Kev04C320

Josh,

Doesn't that make you feel glad you bought your beast from Chris?

dragonAMG

Definitely... I was thinking that exact same thing as I was reading this thread. I bought my car site unseen. I was extremely fortunate. There will always be scammers out there who will come into our community and try to pull a fast one, we just have to look out for one another.

cte430

And you have no idea how nervous I was for the first 6 months or so after I sold it to Josh. I would have died had he taken it and something gone wrong, which would have been nothing more than a bad coincedance. This guy on the other hand, trying to pawn something off that he knew had serious issues makes him no better than a common thief (unless he proves us all wrong).

cte430

Can I interest you in a very nice 997S? LOL!

Kev04C320

You never know what kind people you would run into on the internet so it's only natural for us to look over each others' shoulder.

Kev04C320

That would be a dead coincidence obviously. However, now you can rest easy knowing that your beast is in good hands and she's even running stronger than before.

I think most of us has rendered a verdict on this dude. For me, if he couldn't provide visual prove that the VIN posted up here is different from his car's VIN, he has no credibility in my mind what-so-ever.

BTW, when is your TT coming and what color combo did you go with? I want mine White on Black with Black CF trim

dragonAMG

If only I could afford both now

GermanCarFan

There's no need for him to snap a shot of his VIN and post it here. Him not addressing the numerous requests is answer enough. I'm glad I didn't throw money his way for that car.

cte430

Going with slate grey/black with lots of leather and CF. This is exactly what it'll look like. It's in production now so should have it in about 6 weeks or so.

Kev04C320

That looks gorgeous. I bet you can't wait to lay your hands on her, can you?

The cost on options does add up quick for Porsche though. I did a mock up on my dream car and came up with around 140K with all the leather and CF that I want. (leather rear center console, doorlock trim, arm rest with Porsche crest, small and big CF packages)

What's your opinion on the CF door trim and map pocket covers? Personally I like the stitched leather better, but wife says the CF ones look cooler. Well, I know honey, but it's a $2900 option though.....

enzom

I just wanted to take this opportunity to tell you how much I hate you at this very second.

OK - How about a ride??

Good luck. She's beautiful.

BigApe

hey Vic- have u pilled the trigger and put his bozo out of his misery?

Vic55

Ha!! I probably wont ban him but I will close this thread pretty soon. But its true, his silence does seem to be an admission of guilt.

SoCalCLK

I got one word for ya': OWNED

E55Freak

doesn't an S title put the car at about half its worth? I'll give you 22K for it.

Kev04C320

Maybe worse, depends on what happened to it.

I wouldn't pay more than 10K even for a salvaged CGT from Katrina, LOL.

jtc55

hey josh, i'll take the beast off your hands so u can get chris' 997s.

cte430

I'll be looking for all kinds of excuses to drive when I get it so when I take delivery and post pics here send me a PM and I'll meet up.

cte430

Kev, the porsche options prices get crazy. But you know what? I can almost guarantee you won't find another slate TT exactly as mine. It's nice you can build them exactly as you want.

The exact final number for my car $146,563. Ceramics were a big dent. As far as leather and CF I went with the basic CF package (about $900) which gives you the strip in the middle of the dash, e-brake, and shifter, and the CF "switch panel". This obscenely priced (LOL) option is around $2,700 and gives you basically the vents and something else, I forget. I did not opt for the CF center console or door trip packages. The center console is leather as well as the door finishers. Too much CF might get a bit "old" - you can never tire of leather. The stitched leather is really nice.

I'll be sure to post up pics when I get it.

Kev04C320

Chris,

The choice of our interior options are almost identical, except for the Porsche crest on the arm rest! I think when I priced mine, it was 140.9K. Since I can't justify the cost of servicing the PCCB, I decided not to get it and stick with the stock brakes.

The CF switch panel package also includes that thin strip of CF trim with stitched leather inserts on your dash by the air vents near your windshield. I've been told by someone that the CF trim actaully reflects light and is a distraction and potential hazard, LOL

cte430

I've actually heard the same thing about the CF reflection up on the dash. Here's my exact specs:
Slate grey/black
heated seats
sport chrono package
Adaptive sport seats
rocker panels painted
LSD
thicker steering wheel
crest in headrest
rear center console - leather
door finishers - leather
carbon package
carbon package switch panel
gear lever trim in leather
storage compt lid w/ model logo
sport shifter
PCCB


PCCB's come with as many opinions as "how should I break in my car" LOL. I figured the way I am, I'd regret not getting them. At this price point whats' another 8K or so! Besides, if they ever do need replacing I can just switch to the reds. The Gen. 1 system did have some problems but I've followed this very closely and have not seen any issues. Many of the cars at PDE are using them with little to no wear. I've read some interesting data that shows the cost of maintaing the steel brakes might actually be higher - of course that depends on how long you keep the car/how many miles you put on it.

Have you driven a car with them? If you don't want them I'd suggest you not drive them. You'll end up ordering them. My 997S has the reds and they will suck your eyeballs out on a hard stop. I've driven 3 different TT's with the PCCB's and they are just so different. Even though there is no evidence that they stop any better. The unsprung weight, little brake dust, and overall "cool factor" was enough for me to bite the bullet. Besides, when compared to what Ferrari gets for their ceramics this is a bargain!! (I have this tremendous ability to rationalize almost anything I do!)

BTW, white was my first choice but I saw slate and fell in love with it. If you go white you may also want to consider cocoa or sea blue for the interior. it doesn't show up on the U.S. order page on porsche's web site but you can do things with the PCM ( the "main" unit in the center stack). One of the reasons I went with the CF is I didn't like the contrasting grey colors between the PCM and the strip above. The PCM module is available in leather (about 2,220) or piano black. I have some pics if you want to see it.

The sea blue is REALLY nice and contrasts with CF great (the sea blue is really dark, almost black when you first get in it.) I saw some pics a while ago of a guy with a white/seablue with lots of CF and it was stunning. Terracotta/black with deviated carpets is also really nice. If you want some pics of different options shoot me an e-mail and I'll send them to you.

The one good thing about having to wait this long for my car is I've become an expert in porsche options. If I would have been able to get something immediately I'm sure I would have done something I'd regret, or forgot something I really would have wanted.

sbarsap

Sounds like a great deal. Can you IM me ur Bank details so I can wire you a deposit.

Cylinder Head

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Did you read this thread, AT ALL?

V12Godspeed

blackbenzz

Oh my god that car is beautiful!