Same as a 2003/2004 as I understand it...

 

I would take a look at this car. Put 12K in mods (24/18's, exhaust, tuning, headers) and you will have a 570whp car.

2001 Turbo - 5K Miles

 

2005 is first year for PCCB Gen II, which is standard on Turbo S.

 

I stopped in to look at this car. It is at Livermore Porsche.

It is inside the showroom, so no test drive.

Car is clean, but not as perfect as I expected for 16k miles... maybe I am too ****. There are a few micro rock chips on the bumper, but also a few 'nits' elsewhere. (I define nit as a chip, scratch, scrape, etc) One on the left rear fender/at the wheel arch trailing back. All really hard to pick up due to the silver color hiding alot. Surface of the paint is pretty clean with minimal microscratching (ie spiderwebs), although it might have been waxed to cover that up. There is no underhood options sticker, which is a minor concern. I would have a paint guy look at the drivers door- there may be a rally hard to see dent/ding in front of the handle (like another car door dings it) and around the door handle and trailing edge the paint looks a bit 'pooled'... from the factory there is quite some variability in finish, so this may be 'normal'. (How many owners have seen the 'defect' where the door shell is stamped out for the handle? Virtually all 996s have this.)

Interior looks good- it has the upgraded 'natural' leather which is a super dark charcoal (not 'black', it is actually nicer (and cost more) than the 'black' leather option). The trim around the driver side door jamb 'panel' (where the hood and trunk release are) has some defects... I'd use it as leverage. Very, very minor wear on the drivers left side bolster.

Super clean car. I would proceed.

Dealerships was DESERTED. One sales manager, one service guy. Nobody else up front...no receptionist. One lot guy. I assume there was mechanics in back. It was Friday just after lunch.

Car is Porsche CPOd.

Car looked REALLY good. I would not write it off becuase they are asking $79k. They are motivated to sell, no harm in an lower offer.

A

 

I love my 05 turbo s cab!! I have FVD chip and speedtech exhaust and I'm happy with it the way it is. I think they are the best bargains on the market right now. Porsche reliability with 444 HP and ceramic brakes for under 80, with a warranty!! Mine is for sale but I have turned down all offers so far 2 were for over my asking price, I just can't part with this car. If you can get them down on their price a little and I'm sure you can I suggest you buy it!!

 

I wouldn't mind selling my car for the right price. It is all stock and just turned 12K mi. Since you are local you can come by and take a look at it at any time. I have to make a decision soon, as far as investing more money modifying my car or saving my money for a 997TT or a 997 GT3.

 

Ard,
Thank you so much for taking the time to look the car over for me. I really appreciate the excellent description and all the details. I am so impressed w/ the members here on the forum, both technically and how helpful they are to each other.

We are in the process of evaluating a 05 TurboS Cab w/ considerably less mileage (8700) and I am negotiating.The only issue is it is a private seller and located in New Jersey, so I must take a trip to east coast to inspect the car and have it looked at dealer.

Thanks Again and if you ever happen to come to San Diego area, I will be more than happy to compensate you by means of few beers.

Best Regards,
-Arman

 

I would consider your vehicle, except your signature says tiptronic - I am only looking for manual.

Thanks,
-Arman

 

I will be happy to check the car out for you if you would like. I'm in northern N.J. and
I have the same car which I recently decided not to sell. So I have sellers experience on these cars as well. Let me know.

 

FastLane,
Thank you so much for the offer, I believe the vehicle is located in Warren NJ ( I hope I got it correctly). If the distance is reasonable and you have the time or the inclination, I would truly appreciate your help. However, I need to clear it w/ the seller first.
If the purchase price works out, I am hoping to show up after new year, maybe around the 6th
and pick the car up...

THANKS AGAIN TO EVERYONE WITH THEIR VALUABLE ADVICE.

 

dont know if you are still interested and didnt read the thread but I know this guy and car. not sure what he will take for it, if interested you can try it.


Pristine 2005 Turbo S, Midnight Blue, MSRP $146,780, 3,350 miles, PCCB, SS Exhaust, Dark Wood, Leather, Sport Shifter, Park Assist, Heated Seats, Lumbar, Painted Skirts & Intakes. $25K in Additional equipment, PSS9’s, H&R Bars, GT3 Seats with 6 Pt. Harness, FISKE Wheels on Sport Cups, Fabspeed Exhaust, EVO intake, ECU upgrade, Billet Diverters, WEVO Mounts. Garage kept. All original equipment, seats, wheels, etc. go with car.



Contact Tom McHugh at 813 978-0353 tjmchugh@tampabay.rr.com

 

That sounds like a really nice car!

 

Tom,
Thanks for heads up. I contacted Tom McHugh. His car is certainly sounds great. And although his current is my ultimate goal. It may be little too much to pay all at once (of course, I can always divorce the wife and sell the kids on ebay).

He did indicate he may consider putting the car back into stock, but his preference would be to sell as is and I can not blame him.

Thanks again to all of you for all your help. As I said before you guys rockkkkkkk.

Regards,
-Arman

 

I jsut wanted to give an update. FASTLANE has agreed to inspect a vehicle I have eyed in NJ. I can not wait to hear back on the condition of the car and maybe finally able to officially join.

 

I was looking for a friend and found a 2005 Yellow turbo S at Park Place Porsche with warranty. They are located in Dallas. I recall the price was around $76,000.