car that isn't another silver exterior, black interior. (How does anyone tell one car apart from another in an LA parking lot??)
Old 08-24-2009, 09:51 PM
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I agree, clear side markers and red brakes may have fit in more nicely, but whatever. I don't care for black wheels generally - but there's no denying that is one wild looking car. Very bold.

The second set of pictures finally does it justice.
Old 08-25-2009, 02:13 AM
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amazing combo..

one of my two favs..

white on blue interior
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grey on red interior
Old 08-25-2009, 10:03 AM
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What a great looking car.

Sad to think that isn't the default/stock ride height
Old 08-25-2009, 10:12 AM
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Looks good we have the same car on the floor without the PCCB brakes
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Car looks fantastic.....nice choice man!


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