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You can ask him which shop he would recommend but it may be smarter to have a different shop inspect it in case he's friends with his mechanic.
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Hi, folks!
A buddy said this is the best forum for all Porsche information, so here I am!
I've been looking for a 996 for months. Long story short, I came across a 2001 C2 in Asheville, NC that I like and appears to be in great shape. I spoke with the seller for a while and didn't have a bad feeling about him at all. Seemed to know his stuff.
I do not want to purchase the vehicle without seeing it. The problem is that I'm in houston, TX. I could fly there and drive it back, but I'd rather not.
This may be a long shot, but does anyone on here live near Asheville, NC or know someone that does, that'd be willing to take a look at it for me? Clearly, I will pay the individual for their services.
Any help is greatly appreciated.
Philag
Philag,
Try posting in the regional forums on Pelican Parts. If not, try Rennlist in the 996 and regional forums. Someone is bound to be able to help.
Good luck!
Mike
I'm retired and i'm bored. Would love to talke a ride so check. may cell is [phone removed]. Was a prior Mechanic for 3 years before becoming an officer. Now I am retired and board. Sounds like a nice road trip. Is he willing to pay for hotel room. I can cover the food and fuel.
Robert
thanks, dukes. I'll try that.
occb2, that is incredibly generous of you to offer your time for me. I'd be glad to cover hotel expenses. I'd prefer to find someone that is a bit closer that can take care of it in a few hours, but if cannot find anyone else, I will definitely be giving you a call.
Happy New Year!
Phil
Lol. Mike (bcdukes), Um hell yea... Actually after looking it up it is a hell of a trip. It's almost a 13 Hrs. trip. So I'm going to have to back out. Didn't realize it was that far. Although it would be fun driving the turbo down. I had a few drink before reading and writing the post so I had to correct my grammar. LOL.
Robert
Phil, find a Porsche mechanic in that area who you can pay to inspect it and just have the owner drop it off there. You can ask him which shop he would recommend but it may be smarter to have a different shop inspect it in case he's friends with his mechanic. Also, make sure you read up on the 996 model so you know what you're getting into with a 14 year old car and what kind of issues it might have down the road.
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