Dumped the CL65 and picked this 997TT up (pics)

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Jan 21, 2008 | 12:26 AM
  #26  
That is a great looking car!!
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Jan 21, 2008 | 12:29 AM
  #27  
you have a very good taste in cars Vic!

I can't imagine the hit you took on the CL..

nice pad too! Where is your place?
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Jan 21, 2008 | 12:47 AM
  #28  
The pictures do not do this car justice....ABSOLUTELY STUNNING in person!!!

Vic definitely does not disappoint....
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Jan 21, 2008 | 01:23 AM
  #29  
Big congrats Vic, looks stunning. 0-60 in 3.5 bone stock is just plain wrong. Also, P-cars dont tend to be anywhere near as affected by AWD drivetrain loss on the hwy as Audis.
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Jan 21, 2008 | 01:55 AM
  #30  
WOW.. Very nice Congrats! Good choice in upgrade! I agree also I think a red line around the rim would look good!
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Jan 21, 2008 | 03:37 AM
  #31  
wow hotness, enjoy it in good health my friend
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Jan 21, 2008 | 03:41 AM
  #32  
Nice Corolla!
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Jan 21, 2008 | 05:50 AM
  #33  
Quote: The pictures do not do this car justice....ABSOLUTELY STUNNING in person!!!

Vic definitely does not disappoint....
+1... loved the interior on it, so slick Vic!
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Jan 21, 2008 | 05:52 AM
  #34  
Holy crap, that's awesome.

I hope you're an extrovert 'cause there's no hiding in that!
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Jan 21, 2008 | 06:47 AM
  #35  
Looks Amazing!!!! I really like the new exhaust tips better then the stock. Have you played with her yet? I hear the car has a bit of turbo lag? How does it compare to the 65 during acceleration? The color is awesome!! Too bad no keyless go. I'm lazy and got use to not using a key.

Larry
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Jan 21, 2008 | 07:26 AM
  #36  
Congrats Vic..hey post some video runs!
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Jan 21, 2008 | 08:26 AM
  #37  
Good choice. Congrats!
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Jan 21, 2008 | 08:27 AM
  #38  
Quote: Looks Amazing!!!! I really like the new exhaust tips better then the stock. Have you played with her yet? I hear the car has a bit of turbo lag? How does it compare to the 65 during acceleration? The color is awesome!! Too bad no keyless go. I'm lazy and got use to not using a key.

Larry
Eh, idk about that. Off the line, you do have to let the turbos spool which takes like 3 seconds or so (if I remember correctly). From a roll it takes off pretty hard. What you have to understand is that this car can dip in and out of traffic at warp speeds without breaking a sweat. Try that in any Benz and nex thing you'll be looking at are the pearly gates of heaven. They are glued to the road. And the steering is just phenominal. Its paradise to drive that car.
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Jan 21, 2008 | 09:33 AM
  #39  
Sweet!!!!!!!
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Jan 21, 2008 | 09:39 AM
  #40  
Vic...that is totally sick...congrats on the new red monster!
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Jan 21, 2008 | 10:33 AM
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Jan 21, 2008 | 11:02 AM
  #42  
The ultimate sleeper. Too mundane for me, but drive what you want.
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Jan 21, 2008 | 11:17 AM
  #43  
Quote: Looks Amazing!!!! I really like the new exhaust tips better then the stock. Have you played with her yet? I hear the car has a bit of turbo lag? How does it compare to the 65 during acceleration? The color is awesome!! Too bad no keyless go. I'm lazy and got use to not using a key.

Larry
Hey Larry, I can live without the keyless go but there has been a few times where I went to open the door and realized I needed to hit the key fob

As for turbo lag, its not that bad actually- the new variable geometry turbos have some good progress there and once I put some miles on and chip it, I am sure it will only get better.

As for comparos, the 65 was modded and in a straight line the 65 is faster via seat of the pants but stop light to stop light this tip is superb.

Of course handling is a no brainer and once I add on the chip, GMG cars are running circa 590 hp at the crank with the mods that I will have. It should make for a very quick but not over the top 997TT.
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Jan 21, 2008 | 11:26 AM
  #44  
NICE!! Now change your Sig! I am not a P-car fan but thats one bad A$$ mother...
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Jan 21, 2008 | 11:27 AM
  #45  
Vic a friend of mine has a 996tt,and a 997tt,with some performance upgrade for sale....turbos,i/c ,wheels,nos etc.Some of these parts are new.EMAIL me,and i will give you his cell number and maybe you two can strike a deal..
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Jan 21, 2008 | 11:29 AM
  #46  


Time to update the siggy.
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Jan 21, 2008 | 11:33 AM
  #47  
Wow, that is one sick p car! Congrats!
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Jan 21, 2008 | 11:38 AM
  #48  
Congrats!! Just saw it on 6speed.
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Jan 21, 2008 | 12:12 PM
  #49  
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but who are you and why are you posting this Porsche stuff on our forum?

Administrator, please ban this guy and remove his Moderator status.

I'm not a P-car guy but seeing yours, makes a cracker want one! that thing is sweet.
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Jan 21, 2008 | 02:02 PM
  #50  
Vic congrats man...that is one sick car!! Enjoy in good health and definitely you must put up some clips of the little monster. I still remember when you had the E55 and put the clips of the eisenmann, that was all the inspiration I needed to get the E...who knows...lol!!!
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