Hello Everyone, I finally pulled the trigger and moved up to a 911. Picked up a mint 1999 996 in Arctic Silver with only 26K miles. After owning 4 other porsches (1979 924, 1984 944, 1986 944 and 1991 944S2 Cabriolet (Still Own), I keep asking myself why I didn't do this sooner. My wife keeps asking me if I will ever buy a car other than a Porsche. I guess I just love these cars. No matter how many problems I have with them or the enormous amount of money I dump into them I just can't seem to get it out of my system. Anyways, the car is 100% stock, but I am already planning a few upgrades before winter hits here in Wisconsin (new front bumper (GT3 or GT2 can't decide), side skirts, H&R Lowering Springs, Misha Wing. I will wait until next spring for new wheels and tires. I was hoping to find a newer 996 with more mods, but this one was too clean to pass up. Look forward to helping out whenever I can and also getting help from you guys when I'm laying under my car covered in grease swearing that I will never buy another Porsche. Here's a few pics: (for those of you that forgot what your car looked like without all the upgrades).
Finally bought a 996. Why do I love Porsche's so much?
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congrats man! Drive in good health!
Congrats on the new Porsche, there is no other like the 911!
Looks like you have a winner
Nick - Welcome to the Forum. Nice looking P-car. Great way to start out by posting pics, 'cuz we LOVE pics!
Congrates. I know the feeling about Porsche. I will never not own one (when financially possible). There is just something about them that gets in your system.
Very nice. I'm only on my first, but I wanted it all my life. I have no idea how I'm going to justify the next one, but I'm with you -- it's hard to imagine not having one. Enjoy!
congrats, i think you'll find 996 to be far more reliable than your 944
Beautiful--just spend less than $40 and swap the orange side markers!
Welcome, and congrats on the purchase!
Welcome! Let the mod madness begin!
That is one great looking car. Very clean and well kept. Congratz! -Darren
Welcome and congratulations!!!! I've had mine for three weeks now and the mod bug is a virulent one. There are many low cost modifications that you can make, that I feel really make a nice difference. This is a good way to start, while taking the time to do the research about the more expensive mods. Clear Side Markers Llyod Mats Remove the Airbag warning labels from both sides of the visors Get membership to Rennlist Enjoy!
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