Picking up my 911 Turbo in 2 weeks

mominator · Aug 18, 2006

Hey Folks,

I had a boxster s until 2 months ago when it got written off! A guy in a Monero went into the back of me (3rd party accepted full liability). I have now just put down a deposit on a 2003 911 Turbo which I will be picking up in 2 weeks, so so cant wait!!

Does anyone have any recomendations for car insurance? Tesco seems to be the cheapest so far with £2k.

Thanks,

Mo

Lancerlot · Aug 19, 2006

Hi,
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Grant · Aug 19, 2006

Congratulations, 996TT's are fabulous cars, you will have a ball, just watch your license!
I found Admiral & A plan ( http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=286183&f=70&h=0 ) very good on price, I'm not sure if Tesco will cover OPC repair costs! Also worth talking to Norwich Union Direct.
Once you have insurance you will need this next http://www.porscheclubgbforum.com/tm.asp?m=222646

mominator · Aug 20, 2006

Hahahaha.. Nice one Grant.

First thing I need to do is get some lessons to drive this 911 Turbo as I think it will be a lot different to my boxster. Any recommendations around London (Greenwich area)?

Lancerlot · Aug 20, 2006

ORIGINAL: mominator

First thing I need to do is get some lessons to drive this 911 Turbo as I think it will be a lot different to my boxster. Any recommendations around London (Greenwich area)?

Have a look at the Porsche High Speed Driving Course, usually undertaken at one of the official test tracks, such as Millbrook. Costly, but can have tuition specifically for the turbo.
Good luck

Grant · Aug 20, 2006

ORIGINAL: mominator
Hahahaha.. Nice one Grant.
First thing I need to do is get some lessons to drive this 911 Turbo as I think it will be a lot different to my boxster. Any recommendations around London (Greenwich area)?

Mominator, the 996TT is very sure footed & predictable, the only time you need to worry is on damp greasy roads when it can be a bit unpredictable, funnily enough streaming wet roads seem ok, it's the damp ones that can get it snapping sideways unexpectedly! The trouble is the car is so amazingly capable & surefooted you some times forget it has limits!
The bottom line is in the dry it will take all 420 horses in virtually all circumstances without being unpredictable, but the beauty is that although your granny could drive it fast, it is still a great drivers car. Just remember full beans in 2nd is advisable where ever sensible/possible. Only downside is your license is in danger whilst you own this car, simply because it will reach unprintable speeds before you even realise it.
Enjoy the car I had nearly 4 years in one & still loved it through to the change.

Dapster · Aug 21, 2006

ORIGINAL: mominator

Hahahaha.. Nice one Grant.

First thing I need to do is get some lessons to drive this 911 Turbo as I think it will be a lot different to my boxster. Any recommendations around London (Greenwich area)?

Try http://www.cadence.co.uk/ I can not recommend them highly enough. I took a day's "Roadcraft" training when I had a Caterham a few years ago, and it was absolutely brilliant.

There are others in the back of Porsche Post or any good car mag (Evo for example).

Guest · Aug 21, 2006

Hi, try AON. I have a scheme with them though my work which is very reasonable and they also offer a specilaist Porsche scheme. Worth a call. Also service is first class. After a white van man nudged my stationary Carrera (soon to be 996 Turbo) on the M25 requiring a new bumber and repair to the engine cover they were very helpful and accepted just a single quote from my local OPC repairer. No fuss, just quality cover. Phone is 01252 767189. If you go with one of the mass market insurers make sure that they will let you choose the repairer should you have an accident, many will try to use their general (and ussally low cost) repairer.

mominator · Aug 22, 2006

I have tried so many and Tesco is the cheapest by a couple of thousand!

9 more days to go!

riverproaudio · Aug 22, 2006

watch out for the tesco insurance. I would check their terms and conditions. Had a friend who was with tesco and found out that the insurance was not up to much when they had a claim. Would stick to specialist in Porsche insurance

Lancerlot · Aug 23, 2006

ORIGINAL: mominator

I have tried so many and Tesco is the cheapest by a couple of thousand!

9 more days to go!

After specifically asking Tescos if they covered high value vehicles, I received a very competitive quote on a new turbo a couple of years ago. However, once the paperwork arrived, I realised the car was only covered up to £35,000 - less than half its true value. So proceed with caution!

mominator · Aug 23, 2006

Thanks guys.. The policy should be in the post in the next couple of days so will keep a look out.

sniper · Aug 25, 2006

I had my 996TT insured with tesco - switched to admiral - saved £500.

mominator · Aug 26, 2006

Alot of these insurance companies were quoting me huge premiums because I am 27. I have 6 years no claims and it seems like this has had no effect what so ever.. Whoever said insurnce premiums go down when you hit 25 lied..

SCOTJC · Aug 26, 2006

ORIGINAL: mominator

Alot of these insurance companies were quoting me huge premiums because I am 27. I have 6 years no claims and it seems like this has had no effect what so ever.. Whoever said insurnce premiums go down when you hit 25 lied..

i've got a 03 tt insured in my name (26 years old) 8 years ncb, with 2 other named drivers with bell-direct for £720, can't be bad.

mominator · Aug 31, 2006

Picking up the car on Saturday morning, only few days to go. Is there anything I should look out for when I pick it up from the dealer? Its from an OPC and the motor is only 3 years old with 7k on the clock.

944asy · Aug 31, 2006

Watch out for plod.
Sports Exhaust so it wont sound like a bag of broken boxster bits.
Second Gear @ 2000 revs press the loud pedal and never forget that feeling.

Enjoy.

996tt Jesus Christ !!!
996 C4s Yes but No.
993C4s Yes Sir.
968 CS If Carlsberg made cars!!
944 S2 Sorry but its a No.

mominator · Sep 5, 2006

You have to see this, it is an absolute beaut! I flew out to Aberdeen to pick it up and drove it back to London. What a drive.. It was just amazing. I definately need to get some lessons though..

Any tips on using the turbo? What does the bar on the menu mean? Apologies if I am asking stupid questions..

SCOTJC · Sep 5, 2006

ORIGINAL: mominator

You have to see this, it is an absolute beaut! I flew out to Aberdeen to pick it up and drove it back to London. What a drive.. It was just amazing. I definately need to get some lessons though..

Any tips on using the turbo? What does the bar on the menu mean? Apologies if I am asking stupid questions..

bar on the menu is the boost pressure that the turbos are giving you. At full power you should see 0.7/0.8 depending on the conditions eg warm/cold day etc. Tips on turbo - only real one i can think of is after a hard drive allow the turbos to cool down eg either have the car sitting at tickover for 1 minute or drive it off boost for a couple of miles before home (this stops the oil sitting in the hot turbos with no circulation where the oil would loose some of its good properties). Hope thats what your questions meant, cheers.

911addict · Sep 5, 2006

Tip for turbos?
Keep your eye on the speedo, they do ridiculous speeds in no time.
Keep your eye on the rev counter, they reach red line in ridiculous time.

Enjoy!