Porsche 911 Coupe (1997 - 2004) 911 (996) Carrera 2 2d (2002/02) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Mid life crisis. Flash so and so but also cooler than a Ferrari or lambo.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They love it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Hmmm I am not sure. I'm not selling this one but it's a bit of a tick box exercise. Don't think I would get another but I would recommend if you can afford it then get one once!
What are you likely to buy next?
Bmw 6 series or jag xk.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£13,000
When did you buy the car?
December 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
Hmmm sort of. It was cheapish but needed work.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Always wanted one. Specifically wanted a black on black rear wheel drive manual second gen with the 3.6l engine, turbo lights etc.
What was the dealer like?
Like most dealers....
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Amazing. Brilliant. Cool. These days it's not as fast as an Audi rs3 or golf r but it's more than fast enough! Engine sounds fab.
What's it like to park?
Not too bad. Biggest problem is worrying about kerbing alloys.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Loads. Have replaced water pump, drive belt and pulleys, both air con condensors. Air con pipe, drop links and had some rust removed from wings. Headlight refurb.
What's most practical about your car?
It has rear seats which I need for kids.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Pop up rear wing, cup holders, retro satnav.
