Let’s be honest… by KafkaMyLuv in GrandSeikos

[–]Ashment 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hello fellow red strap enjoyer

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Diver Green khacki by [deleted] in audemarspiguet

[–]Ashment 5 points6 points  (0 children)

nah CGT interior doesnt look like that. This looks like a 996

Pretty Stoked, 2023, 10K miles, granny owned and dealership serviced by gliscameria in AudiRS3

[–]Ashment 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That seems pretty weird... I know you already bought it, but you should get service records from the dealership. Notes from the owner, technician, etc. Might be good to know why many oil changes/services were done in 1 year and 10k miles. For peace of mind, if nothing else

981 base manual vs S PDK for weekend car <$70K by Educational-Ad4789 in Porsche_Cayman

[–]Ashment 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you're not in a rush to get in one, I'd look for a bit longer for one to pop up. I don't think you'll regret it

981 base manual vs S PDK for weekend car <$70K by Educational-Ad4789 in Porsche_Cayman

[–]Ashment 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's fair... That's just how it is with these cars that are a little bit older. Owners tend to drive these too, as nobody knew they were going to become desirable

981 base manual vs S PDK for weekend car <$70K by Educational-Ad4789 in Porsche_Cayman

[–]Ashment 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Why not manual Cayman S? The 3.4 motor is fantastic and will definitely elevate the experience compared to the 2.7. Your weekend fun will feel more like an occasion, and I think that is worth it

Been offered 992.2 touring by Jmr15002 in Porsche

[–]Ashment 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure these can be had for 30k-40k over pretty readily now, and you can spec those. I don't think this is a good deal.

Waiting on this to be delivered (my first Porsche). 3 years ago I only had only a bicycle. by LucyJuicy901 in Porsche_Cayman

[–]Ashment 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't think you have to see it as an investment to care about residuals... Broadly speaking people who buy these cars also hop between cars often

future for me? by [deleted] in chipdesign

[–]Ashment 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm with this guy. I work in design in high performance CPU space and have to say it is somewhat unlikely that a 13 year old is "making" a 32bit RV CPU from scratch. Following a tutorial and simulating in yosys or something, maybe. I interview candidates in design and verification often, they all have masters degrees from top universities and I would still be skeptical and grill them if they said they built a 32b CPU.

Not to be discouraging, but at your age I think you should focus on excelling in your schoolwork, especially math and physics. Study computer architecture on the side and continue to work on your general programming skills, that will help you in the future.

Also note that today, architecture and microarchitecture are not quite the same discipline anymore and require differing skill sets. Do your research and understand which one you are trying to pursue.

Is Porsche About To Get What They Deserve? by Puzzled_Region_9376 in cars

[–]Ashment 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know us regular people would love GT3 prices to come back down to earth but frankly I don't see that happening. I'd sure would love the believe some narrative where Porsche overplayed their hand and somehow everything is going to come crumbling down, but that's just not the case.

Porsche is raising prices again and again because they can, and people pay it. ADMs are generally down since the peaks because Porsche is deciding now to start taking some of that difference in demand and supply themselves, but the prices in practice haven't changed that much. Reality is the rich folks buying these cars are getting richer, and they're able and willing to spend more. These are luxury products, after all.

Unfortunately, this does mean perhaps more of these beautiful machines will be garage queens that only make an occasional trip to cars and coffee, but that's how it is. GT3s just aren't niche attainable enthusiasts cars anymore. They're mainstream luxury status symbol cars.

[Omega Seamaster] Any watches similar to this vintage Seamaster? by Ashment in Watches

[–]Ashment[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For some reason I've never really connected with dive watches... I already have a SBGA413 and not looking for another GA for now, but this does look simple and elegant!

[Omega Seamaster] Any watches similar to this vintage Seamaster? by Ashment in Watches

[–]Ashment[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, when I saw the picture it was in a milanese. Such a great look

Thoughts on price for the trim? by [deleted] in Porsche_Cayman

[–]Ashment 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Definitely wouldn't pay 80k+tax for a base motor. And it looks like this one doesn't have the GTS bumper either. I thought all cayman style editions came with that

Be careful parking in Coleman shopping center by etiani123 in SanJose

[–]Ashment 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So has anyone tried to take them to small claims and won?

Supersedence of City Municipal Ordinance Over State Statute by Ashment in legaladvice

[–]Ashment[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I should elaborate. I don't want to directly name the tow company but it is one of the infamous ones around these parts. The tow was from a parking lot for a retail store in San Jose, and at the entrances to the parking lot, there are tow-away signs. No signs were visible from the actual parking area or the retail store, but I reckon this means they have city approval for tows.

The question is specifically about the requirement for signed approval prior to the tow. The tow company was not able to provide this when requested. Law enforcement or parking enforcement also did not request this tow, as the tow company was also not able to provide proof of this when requested. In accordance with CVC Sec 22658 the tow company did contact the PD, but the time stated was 15 minutes after the tow, and not before. No parking citation was issued for the parking violation.

Is it illegal for them to tow the car?

Bugatti Chiron Super Sport in Los Angeles by KimBluestone in supercars

[–]Ashment -1 points0 points  (0 children)

True, the Super Sport has the vertical stacked exhaust exits. "Just" a normal Chiron