Todays ride (997 C2S)

[WR1 Bro]

Great to hear your opinions Dan.

[danr55]

you're welcome.

only wish i had a way with words like Fraser to make the reading more fun

[WR1 Bro]

Yes, Fraser does have a great way with words. Some people can see a likeness between Fraser and myself

Your report was great Dan. I read it all and enjoyed reading.

[marky mark]

Nice report Dan! Whats next in 2 weeks then????

[chris]

Interesting write up. I've only ever driven a Boxster which i had for the weekend a few years ago now. The interia, whilst being well screwed together was incredibly basic which at the time was something of a disappointment as i was expecting something of a higher quality finish.

So what's next on the list?

[WR1 Bro]

Maybe an Aston?

[danr55]

Nice report Dan! Whats next in 2 weeks then????

wait and see

[danr55]

Interesting write up. I've only ever driven a Boxster which i had for the weekend a few years ago now. The interia, whilst being well screwed together was incredibly basic which at the time was something of a disappointment as i was expecting something of a higher quality finish.

So what's next on the list?

i drove an early boxster a long time ago, it's hard to believe these cars are manufactured by the same people. IMO the 997 has come a long way since the 996 carrera aswell

[danr55]

Maybe an Aston?

nope, maybe in jan/feb tho

[Houdini]

Wonderful wr1te-up, Dan, and very eloquent too! That really gives a good idea what it's like to have, and there's no substitute for this kind of feedback. I can't wait for your next pics

[danr55]

Wonderful wr1te-up, Dan, and very eloquent too! That really gives a good idea what it's like to have, and there's no substitute for this kind of feedback. I can't wait for your next pics

REALLY looking forward to boxing day

[WR1 Bro]

I'm excited for you.....

Jen - "Dan, it is only 7pm, why are you going to bed so early on Xmas night?"
Dan - Give me two mins Jen, let me just extract the rest of the family and friends from our house as I want an EARLY night....."

[danr55]

I'm excited for you.....

Jen - "Dan, it is only 7pm, why are you going to bed so early on Xmas night?"
Dan - Give me two mins Jen, let me just extract the rest of the family and friends from our house as I want an EARLY night....."

actually, wrong, wont be delivered till noon so plenty of time to shift the hangover. usually lots of wine on xmas day, plus also i'm half intending going out and getting smashed on xmas eve, so might not be able to manage too much on xmas day !!

[The Swede]

So you considering buying a Porker, Dan ?

Xmas ? ... Lambo ?

Drop the Aston. Waste of time, at least the ones with the autobox. DB9 is also too heavy, I found. Would like to try the V8 Vantage to see if it's any more nimble.

[danr55]

So you considering buying a Porker, Dan ?

Xmas ? ... Lambo ?

Drop the Aston. Waste of time, at least the ones with the autobox. DB9 is also too heavy, I found. Would like to try the V8 Vantage to see if it's any more nimble.

I'd love a porker, finances wont allow it though i suspect. i'm going to get the DB9 for my dad for a day as his xmas pressie, i'll have a quick go and see what i make of it

[Gazman2054]

So you considering buying a Porker, Dan ?

Xmas ? ... Lambo ?

Drop the Aston. Waste of time, at least the ones with the autobox. DB9 is also too heavy, I found. Would like to try the V8 Vantage to see if it's any more nimble.

I'd love a porker, finances wont allow it though i suspect. i'm going to get the DB9 for my dad for a day as his xmas pressie, i'll have a quick go and see what i make of it

Dont forget the pics then mate...

[POESY]

The db9 is a wonderful car. Exquisit in every detail - and the wailing noise that engine makes has to be eperienced to be believed.

My brother owned one last year, a cabrio, for 4 - 5 months and sold it for 4k more than he bought it for

Having said that, still prefer a 997. The one we had, had the 381bhp upgrade pack on it and with all that power going to just the rear wheels I'd say it would be a match for any evo under acceleration and top end - well it can do 190mph, an evo cant. Plus, and its a BIG plus, you drive a 997 whereas a modernday evo drives for you

The looks of the 911 are now good again and I also got loads of positive comments, people wanting their photo taken in the car that sort of thing. Think its because the rice rockets are now associated with over-egoed twats, ferraris are associated with attention seekers etc, etc. Wheras the 911 is, always has been and always will be a classy piece of kit which fits in everywhere whether its a schoolkids wall, a track day thrash or a nice country retreat.

[danr55]

The db9 is a wonderful car. Exquisit in every detail - and the wailing noise that engine makes has to be eperienced to be believed.

My brother owned one last year, a cabrio, for 4 - 5 months and sold it for 4k more than he bought it for

Having said that, still prefer a 997. The one we had, had the 381bhp upgrade pack on it and with all that power going to just the rear wheels I'd say it would be a match for any evo under acceleration and top end - well it can do 190mph, an evo cant. Plus, and its a BIG plus, you drive a 997 whereas a modernday evo drives for you

The looks of the 911 are now good again and I also got loads of positive comments, people wanting their photo taken in the car that sort of thing. Think its because the rice rockets are now associated with over-egoed twats, ferraris are associated with attention seekers etc, etc. Wheras the 911 is, always has been and always will be a classy piece of kit which fits in everywhere whether its a schoolkids wall, a track day thrash or a nice country retreat.

will be interested to how the DB9 compares. after all they're not a mile apart in terms of cost and are aimed at competing with each other.
i'd like to try the 911 with the power upgrade, just seems like a very expensive upgrade to put you firmly in GT3 territory on price...
luckily, it wont be a decision i'll nead to make as I've just had the finance figures through and they're nowhere near affordable


p.s totally agree with your comment on the 911 though, it's usefull for EVERY occasion, which is very rare

[danr55]

does 15k of interest seem high over 4 years on a car of 70k ?

[WR1 Bro]

does 15k of interest seem high over 4 years on a car of 70k ?

Not if you can afford it!

[danr55]

does 15k of interest seem high over 4 years on a car of 70k ?

Not if you can afford it!

seems high to me!

[WR1 Bro]

What is the interest rate?

[danr55]

What is the interest rate?

it doesnt say, all it says on the quote is "notional charges 15k" which is the interest, in fact, this is 15k of interest on 50k over 4 years, as this was based on a 20k deposit. (not that i've got anywhere near that to put down )

[WR1 Bro]

What is the interest rate?

it doesnt say, all it says on the quote is "notional charges 15k" which is the interest, in fact, this is 15k of interest on 50k over 4 years, as this was based on a 20k deposit. (not that i've got anywhere near that to put down )

I would find it hard to pay that much interest on a item that depreciates so much.

I'd prefer to start an high risk ISA and save for a few years and buy the next new Porsche out right.

[danr55]

What is the interest rate?

it doesnt say, all it says on the quote is "notional charges 15k" which is the interest, in fact, this is 15k of interest on 50k over 4 years, as this was based on a 20k deposit. (not that i've got anywhere near that to put down )

I would find it hard to pay that much interest on a item that depreciates so much.

I'd prefer to start an high risk ISA and save for a few years and buy the next new Porsche out right.

indeed. i couldnt sign up to 15k of interest, it's just mad

[WR1 Bro]

Start the investment now.

[danr55]

Start the investment now.

"APPARENTLY" a new house is more important

[POESY]

Correct.

[danr55]

Correct that a new house is more important or correct that porsche finance is a bit of a piss take ?

[POESY]

Err, both I guess

The guy that nearly bought my evo was looking at borrowing