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  1. EK3R

    EK3R Formula Junior

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    #1 EK3R, Oct 9, 2005
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    Well after the demise of my 355 in a ball of flames, I have been thinking long and hard about what to replace it with.. another 355... Noble M12.... 996 GT3..... M3 CSL(!!). I finally decided to get the car that was the arch nemesis of the 355 at the time - and the only other car I truly really have an urge to own other than a 355... the 993 Turbo. After my Ferrari experience, I just did not feel comfortable in myself to be able to get another one - at least not yet. Hopefully that feeling changes over time.

    Got it on Tuesday, and so far have only managed 100 or so miles in it, so can't really give many comparisons to the 355 as yet.

    What I will miss from the 355 is the sense of occasion that it gives when driving - the 993 has very little, you go almost unoticed in it unless am enthusiast spots you and knows what he is looking at. Also will miss the magnificent yowl of the engine / exhaust that you only get with the Ferrari - the Porker sounds like - well a sewing machine to be honest! Have to investigate exhaust options.

    What I will say is that the accelaration and handling are stunning. Loads and loads of low down torque, and when the revs rise and both turbos are blowing, the thrust is quite etraordianary. Also the build quality is in another complete league - there is no comparison, the Porsche is so solid and well screwed together its unbelievable. This is what the Germans do best. Feels like it would go on till the end of time.

    Lastly, a few quick pictures, took them quickly this morning, car needs a good DB Valet treatment I feel!

    So, so long to Ferrari ownership for now, looking forward to getting to know the new beast - and who knows, one day I may be back to the Prancing Horse!

    Eric
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  2. noony

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    #2 noony, Oct 9, 2005
    YEAH

    turbo S bodykit as well!!
     
  3. chaa

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    #3 chaa, Oct 9, 2005
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    Hey you know i for one am a 993 GT4 fan. The one bellow is my 355s sparing partner. Hope you will still stay with us on the forum though;)
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  4. EK3R

    EK3R Formula Junior

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    #4 EK3R, Oct 9, 2005
    Course I will Chaa - this is the best car forum I have ever been on in terms of the characters and banter!

    Besides, might even give SteveF something else to take the p1ss out of apart from 8 cylinder Ferrari's :)
     
  5. noony

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    #5 noony, Oct 9, 2005
    what's a 993 GT4 :D
     
  6. barabus

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    #6 barabus, Oct 9, 2005
    Eric good choice I know they are the b0ll0x and go like **** off a shovel but have you bashed it already ( 2nd pic) or is that just a reflection??
     
  7. chaa

    chaa F1 Veteran

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    #7 chaa, Oct 9, 2005
    Sorry dude Turbo 4, but come on you know it was a mistake;)
     
  8. chaa

    chaa F1 Veteran

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    #8 chaa, Oct 9, 2005
    Just spoke to another one of my mates who has his turbo 4 for sale, and the guy who came to see it this morning was also going to see a 355 in Manchester this afternoon and has just within the hour bought the 355. Did it belong to any one on here??
    So it loose on gain one:)
     
  9. EK3R

    EK3R Formula Junior

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    #9 EK3R, Oct 9, 2005
    Just a reflection!! (he says running downastairs to have a look.....). If you mean the ark area behind the doors, they are the Turbo S air scoops in the rear wings.

    Nah, just a reflection.
     
  10. steve f

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    #10 steve f, Oct 9, 2005
    got a fire extinguisher for it ?????????????????
     
  11. closeshave

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    #11 closeshave, Oct 9, 2005
    Well you could not resist that one Steve!!

    Nice car mate love the colour, good choice.
     
  12. EK3R

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    #12 EK3R, Oct 9, 2005
    Don't owrry Steve, 'Spontaneous Combustion' isn't an optional extra on Porkers....

    Only question now is do I get the service engine in or engine out?? Any advice?? :D
     
  13. steve f

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    #13 steve f, Oct 9, 2005
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    well he aint got the other problem has he belt service in or out

    he could turn it into a porsche challange car like yours
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  14. closeshave

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    #14 closeshave, Oct 9, 2005
    I used to love herbie as a kid, ask my old man.
     
  15. steve f

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    #15 steve f, Oct 9, 2005
    herbie and lassie
     
  16. mark328

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    #16 mark328, Oct 9, 2005
    Ferrari is were my heart and loyalty lies, but your Porsche is awesome...love that turbo
     
  17. F328GTS

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    #17 F328GTS, Oct 9, 2005
    You have my commiserations Eric. I just don't see how you can replace an F with a beetle. :confused: :confused: :confused:
     
  18. angelis

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    #18 angelis, Oct 9, 2005
    I like it!

    Drove a standard 993 a few years ago. Solid, dependable and great fun.
     
  19. steve f

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    #19 steve f, Oct 9, 2005
    it will out perform most ferraris on a track
     
  20. closeshave

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    #20 closeshave, Oct 9, 2005
    You bumped your head or somfink?
     
  21. steve f

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    #21 steve f, Oct 9, 2005
    no but had one great car but aint got the wow factor
     
  22. closeshave

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    #22 closeshave, Oct 9, 2005
    Agree with you there mate but some of us don't need the wow factor yet. In about 40 years when I am as old as you i might need it.
     
  23. steve f

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    #23 steve f, Oct 9, 2005
    when you buy a ferrari you have grown up

    one day sonny boy keep cruising at mc'donalds with the basebalk cap on
     
  24. closeshave

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    #24 closeshave, Oct 9, 2005
    Come on Grandad I don't drive a Saxo you know. Besides it was Novas and Renault Turbo's in my day, with 10 inch subwoofers 15 inch wheels and 4 inch exhausts.
     
  25. Dale

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    #25 Dale, Oct 9, 2005
    id cut the body off:D service it and weld it back up,it's a porsche:D
     
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