First shot of my new Turbo!!
04-05-2003, 07:27 AM
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First shot of my new Turbo!!
Unfortunately it's SNOWING like crazy, and on these 20" wheels, we're stranded in our hotel for the day. Oh well...
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04-05-2003, 11:14 AM
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I'm up in Boston where I picked it up. Here are a couple more snow pictures. When I started it up today and moved it to a cleared parking space, the "Start Engine (and battery symbol)" signal started flashing on the computer display, even with the engine running. Hope this isn't a sign of things to come...
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Very nice!! What were your fist impressions?
04-05-2003, 02:37 PM
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First impressions: SOLID feel. Car doesnt squeak, doesnt move. Feels extremely well put-together. I hope that lasts.
The engine PULLS. In fact even with the 2nd gear start at lights its GOOD. Of course knock it to first and you get sports-car start. Amazing for a 5,800 lb vehicle.
The NAV system is very nice -- turned it on to just tinker, haven't put it through its paces yet.
The overall look I like -- the rear I really like and the front is growing on me. I think clear sidemarkers and the chrome grill, plus running boards and the skid plate will all help.
One thing I truly like is that to "most" people, it blends in, especially the back. I'm not wild about kids etc knowing its a $90,000 SUV -- invites trouble. What they don't notice, they won't bother.
I'll write more in depth later this week when I get home to the sunshine!
Scott
The engine PULLS. In fact even with the 2nd gear start at lights its GOOD. Of course knock it to first and you get sports-car start. Amazing for a 5,800 lb vehicle.
The NAV system is very nice -- turned it on to just tinker, haven't put it through its paces yet.
The overall look I like -- the rear I really like and the front is growing on me. I think clear sidemarkers and the chrome grill, plus running boards and the skid plate will all help.
One thing I truly like is that to "most" people, it blends in, especially the back. I'm not wild about kids etc knowing its a $90,000 SUV -- invites trouble. What they don't notice, they won't bother.
I'll write more in depth later this week when I get home to the sunshine!
Scott
04-05-2003, 02:53 PM
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Regarding the "start engine" message the dealer ran diagnostics on the vehicle and found nothing wrong. I assume its just some sort of computer glitch. That has been the least of my concerns as my vehicle has serious transmission issues which Porcshe is supposed to investigate.
04-05-2003, 04:33 PM
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Looks super Scott..My o4 TT in Titanium with 19's will be in early may..Seems a bit crazy to drop 95K on an SUV and hold up because it snowed a bit. Who says were crazy
04-05-2003, 04:40 PM
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I definiately plan on putting some more all-season rubber on and maybe selling the 20" wheels. They sell new for over $4000 so should be able to get some cash for em.
