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The options fitted vary widely and I was luck to get an (almost) exact match.
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The roofs often rattle quite badly if not recently adjusted/ lubricated.
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The roofs often rattle quite badly if not recently adjusted/ lubricated.
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Adjust labour rates accordingly

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They are a reputable company in Norwich and the guy that owns it also owns the Porsche dealership aswell so when they give you the warranty they adjust the labour rates accordingly.
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Check plastic strips aren't lose

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Only thing to watch out for is to check the rubber seals line up + check the plastic strips aren't lose.
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The roofs often rattle quite badly if not recently adjusted/ lubricated.
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They are a reputable company in Norwich and the guy that owns it also owns the Porsche dealership aswell so when they give you the warranty they adjust the labour rates accordingly.
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Only thing to watch out for is to check the rubber seals line up + check the plastic strips aren't lose.
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Check rear boot clips are securely in place

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Check the rear boot clips are securely in place.
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Check rubber seals line up +

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Only thing to watch out for is to check the rubber seals line up + check the plastic strips aren't lose.
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The options fitted vary widely and I was luck to get an (almost) exact match.
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Test drive, they all do (including the brand new 997)

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Don't worry if the roof squeeks a bit during the test drive, they all do (including the brand new 997).
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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

I just posted a similar thread on the general chat but .... So I'm looking for a Targa! Advice on what to and not to do please! £30-£35 Grand. Sooooo.....??

POST 2Original post

You can get a minimum 03 plate 40k miler with good spec for the bottom range of your budget. Not a great deal of difference between the Targa and std 996. Only thing to watch out for is to check the rubber seals line up + check the plastic strips aren't lose. Check the rear boot clips are securely in place. Make sure the roof and boot mechanisms work without any trouble (plus blind). Don't worry if the roof squeeks a bit during the test drive, they all do (including the brand new 997). Apart from that, it's the same as a std 996.

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I'd echo that, and good luck, you should get a cracking car at that budget I'd also add that if you get a 2004 model you are on 2 year servicing. I'd also recomend the Porsche warranty for peace of mind at this sort of spend. I waited almost 3 years to get ours (OK I had a year off with an S2000) but its worth the wait. I was after a manual and there seemed to be more tip targas when I was looking. The roofs often rattle quite badly if not recently adjusted/ lubricated. Finally PSE (sports exhaust) is a must. You can add it afterwards but save 1.5k by buying a car with it already fitted. The options fitted vary widely and I was luck to get an (almost) exact match. Let us know how you get on.

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They have a nice one at the garage where i got my carrera 4 from check this out - http://www.lindapproved.co.uk/used-cars/Porsche-911-targa/169.htm I 'm sure they would do you a deal, tell them Dave with the carrera 4 told you about it, ask for a guy called Martin he's a nice bloke. They are a reputable company in Norwich and the guy that owns it also owns the Porsche dealership aswell so when they give you the warranty they adjust the labour rates accordingly. Dave

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