Twinspark Posted April 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2014 Bollocks, bollocks, bollocks... that car in Monmouth seems ideal. Can be put on the Hartech plan for 60 quid a month. I can only think of one reason not to buy it right now - it's silver. Anyone know what the luggage space is like on the cabrios? - I know the front boot is quite small, and that coupes have space behind the rear seats, but suspect the cabrio roof really compromises that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garcon magnifique Posted April 2, 2014 Report Share Posted April 2, 2014 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuprabob Posted April 2, 2014 Report Share Posted April 2, 2014 http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Quest_(TV_series) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipex Posted April 2, 2014 Report Share Posted April 2, 2014 I can only think of one reason not to buy it right now - it's silver. Get it bought, you can always get it wrapped if you don't like silver, and on the plus side, silver cars always look clean! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patently Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 I can only think of one reason not to buy it right now - it's silver. Anyone know what the luggage space is like on the cabrios? - I know the front boot is quite small, and that coupes have space behind the rear seats, but suspect the cabrio roof really compromises that. 1. Why are you looking for reasons not to buy it? 2. Yes, I know what the luggage space is like on a 996 cabrio There is no space behind the rear seats - that's where the roof is. The rear seat backs are a little more upright in order to accommodate this. The seat backs then fold down to create a fairly large luggage space behind the front seats. You also have the front luggage compartment that is under the bonnet. I can't remember if this is a C2 or C4 - the C4 front space is ok, the C2 space is huge by comparison. Luggage space is, basically, fine. You can't use it for going to the tip, but two of you can go on holiday just fine. You may need to use a larger number of smaller bags, that's all If you're over this way anytime soon then you're welcome to have a look. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chasdrury Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 Surely they'll be luggage room in it than your bikes that you tour with.. so no issue, surely? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eldavo69 Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 So a silver Boxster was perfect for you but a silver 911 that has more luggage space is a problem? You don't say "thanks, that car looks spot on - it's as if you've put up with all my prevaricating, listened to my needs and then supplied me with exactly what I was looking for all along." Instead you say "bollocks, bollocks, bollocks" because you're actively looking for reasons not to buy a sportscar. People have persevered thus far but that's not going to last. Either buy a car or forget about it completely. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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cruiser647 Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 What I find really funny, is people who go shopping to Costco/Ikea in a small sports coupe or Smart car, then find they buy too much to fit in! You see them standing with the boot open, scratching their head and a trolley full of stuff next to them. :roflmao: TS - Just get the Mrs to pack less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garcon magnifique Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 FFS TDK. I'm red raw man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewNiceMrMe Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 So a silver Boxster was perfect for you but a silver 911 that has more luggage space is a problem? I have to admit I've just scrolled down this page thinking exactly that. I read the silver comment first and thought "I thought a silver Boxster with red was the ideal spec?" - and then just presumed I'd imagined it. I'm lost now. Oh well, I'm going to sit this out now and I'll just wait until you find the right car, publish the pictures and we can all say "Thank feck". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinspark Posted April 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 You know what... I don't think I can do it. I have the money and my heart says do it... But... My friends and colleagues call me Arkwright for a reason. It just goes against everything I've always said about buying cars... Ie. a couple of grand is all you ever need to spend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-bmw Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 Well that is another 13 days of my life gone that I will never get back! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-bmw Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 Where is TDK when you need him? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torino101 Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 Your money, you can do what you want, without feeling pressure from anyone here. However your basic lack of thanks or gratitude towards the multitude of people on here that are willingly trying to help you boggles me. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garcon magnifique Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 I know very well that not having kids can mean a middling wage can go a long way, and obviously I don't know your income but I can guess the ballpark. I have wondered whether this might be a stretch too far in terms of running costs (rather than purchase - you either have the cash or you don't). Which leads me to think you have two realistic options. 1. Sell all your (relatively speaking) junk - the Alfa, the MX5, the bikes (ok maybe keep one) and put your disposable income into a car of your dreams. 2. Stop torturing yourself and enjoy your collection of cheaper toys. And if you ever do resume the Quest for a dream car, completely change your approach. First of all decide what it's going to be. Then leave the internet alone and get out there. Tour the country visiting specialists who are likely to have a few of your desired car in. Have a look and a feel and a play with them. A good specialist dealer will indulge you. One day, maybe two years later, you'll find it. Scouring the internet and dismissing options without seeing them will get you nowhere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patently Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 What I find really funny, is people who go shopping to Costco/Ikea in a small sports coupe or Smart car, then find they buy too much to fit in! You see them standing with the boot open, scratching their head and a trolley full of stuff next to them. :roflmao: I did that once. In my defence, it was December, the 911 was in for a service, and the dealership gave me a Cayenne loaner for the day. I went off to do some Christmas shopping and sort of forgot that I wasn't going home in the Cayenne. By the time I went back to the dealership to collect the 911, the Cayenne's boot was (literally) full. We got it all into the 911, although it took a short while and I did wonder if we were going to make it or if the Service department were about to get some unexpected early presents (So, you see, that's how big the luggage space in a 996 Cab. It just takes a bit of thinking and a bit of jiggling, that's all ) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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E-bmw Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 Thanks Rich, that was close! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewNiceMrMe Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 Oh well, that's that then. At least a decision has been made. Time to finish with a flurry. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patently Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 Time to finish with a flurry. Already? No staying power... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuprabob Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 (edited) Time to finish with a Mc Flurry FTFY Edited April 3, 2014 by Cuprabob 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser647 Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 Give it a few months and it'll be 'Holy thread resurrection. Batman'! However, in the OP's defence. errrrr...... oh. Maintenaince costs - is there stuff you can do yourself on the car TS? Like brakes, plugs, oil, brake fluid? The internet is full of new tyres (branded) that'll fit the car. You can reduce the running costs of these things and those 2 suggestions will help. However, I do believe you now have the 911 bug. It will itch you EVERYTIME you see one on the road. You will curse yourself until you get one. They will be EVERYWHERE you look. All sounding lovely, all looking pristine and all going considerably faster than you, all shouting 'Buy me' Your life won't be complete now until you get one. You know it, we know it, Mrs TS knows it, the 911's out there also know it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E-bmw Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 Time to finish with a FURBY FTFY 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patently Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 brakes, oil, brake fluid All a piece of cake. Brake pads were designed to be changed in a pit lane during an endurance race, access is fantastic. plugs Ummm, less so. I don't think I've ever even seen where they are. I mean, I know roughly where they are, but getting to them might be a challenge without a lift. I think a lot of 911 specialists take the view it's easier to drop the engine out and do everything at once than to faff around trying to get a plug spanner in there. The internet is full of new tyres (branded) that'll fit the car. Take care. Porsche are fussy about tyres. You can take the view that they're being anal and Germanic about it, but... well... I don't. However, I do believe you now have the 911 bug. It will itch you EVERYTIME you see one on the road. You will curse yourself until you get one. This, absolutely. I drove one 911, once. ONCE. Just once. And that was it. Bitten. There are illegal drugs that are less addictive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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