Gen.1 turbo or gen 2 Carrera S...Anyone looking to sell?

[JCX]

i love my 997.2 with PDK box. Its a pleasure to drive and makes me smile every mile. Good luck on your search.

 

[markponting@btinternet.com]

I have just rejoined pcgb after a 5 year break from the marque, but now I am back and looking for a manual gen.1 turbo Or gen 2 Carrera S .We started off our Porsche life with a 1968 911 S , then a 3.2 S Boxster but as time moves on we thought we would now look for a Turbo - Preferably 997 but would consider a 996 or 997 gen 2 Carrera S. I have read all there is to read on buyers guides etc and am always happy to hear what owners think of the car. Is it a good idea? Mark

 

[markponting@btinternet.com]

Thanks for the reply. Budget means I will have to stick to a gen. 1 , but looking forward to getting back behind the wheel of a Porsche.

 

[JCX]

indeed. Good luck on the hunt. They're all fab

 

[Westfield2]

If going for a manual (or any) get an over rev check, the autos tend to be a bit of insurance on that score.

 

[markponting@btinternet.com]

Thanks for this . Is this something that can only be obtained from Porsche dealer?

 

[andy1cyp]

Yes it is, and if indeed you are opting for a gen 1 then my personal advice is to opt for a manual as the tiptronic boxes on these cars are way too slushy.

 

[markponting@btinternet.com]

Thanks for your views I agree.

 

[alpole]

Just considering whether I part with my pride and joy . Its a 2007 997 Gen 1 turbo manual with 24309 miles on the clock. I am the 6th owner although it only really started to be used from owner number 5 in 2011 as prior to this the mileage was minimal and obviously a garage queen.

The car is immaculate and the next minor service is due in May 2017. I did not renew the Porsche warranty last December as I took a view on the premium against likely breakdown.

The car has had a check completed for over revs and there are no ignitions in ranges 5 and 6. Really hasnt missed a beat and only considering selling to make way for a GT4.

Car kept in heated Garage with soft cover and never taken out in the rain.

Spec as follows :

GT silver

Black full Leather

Porsche vehicle tracking system

Top tinted windscreen

Bose

Electric sunroof

Rear Parking assistance

Rear Wiper

Sport Chrono Plus

Home link

Heated Seats

PCM telephone module

Door entry Guard illuminated

Manual Transmission

Leather Sports steering wheel

Not decided on a price yet as OPC havent offered a figure as yet.

Will update .

Let me know if of interest to anyone.