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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 11:39 AM
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Hi, guys!

I'm picking up my first Porsche next Friday. Any pointers on what to make sure I asked before I leave the dealership? I'm particularly puzzled about the front plate holder solution as it is a must here in Texas.....Thanks!
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 11:44 AM
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Beautiful car! I live in VA and they require a front plate as well. I never put on one and have only received one ticket in 3 years ($70). I think of it as a $23 dollar a year "no plate" tax.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 11:49 AM
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Front plate is NOT a must in Texas. Yes there is a law but they forgot to put in a fine and a fine amount. So right now you can run without a front plate because there is not fine attached the offence.

Make sure you get TWO KEYS!!! Another key will cost you $300. Might also check the frunk for the tools and air pump.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 12:40 PM
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Awesome car, congrats. I live in VA too and they require a front plate, never put it on.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 12:42 PM
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Enjoy your new 911 GTS. I love mine!
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 12:59 PM
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Looks great. I bought one of those toe hook front plate holders for me in NJ. Edgy has some pics of a more covert attachment beneath the front bumper.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 01:13 PM
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Owner's manual and 2 keys. I presume it is used (already has side markers changes for clears by first owner). Get print out of record of previous maintenance. Is it CPO'd? Find out exact date that CPO expires for your records and peace of mind. If not CPO'd, why not? Check DME printout.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 01:16 PM
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Beautiful car. Congrats!
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Get a PPI done.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 01:33 PM
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Congratulations! One sweet ride!
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 01:48 PM
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Thanks, guys! Useful stuff!
And no, it is not pre-owned so now I am wondering about the side markers, although everything I saw about the GTS had them clear....
Thanks again!
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 01:59 PM
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Congrats on the car.

I wound up going with this - http://skenedesign.com/FPBracket/index.shtml
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 02:58 PM
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ask for a full tank of gas!!!
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 03:05 PM
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I also required a front plate holder to my 911s. The dealer installed one off another Porsche vehicle which is apparently the same as a 911 curviture front bumper.

A tech told me that there is a certain detail on the front of your bumper as to where to install a plate holder. This ensures its that the holder is centered properly on your bumper.

O yea ! beautiful car gino !!!
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 03:06 PM
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That's a pretty GTS !! Congrats on the purchase, can't wait to see how you like it. I would get as many records as you can and get a PPI done. Enjoy
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