Ekona Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 (edited) So my 911 is now up for sale, and I'm pretty sure there isn't a better value gen2 997 anywhere else for sale. 2008 45,000 miles Basalt Black metallic paint PDK gearbox Sport Design paddleshift steering wheel Porsche sports exhaust Sport/Sport Plus modes 19 inch Carrera Sport wheels Wheels painted in exterior colour Adaptive sports seats with driver memory package Heated seats Electric tilt/slide sunroof Cruise control iPod connection ParkAssist Extended navigation TV tuner Seat belts in Guards Red Porsche Exclusive seat stitching in Guards Red Full OPC service history MOT until October 2014 Tax until October 2014 Porsche VTS tracker I’m the 3rd owner of this car, purchased from OPC Colchester in October ‘10. She had 20K on the clock when I picked her up, but looked like a 2K mile car which is what caught my attention in the first place. Since then, I’ve only put 25K miles on in under 4 years and there has been no expense spared in my ownership time. She has had both official services carried out by OPC Colchester in 2010 and 2012, so the next service is a minor one. She also had an interim oil change and full inspection by PSR Automotive in Bishop Stortford in Sept '11, using only genuine Porsche parts and Mobil 1. I carried out my own oil change in Aug ’13, again using genuine parts and Mobil 1. In June ‘11 I had the PSE and Sport modes retrofitted by OPC Colchester. This gives the same sport buttons and options as the factory-fitted option (sharper throttle response, faster shifting gears, and launch control) but with the added benefit of no dash-mounted clock, or wart as affectionately referred to by other owners! The PSE gives a gorgeous throaty growl to the exhaust note, but with absolutely zero drone. It’s switchable and is a must-have on any 997 IMHO. All tyres are N-rated Bridgestone RE050A and have at least 5mm of tread left. The wider Carrera Sport wheels allow the C2S to run 305mm width tyres, which is the same size as the GT3. In Jan ’12 I took the car to Center Gravity to have a complete suspension check and full alignment. The car was given a clean bill of health and the alignment carried out to my exact specs. Since then, I have had PSR carry out the alignment checks and reset to the CG specs. I have been a member of PCGB and 911UK.com since I purchased the car, and have kept a folder with receipts for everything I’ve mentioned above. In addition, the car has been garaged and maintained with a selection of Swissvax, Dodo Juice, Meguiars and Autoglym products. In June ’11 I had the paintwork on the car corrected to remove the swirls that were there prior to my ownership, and with a coat of Swissvax Zuffenhousen wax the paintwork absolutely gleams. A new genuine Porsche battery was also fitted in March 2013. The car does have finance outstanding on it, and is due the minor service mentioned above. I will get the service carried out by either Colchester OPC or by PSR Automotive, the choice of which shall be down to the buyer. Alternatively, I’m sure we can come to an arrangement over the price and you are then free to have it serviced wherever you wish. As you can tell, I love this car and have spent a lot (both in terms of money and hours) making sure she looks as good as she runs. The low pressure fuel pump recall has been completed on the car, and the software to the PDK gearbox is up to date. I’ve also had the recent 7-digit postcode update to the PCM sat nav installed, with the latest maps. Any inspection is welcome, but test drives only with proof of licence and fully comp insurance please. Any questions or queries welcomed. Edited August 25, 2014 by Ekona 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhackyWill Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Lovely looking 911, Good Luck with the sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy78 Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 I wondered why you'd removed the Martini stripes! GLWTS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarnie Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 45k on clock. Bought with 20k on clock. You've added 15k. 20k + 15k = 35k?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy78 Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 45k on clock. Bought with 20k on clock. You've added 15k. 20k + 15k = 35k?? Dodgy as fook! Walk away people! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KyleR Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 45k on clock. Bought with 20k on clock. You've added 15k. 20k + 15k = 35k?? I noticed that too, I was also going to ask what year the car is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stutopia Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Beautiful Porsche, GLWTS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bodyboarder81 Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 45k on clock. Bought with 20k on clock. You've added 15k. 20k + 15k = 35k?? Noticed this as well ! A great looking car though ..... I'm I being thick ?...... But I can't see the year of manufacture either ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 Ah bugger, that's what you get for doing an ad late at night Thanks guys, much appreciated. Will add the year (2008) too, it shows automatically on PH which is where I copied the text from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bodyboarder81 Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 A very very nice car ...... The only Porsche I would ( and could afford ) have .... I think the 997.5 was the first Carrara to look modern but still stylish . GLWTS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 Well, it seems even my cack-handedness at writing ads doesn't put people off, the car was sold as of 30mins ago. Thanks for the comments folks 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJ350z Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Damn that was fast. Congratulations on the sale mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy78 Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 To be fair it looked immaculate and there are no shortage of people looking for a nice 911. So, what next? You still hankering after a Temper? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamic Turtle Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 That was bloody quick - maybe you should have put another £3k on the ticket ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 I really still am, just wondering if I should try something different though. I dunno, got a few months to think about it anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 That was bloody quick - maybe you should have put another £3k on the ticket ;-) Some bloke rang me up and offered me £500 over asking price, but the other chap was on his way down to view and I'm too nice to do that to someone 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATTAK Z Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Well done Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamic Turtle Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Is the market in used 997s normally that "hot"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 For a gen2, yes. Basically I've just set a new low bar for the car, must really annoy other owners Could've got more if I'd been prepared to wait, but tbh that's just hassle I don't need really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottiboy Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Beautiful machine ..Scotty.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 For a gen2, yes. Basically I've just set a new low bar for the car, must really annoy other owners Could've got more if I'd been prepared to wait, but tbh that's just hassle I don't need really. Well done Dan. I did the same with my R35 GT-R in June 2013. Priced it to move quickly and it was gone in 3 hours courtesy of an advert in PistonHeads. I had another car waiting so I priced it to sell. Got a phone call from my local NHPC moaning that it was to cheap, to which I replied, well I got 5 grand more than what you offered me as a P/X. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Lovely car. As soon as my self build is finished I'm having one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ebized Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Locked as requested on here: http://www.350z-uk.com/topic/40500-my-new-purchase-911-content/page__st__160#entry1344526 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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