[Andi]

Hi everyone! <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/smile.png" class="smilie" alt="" />

I'm writing from Milan, Italy, I was looking for some info on the 968 and I stumbled upon this forum, which looked really interesting so I signed up immediately!

I'm 37 years old, I'm in love with "driver's cars", and I've been lucky enough to own nice (used) ones in the past. It all started with a Miata, then a Honda S2000, then a Lotus Elise 111S, then a Z4 Coupé 3.0...

I drove all of them in many racetracks throughout Europe over the years, and also took some good circuit driving courses that helped me become a... let's say "decent driver". <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/smile.png" class="smilie" alt="" />

I then "switched" to motorbikes for some years, but now I really really feel the need for a proper sports car.

I've always been fascinated by Porsches, and I admit that my dream is a 993 C2... but it's really too expensive for me right now.

On the other hand, I've always loved transaxle Porsches as well, and never perceived them as a lesser choice... I actually like them more than the 911 to some extent (I've driven a couple of 911's on a racetrack and I wasn't really feeling at ease with the peculiar weight distribution).

Long story short: I found a great 968 in Sardinia, I'm probably going to see it on Saturday and if it's as good as it looks in pictures, I think I'm going to buy my first Porsche! <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/smile.png" class="smilie" alt="" />

Thanks a lot in advance for all the information and knowledge you'll share!

Best,

A.

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[Langley968]

YES! Finally someone from Italy!

Welcome!

Maybe there has been a 968 owner/enthusiast from Italy on this forum before, but not in the past 5 years that I have been around. I hope you find a good quality 968 and become an owner. Then we look forward to reports of your driving experiences, not just on a track, but also on some of the interesting Italian roads.

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[Rap]

Welcome, good luck on your hunt!

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[Bulti]

Welcome!

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[Andi]

Thank you so much! <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/smile.png" class="smilie" alt="" />

I've just bought the plane tickets to Sardinia, where the car I'm planning to check - and perhaps buy - is located. I'll go there on Sunday! Looking forward to it!

One question... I have many pictures of the car and I'd like to share them with you. Is it better if I share the link here or should I open a thread in the Buyers Guide section?

I guess the latter, but... just in case!

Thanks again!! <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/smile.png" class="smilie" alt="" />

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[Bulti]

Try 968 Forums Pub - The Reading Room - 968 Showroom.



FYI: there is a <acronym title='pre purchase inspection'>PPI</acronym> at your disposal here. May come in handy when checking out the potential new car :-)

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[Andi]

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Try 968 Forums Pub - The Reading Room - 968 Showroom.



FYI: there is a <acronym title='pre purchase inspection'>PPI</acronym> at your disposal here. May come in handy when checking out the potential new car :-)

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Thanks a lot Philippe!

Yesterday I did an extensive search here and found a very complete checklist in PDF, I guess you were referring to that, right?

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[Bulti]

Probably yes. You could use the checklist to assess the overall state of the car and try using this in the price negotiation. Could save you some € ;-)

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