Pulled the Trigger (finally!)

So after 2 years, 30 possibles,10 PPI's and multiple bid situations. I finally found the right (for me) 996. I've had a model on my desk of a 996 C4S for years, and and spent ages looking for the right one, when I had the realization that I had to find the best possible car for my budget vs. finding a C4S that was within the range. That lead me to re-calibrating the search and finding the car with the right maintenance history, options and a private party sale where I could get a good feel for the previous owner. Long story short, I found and bought what I hope is the right car this weekend, 10 miles from my house. 2003 996 C2 Black / Black 50k miles 6MT PSE, PSM Carbon fiber trim IMS. RMS, AOS Clutch done Service history from reputable local Indy Previous owner who was obviously an enthusiast who'd taken great care of the car and had receipts from his and the previous owners maintenance work I've only had it a few days, but it's by far and away the most rewarding driving experience I've had in a road car. Coming out of a B8 S4, and having owned a bunch of performance oriented cars (Prelude, G35 Coupe, CLK550,, GC SRT8), I just love the linear, mechanical nature of the 996. It's may not be as powerful as some of the other cars I've had, but it's a is much more connected driving experience. I also like the interior. I know it's not to everyone's taste, but it's clean, simple, everything has a purpose and everything (apart from the window switch) falls close to hand.. Finally, I got to wash it this weekend for the first time, and even though this is the narrow body, when you get up close to wash it, the body lines and curves are just fantastic. I know I'm in the new-to-me car honeymoon phase, but I just wanted to share my first impressions, and also thank everyone on this forums for answering my multiple questions, inquiries, and general lingering prior to making a purchase. It's a great group on here, and I look forward to being a more frequent contributor. (I'll try and post better quality pics soon)

Very nice. Drive it like you stole it.

I know most folks only get excited about odd colors, but i love me some blk/blk -- looks well optioned too. I love my C4s, but i think the C2 is the more quintessential 911 experience. enjoy the heck out of it, the honeymoon phase hasn't ended for me and I'm nearing a year in.

Outstanding Example!! Enjoy in good health (as they say)!!

congrats! beautiful!

I hope you don't have any cats. I do and the first week I had my car it jumped onto the hood and slid all the way down leaving nice scratches. I wanted to kill it but my wife stopped me and reminded me that my daughter would be very upset if she ever found out I did it. So the cat lives on and remarkably has never done it again. I think it knows somehow to stay away from the C4 now.

Congrats on your C2 purchase.By now you might be the in house 996 expert after looking at 30 examples. I looked at one and have owned it since 2006.

Congrats and good luck!

Congratulations....you're car looks exactly like mine...same rims too! It's beautiful!

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I was on the honeymoon for many months, and still hasn't gone away. Congrats, nice car.

Awesome looking car! Those are some of my favorite wheels.

"I also like the interior. I know it's not to everyone's taste, but it's clean, simple, everything has a purpose and everything (apart from the window switch) falls close to hand.. "... Isn't your window switch right next to you?

Congratulations! Very nice. I've had mine for over two years and the honeymoon phase hasn't worn off.

Good luck with it!

Congrats!

Congrats, these cars look great in black over black. I've had my car over a year and still can't get over that its in my driveway! I also hunt for the window switch when I first get in it. Old habits (window switch on the door), die hard. You did the research, had patience, and bought a car that has been cared for. You're all set up for a great ownership experience. I joined the PCA. I have been pleasantly surprised by how much I appreciate my membership so far. Something to keep in mind.

Thanks for all the comments, and well wishes. I'm excited. As far as the window switch, I think it's more that I'm so used to it being on the left side by the door that it'll just take a while to adjust to the center placement. So not that it isn't close at hand, but more placement familiarity.

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Thanks Mike - that's actually next on my list. The shop that did the PPI had a bunch of PCA guys just hanging out there and I'm going to get the membership sorted this weekend.