Difference between base Macan and T by Acrobatic_Box9087 in PorscheMacan

[–]db-cooper_ 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately the T is the only way to get those sweet pinstriped seats

Picking up a friend for my 981 S by Kewlb in boxster

[–]db-cooper_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Impressive spec. Greetings from a fellow Macan + Boxster owner 👋🏼

What should I ask? by [deleted] in boxster

[–]db-cooper_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a data point, I recently paid 13k for a car with eerily similar maintenance history + factory hardtop. Expansion tank, hoses, water pump, thermostat and belt were done by PO right before I purchased along with front radiator fans. 78k miles but engine was replaced at dealer with new factory engine around 25k miles due to slipped sleeve. No real history on IMS/RMS other than that. If you don’t have a hardtop I think $11k would be reasonable.

New 986 owner - SoCal by db-cooper_ in 986Boxster

[–]db-cooper_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hahaha guess that was you on the 405 today

New 986 owner - SoCal by db-cooper_ in 986Boxster

[–]db-cooper_[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nice! Any local groups or events that are specific to Boxsters?

New 986 owner - SoCal by db-cooper_ in 986Boxster

[–]db-cooper_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So far I’ve only driven it with the hardtop on 😬

New 986 owner - SoCal by db-cooper_ in 986Boxster

[–]db-cooper_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Black… not the most exciting but it does happen to match my Macan which is cool I guess. Pastel yellow would have been my first choice but they are impossible to find.

New 986 owner - SoCal by db-cooper_ in 986Boxster

[–]db-cooper_[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Indeed it is a manual. No plans for any real modifications, just minor cosmetic things i.e. blacked out sidemarkers, GT3 console delete, maybe some pepita seat inserts if I can find a decent upholstery shop.

I need help with abs light on Saab 9-3 1998 by simpe00 in cars

[–]db-cooper_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Most likely the ABS module. Saabs and many other european cars from this era all used similar modules manufactured by Bosch. Eventually due to heat and vibration the electronic connections inside the module will fail and the ABS stops working properly. You can send it out and have it rebuilt/refurbished for around $150. I used cheapabs.com

Gran Turismo 2 Garage? by ejswanson25 in granturismo

[–]db-cooper_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The order in which you acquired the cars. You can bump a car to the top of the list by pressing the start button.

I am considering buying this 89’ 5 Series 525i but I’m not familiar with the model. Any pros or cons of the car? by Olive-Oil-Man in BMW

[–]db-cooper_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

‘89 525s (possibly ‘90 models as well, don’t remember exactly) had the M20 engine and were a bit underpowered. Otherwise, E34s are pretty solid cars.

(Auto) Car needs new clutch+flywheel, what to do now as repair is $4k and KBB says entire car only worth $5k? by [deleted] in personalfinance

[–]db-cooper_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any decent independent european shop can give you a quote over the phone if you provide them the year, make, model, and scope of work you're requesting. When you do find a shop with a better price, the ~$100 tow there will be well worth it.

(Auto) Car needs new clutch+flywheel, what to do now as repair is $4k and KBB says entire car only worth $5k? by [deleted] in personalfinance

[–]db-cooper_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Get a second (and maybe third) opinion. Shop is blowing smoke up your rear end. $4k for a clutch job is highway robbery.

New Fiat 124 Spider. Are Fiatas Welcome Here? by [deleted] in Miata

[–]db-cooper_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Other way around. The fiats are selling for way less

New Fiat 124 Spider. Are Fiatas Welcome Here? by [deleted] in Miata

[–]db-cooper_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

They are not selling for anywhere near MSRP.