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Mate, they’re a Porsche specialist. They sell Porsche. Matt Watson of CARWOW fame bought his 996.1 from them. They’ve been around for years and years.
If you want negatives about them, disgruntled customers, wringers or what have you, I’m sure a few will be along shortly. Other than that, if the car is what you want and it all checks out - make up your own mind for yourself.
If you want negatives about them, disgruntled customers, wringers or what have you, I’m sure a few will be along shortly. Other than that, if the car is what you want and it all checks out - make up your own mind for yourself.
I've only heard good things about them, they've been around over 40 years. They don't tend to sell the fancy stuff but what they do sell is generally good quality and backed up by their own in house warranty from what I remember. I'm yet to buy from them, but have discussed cars with them in the past and found their no-BS approach quite refreshing
Thanks for all of the positive comments, really appreciate it. However, I asked if the RAC could do a PPI and was told by someone called Olly that they won't allow a PPI by the RAC or AA as they don't know the cars properly but would permit a firm that has been to them to do PPI called Porsche Inspections UK. Seems a bit odd and if I'm honest has put me off. Anyone's thoughts would be appreciated
Sending the RAC or AA to inspect a car at a specialist that’s been around for 42 years, lol. Honestly, if you can’t trust their reputation, preparation, their knowledge and their warranty, you’re better off going elsewhere - an OPC perhaps, or a private sale with an RAC/AA PPI.
Which ever way you approach these cars, they’re not cheap to maintain. They’re old now and the big ticket items will be expensive. I've owned mine for 20 months now. It’s been much cheaper to maintain than my dearly departed 2005 SLK 55.
Porsche 911 owners tend to be fastidious, OCD, wealthy, so they tend to look after them. Check the service history, buy a warranty, look after it and heed the warnings about the start up and warm up procedures.
I was considering an Aston Vantage as my next car. They’re expensive to run. BMW M cars are expensive to run. AMG’s are expensive to run. If you want to play you’ll have to pay. Dems da rules, boss.
Which ever way you approach these cars, they’re not cheap to maintain. They’re old now and the big ticket items will be expensive. I've owned mine for 20 months now. It’s been much cheaper to maintain than my dearly departed 2005 SLK 55.
Porsche 911 owners tend to be fastidious, OCD, wealthy, so they tend to look after them. Check the service history, buy a warranty, look after it and heed the warnings about the start up and warm up procedures.
I was considering an Aston Vantage as my next car. They’re expensive to run. BMW M cars are expensive to run. AMG’s are expensive to run. If you want to play you’ll have to pay. Dems da rules, boss.
Dillon12 said:
Thanks for all of the positive comments, really appreciate it. However, I asked if the RAC could do a PPI and was told by someone called Olly that they won't allow a PPI by the RAC or AA as they don't know the cars properly but would permit a firm that has been to them to do PPI called Porsche Inspections UK. Seems a bit odd and if I'm honest has put me off. Anyone's thoughts would be appreciated
Sounds like solid advice there, PI UK are well known and respected.Dillon12 said:
Thanks for all of the positive comments, really appreciate it. However, I asked if the RAC could do a PPI and was told by someone called Olly that they won't allow a PPI by the RAC or AA as they don't know the cars properly but would permit a firm that has been to them to do PPI called Porsche Inspections UK. Seems a bit odd and if I'm honest has put me off. Anyone's thoughts would be appreciated
I sold a 993 to Portiacraft and two friends have also sold Porsches to Portiacraft as well as bought from them. Straight up guys to deal with. As for the inspection, I would agree that the AA/RAC would be a waste of time as they have no specialist knowledge. I would not be put off by this, in truth they are doing you a favour Thanks so much, I have spoken with Harry and he has explained things re RAC etc and with the help of your comments and his knowledge I have decided to go ahead and purchase the car and use the other firm to inspect it. Really appreciate all of your comments. Can't wait and I will heed the start up advice. Cheers
maz8062 said:
Sending the RAC or AA to inspect a car at a specialist that’s been around for 42 years, lol. Honestly, if you can’t trust their reputation, preparation, their knowledge and their warranty, you’re better off going elsewhere - an OPC perhaps, or a private sale with an RAC/AA PPI.
Which ever way you approach these cars, they’re not cheap to maintain. They’re old now and the big ticket items will be expensive. I've owned mine for 20 months now. It’s been much cheaper to maintain than my dearly departed 2005 SLK 55.
Porsche 911 owners tend to be fastidious, OCD, wealthy, so they tend to look after them. Check the service history, buy a warranty, look after it and heed the warnings about the start up and warm up procedures.
I was considering an Aston Vantage as my next car. They’re expensive to run. BMW M cars are expensive to run. AMG’s are expensive to run. If you want to play you’ll have to pay. Dems da rules, boss.
That’s naive tbh. Never trust anyone. Let’s not mention the OPC which sold a re-shelled 7RS.Which ever way you approach these cars, they’re not cheap to maintain. They’re old now and the big ticket items will be expensive. I've owned mine for 20 months now. It’s been much cheaper to maintain than my dearly departed 2005 SLK 55.
Porsche 911 owners tend to be fastidious, OCD, wealthy, so they tend to look after them. Check the service history, buy a warranty, look after it and heed the warnings about the start up and warm up procedures.
I was considering an Aston Vantage as my next car. They’re expensive to run. BMW M cars are expensive to run. AMG’s are expensive to run. If you want to play you’ll have to pay. Dems da rules, boss.
Dillon12 said:
Thanks for all of the positive comments, really appreciate it. However, I asked if the RAC could do a PPI and was told by someone called Olly that they won't allow a PPI by the RAC or AA as they don't know the cars properly but would permit a firm that has been to them to do PPI called Porsche Inspections UK. Seems a bit odd and if I'm honest has put me off. Anyone's thoughts would be appreciated
I used Porsche Inspections they were great I would definitely recommend themI bought a 996 off them over the phone in April this year.
I work overseas and was looking for a 996 in time for my 50th.
They couldn't have been more helpful if they tried.
Sent whichever photos were requested. Car was serviced and warranted. Happy to answer any questions whatsoever. Assisted with delivery options- not only not in the country, bit also at the other end of it!
Only issue.....day before delivery whilst being serviced, the radio wouldn't work.
It arrived with a replacement, same spec fitted, and came with all relevant codes etc.
Very easy to deal with.
Not regretted a moment of it
I do realise that the 996 isn't everyone's favourite bit I bloody adore mine.
I work overseas and was looking for a 996 in time for my 50th.
They couldn't have been more helpful if they tried.
Sent whichever photos were requested. Car was serviced and warranted. Happy to answer any questions whatsoever. Assisted with delivery options- not only not in the country, bit also at the other end of it!
Only issue.....day before delivery whilst being serviced, the radio wouldn't work.
It arrived with a replacement, same spec fitted, and came with all relevant codes etc.
Very easy to deal with.
Not regretted a moment of it
I do realise that the 996 isn't everyone's favourite bit I bloody adore mine.
Dusty964 said:
I bought a 996 off them over the phone in April this year.
I work overseas and was looking for a 996 in time for my 50th.
They couldn't have been more helpful if they tried.
Sent whichever photos were requested. Car was serviced and warranted. Happy to answer any questions whatsoever. Assisted with delivery options- not only not in the country, bit also at the other end of it!
Only issue.....day before delivery whilst being serviced, the radio wouldn't work.
It arrived with a replacement, same spec fitted, and came with all relevant codes etc.
Very easy to deal with.
Not regretted a moment of it
I do realise that the 996 isn't everyone's favourite bit I bloody adore mine.
Love the colour, looks stunning, enjoy I work overseas and was looking for a 996 in time for my 50th.
They couldn't have been more helpful if they tried.
Sent whichever photos were requested. Car was serviced and warranted. Happy to answer any questions whatsoever. Assisted with delivery options- not only not in the country, bit also at the other end of it!
Only issue.....day before delivery whilst being serviced, the radio wouldn't work.
It arrived with a replacement, same spec fitted, and came with all relevant codes etc.
Very easy to deal with.
Not regretted a moment of it
I do realise that the 996 isn't everyone's favourite bit I bloody adore mine.
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