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Old 02-26-2016, 03:43 PM   #21
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No thanks. Maintenance is ridiculous on those. The F430 is unique in that it doesn't require crazy engine-out service and was available with a stick.
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Old 02-26-2016, 03:55 PM   #22
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Thanks guys for the comps
More here:
http://rennlist.com/forums/996-turbo...tt-coupes.html
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Old 02-26-2016, 03:59 PM   #23
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i would buy that car in a heartbeat.
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Old 02-26-2016, 06:40 PM   #24
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What's the question? $39k is as cheap as you'll find a 996tt. Original owner (who you know) and low'ish miles; that's a great buy.

If it has sports seats, ask if he wants an 04 z06 in trade.


997.1 will be mostly in the $60-70+ range.

$50k 997.2

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Old 02-26-2016, 06:45 PM   #25
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It's missing the turboZz
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Old 02-26-2016, 06:47 PM   #26
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It's missing the turboZz
ah, actually prefer a non turbo 997.2 and assumed that is what you meant.
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Old 02-26-2016, 06:50 PM   #27
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I guess it depends on the budget, but 987.2 manuals are a bargain right now. I wouldn't consider a 987.1 with how cheap the .2s are.
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Old 02-26-2016, 06:52 PM   #28
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thanks but no two seaters or verts for me.
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Old 02-26-2016, 08:42 PM   #29
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I saw that one. That's an awesome car.. If it were in the northeast, I'd seriously consider it. Turbos can go to hell, the additional 100hp does nothing for the driving experience except add fear of tickets.
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Old 02-26-2016, 08:43 PM   #30
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I guess it depends on the budget, but 987.2 manuals are a bargain right now. I wouldn't consider a 987.1 with how cheap the .2s are.
If you see a well-optioned low mileage 987.2S 6MT please pass it on..
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